Verdict
At RM115,888, the Ranger 2.0 XL 4x4 MT is the rational Malaysian workhorse choice; the RM118,888 AT costs RM3,000 more for its six-speed 6R80 conventional automatic and Tiptronic function. Both deliver 168 hp and 405 Nm from the same 1,996 cc single-turbo diesel, with all-wheel drive, six airbags, stability control and hill descent control. There is no safety or cabin-equipment gain for the extra outlay. Choose the automatic if avoiding clutch work matters; otherwise, the manual keeps RM3,000 in your pocket.
Pick the Ford Ranger 2.0 XL 4x4 MT if you want the same 168 hp, 405 Nm and safety kit for RM3,000 less and prefer a six-speed manual.
Pick the Ford Ranger 2.0 XL 4x4 AT if you want a six-speed conventional automatic with Tiptronic and do not mind paying RM3,000 more.
Key differences
- Price: MT RM115,888; AT RM118,888.
- Transmission: MT six-speed manual; AT six-speed conventional automatic.
- Transmission code: MT MT88; AT 6R80.
- Tiptronic: MT no; AT yes.
2.0 XL 4x4 MT
- RM3,000 lower purchase price
- Six-speed MT88 manual
- Same 168 hp and 405 Nm as the AT
- No Tiptronic function
- Manual gearbox requires clutch operation
2.0 XL 4x4 AT
- Six-speed 6R80 conventional automatic
- Tiptronic manual-shift function
- Same six airbags and stability control as the MT
- RM3,000 more expensive
- No added safety or cabin equipment over the MT
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,888✓ | RM118,888 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM438 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,996 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp at 3,500 rpm | 168 hp at 3,500 rpm |
| Torque | 405 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 405 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 84.01 mm × 90.03 mm | 84.01 mm × 90.03 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 15.8 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | 6R80 |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Ford |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,370 mm | 5,370 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 1,918 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 1,884 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 3,270 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | 2,227 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 255/70R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 255/70R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | Bridgestone Dueler H/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" 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) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, 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 | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | Hill Descent Control |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Reflector |
| 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 | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | 160,000 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.
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2.0 XL 4x4 MT vs 2.0 XL 4x4 AT FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger 2.0 XL 4x4 MT or Ford Ranger 2.0 XL 4x4 AT better?
The AT is better for buyers who want an automatic gearbox and Tiptronic. The MT is the better buy if those are not priorities, because its 168 hp, 405 Nm, all-wheel drive and safety equipment are the same.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Ranger 2.0 XL 4x4 AT costs RM3,000 more than the Ford Ranger 2.0 XL 4x4 MT.
Does the automatic have more power or safety equipment?
No. Both use a 1,996 cc single-turbo diesel producing 168 hp and 405 Nm, and both have six airbags, ABS/EBD, stability control, hill start assist and hill descent control.
