This is what you call a real life driving test! Awesome video

I love those General Grabber A/T tires. I have them on my 2024 Passport Trailsport. The tires generate more of a “white noise” at highway and interstate speeds and little to no hum and vibration. They get excellent traction in winter conditions as Nebraska presented me with just that shortly after taking deliver on 12/23.

Road closed! That's what we call "Tuesday" in Wyoming.

Had 2022 Ranger 4x4. I put the tires at 38 psi and ran premium fuel along with staying at 70 or less and routinely got up to 27mpg on the highway

@JimBeary

2 ай бұрын

But, you had to pay a premium for premium gas just to gain a couple more mpgs...?

@solaydbak

2 ай бұрын

Had?

@johngrigsby1148

2 ай бұрын

@@solaydbakneeded bigger cab to sleep in. That’s only reason we traded it in. I loved it otherwise.

@johngrigsby1148

2 ай бұрын

@@JimBearythe extra mpgs was just a bonus. I ran 93 octane because of the variable timing taking advantage of higher octane and noticeably snappier power. Dyno says 22 more hp. We towed a lot, and there definitely was a difference in performance.

@max_archer

2 ай бұрын

Best I've managed with my '20 FX4 on Wildpeaks was about 23, but that was running 87, averaging around 80, and driving a route with a climb from about 1000' to over 8000'. 27 doesn't shock me with the lower speed and better gas.

Looking forward to watching this!

Always a pleasure watching Mr. Smirnof in a brand new truck long trip, thanks Andrey ❤.

That Cactus Gray looks good.

That stretch from Salt Lake City up through Wyoming is predominantly uphill. I've driven that stretch a lot and always get poorer MPG on my first tank heading east due to all of the climbing.

Loved the Video... Thanks Andria,,,

I actually think that these new Ford Rangers are the best looking midsize truck on the market... 😊

My 22 gets a little over 26 from Tampa to DC to Charleston WV to Tampa.

Test drove a lot of trucks over the years and I must agree that Ford does give a higher equipment package and offers better comfort features compared to other brands. Love my 2020 F150 Lariat 5.0. It is the most luxurious vehicle I've ever owned. 😂 glad I am not worried about the fuel economy 😊

@GoFast58

2 ай бұрын

How is the reliability so far?

@1guyin10

2 ай бұрын

Have a friend who runs an independent repair shop. He swears the 5.0 is the best choice in the Fords for the long term.

@adamtacheira5323

2 ай бұрын

I’m looking for a new to me F150. It must have a 5.0. So, I’m curious of what your fuel mileage (empty) looks like. I currently have an 07 F150 and an honest average is around 14mpg. I drive a lot of miles. Thanks in advance.

@diesel6916

2 ай бұрын

@@adamtacheira5323 If "it must have" a 5.0 why would you care about MPG your mind is made up already.

@leechburglights

Ай бұрын

@@adamtacheira5323 business trip to Florida last week and got 17 -18 mpg. Had maybe 400# in the bed and 1 passenger. Amazing to drive!

Love you Andre. The key in addition to being regular is also an ignition key

The new Rangers look pretty nice.

There is never a good crossing of Wyoming on I-80 in the winter.

I cant wait for the Raptor testing. Mine should be delivered sometime in June

@is6566

2 ай бұрын

Which month did you order it and did they add markup? Thanks.

@firebry23

2 ай бұрын

@@is6566 I ordered it last July. I'm paying sticker.

@mxer652

2 ай бұрын

I should be getting mine this week! Pumped.

I'm sure you lose around 2 or 3 mpg just for having those general ATX LT they pretty heavy compared to the goodyears territory ats that most of the other ranger carries. I would recommend to a road trip on the ranger that have the goodyear ats tires

A tablet between 2 vents. Lol

@sunchaser999

2 ай бұрын

The huge vertical screen was never a good look IMO. Also ford has some of the most lackluster and dull looking digital guage clusters.

@dom_not_torretotedesco5707

2 ай бұрын

@@sunchaser999opinions are perspective, you may think that but I’m sure Thiers many people out thier like myself that think Fords digital clusters are some of the better ones out thier. The base ranger cluster is a bit dull but the lariat’s is very crisp as well as giving you adjustability. And go up to a f-150 mustang etc they are very nice with multiple gauge designs and the drive mode graphics are killer

@sunchaser999

2 ай бұрын

@@dom_not_torretotedesco5707 not only ranger. The broncos are the worst I’ve seen. Let’s see if a refresh changes that or the nice screens are reserved for their upper trim models.

