Verdict
The Ford Ranger costs RM115,888 to the iCaur 03’s RM119,800, a RM3,912 gap. The Ranger is the work-minded choice: its 405 Nm diesel, six-speed manual and all-wheel drive suit buyers who need traction and a 5,370-mm pick-up. The iCaur is far easier to place in town at 4,406 mm long, and its 181-hp motor, 355-km EV range, 80-kW DC charging and much fuller driver-assistance kit make it the more relaxed daily car. For Malaysian buyers without a pick-up requirement, the iCaur’s extra equipment is hard to ignore.
Pick the Ford Ranger if you need all-wheel drive, 405 Nm of diesel torque and a full-size pick-up body.
Pick the iCaur 03 if you want a shorter EV with a 355-km range, 80-kW DC charging and adaptive cruise control.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger RM115,888; iCaur 03 RM119,800.
- Powertrain: Ranger 168 hp and 405 Nm from a 1,996-cc turbodiesel; iCaur 03 181 hp and 220 Nm from one electric motor.
- Driveline and transmission: Ranger all-wheel drive with six-speed manual; iCaur 03 rear-wheel drive with single-ratio automatic.
- Size: Ranger 5,370 mm long with a 3,270-mm wheelbase; iCaur 03 4,406 mm long with a 2,715-mm wheelbase.
- Driving assistance: Ranger has no lane-keeping assist or autonomous braking; iCaur 03 gets steering correction, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control.
- Warranty: Ranger 5 years/160,000 km; iCaur 03 7 years/150,000 km, plus 8 years/160,000 km for its battery, drive unit and high-voltage components.
Ranger
- 405 Nm diesel torque
- All-wheel drive and six-speed manual
- 160,000-km manufacturer warranty
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or adaptive cruise control
- 964 mm longer than the iCaur 03
- Manual transmission instead of a single-ratio automatic
03
- 181-hp electric motor with 355-km range
- 80-kW DC charging and 3.2-kW V2L
- Adaptive cruise control, 360-degree monitor and blind-spot information system
- 220 Nm is 185 Nm less than the Ranger’s 405 Nm
- Rear-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive
- 150,000-km vehicle warranty limit is 10,000 km lower than the Ranger’s
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,888✓ | RM119,800 |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger | — |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 168 hp | — |
| Torque | 405 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 181 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 220 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 65.69 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 355 km |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 80 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.2 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,370 mm | 4,406 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 1,910 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 1,715 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 2,715 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 264 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | — |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | Chao Yang Radial RP76 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags |
| 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 outer two 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 Projectors |
| 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 Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage | 60:40 Split-folding with Ventilation |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | — | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| 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 | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8 Years/160000 km Battery Warranty, Drive Unit & High Voltage Components |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM140✓ |
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 03 FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger or iCaur 03 better?
The iCaur 03 is better for urban daily use, EV running and active safety equipment. Choose the Ford Ranger if all-wheel drive, 405 Nm of torque and a pick-up body are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur 03 costs RM3,912 more than the Ford Ranger. That extra money brings EV hardware, a 355-km claimed range, 80-kW DC charging and a substantially broader assistance package.
Which is easier to drive in the city?
The iCaur 03 is the easier city car: it is 4,406 mm long, 964 mm shorter than the Ranger, and uses a single-ratio automatic. It also has front and rear parking sensors plus a 360-degree monitor.