Ford Ranger FX4 Max review 2021: Like a Raptor, but it can tow & lug a load

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Love the Ford Ranger Raptor, but need to tow up to 3500kg and load just under 1000kg of payload? Maybe the 2021 Ford Ranger FX4 Max is for you! It has some of the suspension components from the Ranger Raptor, plus a meaty set of all-terrain tyres. Paul Maric tests it out to see if it's any good!
Hardness tester results: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/...
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Intro: 00:00
Exterior: 01:03
Interior: 06:18
Infotainment: 07:44
Safety Tech: 09:01
Practicality: 10:10
On-road: 13:09
Off-road: 17:50
Verdict: 20:30
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@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Okay...be honest, what do you think of the optional stripe package? Reply to this comment with your thoughts!

@BhullerTV 3 жыл бұрын

First

@gamingsoldier5314 3 жыл бұрын

kind of a waste of money

@7immmmy 3 жыл бұрын

Nah that sticker pack looks crap. Otherwise the ute looks ok

@victormhango8078 3 жыл бұрын

Sorta works but wouldn't option it

@marcusj4467 3 жыл бұрын

If you ever have a scratch or bingle good luck getting it fixed = no stickers thanks

@djteeke 3 жыл бұрын

Bought one of these with the sticker package as a post divorce and mid life crisis gift to myself, and honestly could not be happier with it, it's a lot more fun to drive and you feel much more satisfied sitting in it especially coming from a Honda Odyssey. The road noise doesn't bother me at all and there's no one else in the car to complain. 5/5 stars!

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Ha ha, I love the description. Thanks for the feedback!

@samfulton9994 2 жыл бұрын

Post divorce and mid life crisis gift, love it. Good on you mate

@quincyprisirie588 2 жыл бұрын

🤣nobody to complain

@gregorycampbell1857 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect review haha

@Nebs1 3 жыл бұрын

The stickers are horrendous. Imagine paying $700 for $50 worth of stickers to make your car look significantly worse.

@gtr161 3 жыл бұрын

I would be removing all the stickers, so the R A N G E R and FX4 would be deleted on my car...

@evanthegreat8892 3 жыл бұрын

This is factual information

@munkskyline17 3 жыл бұрын

Yea could've spend on paint protection or something 😐

@brandonlong4252 3 жыл бұрын

This would be an awesome touring ute for towing a trailer or caravan and then can still go 4x4ing for some fun! You would never tow with a Raptor! With a XLT or Wildtrack while very nice with tech pack and all, you still need to upgrade suspension and tyres where FX4 is good to go! Plus having all those switches for extras is mint! No to the sticker pack! Just remember mate its a UTE targeted for mainly blokes, tradies and 4x4 touring. A shoulder check in a ute with good visability wont kill you and if the cup holder isn't made for your baby latte then be a big boy and order a large!

@chrisbucello3688 3 жыл бұрын

Lol this is great

@troyus111 3 жыл бұрын

Listen Ive just bought one and its on its way. Reasons/thoughts; * I'm a professional who will use it as a taxi during the week. I need new car (driving 1996 bomb) but I want to get out 4WD/Hunting/Camping with the family on the weekends. This is smaller/cheaper/more usable around town than a y62 or LC200 which I see as the next step up. I am not interested in the older LCs. *Raptor towing and carrying concerns me. - I have a 250kg downball camper trailer + 200kg family + 100kg roof rack = Only just over 100 kg of stuff I can carry camping. Thats not enough for anyone right? Everyone adds a roo bar and rock sliders, canopy etc which would easily blow out a raptors payload. And its soo wide. that worried me. *Why not a wildtrax X? (was my first car to look at) Well the problem with them #1 is 18inch rims and tyres. Both need replacing for offroad stuff really. Im not talking rock crawling either. And many will add a lift straight away. * FX4MAX came with the rims and tyres done, mild lift (all covered by warranty) which isnt cheap. The 4wd mods are sorta done and its ready to go straigth away imo. Well for my modest needs. I had heard it drives better than a normal ranger (from a salesman who drove it a bit). To hear you say its drive isn't nice and the road noise sucks to hear, but I am still happy with my purchase and reasoning.

@beauthompson3045 3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree. Same reasoning predominantly as to why I've bought one!! Enjoy it, I know I will.

