- Joined
- Aug 7, 2007
- Messages
- 1,739
- Reaction score
- 540
- Points
- 113
- Location
- Costa Mesa, CA
- Vehicle Year
- 2002
- Make / Model
- Ford
- Engine Type
- 4.0 V6
- Engine Size
- 4.0 SOHC
- Transmission
- Manual
- 2WD / 4WD
- 4WD
- Tire Size
- 33"
I was recently on an trip through Anza Borrego Desert with 4 or 5 2019+ Rangers. This gave me an opportunity to personally see how well they perform off-road. I am interested in eventually having one.
We had quite a Range of different models from bare bones to top of the line or at least near it. All seemed to perform well but I was particularly impressed with the Tremor. It has a lot of features for improved off-road capability from the factory that is to my liking. The two features that caught my attention most were the Fox shocks with remote reservoir and basically 33" tires. This one also had the Ford tune installed by the dealer so to not void the warranty. I don't remember the other upgrades Ford put into it but it handled itself very well, with the help of the driver of course. It took a lot of rough stuff in stride without straining. I understand this one may eventually get a little bit of lift for more ground clearance.
If I was in the market for a new Ranger right now, the Tremor would be the I would go for. I am still hoping Ford will eventually put the small V6 EcoBoost in the Ranger. I think the 4 cyl EcoBoost has good power but 4 cyl engines are not as smooth as I prefer, especially at idle. I think the only changes I would make is add a leveling kit (if needed) and add air bags to the rear so it would not sag when towing or carrying a load in the bed.
I do like the new Ford Ranger.
We had quite a Range of different models from bare bones to top of the line or at least near it. All seemed to perform well but I was particularly impressed with the Tremor. It has a lot of features for improved off-road capability from the factory that is to my liking. The two features that caught my attention most were the Fox shocks with remote reservoir and basically 33" tires. This one also had the Ford tune installed by the dealer so to not void the warranty. I don't remember the other upgrades Ford put into it but it handled itself very well, with the help of the driver of course. It took a lot of rough stuff in stride without straining. I understand this one may eventually get a little bit of lift for more ground clearance.
If I was in the market for a new Ranger right now, the Tremor would be the I would go for. I am still hoping Ford will eventually put the small V6 EcoBoost in the Ranger. I think the 4 cyl EcoBoost has good power but 4 cyl engines are not as smooth as I prefer, especially at idle. I think the only changes I would make is add a leveling kit (if needed) and add air bags to the rear so it would not sag when towing or carrying a load in the bed.
I do like the new Ford Ranger.