2019 ford ranger review....

[lilranch2001]

I saw my first "Blue Flame" (same color as my F-150) Ranger this morning, it looked sharp!

 

[cqaigy2]

I do see Teslas around for sure but they are driven by different group of people I do not fully understand, or care to. I do expect to buy a Ranger someday to replace my daily driver.

I wouldn't let Tesla owners scare you. I've talked to a few, they seem nice and appear to know alot more about their vehicle then most ICE drivers i know.

 

[TCowner]

I continue to have a mixed view of my 2019 Ford Ranger. Most of the negative view comes from the engine and the overuse of electronic gadgetry. But the engine issue is just more of an annoyance than anything. I've commented before here about my displeasure with the "air boat" annoyance when you start to move. Its more noticeable when its cold but I just see the need for a turbo charged engine to rev up to 2100 rpm when going 10 mph in my driveway. The ecoboost engines are known for their low end torque so I don't know why the engine needs to run such a high rpm in first gear before it shifts.

Now, according to Ford, this is perfectly normal. In fact, the service technicians at the Ford dealership blame the ten speed transmission more than the engine. They may indeed by right. Once it shifts up things quiet down nicely. Again, really just an annoyance as the ecoboost pulls very nicely and performs well in traffic.

As I have commented previously I am a little more of an old school guy when it comes to operating the radio, heater, air conditioner, defroster as I would prefer "dials" to digitally progressing through a series of menus. If you are parked everything works fine but when traveling down the road I would prefer to do make the changes more by feel than having to take my eyes off the road. I suspect this is something I will have to get used to as this seems to the direction all manufactures are going. I just preferred the controls on my GMC Canyon.

I too am looking forward to Ford offering the 2.7 ecoobost in the Ranger. Of course if the ten speed transmission still doesn't allow a shift to second gear soon enough I will still be complaining about the "air boat" noise at low speed.

SO, overall, the Ranger is a good truck and I've had no issues in 7,000 miles other than the ones described here and most have commented here that they don't notice the issues I complain about. But for me, when I replace this truck Ford will have to fix the issue with the engine noise for me to get another Ranger. Now if that 2.7 ecoobost shows up that probably will soften any reluctance to go with another Ranger.

 

[Citydude]

I continue to have a mixed view of my 2019 Ford Ranger. Most of the negative view comes from the engine and the overuse of electronic gadgetry. But the engine issue is just more of an annoyance than anything. I've commented before here about my displeasure with the "air boat" annoyance when you start to move. Its more noticeable when its cold but I just see the need for a turbo charged engine to rev up to 2100 rpm when going 10 mph in my driveway. The ecoboost engines are known for their low end torque so I don't know why the engine needs to run such a high rpm in first gear before it shifts.

Now, according to Ford, this is perfectly normal. In fact, the service technicians at the Ford dealership blame the ten speed transmission more than the engine. They may indeed by right. Once it shifts up things quiet down nicely. Again, really just an annoyance as the ecoboost pulls very nicely and performs well in traffic.

As I have commented previously I am a little more of an old school guy when it comes to operating the radio, heater, air conditioner, defroster as I would prefer "dials" to digitally progressing through a series of menus. If you are parked everything works fine but when traveling down the road I would prefer to do make the changes more by feel than having to take my eyes off the road. I suspect this is something I will have to get used to as this seems to the direction all manufactures are going. I just preferred the controls on my GMC Canyon.

I too am looking forward to Ford offering the 2.7 ecoobost in the Ranger. Of course if the ten speed transmission still doesn't allow a shift to second gear soon enough I will still be complaining about the "air boat" noise at low speed.

SO, overall, the Ranger is a good truck and I've had no issues in 7,000 miles other than the ones described here and most have commented here that they don't notice the issues I complain about. But for me, when I replace this truck Ford will have to fix the issue with the engine noise for me to get another Ranger. Now if that 2.7 ecoobost shows up that probably will soften any reluctance to go with another Ranger.

I have drove ford and Lincoln vehicles for the last 20 years and was excited the Ranger was coming back. After test driving a new Ranger I could not get past the engine noise. Other than that it was a great vehicle.

Hopefully the 2.7 will be quieter.

 

[ArlyA]

Thanks for the updated review TC. I agree with some of your points but still do like the truck and it seems you largely appreciate it as well. I've already posted what I'd call its shortcomings. It does have more than enough HP to tow all of our trailers with. Its darn comfortable to ride in, gets reasonably good fuel mileage and we can do long trips in its because its very comfortable to operate.

