Verdict
The Ford Ranger costs RM115,888 against the Mazda BT-50’s RM140,418, leaving a RM24,530 gap that matters before running costs: its annual road tax is also RM438, versus RM1,638. The Ranger is 90 mm longer and rides on a 145 mm longer wheelbase, but its 2.0-litre diesel makes 168 hp and 405 Nm through a six-speed manual. The BT-50’s 3.0-litre, 188 hp/450 Nm diesel and six-speed automatic are backed by adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring. For a Malaysian buyer, the Ford is the cheaper workhorse; the Mazda earns its extra spend with performance, transmission and safety kit.
Pick the Ford Ranger if RM24,530 lower purchase cost, RM1,200 lower annual road tax and a 160,000-km warranty matter more than an automatic gearbox and driver-assistance systems.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 if you want 188 hp, 450 Nm, a six-speed automatic and adaptive cruise control despite the higher purchase and road-tax costs.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger RM115,888; Mazda BT-50 RM140,418.
- Annual road tax: Ford Ranger RM438; Mazda BT-50 RM1,638.
- Engine output: Ford Ranger 168 hp and 405 Nm; Mazda BT-50 188 hp and 450 Nm.
- Transmission: Ford Ranger six-speed manual; Mazda BT-50 six-speed conventional automatic.
- Length and wheelbase: Ford Ranger 5,370 mm and 3,270 mm; Mazda BT-50 5,280 mm and 3,125 mm.
- Warranty mileage: Ford Ranger 160,000 km; Mazda BT-50 100,000 km.
Ranger
- RM24,530 lower purchase price
- RM438 annual road tax
- Five-year, 160,000-km warranty
- Six-speed manual versus the BT-50's six-speed automatic
- 168 hp and 405 Nm versus 188 hp and 450 Nm
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or adaptive cruise control
BT-50
- 188 hp and 450 Nm 3.0-litre diesel
- Six-speed automatic with Tiptronic
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control
- RM24,530 higher purchase price
- RM1,638 annual road tax versus RM438
- Five-year warranty is limited to 100,000 km versus 160,000 km
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,888✓ | RM140,418 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM1,638 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp | 188 hp✓ |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 450 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 16.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | 6AT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,370 mm | 5,280 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | 2,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 76 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full-size Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | Dunlop AT25 Grandtrek |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | — | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Ranger & BT-50 for sale
Ranger vs BT-50 FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger or Mazda BT-50 better?
The BT-50 is better equipped for daily driving, with an automatic, 20 hp and 45 Nm more, plus autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control. The Ranger is the better cost-led choice, with lower road tax and a longer mileage warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda BT-50 costs RM24,530 more than the Ford Ranger. Its annual road tax is also RM1,200 higher.
Which has the better safety equipment?
The Mazda BT-50 has the stronger safety specification: it adds a driver’s knee airbag, Smart City Brake Support, collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control and parking sensors with a reverse camera. Both have six airbags, ABS/EBD and stability control.
