2024 Ford Ranger Wildtrak review - Long-term owner

Multimedia and safety technology: 5/10

Multimedia is great. Safety tech is extremely dangerous. In the MY24.5 model, there are no ways to save your settings. I have almost had two big accidents with Ford's now permanent lane assist. You can turn it off, but it just turns itself back on. It is extremely dangerous. I have written to Ford customer service and am awaiting a response.

Practicality: 7/10

Interior is perfectly fine for a small family. Rear cargo is quite small and even smaller if you have a roller shutter. If you get roof racks and rear racks, the vehicle could carry quite a bit of gear. Just with the ute, it doesn’t allow for anything long.

Driving: 5/10

Drives really nicely when all safety features are turned off. You will definitely notice when it’s on. You can be well in between your lane and it will take control of your steering. It’s dangerous.

Running costs: 6/10

Diesel fuel needs less refining yet costs more, go figure. It’s not great on suburban roads. Pretty good on the highway.

Reliability: 10/10

It’s a brand-new car with 1000km, so it’s hard to give it less than a 10.