Verdict
At RM115,888, the Ford Ranger costs RM13,812 more than the RM102,076 Maxus V80, but it is the more rounded Malaysian daily driver: 168 hp and 405 Nm, six gears, all-wheel drive, five seats and six airbags. The V80 is a much larger two-seat commercial machine at 5,700 mm long and 2,383 mm wide, with rear air-con vents and four rear parking sensors, but its 136 hp, 330 Nm and front-wheel drive layout are less versatile. The Ranger also carries a five-year/160,000-km warranty against three years/100,000 km.
The Ranger 3.0 Platinum 4x4 AT (RM205,888) sits above every V80 variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
Pick the Ford Ranger if you need five seats, all-wheel drive and substantially stronger 168 hp/405 Nm performance with six airbags.
Pick the Maxus V80 if a larger two-seat commercial body, RM13,812 lower purchase price and rear parking sensors matter more than passenger capacity and safety equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger RM115,888; Maxus V80 RM102,076.
- Output: Ford Ranger 168 hp and 405 Nm; Maxus V80 136 hp and 330 Nm.
- Driveline and gearbox: Ford Ranger all-wheel drive with six-speed manual; Maxus V80 front-wheel drive with five-speed manual.
- Seating and airbags: Ford Ranger five seats and six airbags; Maxus V80 two seats and two airbags.
- Size: Ford Ranger 5,370 mm long and 1,918 mm wide; Maxus V80 5,700 mm long and 2,383 mm wide.
- Warranty: Ford Ranger five years/160,000 km; Maxus V80 three years/100,000 km.
Ranger
- 168 hp and 405 Nm beat the V80's 136 hp and 330 Nm.
- Five seats, six airbags, stability control and ISOFIX.
- All-wheel drive, six-speed manual and longer five-year/160,000-km warranty.
- Costs RM13,812 more to buy.
- Smaller 5,370 mm-long, 1,918 mm-wide body than the V80.
- No rear parking sensors or rear air-con vents.
V80
- RM102,076 price is RM13,812 below the Ranger.
- Larger 5,700 mm-long, 2,383 mm-wide commercial body.
- Four rear parking sensors and rear air-con vents with blower control.
- Only two seats and two airbags, versus five seats and six airbags in the Ranger.
- 136 hp and 330 Nm trail the Ranger's 168 hp and 405 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive and a five-speed manual, where the Ranger has all-wheel drive and six speeds.
What the Ranger has over the V80
What the V80 has over the Ranger
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The V80's wheelbase is 580 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The V80 is 465 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,888 | RM102,076✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Commercial |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Commercial |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM839 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,185/mo | RM1,040/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,326 | RM3,001✓ |
| Fuel / year (est.) | — | RM3,822 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | — | RM19.11 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | — | RM38,309 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 2,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp at 3,500 rpm✓ | 136 hp at 3,800 rpm |
| Torque | 405 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 330 Nm at 1,800 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 84.01 mm × 90.03 mm | 92 mm × 94 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 17.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | 5 Speed Manual |
| Gears | 6 | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 9.1 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,370 mm | 5,700 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 2,383 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 2,552 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 3,850 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | 3,500 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 6 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 215/75R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 215/75R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Leaf Spring |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Steel |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | — |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Normal Bulb |
| 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 | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Audio | — | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down | Two Windows |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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Ranger vs V80 FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger or Maxus V80 better?
The Ford Ranger is the better all-round choice for most buyers: it has five seats, six airbags, all-wheel drive, 168 hp and 405 Nm. Choose the Maxus V80 for its larger two-seat commercial body and lower price.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Ranger costs RM115,888 and the Maxus V80 costs RM102,076, so the Ranger is RM13,812 more expensive.
Which is safer for carrying passengers?
The Ford Ranger is decisively better equipped for passengers, with five seats, six airbags, stability control, five three-point belts and ISOFIX. The Maxus V80 has two seats, two airbags and two three-point belts.
Which one is locally assembled?
The V80 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Ranger is fully imported (CBU) from Thailand. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
Which has the better warranty?
The Ranger carries a 5-year manufacturer warranty against 3 years for the V80.