Verdict
The RM6,521 gap puts the Mazda CX-30 at RM122,409, but it buys an automatic, 430-litre boot, LED projector headlamps, eight-speaker infotainment with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, plus a head-up display. It is the easier daily-use choice. The RM115,888 Ford Ranger counters with 405 Nm from its 2.0-litre turbodiesel, all-wheel drive, an 80-litre tank and a 5-year/160,000-km warranty. Its 5,370-mm pick-up body is 975 mm longer than the Mazda, so choose it for truck duties rather than SUV convenience.
Pick the Ford Ranger if 405 Nm, all-wheel drive, an 80-litre tank and a longer 160,000-km warranty matter more than automatic convenience and cabin equipment.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 if you want a compact five-door SUV with a six-speed automatic, 430-litre boot and far more everyday cabin technology.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger RM115,888; Mazda CX-30 RM122,409.
- Torque: Ford Ranger 405 Nm; Mazda CX-30 213 Nm.
- Drive and transmission: Ford Ranger all-wheel drive with six-speed manual; Mazda CX-30 front-wheel drive with six-speed automatic.
- Length: Ford Ranger 5,370 mm; Mazda CX-30 4,395 mm.
- Fuel tank: Ford Ranger 80 litres; Mazda CX-30 51 litres.
- Warranty mileage: Ford Ranger 160,000 km over five years; Mazda CX-30 100,000 km over five years.
Ranger
- 405 Nm 2.0-litre turbodiesel with all-wheel drive.
- 80-litre fuel tank and full-size steel spare wheel.
- Five-year/160,000-km factory warranty.
- Six-speed manual versus the CX-30's six-speed automatic.
- No reversing camera, head-up display or listed infotainment system.
- Six airbags versus the CX-30's seven, and front-seat-only belt reminders.
CX-30
- Six-speed automatic, keyless push-button start and walk-away auto lock.
- 430-litre boot, powered tailgate and 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
- LED projector headlamps, reversing camera, head-up display and eight-speaker Android Auto/Apple CarPlay infotainment.
- 213 Nm is 192 Nm down on the Ranger.
- Front-wheel drive versus the Ranger's all-wheel drive.
- Five-year/100,000-km warranty has 60,000 km less coverage.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,888✓ | RM122,409 |
| 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 Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp✓ | 162 hp |
| Torque | 405 Nm✓ | 213 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Mazda |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 196 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,370 mm | 4,395 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 1,540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | 1,441 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 215/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 215/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | Emergency Stop Signal |
| 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 | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Sunroof | — | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | — | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM439 |
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 CX-30 FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger or Mazda CX-30 better?
The Mazda CX-30 is better for conventional daily SUV use, with an automatic, 430-litre boot and substantially more convenience equipment. The Ford Ranger is better if you need 405 Nm, all-wheel drive, an 80-litre tank and longer warranty mileage.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-30 costs RM6,521 more than the Ford Ranger: RM122,409 versus RM115,888.
Which has the longer warranty coverage?
Both have a five-year factory warranty, but the Ford Ranger covers 160,000 km. The Mazda CX-30 covers 100,000 km and includes free service for that five-year/100,000-km period.