Verdict
These are very different answers to RM120k motoring. The RM115,888 Ranger is RM7,912 cheaper, yet its 2.0-litre diesel delivers 405 Nm and all-wheel drive, against the Emkoo’s 270 Nm and front-wheel drive; that matters if towing, loose surfaces or a loaded tray are part of the job. The RM123,800 Emkoo is the easier family car: it is 690 mm shorter, has a 638-litre boot, seven-speed wet DCT and an 8.8-second 0-100 km/h claim. It also brings autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera that the Ranger lacks.
Pick the Ford Ranger if you need 405 Nm, all-wheel drive, an 80-litre tank and a proper pick-up load area more than SUV convenience features.
Pick the GAC Emkoo if you want a five-seat C-segment SUV with a 638-litre boot, 8.8-second acceleration claim and substantially fuller driver-assistance kit.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger RM115,888; GAC Emkoo RM123,800.
- Torque and drive: Ranger 405 Nm with all-wheel drive; Emkoo 270 Nm with front-wheel drive.
- Transmission: Ranger six-speed manual; Emkoo seven-speed wet dual-clutch automatic.
- Dimensions: Ranger 5,370 mm long and 2,227 kg; Emkoo 4,680 mm long and 1,540 kg.
- Fuel tank and luggage: Ranger 80 litres with no quoted boot volume; Emkoo 55 litres and 638 litres of boot space.
- Safety assistance: Ranger has no autonomous emergency braking or blind-spot monitoring; Emkoo has both, plus adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
Ranger
- 405 Nm diesel torque and all-wheel drive.
- RM7,912 lower purchase price.
- 80-litre fuel tank and 160,000-km five-year warranty.
- Six-speed manual versus the Emkoo’s seven-speed wet DCT.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control or reversing camera.
- No quoted boot capacity; the Emkoo has a 638-litre boot.
Emkoo
- 175 hp petrol engine with an 8.8-second 0-100 km/h claim.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control.
- 638-litre boot, powered tailgate and 360-degree camera.
- 270 Nm is 135 Nm down on the Ranger’s 405 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive versus the Ranger’s all-wheel drive.
- RM7,912 higher price and a smaller 55-litre fuel tank.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,888✓ | RM123,800 |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,497 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp | 175 hp✓ |
| Torque | 405 Nm✓ | 270 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | 7DCT |
| Gears | 6 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 190 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,370 mm | 4,680 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 1,901 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | 1,540 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 638 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 19" Two-tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 19" Two-tone Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| 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 | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats with Ventilated Driver's Seat |
| Rear Seats | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | — | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| 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 | — | 7 Year, 180,000 km Powertrain Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM120✓ |
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 Emkoo FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger or GAC Emkoo better?
The Emkoo is better for family SUV use, with a 638-litre boot, automatic transmission and active safety aids. Choose the Ranger for its 405 Nm diesel, all-wheel drive and pick-up utility.
What is the price difference?
The GAC Emkoo costs RM123,800, which is RM7,912 more than the Ford Ranger at RM115,888.
Which has the better safety equipment?
The Emkoo has the stronger active-safety set: autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, steering lane correction, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera. The Ranger has stability control, six airbags and hill descent control, but lacks those assistance features.