Verdict
The RM5,000 gap buys the Ford Ranger 2.0 XLT 4x4 AT a conventional automatic gearbox, and that is the real decision here. Both use the same 1,996 cc diesel with 168 hp and 405 Nm, both drive all four wheels, and both carry six airbags with no auto emergency braking listed. The manual is the sharper buy if you want the cheapest XLT 4x4; the automatic makes more sense if daily KL traffic is part of the job.
Pick the Ford Ranger 2.0 XLT 4x4 MT if you want the lower price and are happy working a manual gearbox.
Pick the Ford Ranger 2.0 XLT 4x4 AT if you want the same Ranger XLT 4x4 package without clutch work.
Key differences
- Price: RM128,888 vs RM133,888
- Transmission: Manual vs conventional automatic
- Power: 168 hp vs 168 hp
- Torque: 405 Nm vs 405 Nm
- Airbags: 6 vs 6
- Road tax: RM438/year vs RM438/year
2.0 XLT 4x4 MT
- RM5,000 cheaper to buy
- Same 168 hp and 405 Nm
- Same AWD hardware on paper
- Manual gearbox takes more effort in traffic
- No auto emergency braking listed
- No power advantage over the AT
2.0 XLT 4x4 AT
- Conventional automatic gearbox
- Same engine output as the MT
- Same 80-litre fuel tank
- Costs RM5,000 more
- No extra power or torque
- No auto emergency braking listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 128,888✓ | RM 133,888 |
| 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 | 255/70R17 | 255/70R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R17 | 255/70R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Steel | Full-size 17" 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 | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" 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 | LED Reflector | LED 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 |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 3 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 3 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 | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Qi Wireless Charger | Qi Wireless Charger |
| 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 XLT 4x4 MT vs 2.0 XLT 4x4 AT FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger 2.0 XLT 4x4 MT or Ford Ranger 2.0 XLT 4x4 AT better?
The AT is better for most daily users because it removes clutch work while keeping the same 168 hp, 405 Nm, AWD layout and six airbags. The MT is better if the RM5,000 saving matters more.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Ranger 2.0 XLT 4x4 AT costs RM5,000 more than the Ford Ranger 2.0 XLT 4x4 MT: RM133,888 against RM128,888.
Do they have the same engine and performance figures?
Yes. Both use a 1,996 cc diesel engine making 168 hp and 405 Nm, with all-wheel drive and an 80-litre fuel tank. The listed mechanical difference is the gearbox.