@whiplash756 3 жыл бұрын

I’m in the same boat also, can’t wait for it

@jasonbennettdesign 3 жыл бұрын

How did you guys justify the FX4MAX over the wildtrak, that's what I'm struggling with today. I'm ready to buy one right now, I just can't decide between FX4MAX or Wildtrack. I'll need new tyres on the Wildtrak, granted, but it comes with roller shutter and electric locking tray, and a bit of a fancier interior. I dig the switch panel, but is it worth swapping for the included tech package, illumination, LEDs and locking tub on the wildtrak? Genuine question, not making trouble, I'm legitimately trying to decide which one to go put a deposit on and it's hurting my head...

@beauthompson3045 3 жыл бұрын

@@jasonbennettdesign electric seats, seat warmers etc are not things I care much about. I use mine for touring, camping & 4wding so have put a canopy on so the roller shutter also was not something I wanted. This model has what I need, as in the upgrades I would have done to anything else I bought, e.g suspension, tires and has the ability to run the accessories I will run like winch, lights, compressor etc with the upgraded alternator. Plus maintains the payload and towing capabilities. Having now received mine I am even happier and love the set up, the 10 speed transmission gets a little lost in the lower gears but isn't a big deal in my opinion. I disagree with suspension comments in the review, but I also run rear drawers and canopy which I feel helps contribute to in my belief the nice ride.

@ChurchInAshes 3 жыл бұрын

Bad choice in my opinion. The 2022 round the corner is a V6 and looks even better.

@PK51X 3 жыл бұрын

Liking the channel and the reviews Paul. Good format and an honest no BS review of everything you test. Thanks.

@norbertfurlani320 3 жыл бұрын

Test drove this just recently and was very impressed. Drove it back to back with the Wildtrak and preferred the FX4, particularly the suspension and handling. Raptor is significantly more expensive so this is a good compromise. The 2 litre also impressed. Would definitely purchase this vehicle but am holding out for the new model which will hopefully be out by end of the year or early next (hopefully with a v6). I also recently tested Amarok 580, Hilux Rugged X and D-Max X-Terrain. Ranger was my favourite. Never been in one before. Can see why they sell so many. Kudos to Ford.

@aaronsahonta554 3 жыл бұрын

I was waiting for your review for soooo long. Thanks paul

@ariffi4668 3 жыл бұрын

“Cup holder for your dare iced coffee” “Big ol’ ford across the grill just incase people forget what you are driving” Lmao! Absolutely outstanding review Paul

@thetattedpharmacist3215 3 жыл бұрын

Liking the new style of listing the tech during the safety talk!

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like it! And thanks for the feedback!

@johnnyhopkins2059 3 жыл бұрын

Just bought one like you said its the practically having a tray at the back. For me its a multi purpose specifically those long road trip with my family. We take so much stuff when we go for holidays, and its jam pack our SUV. And now makes thing so much more better by having a ute.

@nicolaswilson5035 Жыл бұрын

I bought my 2020 XLT FX4 last year, used, for my lifestyle. Single dad who works hard and plays hard. It’s fancy enough that it looks great under city lights but it also looks great dirty. I use the bed for lots of light use, like another hand around the yard, and for my bike for after work through the week. On the weekends the kids and I are able to go anywhere and do anything thanks to the off road package. I researched other vehicles, and got this one because it suits every single one of my needs (and wants).

@skypupthepro8835 3 жыл бұрын

I have one and love it. Booked in for a duel battery system behind the back seat next week and then I will take it away for some fun.

@graemehills5759 3 жыл бұрын

The FX4 MAX suspension (2 inch) is not the same as the Raptor (2.5 inch), which is heavier and tuned more for on road, according to Fox. The FX4 MAX is targeted more for off road and so is going to be a little rougher. If you are planning to use your ute off road towing or with a canopy full of gear, and want to travel in some comfort, the FX4 MAX is a good option. BTW, a cordless charge mat is available as an optional accessory, I thought I had better point that out as you told people that it doesn't have one. Cons: Manual seat adjustment, no vents in the back seat, no reach adjustment on the steering wheel, and a small paper cup of coffee doesn't fit nicely in the cup holder. I think I could live with that - given it comes with 31.6 in off road tyres, great suspension, 157kw, & 500nm. Decent off road credentials. Don't get hung up about the decal package - it's a $700 package that you don't have to get.

@youngie73 3 жыл бұрын

An absolutely awesome review as per usual, Paul. Hard to justify the coin. Like a few others have said, my money would be a on a 2nd hand raptor if the budget couldn’t be stretched for a new one.

@brentj_ 3 жыл бұрын

Thankyou Paul for reviewing this one 👌

@TheSonicBoom84 3 жыл бұрын

I’m not a tradie but I love the convenience of my Ranger as I can just throw stuff in the tray and go, makes it real easy when camping etc :)

@aubreymonare3109 2 жыл бұрын

Your review is so niiice, was looking something that can cater for lil bit luxury but mean at the same time... Im sold

@stendecstretcher4983 3 жыл бұрын

Great review thanks Paul.

