2019 ford ranger review....

[steve tym]

I currently drive a Chevy Colorado ZR2, it's about the same size as my brothers '87 full size Chevy. Trucks have gotten so big.

 

[ArlyA]

In case anyone needs to know its specs
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Key Features and Specs of the Super Duty Ranger

• Engine: 3.0-liter turbodiesel V6.
• Transmission: 10-speed automatic.
  
  
• Towing Capacity: 9,920 pounds.
• Gross Combined Mass (GCM): 17,636 pounds.
• Reinforced Chassis: The chassis has been reinforced to support the increased towing and payload capabilities.
• Onboard Scales: The truck features onboard scales to help drivers monitor the load in the bed.
• Locking Differentials: It comes equipped with front and rear locking differentials for enhanced off-road capability.
• Other Features: The truck also includes a manual DPF regeneration switch, smart hitch system, and a 130-liter fuel tank.

 

[FullMetalBucket]

I currently drive a Chevy Colorado ZR2, it's about the same size as my brothers '87 full size Chevy. Trucks have gotten so big.

I bought a 24 Colorado Z71 .. had to wait a while to get it. I wanted to look at the ranger as well but they were not to be found at all in my area at the time.

I didn’t want a full size but wanted decent towing. Mine will do 7700 which is plenty for my 14’ 7k trailer @2040lbs and T25 with FEL and filled tires (over 3k) with some room to spare.

As far as the beds go it has a 5’2” bed and that’s all they offer now for what ever reason. Probably cost and demand. I’ve still gone to the lumber yard and picked loads of plywood, and other 8 foot lumber. The tailgate gives you almost another 18” when it’s down. Sure it sticks out a little but still supported enough. I guess they figure most people don’t actually use their trucks for work which is true.

 

[ArlyA]

I bought a 24 Colorado Z71 .. had to wait a while to get it. I wanted to look at the ranger as well but they were not to be found at all in my area at the time.

I didn’t want a full size but wanted decent towing. Mine will do 7700 which is plenty for my 14’ 7k trailer @2040lbs and T25 with FEL and filled tires (over 3k) with some room to spare.

As far as the beds go it has a 5’2” bed and that’s all they offer now for what ever reason. Probably cost and demand. I’ve still gone to the lumber yard and picked loads of plywood, and other 8 foot lumber. The tailgate gives you almost another 18” when it’s down. Sure it sticks out a little but still supported enough. I guess they figure most people don’t actually use their trucks for work which is true.

We got a 6ft box with our 2019 Ranger and have filled it many times while traveling to camp or doing trail work.. I now wonder what the super duty will come with?

 

[Mtsoxfan]

I have a 2019 Ranger, and when the OEM tires wore down, I bought some brand new take offs for another Ranger, new tread, same Magnetic rims as I have, for $500. Put snows on the others and no more swapping tires/rims. Wish I bought the crew cab, but wife thought we were better off with super crew 4 door. That extra bed space would've been nice.

 

[ruffdog]

"When’s it coming to the U.S.? Again, most likely never. The 2026 Ford Ranger Super Duty is going to markets where the Ford F-150 isn’t being offered or isn’t in realistic demand for work truck duty. The U.S. already has the entire F-series lineup, including heavy-duty work truck variants. Are the capabilities that the Ranger Super Duty have are well within what the F-150 is capable of? Of course, there is obvious overlap in most aspects save for size; and while bigger's always better in America, that usually isn't the case elsewhere."

https://www.motortrend.com/news/2026-ford-ranger-super-duty-first-look-review/

 

[ArlyA]

I have a 2019 Ranger, and when the OEM tires wore down, I bought some brand new take offs for another Ranger, new tread, same Magnetic rims as I have, for $500. Put snows on the others and no more swapping tires/rims. Wish I bought the crew cab, but wife thought we were better off with super crew 4 door. That extra bed space would've been nice.

For all our auto's, we buy a set of cheap steel rims and put snows on them. Makes life easier.

