Verdict
At RM115,888, the Ford Ranger costs RM79,992 less than the RM195,880 Toyota Fortuner, yet its 2.0-litre diesel produces 168 hp and 405 Nm against 148 hp and 400 Nm. The Ranger is also 575 mm longer, with a 525 mm longer wheelbase, but it is a five-seat pickup with a six-speed manual. The Fortuner’s automatic, seven seats, rear air-con and 200-litre boot suit family duty better. Its RM754 annual road tax is RM316 more, however.
Pick the Ford Ranger if you need a larger five-seat pickup, lower RM438 road tax and stronger 168 hp/405 Nm outputs for far less money.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if you need seven seats, a six-speed automatic, rear air-con and a 200-litre enclosed boot.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger RM115,888; Toyota Fortuner RM195,880.
- Output: Ford Ranger 168 hp and 405 Nm; Toyota Fortuner 148 hp and 400 Nm.
- Seating: Ford Ranger five seats; Toyota Fortuner seven seats.
- Transmission: Ford Ranger six-speed manual; Toyota Fortuner six-speed conventional automatic.
- Length/wheelbase: Ford Ranger 5,370 mm/3,270 mm; Toyota Fortuner 4,795 mm/2,745 mm.
- Annual road tax: Ford Ranger RM438; Toyota Fortuner RM754.
Ranger
- RM79,992 cheaper to buy.
- 168 hp and 405 Nm exceed the Fortuner’s 148 hp and 400 Nm.
- Dual-zone automatic climate control and hill descent control.
- Six-speed manual versus the Fortuner’s six-speed automatic.
- Five seats versus seven.
- No rear air-con or stated boot capacity, where the Fortuner has rear blower-controlled vents and a 200-litre boot.
Fortuner
- Seven-seat cabin with one-touch-tumble middle row and space-up last row.
- Six-speed automatic with sequential shifting.
- Rear air-con vents with blower control, plus a 200-litre boot.
- RM79,992 more expensive.
- 148 hp and 400 Nm trail the Ranger’s 168 hp and 405 Nm.
- RM754 annual road tax is RM316 higher.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,888✓ | RM195,880 |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM754 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp✓ | 148 hp |
| Torque | 405 Nm✓ | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 15.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | 6-speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Toyota |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,370 mm | 4,795 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | 2,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| 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 (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 4 stars — With 3 airbags and no stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, 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 | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| 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 | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up |
| 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, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 4 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | — | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers |
| 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 |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 2 Sensors |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 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.
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Ranger vs Fortuner FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger or Toyota Fortuner better?
The Ranger is the stronger-value work-focused choice: it is RM79,992 cheaper and has 168 hp/405 Nm. The Fortuner is better for carrying people, with seven seats, rear air-con, a 200-litre boot and a six-speed automatic.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Fortuner costs RM79,992 more than the Ford Ranger: RM195,880 versus RM115,888.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The Ford Ranger has lower annual road tax at RM438, compared with RM754 for the Toyota Fortuner. That saves RM316 each year.