@JamesThomas-dn6ee

2 ай бұрын

​@sunchaser999 yet you probably think the one stuck on the dash in the taco looks good

@is6566

2 ай бұрын

Toyota screen shape and position looks better than this one.

Nothing like a TFL & Out of Spec meet up!

Andrei, I had mine give me 26 mpg on a 500 miler, locked cruise at 70 mph from NH to MD...and back

im so jealous of you and your job. I know it is a lot of work, but still, I love it!! Im buying this truck the second the 2.7 is available. I Can Not wait hardly... im saving money for upgrades and stuff for the truck. Great video and content as usual! Cheers... ✌

@adamtacheira5323

2 ай бұрын

I’m guessing a 2.7 with a tune will scream. Have fun

@billygames7107

2 ай бұрын

im sure gonna, thanks..@@adamtacheira5323

We've driven I-80 east toward Denver with some crazy cross winds. Driving an F-150 which is designed like a brick on 4 wheels, I will say it was an adventure.

Morning everyone, hope you all have a great day! 😊

@stevekniess3665

2 ай бұрын

You have a great day as well. Thank you

@belugod

2 ай бұрын

Thank you have an awesome day

Thanks for the in-depth reviews, Andre! If interest rates were lower and dealers weren't already marking up the Ranger Raptor, I would buy one. However, because of all the TFL mid-truck content lately, I'm leaning towards a used 2022-2023 Nissan Frontier Pro 4x or a 2024 Ranger Lariat with the 2.7L V6 Ecoboost. God Bless TFL, fam!

I-80 is always closed... but for a good reason.

3.89 a gallon for 87 octane . Your more than my area by a lot. Second pump was way less 3.16. Big variance in prices. Surprised by the road closure as it looked okay were you where.

Andre - how does the ride height of the fx4 compare to your trail boss?

I want the in-cab audio when you pulled out in front of Kyle!

Had a 21 ranger, was pretty good on gas if you didn't push it , go 70 mph into a 30 mph headwind and milage would tank down to about 17 mpg . But it was a pretty nice little pickup .

As all of these are finally hitting the street, they really come close together in pricing for what you get. It comes down to what options they offer or what it looks like. The GMC has a HUD and digital mirror which Ford doesn't, but the Ford has powered rear window but no moonroof like the GM. Taco has all of it available but costs the most for it all. Lots of combos to go with. The Toyota and GM look aggressive whereas the Ford looks softer but has high payload. Except that comes in a shorter wheelbase that doesn't work well for towing. All are pricey relative to 10 years ago but that's what it is.

@elliottlee1050

2 ай бұрын

Yeah comes more or less brand loyalty for most. & others features. For myself it would be both, though I hadn't had a truck personally in yrs bc well I enjoy breathing. Though we recently bought the Grenadier for purpose driving the Pan American Hwy as well as OG Defender 130 diesel td8(🇬🇧 version)camper spec'd but towing a Bruder exp-8. But most assuredly both were fully spec'd w/lots of features & brand loyalty! Even the Grenadier as it most definitely looks and drives like a Defender. NOTHING like a Gelandewagen which at 1st tfl wanted to say it "looked or drove" like Umm no. Owned both, it looks and drives like a Defender bc Ratcliffe loved the older Defender so much. He more or less rebuilt a newish Old one lol 😆

Is the driving behavior of the 2024 FX4 still hip-hoppity like my 2019 XLT FX4? Pot holes and rough spots are very rough on the 2019.

@max_archer

2 ай бұрын

If you're still on stock shocks there's a good chance they're blown, the FX4 ones are notorious for lasting about 35-40k. I put Bilstein 5100s on my 2020 FX4 last summer and it's like a whole new truck, the bounce is pretty much totally gone and it handles way better around corners etc. too. (Just avoid the highest lift settings on the front, they make it way too stiff with stock springs.)

Fun video- looking forward to your thoughts on the Ranger vs Tacoma. Does the ranger 2.3 or 2.7 have a better reputation for reliability and longevity?

@Onefittyguy

2 ай бұрын

2.7 has a very good reputation for reliability, performance and mpg. Coming from a "355 hp" 5.3 Chevy, my 2.7 is significantly better in every way.

@max_archer

2 ай бұрын

The 2.7 has had some issues in the Bronco, but is pretty solid in everything else. The Ranger version of the 2.3 is pretty bulletproof, Ford will even sell you a fully warrantied +45hp +60lb/ft tune, if that gives you an idea of how tough their own engineers think it is.

The number one feature that I love the most is it still has a key to turn the ignition.

Wonder if 91/93 octane would make a difference? I have a bronco sport and was headed west on i80 through high head winds previously and saw a 3mpg increase with the 2.0 with a full vehicle. Edit was heading from Michigan to Salt Lake City during December of 2022.

