Nissan NP200 vs Ford Ranger

In-depth comparison in South Africa covering price, performance, fuel efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership costs.

Nissan NP200

1.6 Safety Pack Manual Petrol Manual

Change Car A

ZAR 284,900 ex-showroom

⚡ 65 kW (87 hp)

🔧 147 Nm

⛽ 12.5 km/l

Ford Ranger

2.0 Bi-Turbo Raptor 4x4 Automatic Diesel Automatic

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ZAR 1,040,000 ex-showroom

⚡ 157 kW (211 hp)

🔧 500 Nm

⛽ 12.8 km/l

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Quick Winners

⚡ Performance Ranger

⛽ Mileage NP200

🔑 Ownership Ranger

Overall Comparison Score

🏆 Winner

Ranger

/ 100

+25

pts

NP200

/ 100

High confidence result.

Executive Summary

Ranger dominates this comparison with clear advantages across multiple categories.

Key Differences At A Glance

Performance Ranger +11 pts

Efficiency NP200 +2 pts

Safety Ranger +8 pts

Practicality Ranger +4 pts

Ownership Ranger +4 pts

Category Score Breakdown

🏆 Overall Winner

Ranger

Performance 17/20

Efficiency 6/20

Safety 20/20

Practicality 11/20

Ownership 16/20

NP200

Performance 6/20

Efficiency 8/20

Safety 12/20

Practicality 7/20

Ownership 12/20

Pros & Cons

NP200

Pros

Better fuel efficiency

Cons

Less powerful engine setup
Less comprehensive safety features
Less practical in daily usage
Shorter warranty coverage

Best For: Fuel Efficiency

🏆 Overall Winner

Ranger

Pros

More powerful engine output
Stronger safety package
More practical for daily use
Better long-term ownership value

Cons

Lower fuel efficiency

Best For: Highway Driving Family Usage

Who Should Buy Which?

NP200

Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency

Ranger

Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Full Specification Comparison

Specification	NP200	Ranger
Ground Clearance	185	283
Wheelbase	2400	3270
Length	4535	5381
Width	1615	2180
Height	1530	1922
Kerb Weight	915	2345
Gross Vehicle Weight	1570	3130
Seating Capacity	2	5
Boot Space	Not Applicable	0
Towing Capacity	500	2500
Front Track Width	1390	-
Rear Track Width	1385	-
Turning Radius	5.5	-
Load Bed Length	1815	-
Load Bed Width	1530	-

Specification	NP200	Ranger
Engine	1.6L Naturally Aspirated Petrol	2.0L Bi-Turbo Diesel
Engine Type	Inline 4 Cylinder	Inline 4 Twin Turbocharged Intercooled
Displacement	1598	1996
Cylinders	4	4
Valves per Cylinder	4	4
Power	65	157
Power @ RPM	5200 rpm	-
Torque	147	500
Torque @ RPM	2800 rpm	-
Fuel System	Multi-Point Injection	Common Rail Direct Injection
Turbocharger	Not Available	-
Top Speed	155	180
0-100 km/h	14.5	10.2
Compression Ratio	9.5:1	-
Engine Position	Front Longitudinal	-

Specification	NP200	Ranger
Transmission	5-Speed Manual	10-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shift
Drive Type	RWD	4x4
Drivetrain Layout	Rear Wheel Drive	Full-Time 4WD
LSD Available	Not Available	Electronic Locking Rear Differential
Paddle Shifters	Not Available	-
Transfer Case	Not Applicable	Electronic Two-Speed Transfer Case
Differential Lock	Not Applicable	-

Specification	NP200	Ranger
Claimed Mileage	12.5	12.8
City Mileage	10	8
Highway Mileage	14	11
Fuel Tank Capacity	47	80
Emission Standard	Euro 5	Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity	Not Applicable	-
Auto Start Stop	Not Available	-

Specification	NP200	Ranger
Airbags	4	7
ABS	Standard	Standard
Electronic Stability Control	Standard	Standard
Traction Control	Standard	Standard
Hill Descent Control	Not Available	Standard
Hill Start Assist	Not Available	-
Child Safety Lock	Not Available	Standard
ISOFIX Mounts	Not Available	Standard
Brake Assist	Standard	Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Optional	Standard
Engine Immobiliser	Standard	Standard
Alarm System	Standard	-
Central Locking	Standard	-
Side Impact Beams	Not Available	-

