2.3L Engine Ranger Test Drive Experience Review & Videos

[Bronco4lyfe85]

Hey everyone went to grab color samples, of course there were none. Asked if I could drive a 2.3L Ranger and he just gave me the keys and told me to go drive it.

I’ll upload the video but a few things:

Beginning of the video I put modest gas, modest to me is like 30% maybe.

I showed get up and go from speed, you can see the lag. Lag in this setup is about 2-3 seconds. I imagine throttle controllers could help the feel of this aftermarket for $100.

Highway entrance I put maybe 60-70% throttle, it wasn’t floored and you can see once it’s spooled, it goes and goes pretty quick.

All in all not a bad drive, It feels like a 4 cylinder until the turbo kicks in. I have no issues now with picking the 2.3L, it’s got plenty of power. Hopefully this helps some people out. Sorry about the orientation, wasn’t thinking about that while I held the phone.

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[porjos]

People who test drive it, and offer real feedback > People on the forums who never drove the 2.3, bitching about it because it's not a V6

Thanks for the report!

 

[Bronco4lyfe85]

People who test drive it, and offer real feedback > People on the forums who never drove the 2.3, bitching about it because it's not a V6

Thanks for the report!

You’re welcome!

 

[Trustable]

While i was pretty much dead set on the 2.3, this really solidifies it for me. Its faster than my n/a 2.0 focus, and thats plenty for me. So i imagine flooring it in the 2 door will feel like a sports car compared to what it usually feels like. Thanks for posting!

 

[VTBronco]

Hey everyone went to grab color samples, of course there were none. Asked if I could drive a 2.3L Ranger and he just gave me the keys and told me to go drive it.

I’ll upload the video but a few things:

Beginning of the video I put modest gas, modest to me is like 30% maybe.

I showed get up and go from speed, you can see the lag. Lag in this setup is about 2-3 seconds. I imagine throttle controllers could help the feel of this aftermarket for $100.

Highway entrance I put maybe 60-70% throttle, it wasn’t floored and you can see once it’s spooled, it goes and goes pretty quick.

All in all not a bad drive, It feels like a 4 cylinder until the turbo kicks in. I have no issues now with picking the 2.3L, it’s got plenty of power. Hopefully this helps some people out. Sorry about the orientation, wasn’t thinking about that while I held the phone.

I actually test drove a Ranger today too, lariat 4x4. Lots of pep for the 2.3, really nice little truck. I was pretty impressed with the quality overall as well. The interior seemed well constructed!

Still going 2.7L though.

 

[Beach_Bum]

"Not too Bad", you said on the Highway test where you start at 15 mph and accelerate to 85 mph. I know, I've never driven faster than 80 in 17 years. I definitely would have had some pucker if I was in the cab. I was going to get the 2.7L as I'm reluctant about the DI of the 2.3L. But perhaps, I should save my money on the 2.7L. I could use the savings to buy diapers as I piss my pants with the 2.3L.

 

[bbqbronco]

My neck. Lol great clips, 2.6 it is

 

[Bronco4lyfe85]

"Not too Bad", you said on the Highway test where you start at 15 mph and accelerate to 85 mph. I know, I've never driven faster than 80 in 17 years. I definitely would have had some pucker if I was in the cab. I was going to get the 2.7L as I'm reluctant about the DI of the 2.3L. But perhaps, I should save my money on the 2.7L. I could use the savings to buy diapers as I piss my pants with the 2.3L.

Lol the highway is 75mph. I got a bit past 80 but I always drive 5 over. ? If that scared you I can do a 0-120 in my challenger for you? Hahaha. That’ll hit 120 by the end of the on-ramp!

 

[NPBronco91]

Hey everyone went to grab color samples, of course there were none. Asked if I could drive a 2.3L Ranger and he just gave me the keys and told me to go drive it.

I’ll upload the video but a few things:

Beginning of the video I put modest gas, modest to me is like 30% maybe.

I showed get up and go from speed, you can see the lag. Lag in this setup is about 2-3 seconds. I imagine throttle controllers could help the feel of this aftermarket for $100.

Highway entrance I put maybe 60-70% throttle, it wasn’t floored and you can see once it’s spooled, it goes and goes pretty quick.

All in all not a bad drive, It feels like a 4 cylinder until the turbo kicks in. I have no issues now with picking the 2.3L, it’s got plenty of power. Hopefully this helps some people out. Sorry about the orientation, wasn’t thinking about that while I held the phone

Will you be selecting the 2dr Bronco? Do you think it’ll fair well with a 4dr?

 

[Bronco4lyfe85]

I actually test drove a Ranger today too, lariat 4x4. Lots of pep for the 2.3, really nice little truck. I was pretty impressed with the quality overall as well. The interior seemed well constructed!

Still going 2.7L though.

Same, this was a lariat. It was quite nice actually, felt roomy! I like the engine and think it’ll be good for my wife for a DD.

 

[Beach_Bum]

Lol the highway is 75mph. I got a bit past 80 but I always drive 5 over. ? If that scared you I can do a 0-120 in my challenger for you? Hahaha. That’ll hit 120 by the end of the on-ramp!

Nope. I'm awaiting the reveal of the final GOAT mode - Grandpa Mode.

 

[Bronco4lyfe85]

While i was pretty much dead set on the 2.3, this really solidifies it for me. Its faster than my n/a 2.0 focus, and thats plenty for me. So i imagine flooring it in the 2 door will feel like a sports car compared to what it usually feels like. Thanks for posting!

You’re welcome! lol I imagine it’s much faster than a 2.0 focus.

 

[Bronco4lyfe85]

Will you be selecting the 2dr Bronco? Do you think it’ll fair well with a 4dr?

I am selecting a 2dr, yes. It’s hard to say, going off the guessed curb weights the 2/4dr are around 4,900lbs so they’re 4-500 more than the Ranger.

 

[NPBronco91]

I am selecting a 2dr, yes. It’s hard to say, going off the guessed curb weights the 2/4dr are around 4,900lbs so they’re 4-500 more than the Ranger.

Gotcha. That makes sense. Thanks for the information and vids!

 

[Bronco4lyfe85]

Gotcha. That makes sense. Thanks for the information and vids!

Welcome! Maybe I’ll get the 2.7 soon to compare haha. I live 2 minutes from the Ford dealership so it’s a quick trip.

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