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Omoda C9 SHS vs Ford Ranger Tremor: the short answer
C9 SHS has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Ranger Tremor remains close.
C9 SHS starts ZAR 39,100 cheaperC9 SHS from ZAR 999,900 · Ranger Tremor from ZAR 1,039,000
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
C9 SHS
Ranger Tremor
Maximum Power
C9 SHSNot Officially Disclosed
Ranger Tremor184 kW @ 3250 rpm
Maximum Torque
C9 SHSNot Officially Disclosed
Ranger Tremor600 Nm
Engine Size
C9 SHS1500 cc
Ranger Tremor2993 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
C9 SHS71.4 km/l
Ranger Tremor10.6 km/l
Ground Clearance
C9 SHS165 mm
Ranger Tremor261 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
C9 SHS
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Ranger Tremor
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
C9 SHS
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Ranger Tremor
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Tremor
Model Introduced Year
2025
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Current South Africa C9 SHS range
Current South African Ranger Tremor listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
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
Double Cab Pickup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
SUV
Mid-size Bakkie
Tare Mass Kg
Not Available
2365 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
Pickup
Body Type Cab
-
Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name
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: 3.0TD V6 Double Cab Tremor 10AT 4x4
Electrically controlled AWD using front hybrid drive and rear electric drive with automatic torque management
Available
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Available
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
DHT
10-Speed Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Axle Layout
AWD
4x4
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
3
10
Drive Mode Selector
-
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Tremor
Claimed Mileage
71.4 km/l
10.6 km/l
City Mileage
12.8 km/l
8.6 km/l
Highway Mileage
16.9 km/l
12.4 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
10.6 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 Tremor
Airbags
Multiple airbags
Dual front, front side, curtain and driver knee
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Dynamic Stability Control
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Child-seat support
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
All positions
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Standard
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Standard
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
All positions
Side Airbags
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Dynamic Stability Control
TCS
Standard
Standard
Knee Airbag
Standard
Driver knee
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
-
Perimeter alarm
Central Locking
-
Power door dead locks
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Perimeter alarm
Height Adjustable Seatbelts
-
Standard
Tracking System
-
Vehicle locator via app
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Tremor
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Standard
Front and rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Not Available
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Tremor
Seat Material
Leatherette / leather
Not Applicable
Heated Seats
Standard
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Standard
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Available
1450 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Available
1440 mm
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Power
Manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Power
Manual
Seat Trim
Leatherette / leather
Not Applicable
Seat Adjustment
-
Manual
Front Armrest
-
Centre console
Cup Holders
-
Standard
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Digital instrument cluster
Interior Colour Options
-
3
Door Map Pockets
-
Underseat stowage
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Manual
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Ranger Tremor grade before assuming a feature is included.
Floor Trim
-
Carpet
Floor Mats
-
Carpet
Interior Colours
-
3
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Tremor
Infotainment System
Touchscreen infotainment
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
8
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
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 inch touchscreen
Touchscreen
10.25-inch or larger by trim
12 inch touchscreen
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Standard
FM Radio
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch or larger by trim
12 inch touchscreen
Audio Controls On Steering
-
Standard
Audio
-
AM/FM stereo
Audio Speakers
8
6
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
USB-A and USB-C
Multi Information Display
-
Digital display
Connected Services
-
Ford app connectivity
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Bluetooth
Radio
-
AM/FM
Spec
C9 SHS
Ranger Tremor
LED Headlamps
Standard
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
Standard
Fog Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Roof Rails
Standard
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Khaki white, carbon crystal black, moonlight silver, grey and other official Omoda market colours where listed.
This C9 SHS and Ranger Tremor 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 Tremor 89.
Efficiency index: C9 SHS 96 vs Ranger Tremor 48.
Safety-equipment index: C9 SHS 94 vs Ranger Tremor 90.
Practicality index: C9 SHS 69 vs Ranger Tremor 85.
Ownership-cover index: C9 SHS not separately scored vs Ranger Tremor 76.
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.
Model imagery
C9 SHS and Ranger Tremor image comparison
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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 8 points
C9 SHS has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Ranger Tremor remains close.
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 Tremor
Performance
89/100
Efficiency
48/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
85/100
Ownership
76/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexOmoda C9 SHS
leads the specification evidence index with 87 pts
vs 79 pts for Ranger Tremor
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, C9 SHS leads. However, Ranger Tremor 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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