Specification	NP200	Ranger
Cruise Control	Not Available	Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control	Not Available	Standard
Lane Keep Assist	Not Available	Standard
Lane Departure Warning	Not Available	-
Blind Spot Monitoring	Not Available	Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Not Available	Standard
Parking Sensors	Not Available	Front and Rear
Rear View Camera	Standard	Standard
360 Degree Camera	Not Available	Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking	Not Available	Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert	Not Available	-
Traffic Sign Recognition	Not Available	-

Specification	NP200	Ranger
Seat Material	Fabric	Raptor Leather and Suede
Seat Adjustment	Manual	Power Driver and Passenger
Heated Seats	Not Available	Standard
Ventilated Seats	Not Available	Standard
Steering Type	Hydraulic Power Assisted	Electric Power Steering
Steering Adjustment	Not Available	Tilt and Telescopic
Ambient Lighting	Not Available	Multi-Colour Ambient Lighting
Folding Rear Seats	Not Applicable	-
Front Armrest	Not Available	-
Rear Armrest	Not Applicable	-

Specification	NP200	Ranger
Climate Control	Manual AC	Dual Zone Automatic
Power Windows	Front	All Windows
Keyless Entry	Not Available	Smart Key
Push Button Start	Not Available	Standard
Wireless Charging	Not Available	Standard
Sunroof	Not Available	Not Available
Electric Tailgate	Not Available	Power Assisted Tailgate
Automatic Headlamps	Not Available	-
Rain Sensing Wipers	Not Available	-
Auto Dimming Mirror	Not Available	-

Specification	NP200	Ranger
Infotainment Screen	7-inch Touchscreen	12-inch Touchscreen with SYNC 4
Apple CarPlay	Optional	Wireless
Android Auto	Optional	Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity	Standard	Standard
Number of Speakers	4	10
Navigation System	Not Available	Integrated GPS Navigation
Digital Instrument Cluster	Not Available	-
USB Ports	1	-
Wireless Apple CarPlay	Not Available	-

Specification	NP200	Ranger
LED Headlamps	Halogen	Matrix LED with Adaptive Beam
Daytime Running Lamps	Not Available	LED
Fog Lamps	Not Available	LED
Roof Rails	Not Available	Heavy Duty Roof Rails
Alloy Wheel Design	Steel Wheels	17-inch Raptor Off-road Alloy
Chrome Exterior Finish	Not Available	-
Body Cladding	Not Available	-
Rear Spoiler	Not Available	-

Specification	NP200	Ranger
Tyre Size	175/70 R14	285/70 R17 All-Terrain
Wheel Type	Steel	Alloy
Front Brake Type	Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Disc
Spare Wheel Type	Full Size Steel Under-bed	-

Specification	NP200	Ranger
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	FOX Racing Shocks with Aluminium Control Arms
Rear Suspension	Leaf Spring	FOX Racing Shocks with Watt Link
Chassis Type	Ladder Frame	Reinforced Ladder Frame
Power Steering	Hydraulic	-
Steering Column	Not Adjustable	-

Specification	NP200	Ranger
Service Interval	10,000 km or 6 Months	15000 km / 12 months
Approx Service Cost	Approx R2,500	Premium
Battery Warranty	Not Applicable	24 Months
Maintenance Plan	Not Available	-

Specification	NP200	Ranger
Warranty Years	3	4
Warranty Kilometers	100000	120000
Roadside Assistance	3 Years	4 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty	6 Years	-

Specification	NP200	Ranger
CO2 Emissions	178	220
Start Stop System	Not Available	Standard
Hybrid System Type	Not Applicable	None
Noise Level	72	-

Specification	NP200	Ranger
Approach Angle	-	32
Departure Angle	-	24
Wading Depth	-	850
Terrain Modes	-	Normal
Locking Differential	-	Electronic Rear Lock

Final Verdict

🏆 Ford Ranger wins with 70 pts vs 45 pts for NP200

In structured scoring, Ranger emerges as the stronger overall package. However, NP200 may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.