Verdict
At RM115,888, the Ford Ranger is the practical financial call: the RM110,412 gap to the Toyota Hilux buys a 2.0-litre diesel with 168 hp and 405 Nm, while weighing 228 kg less. The Hilux counters with a 193 hp, 473 Nm twin-motor electric drivetrain, a 59.2 kWh battery and 257 km of stated range. It also brings the much fuller safety and cabin kit. For a Malaysian buyer who can charge regularly and values driver assistance, the Toyota makes sense; otherwise, the Ranger is the far cheaper route into a five-seat 4x4 pickup.
Pick the Ford Ranger if you want to save RM110,412, carry an 80-litre diesel tank and get the larger 5,370 mm body.
Pick the Toyota Hilux if you can charge an EV regularly and want 193 hp, 473 Nm, 125 kW DC charging and substantially more safety technology.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger RM115,888; Toyota Hilux RM226,300.
- Powertrain output: Ranger 168 hp and 405 Nm; Hilux 193 hp and 473 Nm.
- Energy storage/range: Ranger 80-litre diesel tank; Hilux 59.2 kWh battery with 257 km range.
- Kerb weight: Ranger 2,227 kg; Hilux 2,455 kg.
- Length/wheelbase: Ranger 5,370 mm/3,270 mm; Hilux 5,320 mm/3,085 mm.
- Safety equipment: Ranger has six airbags and no autonomous braking; Hilux has seven airbags and pre-collision braking.
Ranger
- RM110,412 cheaper
- 228 kg lighter
- Longer body and wheelbase
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist
- No parking sensors or reverse camera
- Halogen reflector headlamps and manual driver’s seat
Hilux
- 193 hp and 473 Nm twin-motor output
- 125 kW DC charging
- Seven airbags, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera
- RM110,412 more expensive
- 228 kg heavier
- Five-year warranty ends at 150,000 km versus 160,000 km
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,888✓ | RM226,300 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM160✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 168 hp at 3,500 rpm | — |
| Torque | 405 Nm at 1,750 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 84.01 mm × 90.03 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 193 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 473 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 59.2 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 257 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 10 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 125 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,370 mm | 5,320 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 1,845 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 3,085 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | 2,455 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | De Dion Rear Axle |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Aero Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Aero Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage | 60:40 Tip-up base |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | — | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 8-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, 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 |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery |
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.
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Ranger vs Hilux FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger or Toyota Hilux better?
The Ranger is better for buyers prioritising purchase cost and a longer, lighter pickup. The Hilux is better if you can live with its 257 km EV range and want stronger outputs, seven airbags, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Hilux costs RM110,412 more than the Ford Ranger. That is a major gap, and the Toyota returns EV hardware, more driver-assistance systems, a 12.3-inch touchscreen and powered driver’s seat.
Can the Toyota Hilux be charged quickly?
Yes. The Hilux supports AC charging at up to 10 kW and DC charging at up to 125 kW. Its battery capacity is 59.2 kWh and its stated EV range is 257 km.
