2021 Ford Ranger Tremor | Review & Road Test
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I’m here with the 2021 Ford Ranger Tremor. And I’m going to tell you what I know and what I think about it. The original Tremor (2002-2004) was an appearance package only that included a boss stereo and cool graphics. Ford’s gotten a lot more serious with this one.
This Tremor is still a package, but it’s a legitimate off-road one that gives the Ranger some serious off-road gear, pushing the Ranger FX4 even further. First of all, it’s lifted by almost an inch so you get better clearance going over the rough stuff.
Second, it gets off-road-tuned Fox 2.0 monotube dampers and rear reservoir shocks. Front springs, control arms and knuckles have all been reworked for more off-road work.
It gets 6.5-inches of travel up front and with those reservoirs 8.1-inches in the back. The Tremor’s anti-roll bar stiffness has been reduced, which makes things more comfortable off-road in a less jostly kind of way.
So, what’s the Tremor like? Overall, it’s quite good off-road. It soaks up washboard very well. I really like the combination of rear leaf springs and reservoirs especially on stuff like washboard. You don’t compromise speed for comfort.
The Tremor also tackles whoops just fine, though the wheelbase will require you to slow down unless you like the stapler effect. I found the steering to be good and the brakes more than adequate. Put them all together and this is a solid package. I won’t go as far as to say this is my favorite off-road-capable midsize truck, but it’s got the chops to duke it out with both the Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro and Colorado ZR2 who Ford counts as the Tremor’s main competition.
It comes equipped with 32-inch General Grabbers. This a solid tire. It’s knobby, but doesn’t feel like you’re driving around on Cat tracks on road and it's got decent sidewall protection. With this tire, the Tremor also gets a wider stance, which works for stability.
Let’s talk off-road numbers: The Tremor gets a 30.9-degree approach angle and a 25.5-degree departure angle, with a 24.2-degree breakover. Those numbers are all up from the regular Ranger. That’s better than the Chevy Colorado ZR2, but not as good as the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon. Though it does beat the longer Gladiator in the break over category. It gets a frame-mounted steel plate up front for extra protection.
It also gets two recovery hooks in the front and the backs that are frame mounted for when we have to pull Jeff out of stuff after said stupid stuff. But you can’t install a winch with this front bumper.
So, in the engine department, the Ranger’s strength to me is also its weakness. The only engine option available is the 2.3-liter EcoBoost 4-cylinder. Good news, it’s a very good engine. Bad news, there’s no V6 option if you even wanted it. But torque numbers on this engine (310 lb. ft) are at the top of its class for gas-powered mills in the segment, so it’s got plenty of grunt for the hard work.
The 10-speed automatic transmission isn’t going to do you any favors off-road. You’re better off taking matters into your own hands when it comes to crawling up things or needing to hold lower gears longer for more torque.
If you want to leave the truck to do all your off-road work for you, that’s totally an option. You’ve got the Terrain Management system that’s got four modes including mud and rut, gravel and snow and sand. I didn’t feel a massive difference between these modes to be honest, but they’re there if you want to utilize them. The most fun we had was turning the nannies off in 2WD and letting it fly. Excellent.
It also gets Trail Control, which is basically like a cruise control for off-roading. You can adjust incremental speeds to half a mile per hour, which is great for controlling speed on something more challenging.
And you get an electronic locking rear diff for super steep stuff or something that’s a bit more slippery. It’s working pretty well here and should be able to handle some pretty tricky stuff.
You can still tow up to 7500 pounds and carry 1430 pounds of payload, so you can bring some other toys with you if this isn’t your only toy.
The Tremor package price will cost you $4,290 on top of the mid-tier XLT ($34,745) or top-end Lariat ($38,785) trim, both with SuperCrew 4x4 configuration. With that XLT, it’s one of the least expensive but capable midsize pickups available.
While Ford concedes that the Tremor will probably cannibalize their FX4 they’re willing to deal with that for a product that will let truck owners do more, because the Tremor definitely ups the ante on off-road Ranger capability. Go check it out for yourself.
