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.
S4 Game Viewer starts ZAR 1299000 cheaperRanger Raptor from ZAR 1,299,000 · S4 Game Viewer from ZAR 503,749
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
Engine Power
292
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Torque
583
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Engine Size
2993
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Claimed Mileage
Not Applicable
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Ground Clearance
272 mm
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Boot Space
Not Applicable
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Airbags
Not Available
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Kerb Weight
Not Applicable
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Seating Capacity
5
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Warranty
4 years / 120 000 km
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= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
Ranger Raptor holds a noticeable edge over S4 Game Viewer, especially in key ownership areas.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Ranger Raptor
+48 pts
Efficiency
Ranger Raptor
+6 pts
Safety
Ranger Raptor
+19 pts
Practicality
Ranger Raptor
+25 pts
Ownership
S4 Game Viewer
+16 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
🏆 Overall Winner
Ranger Raptor
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger safety package
More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFuel EfficiencyFamily Usage
S4 Game Viewer
Strengths
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Less comprehensive safety features
Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to:General Use
Which One's Right for You?
Ranger Raptor
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability
S4 Game Viewer
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
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Generation
Current South African Ranger Raptor listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
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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.
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Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
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Facelift Version Ending
Current
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Body Style
Double Cab Pickup
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Body Type Cab
Pickup
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Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
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Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
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Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: Raptor 3.0T V6 10AT 4x4
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Model Year
2026
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Production Status
active
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Segment
Performance Bakkie
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Vehicle Type
Pickup
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Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
Ground Clearance
272 mm
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Wheelbase
3270 mm
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Length
5381 mm
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Width
2028 mm
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Height
1922 mm
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Kerb Weight
Not Applicable
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Gross Vehicle Weight
Not Applicable
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Seating Capacity
5
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Boot Space
Not Applicable
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Towing Capacity
2500 kg
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Front Track Width
Not Applicable
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Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
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Turning Radius
Not Applicable
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Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
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Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
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Front Legroom
Not Applicable
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Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
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Front Headroom
Not Applicable
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Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
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Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
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Number of Doors
4
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Max Payload
655 kg
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Boot Volume
Not Applicable
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Doors
4
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Seats
5
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Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
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Gross Vehicle Mass Kg
Not Applicable
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Ground Clearance Max
272 mm
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Ground Clearance Min
272 mm
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Ground Clearance Mm
272 mm
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Height Mm
1922 mm
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Length Mm
5381 mm
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Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
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Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
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Payload Kg
655 kg
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Cargo Volume
Not Applicable
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Tare Mass Kg
Not Applicable
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Turning Circle
Not Applicable
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Turning Circle M
Not Applicable
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Width Mm
2028 mm
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Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
Engine
3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 Petrol
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Engine Type
V6 Twin Turbo Petrol
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Displacement
2993 cc
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Cylinders
6
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Valves per Cylinder
Not Applicable
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Power
292 kW
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Power @ RPM
Not Applicable
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Torque
583 Nm
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Torque @ RPM
Not Applicable
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Fuel System
Not Applicable
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Turbocharger
Twin Turbo
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Top Speed
Not Applicable
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0-100 km/h
Not Applicable
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Compression Ratio
Not Applicable
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Cylinder Bore
Not Applicable
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Piston Stroke
Not Applicable
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Engine Code
Not Applicable
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Power
392 bhp
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Fuel Grade Required
Petrol
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Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
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Engine Aspiration
Twin Turbo
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Engine Type Config
3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 Petrol
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0–100 km/h
Not Applicable
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Battery Capacity
Not Available
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Charging Port
Not Available
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AC Charging Time
Not Available
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Engine Displacement
2993 cc
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Engine Displacement Litres
2.99 l
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EV Range
Not Available
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Acceleration 0 100
Not Applicable
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Combined System Power
Not Available
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Combined System Torque
Not Available
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Engine Config
3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 Petrol
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Engine Cylinders
6
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Engine Displacement Cc
2993 cc
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Engine Power kW
292 kW
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Engine Torque Nm
583 Nm
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Engine Valves
Not Applicable
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Induction
Twin Turbo
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Max Power kW
292 kW
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Max Torque Nm
583 Nm
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Maximum Power
292 kW
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Maximum Torque
583 Nm
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Motor Position
Not Available
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Motor Power
Not Available
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Motor Torque
Not Available
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Motor Type
Not Available
