Verdict
This is a straight gearbox decision. The Ford Ranger 2.0 XL 4x4 MT costs RM115,888, while the Ford Ranger 2.0 XL 4x4 AT costs RM118,888, so the RM3,000 gap buys you a conventional automatic transmission. The 1,996 cc diesel, 168 hp, 405 Nm, AWD layout, 80-litre tank, six airbags and RM438 yearly road tax are identical. For a Malaysian buyer using it daily, the AT is the easier call; for work use where cost control matters, the MT gives away little on paper.
Pick the Ford Ranger 2.0 XL 4x4 MT if you want the lower RM115,888 price and are happy to drive a manual.
Pick the Ford Ranger 2.0 XL 4x4 AT if you want the conventional automatic and can accept the RM3,000 higher price.
Key differences
- Price: RM115,888 for the MT; RM118,888 for the AT
- Transmission: manual in the MT; conventional automatic in the AT
- Power: 168 hp in the MT; 168 hp in the AT
- Torque: 405 Nm in the MT; 405 Nm in the AT
- Road tax: RM438/year for the MT; RM438/year for the AT
- Safety: 6 airbags and no AEB in the MT; 6 airbags and no AEB in the AT
2.0 XL 4x4 MT
- RM3,000 cheaper to buy
- Same 168 hp and 405 Nm diesel output
- Same 80-litre fuel tank
- Manual gearbox needs more driver effort
- No auto emergency braking
- No mechanical advantage over the AT
2.0 XL 4x4 AT
- Conventional automatic transmission
- Same engine output as the MT
- Same six airbags and RM438 yearly road tax
- Costs RM3,000 more
- No extra power or torque
- No auto emergency braking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 115,888✓ | RM 118,888 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,996 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp | 168 hp |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 84.01 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 15.8 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | 6R80 |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Ford |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,370 mm | 5,370 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 1,918 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 1,884 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 3,270 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | 2,227 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 255/70R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 255/70R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | Bridgestone Dueler H/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Chassis | Ladder Frame | Ladder Frame |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Drum | Drum |
| 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | Hill Descent Control |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Reflector |
| 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 | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 438 | RM 438 |
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.
2.0 XL 4x4 MT vs 2.0 XL 4x4 AT FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger 2.0 XL 4x4 MT or Ford Ranger 2.0 XL 4x4 AT better?
The Ford Ranger 2.0 XL 4x4 AT is better for most daily users because the RM3,000 premium buys the automatic gearbox. The MT is better only if the lower price matters more than clutch-free driving.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Ranger 2.0 XL 4x4 AT costs RM118,888, while the MT costs RM115,888. That makes the automatic RM3,000 more expensive.
Do they have the same engine and safety kit?
Yes. Both use a 1,996 cc diesel with 168 hp and 405 Nm, both have AWD, six airbags and no auto emergency braking.