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.
Terron 9 starts ZAR 519,100 cheaperRanger Raptor from ZAR 1,299,000 · Terron 9 from ZAR 779,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
Maximum Power
292 kW
163 kW @ 4000 rpm
Maximum Torque
583 Nm
520 Nm @ 1500-2400 rpm
Engine Size
2993 cc
2498 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
8.7 km/l
12.66 km/l
Ground Clearance
272 mm
220 mm
Boot / Load Bay
-
1344 l
Airbags
7
7
Kerb Weight
2432 kg
2440 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Warranty
4 years / 120 000 km
5 years / 200000 km
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
Ranger Raptor and Terron 9 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Ranger Raptor
+22 pts
Efficiency
Terron 9
+10 pts
Safety
Terron 9
+5 pts
Practicality
Terron 9
+12 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Catalogue-index leader
Ranger Raptor
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Performance
Terron 9
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Best suited to:Published EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Ranger Raptor
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Terron 9
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2025
Generation
Current South African Ranger Raptor listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Current South African Terron 9 generation.
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.
No later South African facelift is published.
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
2025
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Double Cab Pickup
Five-seat double-cab 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
-
Model Year
2026
2025
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Performance Bakkie
Pickup
Tare Mass Kg
2432 kg
-
Vehicle Type
Pickup
Pickup
Spec
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
Length
5381 mm
5500 mm
Width
2028 mm
1997 mm
Height
1922 mm
1874 mm
Wheelbase
3270 mm
3300 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
272 mm
220 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight
2432 kg
2440 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3160 kg
3300 kg
Payload Capacity
728 kg
860 kg
Towing Capacity
2500 kg
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Doors
4 doors
4 doors
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Boot/Cargo Space
-
1344 l
Number of Rows
-
2 rows
Minimum Turning Radius
-
6.7 m
Front Headroom
-
1030 mm
Rear Headroom
-
1010 mm
Front Legroom
-
1065 mm
Rear Legroom
-
965 mm
Spec
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Front Suspension
Not Available
Double wishbone independent
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Multi-link independent
Chassis Type
Ladder Frame
-
Chassis Material
Ladder Frame
-
Spec
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
-
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
-
Climate Control
Not Available
Dual-zone automatic
Power Windows
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Wireless
Standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Standard
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
-
AC Type
Not Available
Dual-zone automatic
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
-
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
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
Engine
3-litre Twin Turbocharged Petrol
2.5L turbo diesel
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
SC25R
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2993 cc
2498 cc
Cylinders
6
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
16
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Aspiration
Twin Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Common-rail direct injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
15.5:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
92 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
94 mm
Maximum Power
292 kW
163 kW @ 4000 rpm
Maximum Torque
583 Nm
520 Nm @ 1500-2400 rpm
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
10-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
180 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
11.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
18.1 sec
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco, Normal, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
120.1 kW/tonne
66.80 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
239.7 Nm/tonne
213.11 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
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
Gearbox
10-Speed Automatic
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Four Wheel Drive
Front-engine four-wheel drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Electronic traction management
Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Dual-range 4WD
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Rear
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Gears
10
8
Transmission Type
Automatic
Torque-converter automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Torque converter
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Standard
Gear Shift Type
10-Speed Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
4WD
4WD Engagement
Available
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Hi Range
Available
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Lo Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Selector
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Officially Disclosed
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Standard
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Available
Gearbox Type
10-Speed Automatic
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Standard
Axle Layout
4x4
Four-wheel drive
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Standard
Transmission Speeds
10
8
Spec
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
Claimed Mileage
8.7 km/l
12.66 km/l
City Mileage
9.4 km/l
10.2 km/l
Highway Mileage
10.1 km/l
14.29 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
80 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Real-world Mileage
8.7 km/l
12.66 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
1012.66