00:00 2021 Ford Ranger Tremor
0:44 Technical Overview
1:29 Driving Impressions
2:35 Off-Road Numbers
4:06 Engine
4:50 Off-Road Tech
5:50 Pricing
Пікірлер: 165
To everyone asking for the Ranger Raptor, yes that's going to be a better off-road truck. But what not many are mentioning here is that the Ranger Tremor sacrifices very little of its payload and zero of it's towing capacity while getting close to or equalling other mid-size off-road focused trucks in sheer off-road performance (with the exception of the Gladiator of course). It beats the Colorado ZR2 and Tacoma TRD Pro in both towing and payload for example. For me at least, this might be the ideal compromise. A very capable off-road truck that can still do truck work. Not everyone can afford a weekend fun truck in addition to a daily truck. Ford is hitting the mark on this.
So much hate in the comments. Must be from children. Kbb does a great job. Fast, informative and entertaining to watch.
@donkeykingkong1261
3 жыл бұрын
Im sure nobody cares about kbb or anyone else that does the review, its Ford they hate...
I really like the interior, dark plastic and easy to clean surfaces. I just dont understand off road vehicle's with piano black interiors, plush carpets, chrome and fancy stiching everywhere
I've been a Wrangler driver for more than 12 years and I really like this truck. I'm finally ready to move to something more reliable (and safe) and this or the Bronco will likely be my next vehicle.
From what I just saw on TFL Truck, the Tremor in crawl mode beats the Gladiator Rubicon when rock crawling. Hey, before you shoot the messenger, check out their video.
@georgesawtooth2214
3 жыл бұрын
Jeep's are overrated.
I'm a ford guy, but was never huge on the ranger until this year. Seems like a great little truck
@swballer77036
3 жыл бұрын
Hopefully they've fixed the electrical issues that some of the other youtube car reviewers have pointed out on the 2020 models.
@ChrisG-gl5st
3 жыл бұрын
I was the same way but I like the new generation now
Come oooooonnnnn Ford!!!!! Just give us the Ranger Raptor!!!
@zachjg98
3 жыл бұрын
More than likely the next generation it will come. This model is aging by global standards considering it was around in other markets prior making a return to North America
@jalmonte91
3 жыл бұрын
@@zachjg98 but those global markets you speak of, they have access to Ranger Raptor
@freliaz
3 жыл бұрын
@@jalmonte91 yeah, with a 2.0 turbo diesel. Not very american!
@Enessy13
3 жыл бұрын
It’s coming in 2023.
So this is a little bit like the Ranger Raptor, without the diesel engine. Like it!
@bryanbell3362
3 жыл бұрын
I initially thought that it could use the Diesel engine until I heard the torque numbers. Not bad at all.
Awesome video review
This truck is bad ass!
Love the color
Smart thinking having factory recovery hooks in the rear. Every truck should.
You make that truck look good! Excellent review!
agree 💯 on the way the new regular ranger drives reminded me of a jeep TJ that I use to own not a bad truck otherwise .
Wow, this is a good truck!
2021 is great
What ever she's selling..I'm buying! 😍
Wow where was this filmed I would love to go off-roading there
A relative bargan if you like the steps. It's less then $3000 more then the FX-4 and the steps are likely $1800. So for $1200 you get Raptor wheels, Raptor rear bumper and tow hooks, better tires, better suspension, and Upfitter switches.
Seems like a good vehicle for the Michigan interstates and highways.
handsome lil guy. I would take it over a base midsize but not over a ZR2 if the prices were similar
This music Rocks!
01:27 say what? 😂
@harrison3619
3 жыл бұрын
Oh lawd
@dwade3202
3 жыл бұрын
that played right into my stereotype of americans buying pick up trucks for no reason, just to have massive vehicles
The Orange looks gold to me
@billschrank472
2 жыл бұрын
Just purchased a cyber orange Tremor and the paint has a high gold metallic flake to it. Sunlight brings out the gold while shade gives the paint a more orange hue👍
This seems to offer a sort of distinctive policy for use and the world of pleasure under the image of its name. It looks literally tough.
Whoa I’m late to this party but Lyn finally gets to take us on another “roller coaster” ride y’all 🎢😉
Just wait for the update
I like the rims
Nice Breton sweater. Nice truck .
Nice prerunner track, where is it??
I like her. The car is fine.