@kennetho5393

2 ай бұрын

I have a 2.0 8 speed in my Escape and I've seen 0 mpg increase on premium over E-15.

@hancockev

2 ай бұрын

​​@@kennetho5393without more information I couldn't say if your situation was similar. Assuming your at sea level, no load, and design of vehicle. You probably won't see a difference since the vehicle is not being loaded as hard. Also not sure which version escape goes back a while. So could be a different revision engine. The ranger is a brick in the wind, and some vehicles benefit more from premium more than others.

Whats the different with the XLT and Lariat? Just LED lights and Leather?

all depends, i had 25mpg on 5h trip flat interstate one direction, 22mpg back ... in full size na V6 truck

In Canada we rarely close roads

Call me Old School, but I rather have a physical car key than a push button start. Just saying… Hello TFL crew!

I got 21 mpg (manually calculated) in my Frontier from Omaha to Kansas City.

I guess this is the unreal world test, given all of the unexpected stops, turns and traffic. My 2019 Ranger is averaging 25MPG combined, driving in northern Virginia traffic the first half of the week, and in rural Virginia the remainder of the week.

@danielrn133

2 ай бұрын

There is no way in hell. I had a 2020 and driving 60 in rural roads here in northern Wi I never got it over 23 mpg. In stop and go NOVA 20 would be miracle. I don't buy it. I am glad I sold that ranger though.

@auduffer

2 ай бұрын

Why is it unreal? Weather conditions and altitude are going to play a big difference between Virginia and UT-WY-CO. So it's real for this situation--closures and all of the stops are part of the real world.

@johngrigsby1148

2 ай бұрын

I got up to 27 on hwy in our 2022 ranger 4x4. The tires came under inflated from dealer/factory and I put at 38psi and kept the speed at no more than 70mph. Also 93 octane

@RockCh4lk

2 ай бұрын

Because traveling never has unexpected stops and turns... 🤪

@williamcrist1887

2 ай бұрын

I have a 2019 lariat FX4 running 33” tires 160K on it so far We average 19 mpg

Still have not seen one anywhere near me, nor even a 23. We are about 5 months away from when the next year models used to come out through most of my life.

Thanks for the video Andre. Is this your personal truck or a long time loaner? The new Ranger looks great. I would certainly consider it if I had a need for a pickup. Right now I am looking at either a 2025 Explorer or Bronco Sport Badlands. Waiting to see if Ford will update the Bronco Sport for 2025 as well.

I like the new Ranger, I have a 19 XLT with towing and Tech package. Mine is currently at 60K miles and has been a good truck, no issues. I drive from Southern Cal to Phoenix area 2 to three times a year and get 22 mpg, hand calculated. The trucks computer mpg is never right, always around 2 mpg off. Why can't they get it to show actual correct mpg? I also wish Ford would use the round AC vents like the Tacoma. Wife has a 2017 Tacoma. It's a nice truck also but the Ranger is more comfortable which is why I chose it, that and I have always been a Ford guy. If I didn't buy Ford I would buy a Toyota. Hoping they come out with the Stout

Only 20 the wind effects still little low

This is why I carry food, drinks, sleeping bag, and most importantly, 2 Trucker Buddy Urinals!

I mean at least it's got a key start trays nice. But that screen is way to big lol. I miss the old days when someone like me a 22 year old could get a truck with a manual and 4wd for under 28K. It's insane now.

@kidamere2408

2 ай бұрын

keys bleh

Was the auto start/stop working? I have a 2019 and in the cold it does not work, seems below 55 degrees.

@jamesmartin7282

2 ай бұрын

Auto stop-start doesn't work uf you're running max A/C or max heat because it needs the engine running to keep you comfortable.

At 70mph, is the truck in the 10th gear? What RPMs at 70mph, I'm just curious, Thank you. Glad you got home safe with all that crazy traffic.

So what is the brand/model of the camera used in this video?

Do you calibrate the speedometer of your trucks?

That is the normal Wyoming Snow chi Minh 100 loop for Mpg.

@joelrosenberg3627

2 ай бұрын

😂 Yeah, normal stuff until June and then you’re still looking at random flipped semi due to crosswinds. WY roads are definitely a proper prior planning thing (although I’ll still take this stretch over US 287)

Is the 2.3l both port and GDI?

@ctapmgriley

2 ай бұрын

DI only.

Full sunshine, road closed for weather?

Seems kind of crazy to me that the road was closed! Roads looked clear, sky was blue and it didn’t look like a lot of snow in the first place

Great review. I like the idea of the new Tacoma because of Toyota's legendary reliability, but the interior looks like some random guy designed it in his spare time in his garage compared to the Ranger.

