2018 Ford Ranger 2.2 XL (A) Engine Specs

Though the Toyota Hilux is the undisputable king of pick-ups in Malaysia, it is not the segment's game changer. While Japanese pick-ups like the Hilux, Mitsubishi Triton, and Isuzu D-Max dominate the market, part of its popularity among buyers is largely thanks to the Ford Ranger. It was the Ranger that helped transform the image of pick-up trucks from commercial workhorses to lifestyle vehicles thanks to memorable slogans, unique special edition models, and an automotive experience that would p

Despite the increase in diesel prices, more Malaysians are looking to buy pick-up trucks. At the same time, dealers are facing increasing challenges in converting these searches into actual sales. Between January to September 2024, sales of pick-up trucks in Malaysia have gone down by 18.1% compared to last year, according to registration figures provided by JPJ. It would be tempting to conclude that the slowdown in pick-up truck sales is due to the removal of diesel subsidies, which took effect

The Toyota Hilux is an absolute beast on the sales charts. From January to July 2024, UMW Toyota Motor sold 13,780 units of the Hilux, giving it a 49.8% market share of the one-ton pick-up truck market in Malaysia. To give you some context on how dominating the Hilux is, you would have to add up the total sales of the next four best-selling pick-up trucks – Mitsubishi Triton (4,483 units), Ford Ranger (4,059 units), Isuzu D-Max (3,986 units), and Nissan Navara (1,218 units) – to match the sales

Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC) launched the new limited-edition 2024 Ford Ranger StormTrak with all 200 units only available for purchase exclusively online. Priced from RM 181,888 (on-the-road, without insurance, Peninsular Malaysia), the Ranger StrormTrak is powered by the same 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel engine as the Wildtrak. The oil burner develops 210 PS and produces 500 Nm of torque paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. The Ranger StormTrak made its ASEAN debut in Thailand last

Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC), the authorised distributor of Ford vehicles in Malaysia, has announced a series of Ford Ranger Getaways for Ranger and Ranger Raptor owners. These events include off-roading adventures and training sessions designed to enhance driving skills and vehicle familiarity. “The Ford Ranger Getaways training experiences are designed to help customers unlock the true potential of their Rangers and Raptors. We welcome more Ranger owners especially our next-gen customers t

Sime Darby Auto Connexion-Ford (SDAC-Ford) announced that 2023 saw a new sales record for Ford vehicles in Malaysia. 8,858 units of the Ford Ranger and Ford Everest were sold across the country last year. A key contributing factor to the company’s success is SDAC-Ford’s steady expansion of its dealership network. Last year, it broke ground on the latest RM 12 million Ford Signature dealership in Penang. The 46,000 square feet state-of-the-art facility located in Jalan Baru, Seberang Prai follows

Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC) announced the launch of Ford Assured in Malaysia. It is a programme that offers certified pre-owned Ford vehicles with comprehensive assurance and certification. At the heart of the Ford Assured programme is a meticulous inspection and certification process that ensures pre-owned Ford vehicles meet stringent quality and performance standards. It is tailored to enhance the overall pre-owned car buying experience for customers, reinforcing Ford’s commitment to qual

Sime Darby Auto Connexion, the distributor of Ford vehicles in Malaysia will soon be airing a first-of-its-kind lifestyle themed podcast centred around the Ford Ranger and its adventurous owners. The podcast, dubbed “Ford Malaysia: Built for Life”, will be available on Spotify and Youtube starting 28 January 2024. Also read: First in ASEAN: 2023 Ford Ranger adds Platinum variant for Malaysia - B&O audio, power roller shutters, and more A true Malaysian production by Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SD

Ford Penampang (Rightpower Corporation) recently hosted the 7th Mega TT Gathering in collaboration with the Ford Ranger Owners Club (FROC) Borneo Region. Held at the J Borneo Native Village in Penampang, it is the biggest event organized by the club with 107 members from Sabah, Labuan, and Brunei. 320 participants in total comprising owners and their family members came together with vibrant activities like lucky draws and karaoke sessions. “Beyond the festivities, the 7th Mega TT Gathering stoo

Sime Darby Auto ConneXion launched a new Platinum variant 2023 Ford Ranger. Although the Ford Ranger Platinum is imported (CBU) from Thailand, Malaysia is the first market in Southeast Asia to launch it. Priced from RM 183,888, the Ranger Platinum is positioned above the Ranger Wildtrak. Mechanically, it’s unchanged from the Wildtrak, powered by the same 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel(210 PS / 500 Nm) paired to a 10-speed automatic transmission with part-time 4WD. What the Platinum variant adds howev