A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance,
fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
Omoda C9 SHS vs Ford Ranger Raptor: the short answer
C9 SHS and Ranger Raptor are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
C9 SHS starts ZAR 299,100 cheaperC9 SHS from ZAR 999,900 · Ranger Raptor from ZAR 1,299,000
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
Maximum Power
C9 SHSNot Officially Disclosed
Ranger Raptor292 kW
Maximum Torque
C9 SHSNot Officially Disclosed
Ranger Raptor583 Nm
Engine Size
C9 SHS1500 cc
Ranger Raptor2993 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
C9 SHS71.4 km/l
Ranger Raptor8.7 km/l
Ground Clearance
C9 SHS165 mm
Ranger Raptor272 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
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Omoda C9 SHS
C9 SHS AWD
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
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Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
C9 SHS
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Ranger Raptor
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
C9 SHS
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Ranger Raptor
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
Model Introduced Year
2025
2022
Generation
Current South Africa C9 SHS range
Current-generation Ford Ranger
Facelift History
Current South Africa version listed by official source
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
2025
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
Pickup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
SUV
Pickup
Tare Mass Kg
Not Available
2432 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
Pickup
Body Type Cab
-
Pickup
Color Note
-
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
-
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
-
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: Raptor 3.0T V6 10AT 4x4
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
Length
4775 mm
5381 mm
Width
1920 mm
2028 mm
Height
1671 mm
1922 mm
Wheelbase
2800 mm
3270 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
165 mm
272 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
140 mm
185 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
80 l
Boot/Cargo Space
660 l
477 l
Kerb Weight
2195 kg
2432 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2717 kg
3160 kg
Payload Capacity
522 kg
728 kg
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
2500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.8 m
6.2 m
Front Headroom
1005 mm
984 mm
Rear Headroom
970 mm
940 mm
Front Legroom
1070 mm
1043 mm
Rear Legroom
960 mm
896 mm
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
Front Track Width
Not Available
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Available
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
Independent double wishbone with FOX adaptive dampers
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Coil spring with Watts linkage and FOX adaptive dampers
Chassis Type
-
Ladder Frame
Chassis Material
-
Ladder Frame
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Automatic
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Power Windows
Standard
Yes
Keyless Entry
Standard
Yes
Push Button Start
Standard
Yes
Wireless Charging
Standard
Yes
Sunroof
Standard
No
Electric Tailgate
Standard
No
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Yes
Boot Space Seats Folded
1783 l
Not Applicable
AC Type
Automatic
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Skid Plates
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Rear Step Bumper
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Source Model Column
-
ranger-raptor
Sub Frame
-
Ladder Frame
Tailgate Lock
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Tie Down Hooks
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Tow Bar Type
-
Bakkie towing support
Towbar
-
Bakkie towing support
Trailer Hitch
-
Bakkie towing support
Trailer Stability Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trim Level
-
flagship
Variant Role
-
Performance-focused derivative
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
3-litre Twin Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
SQRH4J15
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Petrol
Hybrid System
Plug-in Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1500 cc
2993 cc
Cylinders
4
6
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Twin Turbocharged
Fuel System
Petrol injection
Direct injection
Compression Ratio
14.5:1
10.5:1
Bore
72.0 mm
82.0 mm
Stroke
92.0 mm
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
Not Officially Disclosed
292 kW
Maximum Torque
Not Officially Disclosed
583 Nm
Combined Power
440 kW
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
915 Nm
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Permanent-magnet synchronous traction motors
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
3
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Front and rear axles
Not Applicable
Drive Type
AWD
4WD
Transmission
3-Speed Automatic
10-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
180 km/h
210 km/h
0-100 km/h
4.9 sec
7.8 sec
Quarter Mile
13.3 sec
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport, Snow, Mud, Sand, Off-Road
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
6000 rpm
6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
200.5 kW/tonne
120.1 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
416.9 Nm/tonne
239.7 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
34.46 kWh
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
31.0 kWh
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Lithium-ion traction battery
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
322 V
Not Applicable
Electric Range
150 km (WLTP)
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
6.6 kW
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
70 kW
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
5 h 30 min (30-100%)
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
25 min (30-80%)
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Yes
Not Applicable
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
Gearbox
3-Speed DHT
10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
AWD
4WD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Two-speed electronic transfer case
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Yes
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Yes
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
3
10
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Automatic clutch
Torque converter
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Electric
Automatic selector
Drivetrain
AWD
4WD
4WD Engagement
Electrically controlled AWD using front hybrid drive and rear electric drive with automatic torque management
Electronic shift-on-the-fly
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Yes
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Yes
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Electronic 4WD selector
