>>1493622>fuel economy isn't a concern>powerful V8/V6 twin-turbo engines>can carry tons of stuff in the back so it's great for families that haul things around>most come with 4x4 capabilities, and when coupled with the spacious 4-door cabins for passengers and bed for items, makes them excellent desert camping vehicles>reliable engineering, long warranties, built to last for a long time, can tank through terrible weather and environments, and affordable parts and maintenancemakes a lot of sense, but it's a shame that there are no medium-sized trucks besides the Hilux and the African-built diesel-only Ford Ranger.
I mean seriously, we had Australian-built Ford Rangers that can be fully loaded with petrol engines a couple of years ago, I always lament on how I should've bought that instead of the Explorer despite it being a very trustworthy car.