I had a 21 Ranger FX4 with a level, even when I put on the ford power tune it did better than that. Even crazier is that my f-150 powerboost gets better mileage than the Ranger.

A twisty turny road trip indeed! @outofspecreviews!!

Nice. I pickup my 2024 Ford Ranger XLT 3 litre V6. 4 wheel drive. Rangers in Australia comes with alot more. Different design. Pickup in aweek or 2

My first brand new truck purchase was a 1992 ranger XLT, 4 cylinder, 5 speed for $9800. 😢

My 23 Nissan Titan Pro-4x gets 23 mpg on the hwy and that's stock. I'm gonna be doing a few mods and I will be getting 28 mpg or higher!!

It seems the only people that can drive these new vehicles are the ones test driving them for us to watch but never buy.

@db9071

2 ай бұрын

Didn’t feel bad. Even these guys, besides the owner of the channel can’t afford the toys.

@heavyhauldude9914

2 ай бұрын

Bought one today actually 🤷🏻‍♂️

Don't tell Roman it doesn't have push button start! 😂

Just bought a 24 ranger xl. Blew a coolant line and overheated at 32 miles. Got it back the next day , it overheats at 60 miles coolant all over the engine bay. This was yesterday, this pos is going back tomorrow. give me a Taco pls and Ty

Thanks for the video. I wouild have thought that 4 cylinder would have gotten better mileage. I hope the MPG goes up after you put some miles on the engine. If not, I don't see a benefit, other than garagability/maneuverability, over an F-150.

@kennetho5393

2 ай бұрын

It wasn't good conditions and not broken in. FX4's are not known for getting the best fuel economy either. I've been been on I-80 in Wyoming in my Mustang GT stuck in a snow storm before. It's known for brutal winter weather.

@bryaninnc5511

2 ай бұрын

@@kennetho5393 You're right, but II have an F-150 with the HDP, max tow, and FX4 packages, and I've gotten within a few MPGs of this Ranger in adverse highway conditions. It just seems to me that the push for smaller, turbo-charged engines isn't paying off at the pump.

@kennetho5393

2 ай бұрын

@@bryaninnc5511 Ranger buyers typically get 24 mpg to upper 20's on the highway. Over 20 years ago, I had a '98 Ranger 4cyl 5 speed manual I bought new that usually got 27 mpg on the highway. I was coming back to the Chicago area from Ohio with 40+ mph winds and got 20 mpg. This Ranger wasn't even broken in.

@bryaninnc5511

2 ай бұрын

@@kennetho5393 Upper 20s highway is a different story.

@kennetho5393

2 ай бұрын

@@bryaninnc5511 It just can't be an FX4 and weather has to be ideal with gentle terrain. This comes from my dad and his Ranger. He says 25 mpg is typical year round when he sets the cruise on 78 mph. It also depends on how you drive but that goes for any vehicle.

So the Ranger is now bigger than the Full size F-100 was!

When’s the next collaboration? Keen to see some fast charging with Kyles fast ⚡️⚡️ charge collection and the TFL HUMMER 🤔

What brand of glasses is Andre wearing that records in such clarity?

@marcg.3830

2 ай бұрын

I think those are the new rayban glasses that can record video.

@TFLnow

2 ай бұрын

Meta Rayban 2.0 glasses.

@ctbryant09

2 ай бұрын

Thank you

The nice thing about modern truck's having AC outlets in the cab is that if you're stuck due to a road closure, you can brew up some fresh coffee, and cook up some pastries or a little hot meal while you wait.

@kinomorrison8004

2 ай бұрын

I’m gonna need a shitter then

I love my 23 ranger tremor. Doubt I’ll ever get a better ranger than that.

10 gears is alot of weight spinning around, takes alot to slow down, decel.👌

My 2019 ranger gets 27 mpg on the highway in my daily 35 mile commute

Found my 21 ranger on carvana for 29,900.i.❤it

If they had a hybrid awd/4wd version of this or the maverick I'd buy it.

How do you drive with your jacket on the whole time dude? That looks uncomfortable as heck!

Why buy a ranger for 46 k when I can go get a nice f150 for 51k and it has the same highway mileage hmmmm

@lotsofbogeysjl

2 ай бұрын

Wife loves her 2020 Ranger. She found the F150 too big and with all the theft up here in Canada it's a bonus that it fits in the garage. You're not wrong about the cost differential though.

I hate the guage cluster. Otherwise not bad at all except the price. Basically $47,000 I feel like it should be a full size half ton for that kind of money.

