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.
Toyota Hilux Single Cab vs Ford Ranger Raptor: the short answer
Hilux Single Cab and Ranger Raptor are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Hilux Single Cab starts ZAR 972,800 cheaperHilux Single Cab from ZAR 326,200 · Ranger Raptor from ZAR 1,299,000
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Hilux Single Cab
Ranger Raptor
Maximum Power
Hilux Single Cab110 kW @ 3400 rpm
Ranger Raptor292 kW
Maximum Torque
Hilux Single Cab400 Nm
Ranger Raptor583 Nm
Engine Size
Hilux Single Cab2393 cc
Ranger Raptor2993 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Hilux Single Cab13.2 km/l
Ranger Raptor8.7 km/l
Ground Clearance
Hilux Single Cab269 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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Toyota Hilux Single Cab
2.4 GD-6 4X4 RAIDER 6MT
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Hilux Single Cab
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
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?
Hilux Single Cab
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
Hilux Single Cab
Ranger Raptor
Model Introduced Year
2020
2022
Generation
Eighth-generation Hilux Single Cab in Toyota South Africa's current range
Current-generation Ford Ranger
Facelift History
Current eighth-generation Toyota South Africa Hilux range
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 South African specification
Current
Body Style
Pickup
Pickup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Bakkie
Pickup
Vehicle Type
Pickup
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
Tare Mass Kg
-
2432 kg
Spec
Hilux Single Cab
Ranger Raptor
Length
5325 mm
5381 mm
Width
1855 mm
2028 mm
Height
1795 mm
1922 mm
Wheelbase
3085 mm
3270 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
269 mm
272 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
185 mm
185 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
80 l
Boot/Cargo Space
484 l
477 l
Kerb Weight
2203 kg
2432 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2870 kg
3160 kg
Payload Capacity
850 kg
728 kg
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
2500 kg
Seating Capacity
2 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
1 rows
2 rows
Doors
2 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.4 m
6.2 m
Front Headroom
992 mm
984 mm
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
940 mm
Front Legroom
1040 mm
1043 mm
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
896 mm
Spec
Hilux Single Cab
Ranger Raptor
Front Track Width
1540 mm
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
1550 mm
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
Tread (mm) 1540
Independent double wishbone with FOX adaptive dampers
Rear Suspension
Tread (mm) 1550
Coil spring with Watts linkage and FOX adaptive dampers
Chassis Type
-
Ladder Frame
Chassis Material
-
Ladder Frame
Spec
Hilux Single Cab
Ranger Raptor
Load Bed Length
2315 mm
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
1575 mm
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Manual
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Power Windows
Front One Touch Driver only
Yes
Keyless Entry
Standard Remote
Yes
Push Button Start
Rotary (Mechanical)
Yes
Wireless Charging
Yes
Yes
Sunroof
No
No
Electric Tailgate
No
No
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Yes
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Type
Manual
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Loadbox Length Mm
2315 mm
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
1575 mm
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
Hilux Single Cab
Ranger Raptor
Engine
2.4-litre Diesel
3-litre Twin Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Market-specific engine family
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2393 cc
2993 cc
Cylinders
4
6
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Twin Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common-rail direct injection
Direct injection
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
10.5:1
Bore
92 mm
82.0 mm
Stroke
90 mm
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
110 kW @ 3400 rpm
292 kW
Maximum Torque
400 Nm
583 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD
4WD
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
10-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
170 km/h
210 km/h
0-100 km/h
7.8 sec
7.8 sec
Quarter Mile
15.5 sec
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Standard Eco, Sport
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
4800 rpm
6500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
100 kW/tonne
120.1 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
220 Nm/tonne
239.7 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Hilux Single Cab
Ranger Raptor
Gearbox
6-speed manual
10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
4WD Part-Time
4WD
LSD Available
Standard
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Part-time four-wheel drive
Two-speed electronic transfer case
Differential Lock
Standard
Yes
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Yes
Final Drive Ratio
Yes
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
6
10
Transmission Type
6-speed manual
Automatic
Clutch Type
Yes
Torque converter
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Manual
Automatic selector
Drivetrain
4WD Part-Time
4WD
4WD Engagement
Part-time four-wheel drive
Electronic shift-on-the-fly
4WD Hi Range
Standard
Yes
4WD Lo Range
Standard
Yes
4WD Selector
Standard Switch
Electronic 4WD selector
Automatic Shift Paddles
Yes
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Yes
Gearbox Type
6-speed manual
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
2.7
Low Range
Standard
Yes
Axle Layout
4WD Part-Time
Front and rear driven axles
Rear Differential Lock
Standard
Yes
Transmission Speeds
6
10
Drive Mode Selector
-
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Spec
Hilux Single Cab
Ranger Raptor
Claimed Mileage
13.2 km/l
8.7 km/l
City Mileage
10.7 km/l