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@edwardgattek8943 3 жыл бұрын

yes finally been waiting for this !!!!

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

😄

@sm-r8997 3 жыл бұрын

Good review, love the way you can mention good & bad sides, and not just shill for the car maker. Not a fan of the grey or the sticker pack on this car, new Navara looks a lot better in their grey. I'm wanting to get a new ute this year, and your reviews are helping me to make a decision!

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! I'll always tell it like it is.

@simonadventum 3 жыл бұрын

With a UTE you can travel with the family and still hit the dirt roads, around the city you can carry a lot of things around. I love my UTE, I go fishing on the weekends and still move the kids around on the weekdays. It's the perfect all-around vehicle

@elizabethroe745 2 жыл бұрын

As a teacher, I have been really looking forward to buying one for the ease and use of moving furniture and bigger items to be delivered to my classroom and also obviously it will be very handy for personal use. Having the independence of being able to move my own furniture is something that really appeals to me. Eventually one day, it seems that it will be a good family car as well.

@marcusj4467 3 жыл бұрын

Paul I think this was your best review, sure seems they’ve gone thin on delivery. More than a few Raptors with shiny tyres seem to just roam Sydney streets and beach car parks, maybe this will at least see some work duty.

@FrndsCallMeDaz 3 жыл бұрын

i have a double-cab Wildtrak, and i bought it because i like the "Go anywhere" aspect of a big bakkie, it has "family car" features, and because i live in South Africa, dodging potholes are not as scary as it was when i drove a Focus. i also bought it because i like the idea of being able to load whatever i want when i want

@mnisselle 3 жыл бұрын

I’m currently driving the 2020 XLT. Prior to that I had the 2017 XLT. Both have been great vehicles for me. I tow for work (between 1500kg-2500kg depending on the day) and camp on weekends. I also have an 80 series that’s mostly for fun (both the wife and daughter aren’t fans of the 80 for a number of reasons) and it doubles as a back up work vehicle when needed. I saw the FX4 MAX and thought it might hit the mark for work, play and family. I didn’t realise it only came in the bi-turbo 4 cylinder, so I’ll rule it out on that alone (4 cylinders working harder and revving higher kind of negates the fuel savings of a smaller engine and not sure yet what that means for lifespan of the engine), but your comments on the compromised ride are also good to know. I’m a fan of the mid-sized 4WD for the versatility of work/play/family, but they’re not my ‘forever car’, that would be a 79 series Landcruiser. So while there remains a price difference of $30k or so between a cruiser and a ranger (etc.), I’ll be staying with the mid size.

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that! Very useful info. It'd be worth snapping up a 70 Series soon. I think if/when they stop production they'll go up in price like the Defender.

@paulh4691 3 жыл бұрын

Not a tradie and not into 4x4ing, but have been stuck on slippery boat ramps with my 8 metre 2.5ton boat and trailer, and once on grass before deciding its 4x4 time. Started with a petrol pajero but it wasn't up to the task, plus I couldn't get enough gear in the back when going away. Bought one of these - 2.5 years on and just love the dam thing as that tray has been so bloody handy. Can even carry 5 mountain bikes in the back without even removing the wheels which is bloody great 😎

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Love it - thank you!

@matthewjeffery3284 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Paul great review 👍🏼👍🏼 just wondering when to expect a review of the updated navara cheers

@davidparseth 3 жыл бұрын

I'm a tradie and these vehicles offer a good compromise between having a family car and a work wagon. I drive a 2015 ranger XL and love it. I really don't understand why the engines are getting smaller in these vehicles, My Ute's a 3.2l and get close to 1000 kms on a full tank. I'd love to see more V6s and even V8 models.

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

That makes two of us!

@dwade3202 3 жыл бұрын

Idk if its true, but a lot of people say its cuz of chinas regulations and these sell s lot there. Theres nothing on this planet anymore that somehow doesnt have something to do with the chinese...

@gavinwolfe3238 3 жыл бұрын

All to do with government fuel economy and emissions rules. Engines are going to keep getting smaller until they bring out hybrid and electric utes.

@ELCHAPODIAZ 3 жыл бұрын

@@dwade3202 c

@austrisklavins3293 3 жыл бұрын

@@dwade3202 these are popular in Europe as well and we get a lot bigger tax for bigger engines. I'm European, I drive 2017 Wildtrak with 3.2 litre, but honestly I don't want to switch to a new one, like raptor just because it has that 2 lite engine and I love how 3.2 sounds. I hope that I'll be able to wait till next gen ranger with 3 litre V6 before buying a new one.