Could you get a dealer to install this on a 2020 ranger that you own? Asking for a friend...
Boss Stereo?
Wheelbase has nothing to do with the front end being out of control, or your staple effect. It has a similar wheelbase to a trophy truck... What you're feeling is horrible travel and poorly tuned shocks (for what you're doing). Tremor is a sticker package with some decent quality shocks. It doesn't come with bypass shocks, hydraulic bump stops, or even travel to effectively control the front end.
Reminds me of the bronco but with a bed
Why can't they give it the twin turbo 3.0 V6 in the Explorer?
I guess cannibalizing sales from the FX4 isn’t bad if they are paying more money for the Tremor. That’s a good thing in fords book.
Cannabilizes the FX4? It's like $3500 more for slightly bigger rubber, uggly non-offroad steps, and some decent shocks. They should be afraid of the cheap and good deal FX4, or ford by 4 package if you will, stopping people from buying the expensive Tremor package. . If the Tremor came with a Torsen front diff like the F-two-fitty, then yeah it would be a decent package. IIRC, the Raptor is about $8k more expensive than a similarly equipped F150... you get a different chassis, wider body work (not just different offset wheels, much different suspension, amazing shocks, better engine, and a front torsen... now that's a great deal.
Greatly detailed presentation though, a nice looking vehicle it doesn't conform to my spec. i had trouble with Turbos, and even Mercedes LeMans Prototype (LMP) endurance racing. Had Turbo failed : would prefer no Turbo lag or Turbo lock-up, buy a Naturally Aspirated (N/A) V6 👦🏻👍🏻🏞🏔🗻🛤🏎🏁🏆
Just sell the raptor in the US
For 2022, Ford is upgrading to strobe LED headlights and calling it the Seizure.
@najthesavior4286
3 жыл бұрын
Sounds dangerous
Raptor will have more powa, other than that, this is all you need
@Enessy13
3 жыл бұрын
More power, more travel, better shocks, rear coils and not leafs possibly and much wider stance.
@clarkscottkent
3 жыл бұрын
@@Enessy13 which most people need none of... Tremor makes for the better overall truck for 99% of the buyers
@Enessy13
3 жыл бұрын
@@clarkscottkent you said it had more power and insinuated that was it. I’m pointing out there is a lot more to it. I’d use the Raptor to its potential. My truck get jumped and thrashed already. Be nice to have one built for it. Especially with the mountain trails I use to get to the best mtn bike downhill trails. Some of the surf spots we hit could use a lot more power to get to as well. 👍🏽
@clarkscottkent
3 жыл бұрын
@@Enessy13 I'd take the Tremor with the Raptor drivetrain and I'd be a happy camper
Its the US version of the Ranger Raptor sold in Asia and Europe
When does it come out?
@ionciubuc
3 жыл бұрын
It’s been out since 2011 elsewhere, as of 2019 in North America. Don’t really get what is Ford doing bringing such an old model to the market...
@Hahsnjs
3 жыл бұрын
@@ionciubuc The Tremor is not out in North America yet.
@ionciubuc
3 жыл бұрын
@@Hahsnjs That may be the case but it doesn’t make the Ranger any less outdated :)
@Hahsnjs
3 жыл бұрын
@@ionciubuc Not really sure what that has to do with the question I asked, but thank you for your input.
@PunkVader
3 жыл бұрын
It's actually available for order at the dealership. Probably going to order one this weekend. Can't find any dealers that have one on site though.
Splash
sorry but that tremor sticker looks like an after thought
@edwardcampbell3420
3 жыл бұрын
Needs to be up stamped like they do with the tailgates.
Nobody drives their truck with a load in the back. C'mon lyn that's a given!
Its basically a Ranger Raptor that's available in Europe but, in the US it's a tremor
I call it the Ford Ranger TRDPro. Just like the Normal Off-road trim (FX4) will some Fox shocks and new rims and accents. 😂
No around view system like toyota , Nissan. To bad for that extra money you don't give one best feature seeing what's around
What's more American than equipping your truck more than you really need?
Her being 4 feet tall makes the truck look huge.
