Go and check out what I bought next here! kzread.info/dash/bejne/imej07Gfit3YZZc.htmlsi=AzfLuDmfRZJXY0H4

I had a 2018 V6 Amarok, 150000 problem free kilometres, towed a 2.5ton excavator frequently while carrying 900kg on the tray, had it tuned 240kw and over 700nm, one of the best cars of ever owned

I'm in Australia, and have now had a Ranger Platinum since Jan 2024. It has everthing on it I could want, and then some, and has no problem pulling my 3t caravan. I have already done over 20000km and no issues at all. The 3l V6 is great, with plenty of torque for towing. For me, better value for money than the raptor, and far better than the competition. Very happy with my ranger.

On my third 2.0 LT ranger. The only time I take the trailer off which is always sitting a 3000KG is for the MOT. Do about 120000 miles a year. I HAVE never had a problem with any of them. I had a Hilux before that . Gearbox blew up at 75000 miles.

@thedoctorsgarage

2 ай бұрын

Great to hear - the Hilux club aren’t going to like this comment! 😂

@stendecstretcher5678

2 ай бұрын

Goon

@mikldude9376

2 ай бұрын

Hiluxe’s are usually pretty good, what sort of gearbox did it have if you don’t mind me asking ?

@tacuazinful

2 ай бұрын

Just bs, you probably work at a Ford dealer, tons of you people around here

I think you might benefit from another test drive of the Grenadier. You love your old Defenders and the Grenadier provides that feeling but with more power and comfort. 10,000 miles in mine. No leaks, no rattles, no breakdowns and as much power from an extremely under stressed engine as you could wish for.

Perhaps you should look at a VW Amarok V6 3lt, I had a 2lt Discovery for 4 years on a 17 plate. The only problem I had was a leaking wind screen which was annoying I sold it at the start of Covid. I’ve just got a 21 plate Discovery (new model) 3lt which is silky smooth once you’ve had a Discovery all other cars seem second best. I managed to get 3 year warranty which a paid for 1 year and got 2 years of the dealer which is a must with any Land Rover. Ps for 3 years I’ve driven a Mercedes Vito 2lt with the new 2lt engine it’s really fast for a van and you can get a Vito Sport with windows and a second row of seats. The V class I feel it’s a over priced van, good look with your new car search.

Question for you, since you live in a land of tiny roads and a 4 cylinder bi turbo 2.0 making 213hp and 500nm is too small for you which vehicle would you buy considering the Ford engine the class leader makes more than the rest of the makes and is only unreliable according to those who have never owned one? The F150, Ram1500, Silverado all do not fit in the narrow roads where you live.

Look at a 2018-2020 Amarok v6. Not the later ford ranger based one. 2018/2020 is a vw engine and chassis. Look for ergocomfort seats. All power outputs are the same engine with different maps so all map to 300-320bhp mated to an 8 speed ZF box. Comfy, fast, really torquey. Could tow a train.

Picked up a 2021 110 D300 X-Dynamic HSE Defender two months ago, done 3k miles so far, it does everything effortlessly, definitely one of the best choices of engine for the platform, and it's surprised me with how economic it is on a long run, regularly getting 37-40 mpg, dont have any of the ladders/ boxes/ roof rack (fluff) on it, which definitely helps. Towing = no dramas what so ever.

New model Ranger/Amarok has, I believe, the Ford V6 3litre diesel with snapping cranks….previous Amarok had VW V6, fantastic Truck.

@josh3221ify

2 ай бұрын

If the previous Amarok was fantastic, Why did it become a ford clone, shouldnt it have been the other way around 🤡

My 2019 U.S. spec Ranger Lariat has been an excellent vehicle with no issues.4th new Ranger since 1988 - nothing but superlatives.

I have driven lots of different pick ups at work and we tow 3.5 tonne daily. We have a 71 plate D-max and that only has a 1.9 litre engine, that is terrible and struggles even towing 2 tonne. My personal preference is a Ranger 2.2 limited but I haven’t tried a bi turbo 2.0. I think this is a big issue tho as regulations constantly get tightened we are seeing low displacement vehicles with high BHP which is no good for towing or longevity.

