Verdict
The Ford Ranger is the far cheaper route into a diesel 4x4 at RM115,888, undercutting the Toyota Fortuner by RM79,992 while producing 168 hp and 405 Nm against 148 hp and 400 Nm. It also gets dual-zone climate control, LED daytime running lights and hill descent control. But its six-speed manual and five-seat, four-door pickup layout are a clear mismatch for buyers carrying a larger family. The RM195,880 Fortuner costs more, yet brings seven seats, a six-speed automatic, 7 airbags and rear air-con vents with blower control.
Pick the Ford Ranger if you want the RM79,992 saving, slightly stronger diesel output and a five-seat pickup body, and are happy to use a manual gearbox.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if you need seven seats, a six-speed automatic and the extra protection of a seventh airbag.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger RM115,888; Toyota Fortuner RM195,880.
- Output: Ford Ranger 168 hp and 405 Nm; Toyota Fortuner 148 hp and 400 Nm.
- Transmission: Ford Ranger six-speed manual; Toyota Fortuner six-speed automatic with Sequential Shifter.
- Seating: Ford Ranger 5 seats and 4 doors; Toyota Fortuner 7 seats and 5 doors.
- Length and wheelbase: Ford Ranger 5,370 mm and 3,270 mm; Toyota Fortuner 4,795 mm and 2,745 mm.
- Annual road tax: Ford Ranger RM438; Toyota Fortuner RM754.
Ranger
- RM79,992 cheaper to buy.
- 168 hp and 405 Nm beat the Fortuner's outputs.
- Dual-zone automatic climate control and hill descent control.
- Six-speed manual versus the Fortuner's six-speed automatic.
- Five seats and four doors versus seven seats and five doors.
- Six airbags versus seven airbags.
Fortuner
- Seven seats, five doors and 200 litres of boot space.
- Six-speed automatic with Sequential Shifter.
- Seven airbags, rear air-con vents and front/rear parking sensors.
- RM79,992 more expensive, with RM316 higher annual road tax.
- 148 hp and 400 Nm trail the Ranger's 168 hp and 405 Nm.
- Manual air-con and no LED daytime running lights, against the Ranger's dual-zone automatic system and LED DRLs.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,888✓ | RM195,880 |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM754 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp at 3,500 rpm✓ | 148 hp at 3,400 rpm |
| Torque | 405 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 400 Nm at 1,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 84.01 mm × 90.03 mm | 92 mm × 90 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 15.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | 6-speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Toyota |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,370 mm | 4,795 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | 2,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 200 litres |
| 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) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 4 stars — With 3 airbags and no stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, 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 | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 4 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | — | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 2 Sensors |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| 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.
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Ranger vs Fortuner FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger or Toyota Fortuner better?
The Ranger is the better buy for a lower purchase price, 168 hp and 405 Nm. The Fortuner is better for family transport because it has seven seats, five doors and a six-speed automatic.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Fortuner costs RM79,992 more than the Ford Ranger: RM195,880 versus RM115,888. Its annual road tax is also RM316 higher, at RM754 versus RM438.
Which one has more seats and the easier gearbox?
The Toyota Fortuner has seven seats and a six-speed automatic with Sequential Shifter. The Ford Ranger has five seats and a six-speed manual gearbox.
