At Lawrence Hall Ford, we take pride in helping our surrounding communities find, compare, and purchase dependable vehicles that match their needs. Recently, Edmunds picked the Ford Ranger as the winner of their midsize truck battle after a year of testing alongside the Chevrolet Colorado and Toyota Tacoma. Explore our favorite highlights that helped the Ford Ranger come out on top, or contact our team to schedule a test drive in Anson!
Technology
While the Ford Ranger sports a standard 10.1-inch SYNC® 4A infotainment system that's smaller than the 11.3-inch display in the Chevrolet Colorado or an available 12.0-inch SYNC® 4A infotainment system that trails the available 14.0-inch system in the Toyota Tacoma, Edmunds preferred the Ranger for its balanced features and practical orientation. In addition, Edmunds mentioned that the 12.0-inch digital instrument cluster in Ford Ranger Lariat® models offers a bright and easy-to-navigate format. While the competition offers alternatives, staying connected and informed without distractions is necessary when you're cruising through Snyder.
Ride Quality
While many trucks have rigid suspension setups that can feel uncomfortable on the roads near Sweetwater, Edmunds thought the Ford Ranger provided a smoother ride than other midsize options. Chevrolet Colorado trucks performed the worst due to a firm ride and uncomfortable seats, with the Toyota Tacoma feeling uneasy when skipping over potholes. In comparison, the Ford Ranger received no complaints about ride quality even with the FX4 Off-Road Package, maintaining a quiet cabin at highway speeds and conquering bumps without breaking a sweat.
Interior Ergonomics
Being able to switch between carrying passengers and hauling cargo is a requirement for many truck drivers near Abilene, and the Ford Ranger was a winner when it came to interior storage space and comfort. Compared to the Toyota Tacoma, the Ford Ranger provided the best organization and most useful second-row, according to Edmunds. Plus, the Ford Ranger Ford Ranger featured the nicest selection of materials among all three trucks, with the Chevrolet Colorado offering easy-to-scratch surfaces and plastic speaker grilles that were punctured during their year-long test.
Test Drive New Ford Ranger Trucks in Anson
When you're ready to see why the Ford Ranger is a stellar choice for work and play, Lawrence Hall Ford will be here to walk you through available models and compare trims side-by-side. Contact us to plan your next visit, or start shopping our rotating selection of new Ford Ranger models online.