Verdict
The Ford Ranger costs RM115,888 against RM129,000 for the Leapmotor C10, so the RM13,112 gap buys a very different brief. The Ranger brings a 1,996 cc diesel with 405 Nm, six-speed manual transmission, all-wheel drive and a full-size spare, but its RM438 annual road tax is RM238 higher. The C10’s 215 hp rear motor, 69.9 kWh battery and 420 km EV range suit daily family use better, backed by 435 litres of boot space, 84 kW DC charging and far more driver assistance. It is the more civilised road car; the Ford is the utility-led choice.
Pick the Ford Ranger if you need a pickup with all-wheel drive, 405 Nm of diesel torque and a full-size spare tyre.
Pick the Leapmotor C10 if you want a five-seat EV with 420 km range, lower road tax and comprehensive convenience and safety kit.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger RM115,888; Leapmotor C10 RM129,000.
- Powertrain: Ranger 1,996 cc 168 hp/405 Nm diesel; C10 one 215 hp/320 Nm electric motor.
- Drive and transmission: Ranger all-wheel drive with six-speed manual; C10 rear-wheel drive with single-ratio automatic.
- Running tax: Ranger RM438 per year; C10 RM200 per year.
- Size and luggage: Ranger 5,370 mm long with no boot figure; C10 4,739 mm long with 435 litres of boot space.
- Charging and range: Ranger has an 80-litre diesel tank; C10 has a 69.9 kWh battery, 420 km range, 11 kW AC and 84 kW DC charging.
Ranger
- RM13,112 lower purchase price.
- All-wheel drive and 405 Nm of torque.
- Full-size 16-inch steel spare tyre.
- RM438 annual road tax versus RM200.
- Six-speed manual versus single-ratio automatic.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, reverse camera or parking sensors.
C10
- 420 km EV range with 84 kW DC charging.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control.
- Powered ventilated front seats, panoramic glass roof and 435-litre boot.
- RM13,112 higher purchase price.
- Rear-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare tyre.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,888✓ | RM129,000 |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM200✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger | 400V architecture |
| 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 | — | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 320 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 69.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 420 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 84 kW |
| V2L | — | 1.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,370 mm | 4,739 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | 1,980 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 435 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 245/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 245/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | Dunlop e-Sport Maxx |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 20" 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 and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far Side |
| 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 Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-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, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | — | 14.6" Touchscreen with Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 12-speaker Surround 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 (NFC Card) |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| 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 |
| Convenience Notes | — | Active Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8 Year/160,000 km BEV Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 C10 FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger or Leapmotor C10 better?
The Leapmotor C10 is better for a family-oriented EV with 420 km range, lower road tax and extensive assistance systems. The Ford Ranger is better only if its pickup body, all-wheel drive, 405 Nm diesel torque and full-size spare are essential.
What is the price difference?
The Leapmotor C10 costs RM13,112 more than the Ford Ranger.
Which one is cheaper to tax each year?
The Leapmotor C10 has RM200 annual road tax, RM238 less than the Ford Ranger’s RM438.