Used 2019 Ford Ranger Lariat SuperCab Review
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Read what other owners think about the 2019 Ford Ranger Lariat SuperCab.
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VERY HAPPY!
N Gala, Bonita Springs, FL, 05/25/2019
2019 Ford Ranger Lariat 4dr SuperCab SB (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
I traded my 2017 Tacoma for the 2019 Lariat after owning a Tacoma since 2011 and I am thrilled I did. The Ranger rides more car like and is more comfortable. The Ranger 4cyl engine hands down outperforms the Tacoma 6cyl. I did not like the Tacoma transmission which I believe Toyota changed in 2016. I find the Ranger more comfortable as well. The interior is fine keeping in mind this … is a truck and not a luxury car. The climate control buttons are a little small for my fingers. The bed seems deeper than the Tacoma but the Ranger lacks storage. i miss the behind the seat storage provided in the Tacoma. I find Ranger provides more visibility when making a left turn. The windshield post and mirror created a blind spot that required me to lean forward to see where I was going. There is one annoying thing. The tailgate hits the license plate frame when open. In my case the plate frame scratched the paint which pissed me off. I drilled new holes lowered the plate to correct. Probably an engineering mistake which hopefully Ford will correct. I included this in my review to Ford. Hopefully someone reads them and with any luck some will respond. No regrets. BTW I had a number of people give me a thumbs up while driving and stopped a lights.
VERY HAPPY!
N Gala, Bonita Springs, FL, 05/25/2019
2019 Ford Ranger Lariat 4dr SuperCab SB (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
I traded my 2017 Tacoma for the 2019 Lariat after owning a Tacoma since 2011 and I am thrilled I did. The Ranger rides more car like and is more comfortable. The Ranger 4cyl engine hands down outperforms the Tacoma 6cyl. I did not like the Tacoma transmission which I believe Toyota changed in 2016. I find the Ranger more comfortable as well. The interior is fine keeping in mind this … is a truck and not a luxury car. The climate control buttons are a little small for my fingers. The bed seems deeper than the Tacoma but the Ranger lacks storage. i miss the behind the seat storage provided in the Tacoma. I find Ranger provides more visibility when making a left turn. The windshield post and mirror created a blind spot that required me to lean forward to see where I was going. There is one annoying thing. The tailgate hits the license plate frame when open. In my case the plate frame scratched the paint which pissed me off. I drilled new holes lowered the plate to correct. Probably an engineering mistake which hopefully Ford will correct. I included this in my review to Ford. Hopefully someone reads them and with any luck some will respond. No regrets. BTW I had a number of people give me a thumbs up while driving and stopped a lights.
Not so pleased...
Discouraged , Rushford, MN, 07/29/2020
2019 Ford Ranger Lariat 4dr SuperCab SB (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
I purchased my 2019 Ranger (Lariat) in June 2019. In the past year, I have put on 20,000 miles and just took it in for the second oil change. Earlier this year, I had experienced an unexpected issue. All of the sudden, the motor started chugging, like it was starving for fuel, all kinds of warning lights were flashing on my dash, and none of them had anything to do with the motor. It was … the AdvanceTrax, Pre-collision assist, brakes and I don’t even remember what else. I pulled over and shut it off to let the computer reset. After starting it several times, it seemed to fix itself, but I contacted the dealership and they investigated. The found the problem to be the throttle body and replaced. This oil change, I requested that they clean out the throttle body to prevent it from getting gummed up and needing replacement again. When I picked up the truck, I had the same issue as earlier this year with in 10 miles of the dealership. They’ve not had my truck for a week, and have not found the root cause. I’m starting to think I got a lemon.
Could have been a great truck
Robert W, Houston, TX, 01/02/2019
2019 Ford Ranger Lariat 4dr SuperCab SB (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
It's a shame too. Ford could have hit a home run. I had no problem with the 2.3. It performed fine, and looks great. The issue is the interior. I test drove the Ranger Lariat expecting it to be as loaded as well, a Lariat. Nope. Only 4 way power seats (no recline), a tiny armrest (not comfortable for most men) and no sunroof available. May seem picky but at $40K for a small truck, I … don't think so. Something just "cheap" and low budget feeling about it.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2019 Ford Ranger Lariat SuperCab
What’s new
- The 2019 Ford Ranger is all-new
- Part of the fourth Ranger generation introduced for 2019
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Powerful turbocharged engine
- Pro:Many available modern safety features
- Pro:Long list of available options
- Con:Soft ride translates to a queasy ride over undulating pavement
- Con:Limited in-cabin storage
- Con:Off-road abilities aren't as impressive as rivals
Which Ranger does Edmunds recommend?
For most buyers, we believe the midlevel Ranger XLT will be a solid pick. The XLT strikes the right balance between cost and features, with a good amount of standard equipment and a long list of available options such as an 8-inch touchscreen, dual-zone climate control and Ford's FX4 Off-Road package.
Full Edmunds Review: 2019 Ford Ranger SuperCab
Driving
7.0The Ranger has one main trick: a stout 2.3-liter turbo engine. Beyond that, the Ranger fails to impress. The 10-speed automatic is great in other Fords, but here it's typically unresponsive. Handling, steering and braking all suffer from varying degrees of unengaging blandness.
Comfort
6.5Aspects of the Ranger's ride may be a deal-breaker for some truck shoppers. The seats are comfortable, and the cabin is generally quiet. But that doesn't matter if the cabin bobs around to the point where passengers start to feel queasy.
Interior
7.0The Ranger is reasonably accommodating. The front seat is roomy and easy to get in and out of, but the same isn't true of the crew cab's rear bench. Likewise, visibility out the front is good, but the view out the rear is another story. Our biggest complaint involves the interior switchgear.
Utility
6.0The Ranger posts a high towing number. Payload ratings are also good, but that figure trails three competitors when you look at the crew-cab 4WD model everyone wants. More importantly, the Ranger gets dragged down by everyday issues such as so-so storage and a one-piece back seat that doesn't provide many in-cab storage options.
Technology
8.0We like most of what the Ranger has to offer, especially if you buy an XLT or higher. Those come with a Sync 3 touchscreen system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and a broad suite of driver safety and convenience aids. But the touchscreen could stand a few shortcut buttons, and folks without a smartphone and reliable data service will need to spend $795 on the Technology package to get built-in navigation.
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Edmunds Insurance Estimator
The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2019 Ford Ranger in Ohio is:
$58.83 per month*Legal