9.4 km/l
Highway Mileage
15.4 km/l
10.1 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
80 l
Emission Standard
Euro 6
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
1 l
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Available
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
13.2 km/l
8.7 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
80
80
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Hilux Single Cab
Ranger Raptor
Airbags
Side, Curtain, Driver, Passenger, Driver Knee
7
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Yes
Traction Control
Standard,
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Yes
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Not Applicable
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Applicable
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Yes
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Front Buzzer + Light
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Standard Front + Rear
Yes
AEB
Yes
Yes
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Yes
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
Yes
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
ELR, Pretensioner, Force Limiter
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Front Buzzer + Light
Yes
Side Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Yes
TCS
Standard,
Yes
Knee Airbag
Standard
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Spec
Hilux Single Cab
Ranger Raptor
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive cruise control
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Yes
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Yes
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Yes
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Standard Front + Rear
Front and rear
Rear View Camera
Yes
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Yes
Yes
Driver Fatigue Alert
Yes
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Yes
Yes
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Yes
Auto Wipers
Yes
Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard Front + Rear
Yes
Reverse Camera
Yes
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Park Assist
Yes
Yes
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Yes
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Yes
Yes
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Spec
Hilux Single Cab
Ranger Raptor
Seat Material
Fabric
Leather-accented upholstery
Heated Seats
Yes
Yes
Ventilated Seats
Yes
No
Ambient Lighting
Yes
Yes
Steering Wheel Material
4 Spoke Urethane
Leather
60 40 Split Seat
Without
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
Driver & Passenger Manual
Power adjustment
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Driver & Passenger Manual
Power adjustment
Seat Trim
Fabric
Leather-accented upholstery
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
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.
Multiple Ford South Africa factory exterior colours
Headlights
Not Available
Yes
Panoramic Sunroof
Yes
No
Body Type
-
Pickup
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Load Bed Liner
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Spec
Hilux Single Cab
Ranger Raptor
Approach Angle
25 deg
32.0 deg
Departure Angle
23 deg
27.0 deg
Wading Depth
Not Applicable
850 mm
Terrain Modes
Normal; Eco; Sport; Off-road
Normal | Sport | Slippery | Rock Crawl | Sand | Mud/Ruts | Baja
Locking Differential
Standard
Front and rear locking differentials
4WD System Type
Part-time four-wheel drive
Selectable 4WD with low range
Breakover Angle
Not Applicable
24.0 deg
Underbody Protection
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Descent Control
Yes
Yes
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
-
272 mm
Ground Clearance Min
-
272 mm
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
Hilux Single Cab
Ranger Raptor
Tyre Size
F:265-65R17 Alloy- R:265-65R17 Alloy
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Full Alloy
Full-size spare wheel
Wheel Rim Size
F:265-65R17 Alloy- R:265-65R17 Alloy
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Lever
Electronic parking brake
Spec
Hilux Single Cab
Ranger Raptor
Service Interval
12 months / 10 000 km
-
Service Plan
9 Services / 90 000 km
Not Available
Spec
Hilux Single Cab
Ranger Raptor
CO2 Emissions
1 g/km
Not Applicable
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Petrol
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Spec
Hilux Single Cab
Ranger Raptor
Ownership Role
Commercial and leisure
Flagship
Price Zar
636300 ZAR
1299000 ZAR
Pricing Role
Flagship
Current listed price
Starting Price
636300
1299000
Starting Price Zar
636300
1299000
Spec
Hilux Single Cab
Ranger Raptor
Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Years
3 years / 100 000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
3 years / 100 000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
5 years / unlimited km
Basic Warranty
3 years / 100 000 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 Hilux Single Cab 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: Hilux Single Cab 67 vs Ranger Raptor 94.
Efficiency index: Hilux Single Cab 61 vs Ranger Raptor 40.
Safety-equipment index: Hilux Single Cab 93 vs Ranger Raptor 98.
Practicality index: Hilux Single Cab 74 vs Ranger Raptor 77.
Ownership-cover index: Hilux Single Cab 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
Ranger Raptor leads by 6 points
Hilux Single Cab 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
Ranger Raptor
Performance
94/100
Efficiency
40/100
Safety
98/100
Practicality
77/100
Hilux Single Cab
Performance
67/100
Efficiency
61/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
74/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexFord Ranger Raptor
leads the specification evidence index with 80 pts
vs 74 pts for Hilux Single Cab
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Ranger Raptor leads. However, Hilux Single Cab 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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