Verdict
The RM5,000 gap buys the 6R80 six-speed conventional automatic and Tiptronic control; power remains 168 hp and 405 Nm from the same 2.0-litre diesel. Both have 4x4 driveline, six airbags, ABS/EBD, stability control and hill descent control, so there is no safety-kit dividend for spending more. For a Malaysian buyer, the choice is straightforward: take the manual if you want to keep the purchase cost down, or pay extra solely for automatic shifting. Annual road tax is RM438 for either.
Pick the Ford Ranger 2.0 XLT 4x4 MT if you want the same 168 hp, 405 Nm and core safety kit for RM5,000 less.
Pick the Ford Ranger 2.0 XLT 4x4 AT if you want the 6R80 conventional automatic and Tiptronic control.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger 2.0 XLT 4x4 MT RM128,888; Ford Ranger 2.0 XLT 4x4 AT RM133,888.
- Transmission type: MT has a six-speed manual; AT has a six-speed conventional automatic.
- Transmission designation: MT uses Ford's MT88; AT uses Ford's 6R80.
- Tiptronic: MT has none; AT has Tiptronic manual-shift control.
2.0 XLT 4x4 MT
- RM5,000 lower purchase price.
- Six-speed MT88 manual transmission.
- Same 168 hp and 405 Nm as the AT.
- No conventional automatic transmission.
- No Tiptronic control.
2.0 XLT 4x4 AT
- Six-speed 6R80 conventional automatic.
- Tiptronic manual-shift control.
- Same 168 hp, 405 Nm and six airbags as the MT.
- RM5,000 higher purchase price.
- No additional horsepower or torque over the MT.
- No extra airbags, ABS/EBD or stability control over the MT.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM128,888✓ | RM133,888 |
| 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 | 255/70R17 | 255/70R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R17 | 255/70R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Steel | Full-size 17" 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 | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" 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 | LED Reflector | LED 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 |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 3 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 | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger | Qi Wireless Charger |
| 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 XLT 4x4 MT vs 2.0 XLT 4x4 AT FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger 2.0 XLT 4x4 MT or Ford Ranger 2.0 XLT 4x4 AT better?
The AT is better if automatic shifting matters, as it adds the 6R80 automatic and Tiptronic. The MT is the better buy if you are content with a manual, because engine output, 4x4 driveline and safety equipment are the same.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Ranger 2.0 XLT 4x4 AT costs RM5,000 more than the Ford Ranger 2.0 XLT 4x4 MT.
Does the AT have more power than the MT?
No. Both use a 1,996 cc single-turbo diesel producing 168 hp at 3,500 rpm and 405 Nm at 1,750 rpm. The difference is the six-speed transmission: MT88 manual versus 6R80 conventional automatic.