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Yes
Gearbox Type
DHT
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
2.7
Low Range
Not Applicable
Yes
Axle Layout
AWD
Front and rear driven axles
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Yes
Transmission Speeds
3
10
Drive Mode Selector
-
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
Claimed Mileage
71.4 km/l
8.7 km/l
City Mileage
12.8 km/l
9.4 km/l
Highway Mileage
16.9 km/l
10.1 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
80 l
Emission Standard
Euro VIb
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
71.4 km/l
8.7 km/l
Charging Port Type
Plug-in hybrid AC/DC
Not Applicable
Charging Type
AC and DC fast charging
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
70
80
Combined Driving Range
1100
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
22.7
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Available
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Available
Not Applicable
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
Airbags
Multiple airbags
7
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Yes
Traction Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Yes
AEB
Standard
Yes
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Standard
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Standard
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Hill Hold
Standard
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Yes
Side Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Yes
TCS
Standard
Yes
Knee Airbag
Standard
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive cruise control
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Yes
Parking Sensors
Standard
Front and rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Yes
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Yes
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Yes
Auto Wipers
Standard
Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Yes
Reverse Camera
Standard
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Yes
Park Assist
Not Available
Yes
Around View Monitor
Standard
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Yes
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
Seat Material
Leatherette / leather
Leather-accented upholstery
Heated Seats
Standard
Yes
Ventilated Seats
Standard
No
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Yes
Front Shoulder Room
Not Available
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Available
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Leather
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
Power
Power adjustment
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Power
Power adjustment
Seat Trim
Leatherette / leather
Leather-accented upholstery
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Digital instrument cluster
Interior Colour Options
-
3
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Ranger Raptor grade before assuming a feature is included.
Interior Colours
-
3
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
Infotainment System
Touchscreen infotainment
SYNC 4 infotainment system
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Yes
Number of Speakers
8
10
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
12.4-inch digital instrument cluster
USB Ports
Front and rear USB where listed
USB-A and USB-C
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch or larger by trim
12
Touchscreen
10.25-inch or larger by trim
12
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch or larger by trim
12
Multi Information Display
-
Digital display
Connected Services
-
SYNC
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Bluetooth
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
LED Headlamps
Standard
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
LED daytime running lights
Fog Lamps
Standard
Yes
Roof Rails
Standard
No
Exterior Colour Options
Khaki white, carbon crystal black, moonlight silver, grey and other official Omoda market colours where listed.
Multiple Ford South Africa factory exterior colours
Headlights
Standard
Yes
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
No
Body Type
-
Pickup
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Load Bed Liner
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
Approach Angle
Not Available
32.0 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
27.0 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
850 mm
Terrain Modes
Standard
Normal | Sport | Slippery | Rock Crawl | Sand | Mud/Ruts | Baja
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Front and rear locking differentials
4WD System Type
AWD / 4WD as listed
Selectable 4WD with low range
Breakover Angle
Not Available
24.0 deg
Ground Clearance Max
165 mm
272 mm
Ground Clearance Min
165 mm
272 mm
Underbody Protection
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Yes
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
Tyre Size
245/50 R20
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Full-size spare wheel
Wheel Rim Size
245/50 R20
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Electronic parking brake
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
CO2 Emissions
Not Available
Not Applicable
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Available
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
Service Plan
5 Years / 75 000 km
Not Available
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
Ownership Role
flagship or capability-focused
Flagship
Price Zar
999900 ZAR
1299000 ZAR
Pricing Role
flagship or capability-focused
Current listed price
Starting Price
999900
1299000
Starting Price Zar
999900
1299000
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Raptor
Warranty
7 Years / 200 000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Years
7 Years / 200 000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
7 Years / 200 000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
5 years / unlimited km
Basic Warranty
7 Years / 200 000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
In depth: how these cars differ
This C9 SHS and Ranger Raptor comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: C9 SHS 92 vs Ranger Raptor 94.
Efficiency index: C9 SHS 96 vs Ranger Raptor 40.
Safety-equipment index: C9 SHS 94 vs Ranger Raptor 98.
Practicality index: C9 SHS 69 vs Ranger Raptor 77.
Ownership-cover index: C9 SHS not separately scored vs Ranger Raptor not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
C9 SHS leads by 7 points
C9 SHS and Ranger Raptor are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
C9 SHS
Performance
92/100
Efficiency
96/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
69/100
Ranger Raptor
Performance
94/100
Efficiency
40/100
Safety
98/100
Practicality
77/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexOmoda C9 SHS
leads the specification evidence index with 87 pts
vs 80 pts for Ranger Raptor
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, C9 SHS leads. However, Ranger Raptor may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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