@rotteneffekt4416 3 жыл бұрын

2016 pre facelift in France, was into estate cars before, my wife convinced me, now I'm a convert. On the limit on terms of size but overall super practical. No blind spot monitoring? This thing doesn't have any blindspots. And yeah, I'm doing office work, fun to go in the mountains on the weekends though.

@TheMorebravo 3 жыл бұрын

Bought a dual cab because they are so practical. Dog, bike and gear in the back for the weekend and you can pressure wash it out. Try pressure washing an Everest out... It's also less of a compromise, when you compare to an SUV, in regards to comfort.

@kierenroutley3755 3 жыл бұрын

Great review but really need to test load carrying vehicles with at least a 3/4 load as well as empty. Makes a huge difference and thats what they’re made for.

@davidthompson882 3 жыл бұрын

Watching in the U.K. own a 3.2 wildtrak and love it, due to upgrade my nearly 4 year old pickup but not really sold on that one mate, great review as always

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@davidthompson882 3 жыл бұрын

@@ben130i8 yeah hopefully with the power stroke diesel and a face lift mate

@hentyellis779 3 жыл бұрын

Buy the new Thunder you won’t be disappointed,I’ve had two 3.2 wildtracks and it’s the best yet

@davidthompson882 3 жыл бұрын

@@hentyellis779 thanks parked next to one and they do look great

@dylant4808 3 жыл бұрын

I died when you tried to say Bakkie 😂 tbh I like the way Australians say Ute

@nichowe7543 3 жыл бұрын

Good to see they haven't put ridiculous 18" wheels on it. 17" is a good size so you don't lose heaps of side wall. You have to except the road noise when you have all terrains though.

@stephenchisadza4975 3 жыл бұрын

I am an economist (office job) but I like the convenience of carrying stuff around, especially for my hobbies

@eru6ite 2 жыл бұрын

My dad was a lawyer and drove a Chevy dual-cab so I grew up with a "pickup truck" and I just love the look of them, particularly the Raptor. P.S. I love your work! 🍻

@andyborodin5211 3 жыл бұрын

I've got a XLT 2019 biturbo dual cab. I'm a tradesman (plasterer). My ranger is my work ute, family and holiday vehicle. I've got ladder/roof racks for carrying plasterboard (I've carried 800kgs twice no problems - shh, keep it between us). I'm very happy with this vehicle, haven't been 4wdrivimg yet though

@PrimeraShifting 3 жыл бұрын

We bought a Navara a few years ago with the thought of setting up a farm once my parents retired. Unfortunately the farm dream may not be coming true anymore so pretty much we only got our ute bec here in the Philippines, gas prices are up and since the Navara is a diesel engine, it only made sense to get a diesel-powered vehicle especially since we drive far from time to time.

@autonewstv86 3 жыл бұрын

Honestly, if you're looking for a mid-sized truck, this is the one to go with. Definitely more "get up and go" than the others I've driven. You have better visibility out of the Ranger than most of the others as well.

@NoOne56488 3 жыл бұрын

I think the amarok is better, the 4cly that ford and other manufacturers release just don't do it for me. They are highly strung and under powered for what they are powering. I also hate cars/utes that don't have reach adjust on the steering, it makes it hard to get comfy.

@inosetefuimaono1224 3 жыл бұрын

Yes I was waiting for this review

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

😄

@inosetefuimaono1224 3 жыл бұрын

@@CarExpertAus is it better to buy a Ford ranger wildtrak and just modified on it ?😁

@pip6069 3 жыл бұрын

@@inosetefuimaono1224 i wanna know this too

@grecoconduris6716 3 жыл бұрын

I see so many Rangers on chunky tyres and flares etc. I imagine this is just filling that niche, but it comes with a warranty and has been properly engineered.

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Yep that's true. If you're happy with the ride it's a good way to do it without voiding the warranty.

@sealoftheliving4998 3 жыл бұрын

This is awesome FX4 MAX. I watch the video running in mountain

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent!

@berendpilon1632 3 жыл бұрын

Great balanced & honest review. Keep 'em coming! :)

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@titanx04 3 жыл бұрын

The side steps look as though they’d get caught up rather than slide

@tomglynn8943 3 жыл бұрын

I'm a carpenter by trade but now in management and use a ute for family duties, plus camping (firewood, bikes, towing etc), and also odd bits of home maintenance. I've tried a Santa Fe and bent the chassis, and more recently a Challenger but find it's like a ute with a reeeaaallly small tray.

