Todd780
OverCamper
Time will tell. I think for now, I'll try and stick with NA engines. I'd like to drive and see a new Ranger but, I don't know if I'd consider one based on the engine. I'm not 'sold' yet.
2019 Ford Ranger Taking Orders
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Highlander
The Strong, Silent Type
Ideally it would've been near perfect if Ford had offered only diesel, a baby powerstrocke, mated with the 10 speed.
But still, my attitude is postie about the new ranger.
But still, my attitude is postie about the new ranger.
Highlander
The Strong, Silent Type
Apparently the ranger now is more popular in Australian than the Hilux.
Todd780
OverCamper
Yes, I've read a couple of comparison tests that favored the Ranger over the HiLux as well. Take it for what you will. The Ridgeline beat out the Tacoma and Ranger in a comparison test I posted in another thread.
https://www.carshowroom.com.au/reviews/2018-shootout-ford-ranger-vs-toyota-hilux-vs-holden-colorado/
Ford Ranger Wildtrak v Toyota HiLux TRD comparison | CarAdvice
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nickw
Adventurer
Just as a FYI - the link you posted has the Ranger in 1st spot over the Hilux....Yes, I've read a couple of comparison tests that favored the HiLux over the Ranger as well. Take it for what you will. The Ridgeline beat out the Tacoma and Ranger in a comparison test I posted in another thread.
https://www.carshowroom.com.au/reviews/2018-shootout-ford-ranger-vs-toyota-hilux-vs-holden-colorado/
Ford Ranger Wildtrak v Toyota HiLux TRD comparison | CarAdvice
This really is the battle of the big guns – the most expensive versions of the Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux, fighting for the title of the sportiest lifestyle ute. They’re both more popular than any ...
Todd780
OverCamper
Surely does! I think I've read a couple tests that ranked the Ranger over the Hilux.
Highlander
The Strong, Silent Type
I shell say that I don’t like the Honda Ridgeline, but to be absolutely honest it’s a perfect truck for big urban dwellers who almost never leave the urban areas. This is actually the vast majority of the small truck owners. In my neighborhood, in nyc, I see quite a few Tacomas prepared for crossing arctic and Mongolia... but they never leave the parking lot. 
Apparently Ram is also bringing a small truck too. Only god knows if it’s a new Dakota with V8.
Apparently Ram is also bringing a small truck too. Only god knows if it’s a new Dakota with V8.
nickw
Adventurer
Gotcha, you said you read a couple test that favored the Hilux over the Ranger then linked the article that showed the Ranger over the Hilux, I was expecting a link supporting the Hilux
Most of the reviews I've read rank the Ranger over the Hilux to be honest.
Todd780
OverCamper
Oops! You're right. I didn't realize I did that. That was a typo I meant to say Ranger over the HiLux. Both the articles I posted ranked the Ranger over the HiLux. Ranger seems very well liked abroad.... fixed it now..Gotcha, you said you read a couple test that favored the Hilux over the Ranger then linked the article that showed the Ranger over the Hilux, I was expecting a link supporting the Hilux
Most of the reviews I've read rank the Ranger over the Hilux to be honest.
nickw
Adventurer
Thanks for sharing. High 13's seems pretty legit to me but ****** do I know. The dyno is impressive as well, torque numbers are right in line with the domestic diesel Colorado and overseas Diesels....albeit at a higher RPM, 2k give or take.
nickw
Adventurer
No worries, I was confused! Yeah, when I was in AUS/TAZ Rangers were everywhere, the locals I talked to seemed to love them. They are a bit more refined I think which is part of it, but you'd think since they have been selling there for several years, if there was an inherent reliability issue, it would have effected sales, but they seem to be holding up every bit as good as the Toyotas.
That is part of the reason why I wanted one of this gen before they re-style or "Americanize" them....who knows what the next gen will bring, could go either way...
nickw
Adventurer
I would too. They made changes for sure, beyond the obvious, engine and Trans, the rear axle is different. The US ranger uses a common axle that both the Chevy Colorado ZR2 and Jeep Rubicon use, lockable 220mm, sourced from the US distributor Dana. The interior looks to be effectively the same along with the body. Frame may be different as well, though they are both fully boxed.
The global ranger can carry significantly more than the US ranger, close to 700 lbs. Based on what I've read between the Hilux and Tacoma, folks generally think it has to do with Frame integrity. I believe the Hilux is fully boxed while the Tacoma (last gen at least) was C channel, which is a can of worms I don't want to open. I know the Ranger is fully boxed FWIW. I'm sure frame strength certainly has something to do with it, but also suspension stiffness / acceptable NVH (lets be honest, what's ok in AUS and Africa isn't going to fly here) and gov stipulations all come into play.
All of the above may be true, though I don't if we can read too much into the different tow/payload ratings for overseas Rangers and Hilux's...The methods/standards for rating a US-spec pickup's tow/payload capabilities are not the same as what's used overseas.