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Power kW Rpm
Not Applicable
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System Output
Not Available
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Torque Nm Rpm
Not Applicable
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Turbo Type
Twin Turbo
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Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
Transmission
Automatic
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Drive Type
4WD / AWD
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Drivetrain Layout
Four Wheel Drive
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LSD Available
Not Applicable
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Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
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Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
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Number of Gears
10 km/h
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Transmission Type
Automatic
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Clutch Type
Not Applicable
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Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
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Transmission
Automatic
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4WD Engagement
Available
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4WD Hi Range
Available
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4WD Lo Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
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4WD Selector
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
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Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
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Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Gearbox Type
Automatic
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Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
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Axle Layout
4WD / AWD
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Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Transmission Speeds
10 km/h
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Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
Claimed Mileage
Not Applicable
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City Mileage
Not Applicable
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Highway Mileage
Not Applicable
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Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
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Emission Standard
Not Applicable
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AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
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Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
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Average Fuel Consumption
Not Applicable
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Claimed Fuel Consumption
Not Applicable
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Fuel Efficiency
Not Applicable
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Real-world Mileage
Not Applicable
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AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
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Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
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Charging Time AC Full
Not Applicable
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Charging Time DC Fast 80pct
Not Applicable
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Charging Type
Not Applicable
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Combined Consumption
Not Applicable
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Combined Consumption L 100km
Not Applicable
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DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
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Fuel Economy Combined
Not Applicable
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Fuel Tank Litres
80 l
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Fuel Type
Petrol
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Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
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Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
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Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
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Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
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Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
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Range Wltp
Not Applicable
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Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
Airbags
Not Available
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ABS
Standard
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Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
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Traction Control
Not Available
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Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Hill Start Assist
Not Available
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Child Safety Lock
Not Available
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ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
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Brake Assist
Not Available
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Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
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Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
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Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
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Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
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AEB
Not Available
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BA
Not Available
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Brake Override System
Not Available
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Curtain Airbags
Not Available
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Driver Airbag
Not Available
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EBD
Standard
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Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
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Hill Hold
Not Available
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Passenger Airbag
Not Available
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
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Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
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Side Airbags
Not Available
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TCS
Not Available
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Knee Airbag
Not Available
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ABS EBD
Standard
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Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
Cruise Control
Not Available
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
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Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
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Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
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Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
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Parking Sensors
Not Available
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Rear View Camera
Not Available
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360 Degree Camera
Not Available
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Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
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Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
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Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
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Auto Highbeam
Not Available
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Auto Wipers
Not Available
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Drive Modes
Not Available
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EV Mode
Not Available
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Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
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Reverse Camera
Not Available
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
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Park Assist
Not Available
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Around View Monitor
Not Available
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Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
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Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
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Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
Seat Material
Not Applicable
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Heated Seats
Not Applicable
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Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
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Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
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Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
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Instrument Cluster Type
Digital instrument cluster
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Interior Colour Options
3
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60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
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Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
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Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
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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.
