Verdict
At RM248,888, the Ford Ranger Raptor costs RM79,912 less than the RM328,800 GAC M8, but these are very different tools. The Raptor brings 500 Nm, all-wheel drive, locking rear differential and Fox adaptive dampers for rough ground, yet it is a five-seater pickup. The M8 is the faster family mover at 8.8 seconds to 100 km/h, with seven seats, a 25.57-kWh battery and 106 km of EV range. For Malaysian school-run and executive transport duties, the M8’s power sliding doors and captain’s chairs matter far more; choose the Ford only if off-road ability and a cargo bed are central to the brief.
Pick the Ford Ranger Raptor if you need all-wheel drive, a locking rear differential and a usable pickup bed for work or off-road trails.
Pick the GAC M8 if you need seven seats, plug-in hybrid EV driving and MPV-friendly access through power sliding doors.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger Raptor RM248,888; GAC M8 RM328,800.
- Seating: Ford Ranger Raptor 5 seats; GAC M8 7 seats.
- 0-100 km/h: Ford Ranger Raptor 10.5 seconds; GAC M8 8.8 seconds.
- Driveline: Ford Ranger Raptor all-wheel drive; GAC M8 front-wheel drive.
- Electrification: Ford Ranger Raptor has no motor or battery; GAC M8 has one 179-hp motor and a 25.57-kWh battery with 106 km EV range.
- Length: Ford Ranger Raptor 5,381 mm; GAC M8 5,212 mm.
Ranger Raptor
- 500 Nm diesel torque with all-wheel drive
- Fox adaptive dampers, terrain modes and locking rear differential
- Auto parking plus 360-degree camera
- Five seats versus the M8’s seven
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 10.5 seconds versus 8.8 seconds
- No EV range, power sliding doors or panoramic glass roof
M8
- Seven seats with second-row captain’s chairs
- 106 km EV range from a 25.57-kWh battery
- Power sliding doors, powered boot and 16-speaker Yamaha audio
- RM79,912 more expensive
- Front-wheel drive versus the Raptor’s all-wheel drive
- 150,000-km vehicle warranty limit versus 160,000 km
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM248,888✓ | RM328,800 |
| Body type | Pickup | MPV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC commonrail diesel with twin turbochargers | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Plug-in Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 210 hp at 3,750 rpm✓ | 187 hp |
| Torque | 500 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 300 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | 84 mm × 90 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 16 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 179 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 300 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 25.57 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 106 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 40 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 with SelectShift | 2-DHT |
| Gears | 10 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford/GM | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.5 seconds | 8.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,381 mm | 5,212 mm |
| Width | 2,028 mm | 1,893 mm |
| Height | 1,922 mm | 1,823 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 3,070 mm |
| Weight | 2,430 kg | 2,420 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 56 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 280 litres |
| Front Tyre | 285/70R17 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/70R17 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Steel | — |
| Factory Tyres | BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring with Watt's Linkage | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Two-tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Two-tone Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Fox Racing Adaptive Shox Dampers, Terrain Management System with Baja and Sport Mode and Locking Rear Differential | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front and Rear Curtain, Rear Windshield) |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available On Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Trail Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, 10-way manually adjustable passenger seat | Powered Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | Tip-up with under-seat storage | Second row Individual Captain's Seats, 60:40 Split-folding Third row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights with Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 4 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade and Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | — | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, 16-Speaker Yamaha Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Front with Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Easy-lift Tailgate | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | Power Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Wireless Qi Charger, 230V inverters (Rear and Cargo Bed) | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8 Year, 150,000 km Warranty (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 Raptor vs M8 FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger Raptor or GAC M8 better?
The GAC M8 is better for carrying seven people in comfort, with 106 km of EV range and power sliding doors. The Ford Ranger Raptor is better for off-road use and pickup duties thanks to all-wheel drive, a locking rear differential and 500 Nm.
What is the price difference?
The GAC M8 costs RM79,912 more than the Ford Ranger Raptor.
Can the GAC M8 run on electric power alone?
Yes. The GAC M8 has a 25.57-kWh battery, one 179-hp electric motor and a stated EV range of 106 km. It supports AC charging at 6.6 kW and DC charging at 40 kW.