I'm from Australia, and I own a 2.0 Bi-turbo Ranger XLT that regularly tows a 3-ton van. It handles the towing very well, with plenty of torque for the job. The 10-speed automatic transmission performs excellently when towing, though it can be a bit hesitant at low speeds when driving around town without a load. It's a great Ute, and I haven't had any issues with it, although a friend had to replace the engine in his. The Ranger and the Amarok are the most refined and advanced Utes on the market. However, the V6 diesel is from the same crankshaft-snapping engine family developed by Ford and PSA, found in previous Land Rover Discovery models (3, 4, and 5) and other JLR products. You could opt for a less refined Ute, like a DMAX, BT50, or Hilux, but they have their own set of potential problems or short comings as well. If you are looking for refinement, it's hard not to buy a Ranger or Amarok.

Once you tow something in the two ton range, particularly here in the US, you really need a larger fuel tank. The F150s come with 36 gallon tanks standard.

@tareskisloki8579

2 ай бұрын

the UK is tiny though, I doubt that's ever a consideration.

Not sure what all is available there. I generally think the smaller 4 door pickups for dependability and efficiency, you can’t go wrong with Toyota or Nissan. One of those is what I would go with.

Would you consider the new shape Toyota Land Cruiser with its new retro styling? That’s probably what id go for if I was in your position. That 2.8 engine is fairly bomb proof. I’m saying this as a classic defender 90 owner btw so definitely not a LR hater 😂

Have you looked at the Grenadier quartermaster ?

From the left field, have you thought of a Subaru Outback. Great 2.5 Petrol engine that pulls really well. This is a very reliable car and very comfortable. As there are very few sold, it keeps it value.

@thedoctorsgarage

2 ай бұрын

I haven’t actually- and to be fair haven’t seen many around at all

To tow with a used l322 or l405 Range Rover with either the 3.6 or 4.4 tdv8 or sdv8 are absolutely fantastic if maintained well

@williamprobert5124

2 ай бұрын

For the money they will out tow and out perform any pick on the road

@jamesshaw7171

2 ай бұрын

@@williamprobert5124 I have just bought a cheap 3.6 that I’m restoring, my mum has a 2014 l405 4.4 and I absolutely adore them both. However I do prefer the drive of the l322

@williamprobert5124

2 ай бұрын

@@jamesshaw7171 get the egrs mapped out it’ll save the turbos I have 2 Westminster 4.4 tdv8s l322s there a better Rangerover than the l405s the 3.6 is an extremely strong engine I all ways felt they where a bit quicker than the 4.4 . Enjoy her they’ll never be built like them again

@richard3004

2 ай бұрын

Agree there iv had a few l322s and currently have a 4.2 v8 Supercharged petrol and it’s great to drive, if towing heavy is look at the 4.4v8 diesel. As said if looked after they are reliable and easy to repair and will out perform any pick up in nearly every category, speed, towing, comfort, safety etc.

What about the Mercedes x350- I know they’re based on a navara but at least it’s got a proper engine. I haven’t driven one but like the look of them and would be what I’d try I think.

You will hate me for saying this but we’ve had a lot of rangers for work and we’ve had Nissan teckna we now have the new defenders 3 litre a 110 and a 90 they blow any pickup on the market into the wind , we tow trailers a fair bit when moving our forest machines from forest to forest , the land rovers are fantastic and they are more comfortable and just do the job better , hope you get sorted soon bud 👍

In Oz the last VW series Amarok Walkingshaw 580 very coveted - not sure if sold in UK but if want newer latest v6 Ranger/Amarok would be choice but if don’t need rear tray the v6 Ford Everest would be a good choice I think 👍

Have a 2litre Everets and drive it hard, tow 2.5 tonnes without problem. Also have a 3.2litre Ranger and not as good all round. Love the 2litr. Just drive it hard and it will be fine.

Had a van recovered on a 3.2 Ranger , chap said a 3.2 is more economical that the 2 lt when towing .......in his case a trailer and vehicle so pretty big load .

I have a 2018 V6 Amarok and it has plenty of power and is a very fast truck.

Defo VW Amarok 2018-2020 3.0V6 with the 258 tune had one regret selling 😢

I have owned 7 rangers now the last 2 where 2 litre wildtrak on the 10 speed auto box they pull like a road train no issues at all with them stick with the truck that are great I now have V6 wildtrak which is awesome

@thedoctorsgarage

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment Michael - out of interest did you go for the petrol or diesel V6- what’s your thoughts on both?