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Interior Colours
3
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Seat Capacity
5
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Seat Count
5
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Seat Trim
Not Applicable
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Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
Climate Control
Not Available
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Power Windows
Not Available
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Keyless Entry
Not Available
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Push Button Start
Not Available
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Wireless Charging
Wireless
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Sunroof
Not Available
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Electric Tailgate
Not Available
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Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
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AC Type
Not Available
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Gear Shift Type
10-Speed Automatic
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Payload Capacity
Bakkie payload-rated derivative
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Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
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Service Plan
Not Available
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Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Stability Control
Not Available
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Valves Per Cylinder
Not Applicable
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Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
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Battery Voltage
Not Available
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Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
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Load Bed Light
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
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Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
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One Pedal Driving
Not Available
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Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
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Rear Step Bumper
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
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Regenerative Braking
Not Available
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Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
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Source Model Column
ranger-raptor
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Sub Frame
Ladder Frame
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Tailgate Lock
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
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Tie Down Hooks
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
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Tow Bar Type
Bakkie towing support
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Towbar
Bakkie towing support
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Trailer Hitch
Bakkie towing support
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Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Trim Level
flagship
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Variant Role
Performance-focused derivative
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Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
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Vehicle To Load
Not Available
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Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
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Apple CarPlay
Standard
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Android Auto
Standard
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Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
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Number of Speakers
Not Available
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Digital Instrument Cluster
Digital instrument cluster
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USB Ports
Not Available
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Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
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Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
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Infotainment Screen
SYNC
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Multi Information Display
Digital display
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Connected Services
SYNC
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Smartphone Connectivity
Bluetooth
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Touchscreen
SYNC
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Wireless Android Auto
Standard
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Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
LED Headlamps
Not Available
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Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
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Fog Lamps
Not Available
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Roof Rails
Not Available
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Exterior Colour Options
3
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Body Type
Pickup
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Exterior Colour Options
3
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Headlights
Not Available
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Load Bed Liner
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
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Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
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Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
Approach Angle
Not Available
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Departure Angle
Not Available
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Wading Depth
Not Available
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Terrain Modes
4WD/off-road drive mode support
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Locking Differential
Not Applicable
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Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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4WD System Type
4WD / AWD
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Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Breakover Angle
Not Available
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Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
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Off Road Traction Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Terrain Mode Mud
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Terrain Mode Sand
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Terrain Mode Snow
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
Tyre Size
Not Available
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Front Brake Type
Not Available
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Rear Brake Type
Not Available
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Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
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Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
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Braked Towing Capacity
Bakkie towing support
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Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
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Towing Braked Kg
Bakkie towing support
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Wheelbase Mm
3270 mm
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Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
Front Suspension
Not Available
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Rear Suspension
Not Available
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Chassis Type
Ladder Frame
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Chassis Material
Ladder Frame
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Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
Warranty Years
4 years / 120 000 km
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Warranty Kilometers
4 years / 120 000 km
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Roadside Assistance
4 years / unlimited km
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Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 years / unlimited km
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Basic Warranty
4 years / 120 000 km
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Roadside Assistance
4 years / unlimited km
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Warranty
4 years / 120 000 km
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Warranty Roadside Assistance
4 years / unlimited km
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Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
CO2 Emissions
Not Applicable
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Hybrid System Type
Not Available
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Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
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Particulate Filter
Not Available
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Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
Battery Type
Not Available
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Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
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Spec
Ranger Raptor
S4 Game Viewer
Ownership Role
Flagship
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Price Source
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
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Price Zar
1299000 ZAR
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Pricing Role
Current listed price
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Starting Price
1299000
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Starting Price Zar
1299000
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Overall Verdict Score
Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.
Weighted / 100
Verdict readout
Ranger Raptor leads by 20 points
Ranger Raptor holds a noticeable edge over S4 Game Viewer, especially in key ownership areas.
🏆Ford Ranger Raptor
wins with 59 pts
vs 39 pts for S4 Game Viewer
In structured scoring, Ranger Raptor emerges as the stronger overall package. However, S4 Game Viewer may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
See how similar cars go head-to-head — you might find a better fit than you expected.
On our scoring the Ranger Raptor 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: Ranger Raptor 56 vs S4 Game Viewer 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: Ranger Raptor 19, S4 Game Viewer 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: Ranger Raptor 34, S4 Game Viewer 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: Ranger Raptor 75, S4 Game Viewer 50. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: Ranger Raptor 98, S4 Game Viewer 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 Ranger Raptor edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The Ranger Raptor 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 Ranger Raptor and S4 Game Viewer in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Ranger Raptor scores 98 vs 50.
Efficiency: Ranger Raptor scores 56 vs 50.
Safety: Ranger Raptor scores 19 vs 0.
Practicality: Ranger Raptor scores 75 vs 50.
Ownership: Ranger Raptor scores 34 vs 50.
Final structured scoring gives Ranger Raptor
the advantage in this comparison.
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