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Love it! Thanks for that description :-D

@gavinwolfe3238 3 жыл бұрын

Would suit me perfect. I’m a farmer and regularly tow and carry heavy loads, and go off road most days as well. Currently driving an XLT and have got bigger tyres on it but standard otherwise as it is a company vehicle so we don’t want to go modifying them and compromising warranties and legalities. Here in New Zealand we are allowed to do a 5% increase in tyre size legally so in theory the FX4 Max can run a 33” tyre compared to 32” on an XLT or Wildtrak. A bit more off road performance while still maintaining the carrying and towing capacity I need would be great, and the 2L is a step up from my current 3.2L as well.

@shannonjeffs530 3 жыл бұрын

I just ordered mine due in April. Stickers are awful did not buy. As for usage, I work a desk job, so not work related, I am building a house and I tow a 3 ton boat, so needed 3.5 ton towing, but also ability to transport tools, building supplies, etc, all while being able to transport the family around. Not had a ute for over 6 years and I miss it all the time, looking forward to getting back into one!

@williambrinton4661 3 жыл бұрын

Hello from the state’s ! New sub here and throughly enjoy your reviews !!! It’s too bad we’ll never get half of these models in the states. Cheers! Oh, and that stripe package is hideous

@BILLYBANTER69 2 жыл бұрын

I have had 3 Ranger XLT's now from the first PX in 2012 through to a 2019 and each one has been better than the last so it will be interesting to see how this FX4 Max stacks up against the last XLT as that has been great.

@b-rentareilly8204 3 жыл бұрын

Loving the reviews! I don’t own a dual cab Ute yet, but I’m currently looking for something to replace my (very long in the tooth) BA Falcon wagon. No other (newer) wagon I’ve looked at has a steel floor under the carpet. Seems an odd thing to pick at, but I tend to load my toolbox, tools, mower and other heavy things in the back. And I wouldn’t mind being able to take a couple of back tracks and go camping ect. So yeah a dual cab seems to be the pick.

@markinterone 3 жыл бұрын

New subs here ! Great review 👏

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and subscribing!

@jili7380 3 жыл бұрын

Great review! Will you review the focus active?

@michaelwatts6122 3 жыл бұрын

This is a great match for the majority of new caravans I see. Which all have off-road suspension, all terrain tyres and increased body protection. Be interested to have your thoughts on the suspension with some sort of load in tray and/or towing. Also how does it compare to its competitors you mentioned not just the raptor.

@hedydd2 3 жыл бұрын

Farmer. Tow 3.5 tons regularly as well as carrying bales and 600kg tote bags plus one ton pallets of 25kg bags. Only very occasionally carry passengers in the rear seats but it is usually full of expensive tools, jump start cables, a small welder and so on, some of which needs removing when a passenger sits in there. The cubby holes are filled with animal medicines and the glovebox with herd management sheets from a computer at the office. This spec seems ideal for my use. I've tried the current Ranger in lesser trim and more road tyres and they are not noisy. I think maybe I'd stick with the Limited or Wildtrak models but certainly with the twin turbo diesel and ten speed box.

@IamSomeDude22 2 жыл бұрын

For the raptor lovers, you can't pull a standard camper trailer once you add 5 people, camping gear and water in your trailer (2,500kg is a tough ask - You can't extend yourself if you need to with a boat carrier etc.. This is why the car exists Paul. The wildtrak does handle the requirement but ideally most people would fit bigger tyres and a lift kit so you're right back to the FX4 MAX. For campers pulling trailers, this is your vehicle.

@i4u4 3 жыл бұрын

Nice Review Bro good job..

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks moit!

@i4u4 3 жыл бұрын

@@CarExpertAus Welcome bro my pleasure....

@AfrikanTaO 3 жыл бұрын

Paul said Bakkie.. thanks bro

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@kentaylor2950 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome review! I am confused with the Ranger it's variants. I had thought the FX4 was an XL or XLS with the Raptor suspension, but looks like I was wrong. Not sure who would buy this when the XLT seems to be a better buy. Maybe people who want the extra clearance and better offroad suspension. Seriously looking at getting a Ranger later this year, glad I can cross the FX4 option off and consider the XLT. But I'm waiting for those Triton reviews!