I continue to have a mixed view of my 2019 Ford Ranger. Most of the negative view comes from the engine and the overuse of electronic gadgetry. But the engine issue is just more of an annoyance than anything. I've commented before here about my displeasure with the "air boat" annoyance when you start to move. Its more noticeable when its cold but I just see the need for a turbo charged engine to rev up to 2100 rpm when going 10 mph in my driveway. The ecoboost engines are known for their low end torque so I don't know why the engine needs to run such a high rpm in first gear before it shifts.

Now, according to Ford, this is perfectly normal. In fact, the service technicians at the Ford dealership blame the ten speed transmission more than the engine. They may indeed by right. Once it shifts up things quiet down nicely. Again, really just an annoyance as the ecoboost pulls very nicely and performs well in traffic.

As I have commented previously I am a little more of an old school guy when it comes to operating the radio, heater, air conditioner, defroster as I would prefer "dials" to digitally progressing through a series of menus. If you are parked everything works fine but when traveling down the road I would prefer to do make the changes more by feel than having to take my eyes off the road. I suspect this is something I will have to get used to as this seems to the direction all manufactures are going. I just preferred the controls on my GMC Canyon.

I too am looking forward to Ford offering the 2.7 ecoobost in the Ranger. Of course if the ten speed transmission still doesn't allow a shift to second gear soon enough I will still be complaining about the "air boat" noise at low speed.

SO, overall, the Ranger is a good truck and I've had no issues in 7,000 miles other than the ones described here and most have commented here that they don't notice the issues I complain about. But for me, when I replace this truck Ford will have to fix the issue with the engine noise for me to get another Ranger. Now if that 2.7 ecoobost shows up that probably will soften any reluctance to go with another Ranger.

 

[Oaktree]

I wouldn't let Tesla owners scare you. I've talked to a few, they seem nice and appear to know alot more about their vehicle then most ICE drivers i know.

Kind of apples and oranges. Tesla owners are, almost by definition fanboys...they bought a Tesla because they specifically wanted one, unlike most other makes where reasons for buying a specific vehicle can be quite varied, but often come down to whatever they got the best deal on.

Oaktree, We asked owners of Eco-boost about problems and couldn't hardly find any, but they really did like the extra power they created. Seems that Ford has mastered the Eco-boost thing.

I was more thinking 10+ years down the road. I tend to buy 8-10 year old vehicles and drive them 'til they drop (or in the case of northern New England, rust out). How are these engines/drivetrains after, say 150k? Are they something that can be repaired by an independent mechanic or is it strictly dealer? As it is, many independents shy away from anything computer-related, and that's 'most everything these days. I personally avoid dealer service depts as much as I can.
That having been said, I am following this thread with some interest as I would consider one of these (used) when it comes time to replace my current truck.

My wife's Buick has a turbo'd 2.0 4 in it, and I'm impressed with the performance while still getting decent gas mileage. Trouble free (after one warranty issue with emissions crap), but it's only got a little over 70k on it.

 

[txdon]

I was more thinking 10+ years down the road. I tend to buy 8-10 year old vehicles and drive them 'til they drop (or in the case of northern New England, rust out). How are these engines/drivetrains after, say 150k? Are they something that can be repaired by an independent mechanic or is it strictly dealer? As it is, many independents shy away from anything computer-related, and that's 'most everything these days. I personally avoid dealer service depts as much as I can.
That having been said, I am following this thread with some interest as I would consider one of these (used) when it comes time to replace my current truck.
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To get the answers you will have to wait a few years. Check back with us in 2025. My truck might reach 150K by 2030.

 

[ArlyA]

To get the answers you will have to wait a few years. Check back with us in 2025. My truck might reach 150K by 2030.

I'm confident F changes this and that each model, but there are few eco-bosts complaints over the years and they've been out since when?? Personally I don't like to, and avoids at all costs, testing of new products. Even the "all new" Ranger was in already in production in other markets.

 

[cqaigy2]

I've had other vehicles make that "air boat" sound at cold start, and it seemed to me to be the fan making most of the noise, like the fan clutch wouldn't release.

 

[goeduck]

Rumor has it that Ford is looking at putting the 2.7 turbo V6 in the Ranger. Keep your fingers crossed.

I hope to get one of those and be rocketman. :shocked: :shocked: