Hyundai H-100 Chassis Cab vs Ford Ranger

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.

Includes an archived model

Current and archived cars are compared side by side. Archived models keep their verified historical specs, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.

Ford Ranger
Hyundai H-100 Chassis Cab in South Africa

Hyundai H-100 Chassis Cab

2.6D Chassis Cab Aircon 5MT Diesel Manual
ZAR 391,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 58 kW 🔧 167 Nm ⛽ 10.2 km/l
VS
Ford Ranger in South Africa

Ford Ranger

Archive reference
No longer sold new historical model
No longer sold new Specs stay visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
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At a Glance — Who Wins What

⚡ Performance Ranger
⛽ Fuel Economy Ranger
🛡 Safety H-100 Chassis Cab
📦 Practicality H-100 Chassis Cab
🔑 Ownership H-100 Chassis Cab

Key Specs Side by Side

The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.

Spec H-100 Chassis Cab Ranger
Engine Power 58 kW Not confirmed
Torque 167 Nm Not confirmed
Engine Size 2607 cc Not confirmed
Claimed Mileage 10.2 km/l Not confirmed
Ground Clearance 185 mm Not confirmed
Boot / Load Bay Chassis cab; body plus payload 1581 kg l Not confirmed
Airbags Airbags not listed in official Hyundai H100 safety specification Not confirmed
Kerb Weight 1434 kg Not confirmed
Seating Capacity 3 Not confirmed
Warranty 5 Not confirmed

= leads in this spec

Archived models stay fully comparable. Verified specs remain visible; historical fields that were not source-confirmed are marked Not confirmed instead of being guessed.

The Bottom Line

H-100 Chassis Cab holds a noticeable edge over Ranger, especially in key ownership areas.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance Ranger +16 pts
Efficiency Ranger +4 pts
Safety H-100 Chassis Cab +62 pts
Practicality H-100 Chassis Cab +20 pts
Ownership H-100 Chassis Cab +15 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

🏆 Overall Winner

H-100 Chassis Cab

Strengths
  • Stronger safety package
  • More practical for daily use
  • Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to: Family Usage

Ranger

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
  • Less comprehensive safety features
  • Less practical in daily usage
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to: Highway Driving Fuel Efficiency

Which One's Right for You?

H-100 Chassis Cab

  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Ranger

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency

Full Specs, Side by Side

Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.

Spec H-100 Chassis Cab Ranger
Model Introduced Year Current local generation year not confirmed Not confirmed
Generation Current South African H-100 Chassis Cab listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data. Not confirmed
Facelift History Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle. Not confirmed
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version Not confirmed
Facelift Version Ending Current Not confirmed
Body Style Chassis cab Not confirmed
Body Type Cab Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name Not confirmed
Color Note Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering. Not confirmed
Dealer Stock Note Mid grade in the South Africa lineup Not confirmed
Model Year 2026 Not confirmed
Production Status published Not confirmed
Segment Pickup Not confirmed
Vehicle Type Pickup Not confirmed
Spec H-100 Chassis Cab Ranger
Ground Clearance 185 mm Not confirmed
Wheelbase 2640 mm Not confirmed
Length 4850 mm Not confirmed
Width 1740 mm Not confirmed
Height 1970 mm Not confirmed
Kerb Weight 1434 kg Not confirmed
Gross Vehicle Weight 3015 kg Not confirmed
Seating Capacity 3 Not confirmed
Boot Space Chassis cab; body plus payload 1581 kg l Not confirmed
Towing Capacity 1200 kg Not confirmed
Front Track Width - Not confirmed
Rear Track Width - Not confirmed
Turning Radius - Not confirmed
Load Bed Length Chassis cab; body plus payload 1581 kg l Not confirmed
Load Bed Width - Not confirmed
Front Legroom - Not confirmed
Rear Legroom - Not confirmed
Front Headroom - Not confirmed
Rear Headroom - Not confirmed
Front Shoulder Room - Not confirmed
Rear Shoulder Room - Not confirmed
Boot Space Seats Folded - Not confirmed
Number of Doors 2 Not confirmed
Max Payload 1581 kg Not confirmed
Boot Volume Chassis cab; body plus payload 1581 kg l Not confirmed
Doors 2 Not confirmed
Seats 3 Not confirmed
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 l Not confirmed
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg 3015 kg Not confirmed
Ground Clearance Max 185 mm Not confirmed
Ground Clearance Min 185 mm Not confirmed
Ground Clearance Mm 185 mm Not confirmed
Height Mm 1970 mm Not confirmed
Length Mm 4850 mm Not confirmed
Loadbox Length Mm Chassis cab; body plus payload 1581 kg l Not confirmed
Loadbox Width Mm - Not confirmed
Payload Kg 1581 kg Not confirmed
Cargo Volume Chassis cab; body plus payload 1581 kg l Not confirmed
Tare Mass Kg 1434 kg Not confirmed
Turning Circle - Not confirmed
Turning Circle M - Not confirmed
Width Mm 1740 mm Not confirmed

Overall Verdict Score

Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.

Weighted / 100
Verdict readout

H-100 Chassis Cab leads by 16 points

H-100 Chassis Cab holds a noticeable edge over Ranger, especially in key ownership areas.

Winner 55 /100
Lead 16 points
Data 92% confidence
55
#1 Winner

H-100 Chassis Cab

92% data confidence 1 strong categories
Best at Practicality 70 Check Performance 34
Performance 34
Efficiency 46
Safety 62
Practicality 70
Ownership 65
Leads by 16 points
39
#2

Ranger

11% data confidence 0 strong categories
Best at Performance 50 Check Safety 0
Performance 50
Efficiency 50
Safety 0
Practicality 50
Ownership 50
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance Ranger +16 Efficiency Ranger +4 Safety H-100 Chassis Cab +62 Practicality H-100 Chassis Cab +20 Ownership H-100 Chassis Cab +15

Moderate difference between the models.

Why this score View full breakdown
Overall Winner

H-100 Chassis Cab

Performance 34/100
Efficiency 46/100
Safety 62/100
Practicality 70/100
Ownership 65/100

Ranger

Performance 50/100
Efficiency 50/100
Safety 0/100
Practicality 50/100
Ownership 50/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Hyundai H-100 Chassis Cab wins with 55 pts vs 39 pts for Ranger

In structured scoring, H-100 Chassis Cab emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Ranger may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Questions Buyers Usually Ask

On our scoring the H-100 Chassis Cab edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.

Efficiency scores: H-100 Chassis Cab 46 vs Ranger 50. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.

Safety scores: H-100 Chassis Cab 62, Ranger 0. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.

Long-term ownership scores: H-100 Chassis Cab 65, Ranger 50. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.

Practicality scores: H-100 Chassis Cab 70, Ranger 50. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: H-100 Chassis Cab 34, Ranger 50. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.

Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.

Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.

Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The H-100 Chassis Cab edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The H-100 Chassis Cab scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.

In Depth — Breaking It All Down

The comparison between H-100 Chassis Cab and Ranger in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: H-100 Chassis Cab scores 34 vs 50.

Efficiency: H-100 Chassis Cab scores 46 vs 50.

Safety: H-100 Chassis Cab scores 62 vs 0.

Practicality: H-100 Chassis Cab scores 70 vs 50.

Ownership: H-100 Chassis Cab scores 65 vs 50.

Final structured scoring gives H-100 Chassis Cab the advantage in this comparison.