This truck will take you anywhere and even through any kind of mud or water. It's very dependable and I would drive this truck anywhere. It's roomy to be a smaller truck and is very appealing and stylish to the eye.

Performance- Acceleration's alright, could be better but nothing a few aftermarket kits couldn't fix. Braking is great, even on slippery roads or in snow. Handling is very responsive, esp. for a truck. Build Quality- I've only replaced the 3rd door handle, which cracked because it's made of plastic and the truck is 8 years old. A $30 part. Solid otherwise. No squeaks or rattles, be prepared for some road noise with the bigger off road tires, however. Appearance- Interior is very rugged and durable. Cloth and vinyl. Replaced the cassette deck with a CD player and it's perfect now. Center console set up is extremely useful. Exterior is great. Models range from off road style package to an extreme sport package. The LS is the happy medium, with nice looks and great functionality. Cost of Ownership- Gas mileage is fairly decent for a truck of this size. Another great reason to be able to switch between 2 & 4 wheel drive. Maintenance is minimal. Regular oil changes and a quick look over are all that's really needed. Fun Factor- Its no sports car, but this truck is fun to drive. It will get you where you need to go, no matter the weather. I'd recommend this truck to anyone. Its a great first vehicle but its also a great all around vehicle.

I have the ZR2 package on my truck and BF Goodrich all-terrain tires and would have to say this truck is pretty tuff. Have had no major problems other than a front wheel bearing, granted I do keep up on regular maintenance. It's not the best on wet pavement but on snow or mud is hard to beat, especially for the price. The motor has great torque and pretty decent power for a truck this size. Wish it was a little easier to add substantial bolt- on power but that is asking allot. The biggest downfall would have to be the seats and the turning radius, but when in snow or mud, with enough room, put your foot in it and that problem is gone (forgot to mention the handles on everything like to break). Overall one my favorite vehicles I have owned.

it has great get up and go. Great offroad cappability, is able to get through anything! has a big 4.3 vortec engine which can smoke other cars. not the best gas milage but it makes its money in hauling. But you can throw a bunch of stuff in the bed and go on a road trip. a must buy

The Performance is good off the line with the V6 Model do the fact that it is a V6 and they are built for torgue. after about 3rd gear in the manual it starts to lose its acceleration but still is not bad. the brakeing are good, and with the handleing stock is a bit sloopy but with a aftermarket sway bar they turn like most sport cars The quaility of the door panels are not the best in the world but at least there not made by ford. but the body its self is great little to no rust build up, there still is some but it is the usal places like the wheel wells and the fram but still quite managleble. The Appearance of the stepside is quite a head turner due to the fact that there are not may of them on the road so it makes them quiet unique. beside getting 25 miles to the gallon they are little to no mainenance. the fun factor is way up there because there is lots you can do to a mini truck like this so wether it be low and slow or lifted and rippen down the road they are an over all great buy!!