Better than the all new Nissan Truck. Ford kicks ass
@MrNunya-lp9eo
3 жыл бұрын
Had a ranger in the shop 7 times before I sued ford. I’m still a ford guy, BUT I do NOT like the forward flow they are doing with the body like the Colorado and these new rangers, too car like, Nissans new truck looks awesome with all of its boxiness.
@conceptcs
3 жыл бұрын
yeah right.
@rustlesee
3 жыл бұрын
@@MrNunya-lp9eo, same old Nissan. Just new sheet metal and interior bits. So if you liked the 2009 Frontiers capabilities, the 2022 should make you equally happy.
@wilmotown
3 жыл бұрын
@@rustlesee I mean, you could certainly make that argument. But the sheet metal and interior are all new this year, and the engine was all new last year, and there’s no CVT, so is it really just like the old one? It’ll probably have new and different problems, being a new platform.
check your torque numbers, there's not 310 ft/pounds. You have 310 N-m which translates to 228 ft/pounds
"I miss the KBB lady with the glasses"
I really want a redesign on this truck. Make it look more like the f150 or at least the same design language. This truck looks European, or Mexican. Doesn’t look like an American truck.
Micah sick?
Lol not your favorite truck one he'll of a thing to say in a review. AS a host your at the bottom of my list.
We need smaller trucks these days...
@Hahsnjs
3 жыл бұрын
That’s where the Ford Maverick come in handy.
This truck can't be redesigned soon enough!
The interior is eh
Host is such a Cutie...
Lololol they call it the tremor cuz it’s going to be shaking like a tremor soon. Lol.
Just buy stock and modify. Otherwise, we want Raptor RANGER
Man this vehicle rattles and it's brand new. I'm biased as I love my Japanese car makers but I would still go Toyota all day long over this. If I really wanted to go off road I would just buy that new Bronco if I wanted a ford.
@nathanielmoran8537
3 жыл бұрын
When did it rattle?
@MrSamwiseable
3 жыл бұрын
I like the Tacoma. About the only Toyota I like
Really not much different than the xlt.
Still without diesel engine.
@shreckm6470
3 жыл бұрын
I agree here in Australia where most of the designing was done we get 4 an 5 cylinder diesel's and no gas engine, go figure.
It's not a solid tire. It's a pneumatic tire. Unbelievable that you could get this wrong.
can't tell any difference
Even Mazda puts a 2.5L in there vehicles.
No chicks!
33 seconds in and you can see everything wrong with this truck. The bed is waaaaay to high. No way she could reach in and grab anything out of the bed. Pickup fail...
A dated truck that looks like a Ford Taurus with a plastic box liner- compliments that terrible sticker on the box. This is nothing more than marketing fluff to move through inventory until the new Ranger arrives next year.
If I don’t get a naturally aspirated v6 then fuck that thing
@ALMX5DP
3 жыл бұрын
Why is the number of cylinders so important to you?
@MrSamwiseable
3 жыл бұрын
@@ALMX5DP because boomers like slower heavier naturally aspirated engines with worse fuel economy because.
@KB-bh9hp
3 жыл бұрын
@@MrSamwiseable They have this idiotic notion that more complex and smaller engines are somehow less reliable. Despite the fact that many modern turbocharged engines, like most ecoboosts, are proven to last hundreds of thousands of miles without issues.
I tremor at the price of these trucks
Disappointed at all the progress Ford has made with almost every other vehicle they make and they keep a decade old design. There’s a reason 90% of the ranger inventory is from 2020.
@KB-bh9hp
3 жыл бұрын
Hey, at least they aren't waiting 15 years like Nissan to redesign it XD
@KB-bh9hp
3 жыл бұрын
No wait, more like 16-17 years lol.
@adamharris2674
3 жыл бұрын
Not true. No 20s left on lots around here.
@ocman11
3 жыл бұрын
@@adamharris2674 you must live under a rock then. Cars.com has over 3,000 available. Which is I think their max shown. Over 750 in a 500mi radius for me.
@adamharris2674
3 жыл бұрын
@@ocman11 well ok then congrats you found a bunch. Exact same thing can be said for any other manufacturer. Not sure why you picking out Ford to complain about stuff that every car maker does. And actually Not changing too much helps vehicles be somewhat reliable. That’s why Europeans are always breaking down, trying to always incorporate the latest tech junk before it’s proven.