@michaelreadman4402

2 ай бұрын

@@thedoctorsgarage Hi I went for the V6 diesel great engine Ignore the old issue regarding crankshaft issues Ford have redesigned the bottom end and have improved the engine

@thedoctorsgarage

2 ай бұрын

@michaelreadman4402 brilliant - had a drive in a V6 petrol raptor and did like it a lot!

@michaelreadman4402

2 ай бұрын

I also have a 2 litre xlt ranger manual which is a great tow truck so either there is a fault on yours with the gearbox but my wildtracks pulled really well

What are you towing with it, an apartment building????

Change the oil at half Ford interval and get the Belt done at 70k and they are fine.

Agree totally about engine size. Would love an Isuzu D Max but a 1.9 engine puts me off especially when the rest of the world has the 3.0 ltr diesel.

Ive had two 2ltr bi turbos and never had any problems but my expectations were that they weren't going to be anything special in terms of towing heavy loads or sprinting up hills and overtaking anything faster than a semi. I did have horses at the time and have towed two successfully but wouldn't do it often. One horse was fine. I dont have horses now so the 2ltr bi turbos have gone and i now have a '23 Raptor - i couldn't be happier.

@thedoctorsgarage

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment- what engine did you go for in the raptor out of interest??

@reneejansen3983

2 ай бұрын

@thedoctorsgarage NLRB it's a 3litre twin turbo charged v6 petrol engine with a 10 speed auto transmission. Its a far cry from the bi-turbo's. It doesn't have the towing capacity of the Wildtraks but I purchased it knowing that. Its fuel consumption is higher of course but I chose to live with that in return for a fun car that also rides supremely well on the freeway. Since I no longer have horses due to a spinal injury I now am learning to 4wd and I go out camping often with friends. The car is ideal for all that.

@thedoctorsgarage

2 ай бұрын

@reneejansen3983 nice! I have been looking at the 3L petrol great to hear the difference between the 2L and 3L

@reneejansen3983

2 ай бұрын

@thedoctorsgarage yes. There is a huge difference. After driving the V6 I used to comment that the bi-turbo was like driving a tractor. I have had my Raptor for nearly a year now and am thrilled with it. If you can deal with higher fuel costs (I average 12.1/100kms and I'm a leadfoot - most say 11.5), and a maximum towing capacity of 2500kgs it's the best car I've ever, in my 72 years on this earth, ever owned.

have a look at the new Ford Ranger with the V6 best selling vehicle in Australia and New Zealand 2023

So the issue was towing? I've just bought a 71 plate Ford Ranger Bi turbo but don't anticipate doing a lot of towing.

@thedoctorsgarage

2 ай бұрын

Hey- yes great vehicle all round but the towing for me holds it back

Maybe an x-class? they're really nice. don't know about reliability tho...

We’ve got a 2019 VW Amarok 30l V6 done 155.000 miles no problems very good truck

@josh3221ify

2 ай бұрын

155k is nothing for all trucks/cars

Old style V6 Amarok. Fast, powerful and feels quality. I just sold a 2018 one with 50k miles and the only reason I did was because I bought a new Defender instead.

Have a look at the RAM 1500/2500, there are a few companies that import them to the UK.

@thedoctorsgarage

2 ай бұрын

If I was in the US I def would! Need a RHD

@callumstewart5662

2 ай бұрын

@@thedoctorsgarage Clive Sutton Ltd sells RHD American cars/trucks.

Jonny Smith has just this week released a new KZread vid on Brand new toyota 4x4 imports (which you cant get from the usual Toyota uk dealers anymore). Awesome vehicles

@sbGOM

2 ай бұрын

He did say he was after more refinement. That would be in the wrong direction.

What's an Amerock?🤔 BTW, we have a 2016 explorer sport with a 3.5 turbo, with 175,000 miles on it, had to replace a cam position sensor, was able to fix it myself, cost $30, this 3.5 is awesome, it's fun holeshoting BMWs and Chargers!