@darzb480 2 жыл бұрын

Not after the bi turbo at all. But want the ranger 3.2 5 cyl for towing a van. Or next years v6. I think the little bi turbo would be a time bomb towing a large van off road. But then again... lease company's problem. Fuel tank size will be an issue... But after market tank Available. I'm Use to a 150 litre Prados range. Great videos, like your delivery. Easy to listen to. Most Aussie car videos start with some galah going, "owsitgarnmate". Your show is refreshing!

@alvin_adiwira 3 жыл бұрын

750 dollars for a sticker pack? It better comes with extra 20 horsepower!

@billmancer8142 3 жыл бұрын

Great review mate- I was keen before but not now- I would rather buy a used raptor to haul my dirt bike and explore.

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

That's the thing - if you're not towing 2500+kg or lugging 900kg in the tray, the Raptor is the better choice - or just to stick with a Wildtrak.

@billmancer8142 3 жыл бұрын

@@CarExpertAus Yes- and towing over 2.5 tonne with a ute isn't a lot of fun anyway.

@michaelwatts6122 3 жыл бұрын

@@CarExpertAus how does the fox suspension perform while towing or with some load?

@anthonyhawken6566 3 жыл бұрын

I can appreciate the attempt that Ford has made to do a mix of XLT and RAPTOR. I would like to drive one myself to see if it worked out not.

@jimanastasiou1061 3 жыл бұрын

Good job as always.. Starting to feel that the ranger is a bit aged now..Waiting for the new generation this year..When do you believe that the new raptor will come out?

@smule27 3 жыл бұрын

Great review, can you do a comparison with new Isuzu dmax Paul

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

We are working on our comparison format at the moment :_)

@mikeykeyes 3 жыл бұрын

I bought my Triton as it was the cheapest with the most tech but the reason I looked for a dual cab was- occasional haulage for the farm as well as daily driver. In hind thought I would have bought a medium all wheel drive ( as roads here get very slippery and my drive way needs a 4wd to get in and out in the wet) and a second hand ute for farm work.

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that feedback!

@colincameron6263 3 жыл бұрын

Great review again. i am pleased i did not wait for this and got a wildtrak after your opinions. Only gripe i have with the review is that you compared it mostly with Raptor and we all know how good that is. It would have been nice to compare it with other brands that do an off road version to see how it compares to direct rivals.

@IamSomeDude22 2 жыл бұрын

I don't know Colin, I have the PX3 Wildtrak and I'm selling it for one of these. The wildtrak's features don't justify themselves, who auto parks a ute seriously! The standard lift kit and big tyres, grill, this think looks heaps better! The Raptor can't tow anything bigger then a carrot so that's off the cards also! MAX for me this time round!

@tonywall878 2 жыл бұрын

i Bought a XLT in 2020 i am a tradie and like to escape on the weekends, and travel to Queensland a couple of times a year to see family and like to carry a fair bit of kit for living and camping.

@2004lesk01 3 жыл бұрын

this is nice!

@Karlos305 3 жыл бұрын

Brought the Ranger for Dad jobs. Day after I picked it up I put a tub load of soil in it for the backyard. Next day picked up a tray of plants. The week after I picked up 2 couches. Next week I'm filling the back up with sand. I've had it 3 weeks

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

You've been busy! Let me know when you run out of things to do - I've got some jobs for you! 😅

@chappo4845 3 жыл бұрын

Same Karl. Not a Ranger but a similar ute. It is like a Wagon based Taxi. Don’t always need it but it’s there when you do. So, a ute doesn’t drive like a car. I no longer notice. It’s a treat when I drive the family sedan, otherwise I’m so used to the ride and different driving style it feels normal. Rides better than my XB GS that I had moons ago anyway, and cheaper too. Plus, no one wants to steal it.

@holidaymail 3 жыл бұрын

The prices of utes are getting absolutely bonkers

@andrew9465 3 жыл бұрын

Really...?

@holidaymail 3 жыл бұрын

@@andrew9465 would I have said it if I didn’t think that? Yes really!

@kylosolo6128 3 жыл бұрын

Only in Australia I think, I was comparing prices of these utes in some Asian countries and found that in some cases, the most expensive ute model is even cheaper than a base camry, which blows my mind how expensive these utes are here

@andrew9465 3 жыл бұрын

@@holidaymail I think they are great value, I'd easy pay another $30-40k for some more luxury and a better engine. Don't want the size of a RAM, F150, Tundra etc.

@cyclemoto8744 3 жыл бұрын

@@kylosolo6128 i doubt the specifications are the same

@DiHandley 3 жыл бұрын

Another excellent review Paul. Question. When you talk ground clearance, where is it taken from? The bottom of the diff? Exhaust? Cheers.