Lowest octane avail in south africa is 93 octane, most people here will use 97 octane in turbo charge engines.

Wyoming always takes forever to reopen I80

24 mpg is not to bad.

Gas mileage will always be poor like that due to stop and go traffic and high idle times

So the new ranger is the a little bit heavier than the 95 ford f150

$46k with no push button start😢 Way to go😂

I currently drive a Powerboost but will move to the Ranger when the PHEV is offered

@djaftermath4313

2 ай бұрын

Not loving your Powerboost or just want to down size?

@TFLnow

2 ай бұрын

Ford has not announced plans for a Ranger PHEV in U.S. yet. Hopefully, within a year or two.

@billygames7107

2 ай бұрын

whatcha think about the powerboost?

@linuxfiend

2 ай бұрын

I was trying to wait for a PHEV version but really needed a new vehicle so I got a 21 Ranger XLT 4x4, but not FX4. I will jump on a PHEV whenever they decide to offer it.

@billygames7107

2 ай бұрын

What do you think about the powerboost?!?

Watching from the capital of south africa Pretoria. We dont get the 2.3 in our country yet, only bi turbi 2.0 diesel and V6 power stroke diesels. Selling better then the toyotas for the past year or so.

@thomaslindsay1967

2 ай бұрын

That's a good thing diesel with manual shift

@DuitserSwart

2 ай бұрын

@@thomaslindsay1967 I enjoy the diesels, especially at our fuel prices 4.8 usd per gallion. The 2.3 turbo will become avail in the local vw amarok as a raptor competitor.

@thomaslindsay1967

2 ай бұрын

I wish we could get a diesel with manual shift here in the usa

1:33 Finally a regular key. Are manufactures starting to realize how stupid push to start is and how easy the vehicles are to steal. With a key that requires a signal also it makes it much harder to steal.

What was Ford thinking? They gave u all fancy screens locking differential leather seats but no push button start.

That's another reason ev vehicle disadvantage; ready for unexpected situations and made your logistics a nightmare. Just in MPO 🤷‍♂️

I paid 48000 for my f150 sport with the fx4 package sunroof everything but leather bran new in 2017

Ford's HP and TQ. numbers are based on 93 octane. (Which is not available in many states.) Ford won't tell you what the engine produces on mid-grade gasoline.

@garys2157

2 ай бұрын

These numbers are for 87, the 300hp in the Explorer are with the higher octane gas.

@jimjones-pz1tt

2 ай бұрын

@@garys2157 No, they're not.

@garys2157

2 ай бұрын

@jimjones-pz1tt OK maybe on your little tin foil hat world it's not.

@jimjones-pz1tt

2 ай бұрын

@@garys2157Post a link to an official Ford source showing the advertised numbers for the 2.3 eco boost in the 2024 Ranger of 87 octane.

Maybe having real key will help with auto theft.

They really should have brought the PHEV here. What a perfect little truck that would be!

@JamesThomas-dn6ee

2 ай бұрын

I'm guessing they may do that in the future

@brandonsynnott3960

2 ай бұрын

It would be amazing. But I don’t think Ford will bring it here. It’ll take away sales from the F150.

@user-hq2wy1mt3k

2 ай бұрын

If a PHEV Ranger for North America isn't in the cards, then Ford will lose those potential buyers who don't need or want the hybrid F150. Many people will jump ship and go to Toyota or any other manufacturer that offers a midsized pickup that gets better mileage.

@JamesThomas-dn6ee

2 ай бұрын

@user-hq2wy1mt3k I feel they will bring it over due to Bidens new stricter emissions rules coming up

Left lane is only for passing, Andre.

@TFLnow

2 ай бұрын

funny...

@mattharnage7648

2 ай бұрын

@@TFLnow I didn’t mean it as a joke. The truck in the right lane was about to pass you until you sped up.

@MavadoKen

2 ай бұрын

TFL thought all those headlights flashing at them from behind were just fans taking pictures.

@garysarratt1

2 ай бұрын

@@mattharnage7648 Andre had slowed down when he went by the wrecked log truck.

Coming from a f150 2.7 owner that mpg sucks

How is that cruise control working out? 😊

Doesn’t look bad, if I’m buying a midsize truck though I’ll probably go tacoma. I want a manual transmission in my vehicles, and I don’t want a Gladiator.

Everyone knows to stay off I-80 in winter conditions.

All these trucks are Tooooo expensive!

I get 18 mpg with my 5.0 f150 hwy these mid size trucks gotta do better

Starting price AKA fantasy never pay price.

But no push button start. For that price it should have that.

@gkbkansas

2 ай бұрын

my thought too, my 16 Tacoma has that !