When ford builds something better than my s10 let me know
That colour is hideous 😂
Bose not boss
need Micheal plz. no offence to Ms Lynn. ☺️
6.5" of travel... what a joke. Who would advertise that... 🤣🤣
Just get a Honda Ridgeline if you want a reliable off road rig. Way more reliable!
@KB-bh9hp
3 жыл бұрын
Nah. The Ranger is one of the most reliable vehicles in the segment.
I think the look of the Ranger is just ugly looks like a Taurus from the front.
Buy a new $ 40,000 to $ 50,000 truck beat it off road, things start to break. Take it back to the dealer to get it fix and they say you abused and it is not covered under warranty.
ZR2 all day. Better engine, better shocks, front lockers. Nuff said.
@adamharris2674
3 жыл бұрын
Plus that Gm “quality” 😂😂. No damn thanks.
Cool looking truck but don't trust the Ecoboost engines. Make a naturally aspirated engine and then I'll buy.
@KB-bh9hp
3 жыл бұрын
Ecobbost engines have proven their reliability time and time again. Not to mention they're rocketships.
@AdmiralFroggy
3 жыл бұрын
@@KB-bh9hp I keep reading the opposite. I hear they burn coolant and oil constantly. Maybe the bigger Ecoboost engines are more reliable but I can't see a tiny 1.0, 1.5, 1.6 liter engine lasting very long.
@KB-bh9hp
3 жыл бұрын
@@AdmiralFroggy Idk, the 2.3, 2.7 and 3.5 which are some of the more popular ecomotors seem to be pretty reliable. I've heard the 1.6 was a bit iffy for the first few years of production but improved gradually over time.
@KB-bh9hp
3 жыл бұрын
@@AdmiralFroggy Again, that's what I've heard but I don't have any firsthand experience with the 1.0 and 1.6. From my understanding, those are mostly used in the Fiesta which is a rare car in the states.
Buy a Toyota Tacoma....next video
@rickdrackert2576
3 жыл бұрын
Had an 07 turd piece of s*** it really was a turd
tacoma outpaces ranger 100:1 in sales
@hotrod7603
3 жыл бұрын
Lol are you smoking something
I guess "Jeff likes to do stupid stuff" like actually driving the truck🙄
lol.... I don't ..XXXX......... with a load in the back ; sad that engine is good for 90,000 mile and then its rubbish
No manual, v6 or diesel? It’s junk
@larryocon8313
3 жыл бұрын
Grow up dude..
@barsaf9989
3 жыл бұрын
Lol grow up dude
@rustlesee
3 жыл бұрын
Grow up dude.
@nathanielmoran8537
3 жыл бұрын
Grow up Dude
@Mixwell1983
3 жыл бұрын
Dude up grow
The new Nissan Frontier is better
Is she kidding? Leaf springs are there for one reason and one reason only; they are cheap. They are terrible for comfort, terrible for Travel. And theirb rate increases dramatically when they are compressed even a little
@rustlesee
3 жыл бұрын
My number one is capability of a truck. I'd take leaf springs any day for that.
@kevinbarry71
3 жыл бұрын
@@rustlesee stereo typical truck guy. You somehow assume that leaf springs are the only way to satisfy your needs. It's not true. As I said, leaf springs do things cheapest. Not best
@rustlesee
3 жыл бұрын
@@kevinbarry71, I haul and tow and leafs are way better for that. The simplicity is better too, if you hold onto your vehicles you can swap those out fairly easily if you need to. Sure springs give a softer ride, but I use a truck as a truck. But that's the only benefit I can come up with. And please don't stereotype me, you don't know me.
@kevinbarry71
3 жыл бұрын
@@rustlesee as I said, leaf springs are cheaper. They are not necessarily better for towing. Coil springs work just fine, you might have to add an airbag to help them to keep them level. But the reason leafs springs stay level so easily is because of their limited travel.
2.3L. 👎🏾💩👎🏾💩👎💩👎🏾💩
Remember when a KBB video didn't had Micah the review was done by Zack vlasuk. They need to have someone like Zack for god's sake. I see this lady and already know it's going to be a meh.
@ALMX5DP
3 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you check your biases at the door ;)