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! And good question. It depends on the manufacturer, but generally it's the lowest central point on the car.

@brysonvollenhoven2852 3 жыл бұрын

The mentioned ground clearance is actually the ride height in this instance

@RobertJohnson-dm9br 3 жыл бұрын

With the FX4 Max having a factory lift, shouldn’t the water depth be higher?

@arcangeldelagurda 2 жыл бұрын

lovee fx4

@sonjake21 3 жыл бұрын

A review on the Wildtrak 2.0 BiTurbo would be nice.

@samcrammy3416 3 жыл бұрын

Can you guys please do a review of the ranger wildtrak with the 3.2 like you did with the hilux rogue 👌🏼

@gregjacques3159 3 жыл бұрын

I by utes because of the room to put things in. I used to go to Busselton with the family and I used to take my families gear and the sister inlaws gear in the Ford Courier dual cab with a canopy. When I changed to a GQ Patrol Wagon, I could'nt take all the gear I used to and definatley could'nt take any of the sister inlaws gear. I thought the GQ would have just as much room but NOooo. I like utes because of the ability to carry larger Items such as furniture or timber. I'm not a tradie and don't use it for work, I just find it more useful and practical for weekend activities be it carring picnic gear, trip to garden centre, trip to Ikea or going to the tip. I also don't have to worry about being clobber by gear if I stop suddenly. Another benifit of a ute is if you have dirty gear such as snatch strap or garden products you aren't worried about getting the interior of the car dirty. Hope that helps Paul.

@peterjosepharibal8713 3 жыл бұрын

liking the designs exept for stickers but overall like it

@dinter4321 3 жыл бұрын

Paul if you were wanting a Ranger ute would you recommend getting one now and enjoy it for 1-2 years or wait for the new 2022/3 shape?

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Tough call! Looks like the new Raptor will get a turbo V6 (www.carexpert.com.au/car-news/2023-ford-ranger-raptor-launching-with-petrol-v6-likely-for-australia) - I think that thing will be a weapon. Timing still TBC, though.

@maxxfx4767 3 жыл бұрын

Was looking at either a Wildtrack or Raptor to tow a 2.5t Caravan, travelling Australia, with some off-road stuff in between, such as the Cape, Fraser, Simpson etc... now that the FX4 Max is coming out, we will probably look at that. Seems to combine the towing ability, with off-road credentials. Thoughts?

@Kaal_Bhairava1 3 жыл бұрын

I am not a Tradie, I like the ute for utility , looks and camping. Ute is a versatile vehicle that has tough looks.

@ejthenx476 3 жыл бұрын

I do like the cahh you reviewed

@gracianoantonio4416 3 жыл бұрын

Great car, but still waiting for the Triton Gls Premium . Would be awesome next after this review

@simoncouch1523 3 жыл бұрын

Another wicked review, reckon better off getting the wildtrack or the raptor this appears to be stuck in no mans land

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@RD11RT 3 жыл бұрын

You legend Paul, thanks for bringing out this review. Very interesting comments as many cannot speak highly enough of fox suspension on the ranger! I wonder what they’ve done to miss the mark?! I really want to buy the ranger and wanted to hear an honest opinion on the FX4 max as a good indicator of whether a good set of shocks would improve the factory leaf spring ride, particularly fox... sounds like in this case it has not. Is it even possible with leafs? Do those who say it rides so well ever driven a raptor perhaps? Disappointing.

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

We have a Raptor in this week and I'll be doing another drive over the same roads, but it just didn't feel right when paired with the leaf springs. We get a mix of gravel, corrugations and undulations on our road to the four-wheel drive testing area and it had little body control. When you think about it - they wouldn't have compromised the Raptor's load hauling ability with the coil/Fox setup if they could easily just fit it to a vehicle with leaf springs. This feels like a vehicle created to appease a group that may not actually exist.

@RD11RT 3 жыл бұрын

@@CarExpertAus thanks Paul. Are you doing another review on the raptor? I think you’re right within the video, seems they just threw on the shocks and hoped for the best. There is a limited number anyway so it’s not like they have to push the sales on this one right?

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

@@RD11RT We won't have time to squeeze a review of the Raptor in unfortunately, but I've just had another drive of one and it's worlds apart from the FX4 Max. At this stage the FX4 Max won't be a capped production run.

@drivingparadox 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. Don't like the decals. We do the log climb and rock downhill in 4L whereas you were in 4H so suggest it wouldn't have runaway like it did. On road, when you kicked it down, sounds like a CVT...anemic engine noise :) . Still think the lower dash were the stero and climate controls are situated, the black square panel looks like its lifted from the AU Falcon. Would like a Ranger but need the price to settle down more.