I had a new amorok in 2019 only just got rid of it what a fantastic truck v6 loads of power regular get 32to 33 to the gallon would definitely have another if I could know got to stick with my td5 ninty but this old girl does what I need know I am retired

Old shape Defender Td5 130 hcpu. Should hold its money, good content and you could always get Mahker to drop an M57 BMW into it or dpuk to fit the OM 606 Mercedes engine. I work on old Defenders, I've worked on one new Defender, plastic, plastic, plastic and there's so many on the road that I can't see the price holding up. My local Ineos dealer in Chester is knocking 9k off new Grenadiers! At least they're more of a truck than the new Defender.

If you want serious power, the only real option is the previous model Amarok V6 then get it to Darkside Developments for a remap and sone upgrades, you’ll have a seriously powerful truck that leaves most cars standing.

Ranger next gen V6 diesel is a lot smoother and more comfortable driving and 2.0 litre diesel one is noisy and works harder! We have both versions at work! I have the 2.0 litres bi turbo and I have put 75,000 kms on it in 12 months with no problems, just a couple of recalls for little things. Run it hard and drive it like I stole it. My supervisor has V6 and has ordered an Everest Wildtrak for himself with the v6. My last Ute was the 3.2 5 cylinder and I liked it a lot, it’s still in the company and has 300,000 kms on it now and nothing has gone wrong with it. I’m not a big ford fan but the company has a lot of them and no problems with the 2.0 litre version.

Have a look at the new Navara or Isuzu..

Definitely a previous gen Amarok V6. Get one with the ergo comfort seats and throw on a tune and you’ll have one very quick, comfortable and refined vehicle that will tow with absolute ease.

Mercedes’ 350 pick up , looks the business, nice for family and has a tow bar.

If you want a mix of refinement, grunt and knowing it'll last long, get a D-max or look at the new Triton Ranger V6 is good too, its a proven platform being used in the F150 for years and is decently solid Edit: You could also go 3.2 Ranger, the money you save from buying you can have a nice tune put on and it'll be a beast those 5 cylinders respond very well to a remap

Range rover sport..you liked that loaner you was given when disco was poorly 👌

@thedoctorsgarage

2 ай бұрын

Was a great car but I’m too sore to go back down the LR route just yet!

@bigadefourfiveonezeroseven4063

2 ай бұрын

It's in your blood pal you just don't know it yet...you have gone through your mid life crisis with the audi.. I lv me 2006 rrs even though I could afford a newer 1🤛

Defender 1110 ?? I know that it isn't a pickup but still a great machine

What about an amrok

New Wildtrack V6, cancelled order in Leeds

Ineos Quartermaster?

Hi Doc, I was interested in a pickup as a lifestyle vehicle, I don’t really need the flat bed but it would be used in recreational use. What puts me off is the commercial restrictions on road ie. Lower speed limits for commercial vehicles. Does that not bother you? I’m pretty sure I would creep up to 70 mph on a dual carriageway when the law says it should be 60. Would that bother you?

@thedoctorsgarage

2 ай бұрын

Hey- it’s a good point - is it not down to weight? So the ranger over 2t doesn’t fall in to a ‘light commercial vehicle’ ?

@ogotuwaobuto5366

2 ай бұрын

@@thedoctorsgarage that is something I was not aware of. Something for me to investigate. Thank you.😀

@thedoctorsgarage

2 ай бұрын

@@ogotuwaobuto5366 I could be wrong!

@Cous1nJack

2 ай бұрын

Most double cabs are low speed limits. As to whether it bothers, it depends where you drive. Where I live NSL dual carriage ways are not really a regular drive and getting up to 60 is rare through traffic. I don’t feel frustrated on lower limits in my hilux. IIRC 2.2 tonnes unladen is the cut off for limits. All the dual purpose stuff goes out the window if that threshold is passed.

What about a Ranger Raptor? Much more comfortable and has loads of toys as standard?

@thedoctorsgarage

2 ай бұрын

Great choice… just picked something up yesterday- video very soon! If you have Instagram you can see the new car over at @The_Doctors_Garage 📲

@stubrinn

2 ай бұрын

@@thedoctorsgarage beautiful truck

We are looking into the new Grenadier pickup with the bomb proof BMW engine and ZF auto box, new Amarok is simply a Ford ranger.

@farmer6861

2 ай бұрын

Looked at one, but couldn’t live with the steering! The steering is pretty poor to be honest, it has a proper steering box rather than rack and pinion which is more robust off road for sure, but the cost is the feel which could be better. The much talked about lack of self-centring is definitely there, you would adapt to it pretty quickly and it would cease to be a big issue but it seems a silly fault to let slip through the net given all the good engineering that’s gone into the car

@tima5673

2 ай бұрын

Oh and don't forget the horrible front end and stupid intrusion on the drivers foot well

I’ve owned 4 rangers since 2011 and never had an issue apart from oil quality sensor in the 2018 ranger raptor I did 215000 kms in in 5 years great cars have new dmax now very honest car but miles off rangers for refinements

Your getting through vehicles like hot dinners at the moment 😅 Ive had a 2.2 2013 ranger from new, now 120k miles towing large loads. The horsepower isnt great but torque is good. Havnt had any major issues, just yearly service and replacement parts. Maybe a bit much but the new 2024 ranger is getting good reviews for driving more like a suv and looks good too. Seen a few on the road now. I think any large suv or pick up will always have the potential for a nuclear repair bill. But I guess we have to accept it and hope it doesnt

@thedoctorsgarage

2 ай бұрын

😂 I feel that too! I’m hoping this will be my last big change! Great to hear about your ranger experience. I do like the look of the new shape range especially the Ranger Raptor with the 3l petrol engine!

LC150?

V6 amarok or a 2.8 hilux, interior in a amarok is the best in class. New shape ranger v6 or amarok are pretty much the same vehicle

Hasn't the business use vat reclaim been stopped now?

wet belt?

The EU and UK emissions regulations and LEV policy is forcing manufacturers to simply stop offering certain powertrains (engines) regardless of whether said smaller ones are up to the job or not. So I think you'll find that to be the case. Hunting out the powertrain you need for specific tasks will be increasingly difficult, same applies new and used as both markets will see the squeeze given new feeds used.

Just get a late 4.4tdv8 l322 my friend had 2 brand new Ford rangers 2.0 bi turbos both a where shit the new . He got the l322 and never looked back he toes a triple axle iver with it normaly 3.5-4 ton on it he even had the disco 5 with the d300 in it he said they don’t compare at all to the l322 He’s got a d300 defender 110 on order but he loves the l322 so much he said he’s never getting rid of it . The new ranger and be amrock have the same 3.0 tdv6 out of the d4 they love a crank

6 in a row ready to tow 6 in A v easy as can be 4 in a row Always needing a tow Simple math 😂

Funny you're selling, someone else will love it!!!!!

I know it's a re-badged Nissan but consider the Mercedes X class. They have to made the refinement better for the premium. Although the Raptor will always be the choice my heart picks

@thedoctorsgarage

2 ай бұрын

Did look at X class- they are getting old now though - do love the Raptors - new V6 petrol looks nice

I have a 1997 ranger with a 3.0

Why you say only 2.0 litre ranger? 3.2 are the one to go for

@thedoctorsgarage

2 ай бұрын

They discontinued the 3.2 in the later years of the ranger T8

Whatever you decide to get next, make sure you keep the illegally-spaced number plate - the car will drive better.

buy a defender 110 d300 it will pull a house down ,its a fantastic tow truck

Should have bought a Discovery 4 with a 3 litre V6 diesel turbo 8 speed. Even for a 2015 you could have had 10k change and still accomplished all you wanted.

I have a 2016 ford Ranger with the 3.2 diesel, with 98000 km, and l think it is a fantastic truck. The new Amarok is a Ford Ranger. If l was buying a new Ute it would be 79 toyota

I bought a ssangyong musso instead, love it and a lot more reliable than a ranger

Wouldnt get anything other than a toyota simply due to the reliability, others offer many more comfort options, or can tow more which for me personally isnt an issue.

Whatever you buy make sure it has 6 cylinders if you are Towing

Hands down New Defender 110 300D or then new 350D Wouldnt go for another 2ltr model if I were you I have a 110 X Dynamic 300d and best car had to date, hold their price too compared to others.

I tow all day every day a 3.8 tonne trailer( yes I know it’s over weight) and have no issues with bi turbo much more power and refinement than 3.2 Had 4 3.2 rangers all went bang with same issues On my second 2lt bi turbo had no issues first cover 85000 miles only swapped for second as this ranger was stolen Currently at 55000 miles no issues

Honda Ridgeline has a 6 cyl

Yep, Defender.....The plastic one and think of it as a pick up with a roof at the back!

Those little engines are made to rev that 2.0 has been a worldwide engine for 10 years in so many vehicles ford makes

Nissan Patrol v8. Awesome vehicle!

i bought a 2024 ford ranger. nothing wrong with it

Kgm or Ssangyoung Musso lwb big warranty package

The 2.0 is a great motor.

If you stay in Pickup territory: Fords 3 liter diesel is very nice and efficient. Its the Engine that is used in Landrovers and Jags all over the place, and VW uses it too in the new Amarok, so most of the problems are buffed out. The crankshaft is very short, (thats why its efficient) and has a spot in it that breaks pretty fast, if it is not 100 % forged and hardened. But this happens quickly, (before 50 k miles) , and if you actually use the motor, and it is a "bad" apple, within warranty time. Once it has proven itself worthy, it will last forever if you have decent oil managment. If its a production failure, you most probably get a new motor within warranty. I have had so many engines that were "nightmares" according to many techs and internet sources, never had a problem with them, i imaginge most of those guys are really hard on their stuff and dont look after Oil and stuff like that. If you dont go retard mode, it will be fine. and yeah small biturbo engines are not really meant for towing. Outside of Pickups, there are some BMW X, Alfa Stelvio, Mercedes4matic, Subarus, Volvos, VW Tuaregs that are very good at towing. But those are costly compared to pickup trucks.

There is no substitute for cubic capacity when it comes to towing.

All pickups are flawed only make sense through a business. Japanese will have the reliability but not the quality feel, a discovery or a range rover will do what you want I'm afraid, so get back in a jlr product. Just make sure you have that warranty!!

Isuzu 3 liter or Hilux 2.8 liter. If you can go new Land Cruiser 2.8 l

Petrol grenadier

Sounds like the transmission is the issue

Easy. 2012 L322 4.4tdv8. Has enough pulling power to restart the earths rotation and will do over 30 mpg.

@thedoctorsgarage

2 ай бұрын

😂👌🏻

New Defender 110 or a Mercedes pick up truck

If you want a reliable 4x4 that will tow anything well get yourself a 200 series landcruiser, you won't be disappointed 😉

You need a Tundra bro

Get a amorok dam good pick up

A classic Defender 130… with a LS swap 💪

Why are you looking at a pickup? They are commercials, vat for businesses but lower speed limits on non motorways

If your for towing why buy a tiny engine? You need minimums 2.5 preferably 3.0 regardless. What some office living suit wearing numpties that never towed.in.life

@thedoctorsgarage

2 ай бұрын

Def looking for a 3L next

If it was me i would go for the 2.8 hi lux! Dont buy a ranger!! Ive just managed to finally rid myself of my 2018 3.2 ranger wildtrack!! I had it for a little over 12months & for most of that time it was dogged with electrical faults showing on the main dash!! I took it to my main ford dealer twice & initially they did a wireing repair along the rear axle. When i collected it it was showing ablank sync screen!! In fact it was worse than before i took it there!! They then said i needed to re book it in & a new rear loom & a camera was needed to fix? After 3 weeks at the ford garage i got the truck back once again. All ok but after another 3weeks of generally light use the fault came back as before!! I then had an mot done by a local small independant garage & by the grace of god it passed with no abs light on!!! But shortly after the fault again reappeared. So in it went again to the small private garage & the fault was found to be a badly repaired loom connection & a front wheel sensor which showed on their diagnostics! Finally fixed!but why couldnt the ford main dealer do that?? ford dealership info on request? Thanks for reading.

Ineos Granadier I know you will love it

@thedoctorsgarage

2 ай бұрын

I have looked but personally feel they are a bit underwhelming (don’t know why but I’d rather have a new defender think?)

@fernandoroldan2288

2 ай бұрын

@@thedoctorsgarage agreed they are not the best looking thing especially the front end. New Defender beautiful things but everyone has one new Range Rover Sport?

@Pandora882

2 ай бұрын

@@thedoctorsgarage Go for an extended test drive and make up your own mind wouldn't swap mine.