 

[Mtsoxfan]

For all our auto's, we buy a set of cheap steel rims and put snows on them. Makes life easier. View attachment 3277997

I was just pointing out that there are deals to be had with OEM rims and tires. The tires alone would have cost me more than $500. I almost went the steelie route, but they cost some $$ too...
I had bought some Outer Banks Bronco tires for about the same price, but after driving with them, they took away some power, and rode worse. they were some heavy tires, 18" vs 17" and 33" tall vs. 31" Sold them for what I paid.

 

[ArlyA]

I was just pointing out that there are deals to be had with OEM rims and tires. The tires alone would have cost me more than $500. I almost went the steelie route, but they cost some $$ too...
I had bought some Outer Banks Bronco tires for about the same price, but after driving with them, they took away some power, and rode worse. they were some heavy tires, 18" vs 17" and 33" tall vs. 31" Sold them for what I paid.

I can't recall what we paid for those rims back in 19, but seems it was $100 or less. I stick with the OEM size the truck came with.

 

[FullMetalBucket]

If you’re going to run snows in the winter, a second set of rims is the way to go for sure. No constant unmounting, breaking beads, and re-balancing. Lower risk damaging the fancy OEM rims. I’ve done this with previous vehicles.

 

[ArlyA]

If someone sees any Ford Ranger Super Duty news please post it.

 

[Oaktree]

For all our auto's, we buy a set of cheap steel rims and put snows on them. Makes life easier.

I wanted to do the same when I bought my Colorado, couldn't find any aftermarket rims that were under $250 or so each. All were "fancy" rims, no basic steelies. Even junkyard rims weren't much cheaper.

 

[ArlyA]

I wanted to do the same when I bought my Colorado, couldn't find any aftermarket rims that were under $250 or so each. All were "fancy" rims, no basic steelies. Even junkyard rims weren't much cheaper.

I'm not confident of this but I think the rims we got, came with ranger's that there lowest price model they offered then. I quit using used ones that come from junk yards after having grief with them.

 

[big bubba]

In case anyone needs to know its specs
-------------------------------------------------
Key Features and Specs of the Super Duty Ranger

• Engine: 3.0-liter turbodiesel V6.
• Transmission: 10-speed automatic.
  
  
• Towing Capacity: 9,920 pounds.
• Gross Combined Mass (GCM): 17,636 pounds.
• Reinforced Chassis: The chassis has been reinforced to support the increased towing and payload capabilities.
• Onboard Scales: The truck features onboard scales to help drivers monitor the load in the bed.
• Locking Differentials: It comes equipped with front and rear locking differentials for enhanced off-road capability.
• Other Features: The truck also includes a manual DPF regeneration switch, smart hitch system, and a 130-liter fuel tank.

might include the bed length as well, i haven't read all the posts. bed length would be one of my top priorities, regards

 

[ArlyA]

My driver side seat belt wasn't retracting very well anymore, replacement was $700.... Lots is new rangers at our dealers lot now..

 

[dstig1]

Yeah but all crew cabs... booo

 

[ArlyA]

Ranger parked next to COOL rock yesterday. Looking at properties yesterday we drove through old snow. Snow wheels are staying on for now.

 

[RalphVa]

Had a 1994 Ranger 4 cylinder: worst pickup we've owned. Dodge Rampage and 1997 Tacoma were the best. The present 2005 Tacoma is okay, but neither of us like to drive it. The Ranger seemed to have all 4 wheels bolted to the frame, like no suspension. Fuel mileage on highway was worse than driving to work, etc., only 23 mpg. Highest price 1st tuneup ever: 8 spark plugs, 2 broke off, and position indicator had to be replaced. Could fit less stuff behind the seats than on the Rampage.

 

[ArlyA]

Had a 1994 Ranger 4 cylinder: worst pickup we've owned. Dodge Rampage and 1997 Tacoma were the best. The present 2005 Tacoma is okay, but neither of us like to drive it. The Ranger seemed to have all 4 wheels bolted to the frame, like no suspension. Fuel mileage on highway was worse than driving to work, etc., only 23 mpg. Highest price 1st tuneup ever: 8 spark plugs, 2 broke off, and position indicator had to be replaced. Could fit less stuff behind the seats than on the Rampage.

1994 has no application to the modern series of Rangers..

 

[ArlyA]

Still need snow tires here.