@codeRedd78 3 жыл бұрын

Did you do a review on the ranger raptor ? I’m trying to find it but can’t seem too!!

@user-gf3jf8sz1i 3 жыл бұрын

Cool car

@dylanslaney 3 жыл бұрын

well...i guess it will be easier to identify which model ranger is tailgating me on the freeway now :P

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

😅

@BreathingAir 3 жыл бұрын

Request for future reviews: Any chance if you can include the engine noise filmed from the outside for ignition and take off?

@yashmihirjugessur2747 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Paul! Which ute do you think is the best?

@luisandresguevararamirez2905 3 жыл бұрын

Those aux switches on the dashboard are the same as in the USA Ford Ranges with the Tremor package

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, you're right!

@deaningram683 3 жыл бұрын

The stickers are definitely crap, the old FX4 ones are better. Interesting review though. The suspension is an upgrade from a normal coil / leaf Ranger and it has the same brand of shocks, not the same shocks as the Raptor so I don’t understand the constant comparison. Comparison to a Wikdtrack or XLT would make sense. I’m looking forward to driving one to see for myself but the comments I’ve read from people who have got them already all say it’s better than a normal Ranger. Also, they’re selling before they’re built and the delivery wait is now apparently until June so these people it was built for that don’t exist seem to be buying lots of them

@jerichojuray3910 3 жыл бұрын

Please review the Ford Ranger Wildtrak X and Everest Titanium 4x4.

@NPWitana 2 жыл бұрын

Curious. In the fx4 video you said it was cramped in the back. And now in the fx4 max you say it has a decent amount of room and you were comfortable. Was it just a different day and how you felt ? Or is there slight difference in the back seat space ?

@CarExpertAus 2 жыл бұрын

Hmm. That’s really strange. Just watched those two back to back. Maybe the seat has changed slightly. I didn’t have any toe or knee room in the FX4, but did in the FX4 Max.

@johnnumbat9782 3 жыл бұрын

Yes Paul - those vinyl stickers reminds me of walking into a Hungarian gift shop ewe!, but no disrespect of your Balkan roots - this model was obviously conceived during a morning tea coffee break - they’ve tried to grab a segment of drivers that don’t exist - I do like the rear tray cup holders 👍🏻 but under the bonnet I would not want to the service/repair costs of not one but two turbos - no surprise on fuel as a small four cylinder pulling around a large ute is going to work harder than a 3 litre four cylinder - I’m a Hilux driver but if I was to spend such a large amount of currency it would have to be the larger-engined Raptor - dangerous idea to have +- button to distract you from the road ahead and no blind spot monitoring? - cheap and nasty for the price - good to see the river isn’t flooded now - John in SA

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

😅😅

@mikeykeyes 3 жыл бұрын

BF Goorich KO2 many have described as dangerous on road especially in wet. So unless you take care and drive 80% off road and 20% on road might stick to AT3W Wildpeak (Falken) which are brilliant on road and off.

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

They are definitely sketchy in the wet! Although fun: instagram.com/p/BpCACfUD5vd/

@marcsacco2538 3 жыл бұрын

Your a muppet there are 2 types of ko2 from BFG one is good in the wet and the other not so much and Mickey Thompson’s are they way to go

@kingkire1556 3 жыл бұрын

@@marcsacco2538 What are the two types of KO2?

@cyclemoto8744 3 жыл бұрын

@@marcsacco2538 Me think not. The only 2 versions are...the current model and the previous model: KO1 & KO2 which in fact aren't versions, those are series.

@gavinwolfe3238 3 жыл бұрын

So weird Ford keep using BFG tyres when most reviews of the Raptor mention how bad the tyres are.

@ApektadongAbusado1 3 жыл бұрын

I reckon the lack of blind spot monitoring is to cater for extended side mirrors for towing, which it seems this was targeted for.

@aubreymonare3109 2 жыл бұрын

One thing for sure, im gtting this baby

@LRCBRUWER 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Paul, thanks for this channel. Just thought I'd help you with the pronunciation of the word "bakkie". You pronounced it like in "becky", but the correct pronunciation is "bucky". The bak in bakkie refers to a vehicle with a tub.

@CarExpertAus 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for that!

@wernerziemerink 3 жыл бұрын

And "bakkie" just sounds so much cooler than "ute". :)

@shauncashman260 3 жыл бұрын

Its a great car if you live outside of Melbourne or Sydney and plan on doing any sort of touring through Australia. As they are only making 1250 of them watch them hold their value too.