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
879.12 km
Spec
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
Airbags
7
7
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
AEB
Not Available
Standard
BA
Not Available
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Hill Hold
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Side Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
TCS
Not Available
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Spec
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Standard
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Standard
EV Mode
Not Available
-
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Standard
Spec
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
Seat Material
Not Applicable
Leather
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Standard
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Standard
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Standard
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Leather
Instrument Cluster Type
Digital instrument cluster
-
Interior Colour Options
3
-
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Electric
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Electric
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
-
Seat Trim
Not Applicable
Leather
Spec
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
Infotainment System
SYNC
12.3-inch touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
Not Available
8
Digital Instrument Cluster
Digital instrument cluster
12.3
USB Ports
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
12.3
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
12.3
Multi Information Display
Digital display
-
Connected Services
SYNC
-
Smartphone Connectivity
Bluetooth
-
Touchscreen
SYNC
12.3
Spec
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
LED
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Standard
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
3
Not Officially Disclosed
Body Type
Pickup
-
Exterior Colour Options
3
-
Headlights
Not Available
Standard
Load Bed Liner
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Standard
Spec
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
Approach Angle
Not Available
29 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
25 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
550 mm
Terrain Modes
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Snow; Mud; Sand
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Standard
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
4WD System Type
Four-wheel drive
Not Officially Disclosed
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Standard
Breakover Angle
Not Available
22 deg
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
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
Tyre Size
Not Available
275/55 R20
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Full-size spare
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
20
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Electronic parking brake
Spec
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
Warranty Years
4 years / 120 000 km
5 years / 200000 km
Warranty Kilometers
4 years / 120 000 km
5 years / 200000 km
Roadside Assistance
4 years / unlimited km
-
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 years / unlimited km
-
Basic Warranty
4 years / 120 000 km
5 years / 200000 km
Roadside Assistance
4 years / unlimited km
-
Warranty
4 years / 120 000 km
5 years / 200000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
4 years / unlimited km
-
Spec
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
CO2 Emissions
Not Applicable
208 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
-
Particulate Filter
Not Available
-
Spec
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
Service Plan
Not Available
5 years / 100000 km
Spec
Ranger Raptor
Terron 9
Ownership Role
Flagship
Passenger/utility vehicle
Price Zar
1299000 ZAR
849900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current go-live price
Starting Price
1299000
849900
Starting Price Zar
1299000
849900
Source-backed Catalogue Index
A transparent specification index shown only when every vehicle clears the minimum comparable-data threshold.
Weighted / 100
Catalogue-index readout
Ranger Raptor leads by 0 points
Ranger Raptor and Terron 9 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
Catalogue-index leader
Ranger Raptor
Performance
98/100
Efficiency
40/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
76/100
Terron 9
Performance
76/100
Efficiency
50/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
88/100
How to Read This Comparison
🏆Ford Ranger Raptor
leads the catalogue index with 80 pts
vs 80 pts for Terron 9
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, Ranger Raptor leads. However, Terron 9 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives 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.
Hagalu does not publish a guaranteed resale winner. Depreciation depends on age, mileage, condition, derivative, colour, supply and demand. Compare several current used-market listings and obtain trade-in valuations for equivalent examples before relying on a resale estimate.
Check the exact derivatives for drive type, ground clearance, tyres, approach and departure angles, wading depth and low-range gearing where officially disclosed. SUV styling or all-wheel drive alone does not prove that a vehicle is suitable for demanding off-road use.
Calculate each exact derivative using your monthly distance and a current fuel or electricity price, then add finance, insurance, scheduled service, tyres and licence costs. Hagalu does not claim a fixed monthly saving without those buyer-specific inputs.
It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This Ranger Raptor and Terron 9 comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Ranger Raptor 98 vs Terron 9 76.
Efficiency index: Ranger Raptor 40 vs Terron 9 50.
Safety-equipment index: Ranger Raptor 94 vs Terron 9 99.
Practicality index: Ranger Raptor 76 vs Terron 9 88.
Ownership-cover index: Ranger Raptor not separately scored vs Terron 9 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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