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.
Tasman starts ZAR 735000 cheaperRanger Sport from ZAR 735,000 · Tasman from ZAR 679,995
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Ranger Sport
Tasman
Engine Power
222
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Torque
452
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Engine Size
2261
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Claimed Mileage
10.8
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Ground Clearance
237
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Boot Space
Not Applicable
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Airbags
Dual front, front side, curtain and driver knee
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Kerb Weight
2055
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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 Sport holds a noticeable edge over Tasman, especially in key ownership areas.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Ranger Sport
+37 pts
Efficiency
Tasman
+4 pts
Safety
Ranger Sport
+47 pts
Practicality
Ranger Sport
+36 pts
Ownership
Tasman
+16 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
🏆 Overall Winner
Ranger Sport
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger safety package
More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFamily Usage
Tasman
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Less comprehensive safety features
Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to:Fuel Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Ranger Sport
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Tasman
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
Ranger Sport
Tasman
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
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Generation
Current South African Ranger Sport 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
Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name
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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
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
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Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.3T EcoBoost Double Cab Sport 10AT 4x2
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Model Year
2026
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Production Status
active
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Segment
Mid-size Bakkie
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Vehicle Type
Pickup
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Spec
Ranger Sport
Tasman
Ground Clearance
237 mm
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Wheelbase
3270 mm
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Length
5350 mm
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Width
1918 mm
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Height
1886 mm
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Kerb Weight
2055 kg
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Gross Vehicle Weight
3100 kg
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Seating Capacity
5
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Boot Space
Not Applicable
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Towing Capacity
3500 kg
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Front Track Width
1620 mm
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Rear Track Width
1620 mm
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Turning Radius
12.9 m
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Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
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Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
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Front Legroom
1057 mm
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Rear Legroom
879 mm
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Front Headroom
1024 mm
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Rear Headroom
989 mm
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Front Shoulder Room
1450 mm
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Rear Shoulder Room
1440 mm
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Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
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Number of Doors
4
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Max Payload
1045 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
3100 kg
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Ground Clearance Max
237 mm
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Ground Clearance Min
237 mm
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Ground Clearance Mm
237 mm
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Height Mm
1886 mm
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Length Mm
5350 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
1045 kg
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Cargo Volume
Not Applicable
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Tare Mass Kg
2055 kg
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Tracking System
Vehicle locator via app
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Turning Circle
12.9 m
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Turning Circle M
12.9 m
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Width Mm
1918 mm
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Spec
Ranger Sport
Tasman
Engine
2.3L EcoBoost Turbo Petrol
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Engine Type
Inline 4 Cylinder Turbo Petrol
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Displacement
2261 cc
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Cylinders
4
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Valves per Cylinder
Not Applicable
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Power
222 kW
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Power @ RPM
5900
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Torque
452 Nm
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Torque @ RPM
3350 3
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Fuel System
Not Applicable
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Turbocharger
Single 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
298 bhp
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Fuel Grade Required
Petrol
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Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
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Engine Aspiration
Single Turbo
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Engine Type Config
2.3L EcoBoost Turbo 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
2261 cc
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Engine Displacement Litres
2.26 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
2.3L EcoBoost Turbo Petrol
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Engine Cylinders
4
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Engine Displacement Cc
2261 cc
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Engine Power kW
222 kW
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Engine Sump Guard
Underbody protection
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Engine Torque Nm
452 Nm
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Engine Valves
Not Applicable
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Induction
Single Turbo
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Max Power kW
222 kW
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Max Torque Nm
452 Nm
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Maximum Power
222 kW
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Maximum Torque
452 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
5900
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System Output
Not Available
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Torque Nm Rpm
3350 3
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Turbo Type
Single Turbo
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Spec
Ranger Sport
Tasman
Transmission
Automatic
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Drive Type
4x2
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Drivetrain Layout
Rear Wheel Drive
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LSD Available
Not Applicable
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Transfer Case
Not Applicable
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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
4x2
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Transmission
Automatic
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4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
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4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
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4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
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4WD Selector
Not Applicable
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Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
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Differential Type Front
Not Available
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Differential Type Rear
Not Available
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Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Gearbox Type
Automatic
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Low Range
Not Applicable
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Axle Layout
4x2
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Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
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Transmission Speeds
10 km/h
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Spec
Ranger Sport
Tasman
Claimed Mileage
10.8 km/l
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City Mileage
8.9 km/l
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Highway Mileage
12.5 km/l
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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
9.3 l/100km
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Claimed Fuel Consumption
9.3 l/100km
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Fuel Efficiency
9.3 l/100km
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Real-world Mileage
10.8 km/l
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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
9.3 l/100km
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Combined Consumption L 100km
9.3 l/100km
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DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
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Fuel Economy Combined
9.3 l/100km
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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 Sport
Tasman
Airbags
Dual front, front side, curtain and driver knee
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ABS
Standard
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Electronic Stability Control
Dynamic Stability Control
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Traction Control
Standard
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Hill Descent Control
Not Available
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Hill Start Assist
Standard
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Child Safety Lock
Child-seat support
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ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
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Brake Assist
Not Available
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Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
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Engine Immobiliser
Standard
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Alarm System
Perimeter alarm
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Central Locking
Power door dead locks
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Seatbelt Warning All Seats
All positions
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Front Parking Sensors
Standard
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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
Standard
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Driver Airbag
Standard
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EBD
Standard
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Engine Immobiliser
Standard
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Hill Hold
Standard
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Passenger Airbag
Standard
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
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Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
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Side Airbags
Standard
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TCS
Standard
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Knee Airbag
Driver knee
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ABS EBD
Standard
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Anti Theft Alarm
Perimeter alarm
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Height Adjustable Seatbelts
Standard
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Spec
Ranger Sport
Tasman
Cruise Control
Standard
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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
Front and rear
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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
Standard
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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 Sport
Tasman
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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Front Armrest
Centre console
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Cup Holders
Standard
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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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Door Map Pockets
Underseat stowage
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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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Cargo Space
Underseat stowage
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Interior Courtesy Lamps
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Ranger Sport grade before assuming a feature is included.
Performance
Ranger Sport +37
Efficiency
Tasman +4
Safety
Ranger Sport +47
Practicality
Ranger Sport +36
Ownership
Tasman +16
Moderate difference between the models.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Overall Winner
Ranger Sport
Performance
87/100
Efficiency
46/100
Safety
47/100
Practicality
86/100
Ownership
34/100
Tasman
Performance
50/100
Efficiency
50/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
50/100
Ownership
50/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆Ford Ranger Sport
wins with 63 pts
vs 39 pts for Tasman
In structured scoring, Ranger Sport emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Tasman 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 Sport 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 Sport 46 vs Tasman 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 Sport 47, Tasman 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 Sport 34, Tasman 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 Sport 86, Tasman 50. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: Ranger Sport 87, Tasman 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 Sport edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The Ranger Sport 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 Sport and Tasman in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Ranger Sport scores 87 vs 50.
Efficiency: Ranger Sport scores 46 vs 50.
Safety: Ranger Sport scores 47 vs 0.
Practicality: Ranger Sport scores 86 vs 50.
Ownership: Ranger Sport scores 34 vs 50.
Final structured scoring gives Ranger Sport
the advantage in this comparison.
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