Verdict
The RM115,888 Ford Ranger undercuts the RM129,639 Kia Sportage by RM13,751, while bringing 168 hp and 405 Nm against 154 hp and 192 Nm. Its 5,370-mm pickup body, AWD and 80-litre tank suit buyers who need a truck format, but the six-speed manual and 2,227-kg kerb weight demand more effort. The 1,578-kg Sportage is 710 mm shorter, uses a six-speed automatic and gives a 587-litre boot, LED projector headlamps, camera and rear sensors. Its RM440 annual road tax is only RM2 above the Ranger's.
Pick the Ford Ranger if you need AWD, 405 Nm of diesel torque and a five-seat pickup body with a full-size spare tyre.
Pick the Kia Sportage if you want a shorter C-segment SUV with a six-speed automatic, 587-litre boot and parking camera.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger RM115,888; Kia Sportage RM129,639.
- Power and torque: Ford Ranger 168 hp and 405 Nm; Kia Sportage 154 hp and 192 Nm.
- Driveline: Ford Ranger AWD; Kia Sportage front-wheel drive.
- Length and weight: Ford Ranger 5,370 mm and 2,227 kg; Kia Sportage 4,660 mm and 1,578 kg.
- Transmission: Ford Ranger six-speed manual; Kia Sportage six-speed conventional automatic.
- Front lighting: Ford Ranger halogen reflector headlamps; Kia Sportage LED projector headlamps.
Ranger
- 168 hp and 405 Nm from a 2.0-litre turbodiesel
- AWD and an 80-litre fuel tank
- Full-size 16-inch steel spare tyre
- Six-speed manual versus the Sportage's six-speed automatic
- No reverse camera or rear parking sensors
- Halogen reflector headlamps versus LED projectors
Sportage
- Six-speed automatic with Tiptronic
- 587-litre boot and 60:40 split-folding rear seats
- LED projector headlamps, reverse camera and four rear sensors
- 154 hp and 192 Nm trail the Ranger's 168 hp and 405 Nm
- Front-wheel drive versus the Ranger's AWD
- Space-saver spare tyre versus the Ranger's full-size spare
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,888✓ | RM129,639 |
| 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, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp✓ | 154 hp |
| Torque | 405 Nm✓ | 192 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 81 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 10.8 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Hyundai |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,370 mm | 4,660 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 2,755 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | 1,578 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 587 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 235/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 235/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Struts |
| 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 (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 |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | Available for all seats |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | — | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Down |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM440 |
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 Sportage FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger or Kia Sportage better?
The Ranger is the better fit for buyers needing AWD, stronger 405 Nm diesel torque and a pickup body. The Sportage is better for everyday SUV use, with an automatic gearbox, 587-litre boot, reverse camera and rear parking sensors.
What is the price difference?
The Kia Sportage costs RM13,751 more than the Ford Ranger. The gap brings an automatic transmission, 587-litre boot, LED projector headlamps, reverse camera and rear parking sensors.
Which one is easier to park and use in town?
The Kia Sportage is 710 mm shorter and 649 kg lighter than the Ford Ranger. It also has a reverse camera, four rear parking sensors and a six-speed automatic, where the Ranger has a six-speed manual and no listed parking camera or rear sensors.