- Joined
- Jul 4, 2021
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- Points
- 3
- Location
- Florida
- Vehicle Year
- 2021
- Make / Model
- Ford Ranger
- Engine Type
- 2.3 EcoBoost
- Transmission
- Automatic
- 2WD / 4WD
- 2WD
I have a 2021 Lariat 501A FX2 so 2WD black in color just over 500 miles. First, it is a significant upgrade in many things from my former 2011 Ranger. Technology, drivetrain, size, ground clearance, features, etc.
First some good news. The previously mentioned method to use Forscan to turn off the front signal bulb out is the same as 2019 and 2020 so they did not change that. Every bulb on my truck is now LED as it should be with no fast flash.
Next, I want to approach the transmission. I had smoother shifts in my 2011 manual even at high RPM. BUT, the shifts are notably better than when I got it delivered at 150 miles. I find that linear acceleration whether softly in town or trying to run the beans on the highway result in smooth but perceptive shifts. A weird issue is traction control that activates even at 50mph or better when you floor it in normal or sport mode. I doubt I am slipping tire with all terrain tires on dry pavement at 50mph+. The engine starts to cut power I guess thinking it is losing traction?
Other than the transmission, the engine is quite a bit peppy and I am using regular 87 unleaded. When that thing hits between 2500-4000 RPM it moves! If only the transmission would stop thinking I am losing traction!
The seats are comfortable. The lumbar is a bit aggressive even at its lowest setting though. The dead pedal on the left is quite a delight.
The steering is not the old school hydraulic but it's responsive enough.
Overall, at the 500 mile mark, I am satisfied so far. No issues needing to be brought to the dealer at this point.
First some good news. The previously mentioned method to use Forscan to turn off the front signal bulb out is the same as 2019 and 2020 so they did not change that. Every bulb on my truck is now LED as it should be with no fast flash.
Next, I want to approach the transmission. I had smoother shifts in my 2011 manual even at high RPM. BUT, the shifts are notably better than when I got it delivered at 150 miles. I find that linear acceleration whether softly in town or trying to run the beans on the highway result in smooth but perceptive shifts. A weird issue is traction control that activates even at 50mph or better when you floor it in normal or sport mode. I doubt I am slipping tire with all terrain tires on dry pavement at 50mph+. The engine starts to cut power I guess thinking it is losing traction?
Other than the transmission, the engine is quite a bit peppy and I am using regular 87 unleaded. When that thing hits between 2500-4000 RPM it moves! If only the transmission would stop thinking I am losing traction!
The seats are comfortable. The lumbar is a bit aggressive even at its lowest setting though. The dead pedal on the left is quite a delight.
The steering is not the old school hydraulic but it's responsive enough.
Overall, at the 500 mile mark, I am satisfied so far. No issues needing to be brought to the dealer at this point.