KUALA LUMPUR: Ford's 2026 lineup of its ever-popular Ranger pickup truck debuts locally in the form of three variants.
Starting with the top option Ranger Platinum that is powered by Ford’s most powerful diesel engine available in Malaysia.
It is equipped with a 3.0L V6 turbo diesel engine that delivers 250PS at 3,250rpm and 600Nm of torque at 1,750rpm.
Distinctive design elements includes the exclusive Platinum grille, 20-inch alloy wheels, Flexible Rack System and exclusive Acacia Green exterior colour,
Inside, the premium cabin features exclusive Platinum interior finishes, quilted leather-accented seats with heating and ventilation for both the driver and front passenger, signature Platinum embossing, and a Bang & Olufsen 8-speaker sound system, delivering exceptional comfort and sophistication on every journey.
Next up is the athletic Ranger Sport that is available with 3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel and 2.0L Turbo Diesel engine options.
It features an aggressive grille design with sporty black accents, 18-inch alloy wheels and distinctive exterior styling.
Cabin is enhanced with sleek two-tone seats and a digital instrument cluster. The 3.0L variant adopts a full-time 4-wheel drive system while the 2.0L variant has a part-time 4-wheel drive system.
Lastly is the workhorse Ranger XL that features a bold front face, durable wheel design and enhanced exterior details.
Its safety features includes six airbags around the cabin and intuitive technologies help keep drivers connected.
Regardless of choice all of them offer up to 1,000kg payload capacity, up to 3,500kg towing capability and up to 800mm water-wading depth.
They are supported by common features such as the Common Rail Direct Injection fuel system, 10-speed automatic with select shift transmission, Electronic Shift-on-the-Fly (ESOF), and Electromagnetic Transfer Case (EMTC).
Wheel options come in either alloy and steel, while the highlight of the cabin are its two-tone seat interior, a 12-inch Multi-Touchscreen Display Head Unit with Wireless Apple CarPlay-Android Auto, Bluetooth connectivity and voice recognition, electronic dual-zone climate control air conditioning and up to four USB charging ports.
Reaching a significant milestone with more than 24,000 Rangers on Malaysian roads since the model was introduced in 2022, Sime Darby Auto ConneXion managing director Turse Zuhair said the next-generation Ford Ranger has undoubtedly become a true Malaysian favourite.
"This demonstrates the trust and confidence customers have in the Ranger’s capabilities. This trust has been built on Ford’s relentless focus on quality, which was recently recognised when Ford was named the No.1 mainstream automotive brand in the 2026 J.D. Power U.S. Initial Quality Study.
“As customer expectations continue to evolve, we are expanding the Ranger family to offer vehicles that deliver the ideal balance of toughness, advanced technology and premium comfort. Through Ford's Ready, Set, Ford philosophy, we aim to empower customers to feel ready for anything – whether it is supporting their businesses, connecting with family or pursuing their next adventure,” he added.
Aside from the introduction of the Rangers, Sime Darby Auto ConneXion announced it has also established a new parts hub in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah in its effort to strengthen after-sales support in East Malaysia.
With customers across East Malaysia now having easier access to genuine Ford parts and timely servicing, the facility is an extension of the existing central parts hub in Shah Alam, Selangor.
The new facility will commence phased operations starting July 27. It serves as a key enhancement to Ford’s aftersales infrastructure in East Malaysia and will carry an initial inventory of approximately 1,000 fast-moving genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts, including maintenance, wear-and-tear and accident repair components.
Supporting authorised Ford dealerships across East Malaysia, the new hub is expected to significantly reduce parts lead times, with selected fast-moving parts available for same day delivery within the Kota Kinabalu area. This will enable faster repairs, improve workshop efficiency and deliver a seamless ownership experience.
In all, operations are backed by a network of 33 authorised Ford dealer locations nationwide with Auto ConneXion-Ford providing customers with access to Ford sales, servicing and support across major cities and smaller communities throughout Malaysia.
This includes nine authorised Ford sales and service touchpoints across East Malaysia that comprises of seven dealerships and two dedicated service-only centres, with service support extended to communities in Kapit and Mukah, Sarawak.
The 2026 Ranger line-up is now available for booking at authorised Ford dealerships nationwide with Peninsular Malaysia prices (on-the-road, without insurance) starting from RM205,888 for the Ranger Platinum, RM159,888 for the Ranger Sport 3.0L, RM145,888 for the Ranger Sport 2.0L and RM127,888 for the Ranger XL.
In celebration of the arrival of the newly launched models and as part of a limited launch promotion, customers who purchase the Ranger XL and Ranger Sport 2.0L by Aug 31 this year will receive a complimentary Ford Front HD1080p Dashcam while purchases of Ranger Sport 3.0L and Ranger Platinum 3.0L (terms and conditions apply) come with a complimentary two-year Basic Extended Service Plan (ESP).
Ford owners and enthusiasts are also invited to the inaugural Ford Nation event on Aug 1 from 5pm – 10pm at Heritage Valley, Kuala Lumpur to celebrate the growing Ford community through exclusive showcases, activities and shared experiences.
