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Ford Ranger XLT Plus Special Edition unveiled in Malaysia from RM144k

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Sime Darby Auto Connexion (SDAC), the sole distributor of Ford in Malaysia, has launched the new Ranger XLT Plus Special Edition, featuring a variety of new upgrades.

Compared to the standard version, the Ranger XLT Plus Special Edition boasts a bolder appearance thanks to a matte black fender flares and sports bar. Eye-catching side and bonnet decals further enhance its standout look.

SDAC says the Ranger XLT Plus Special Edition is available in two colours, namely Absolute Black and Meteor Grey.

Inside, the variant gains LED Ranger scuff plates on the door sills and pull-out cup holders located near the air conditioning vents.

Apart from these enhancements, the Ranger XLT Plus Special Edition retains existing features such as a chrome grille, 17-inch alloy wheels, a 10.1-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a digital instrument cluster, and dual-zone climate control.

Powering the Ranger XLT Plus Special Edition a 2.0-litre four-cylinder bi-turbo diesel engine making 210 PS and 500 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and a part-time four-wheel drive system.

Safety features include Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Roll Stability Control, Active Braking System, Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), and Traction Control System (TCS).

Only 300 units of the Ranger XLT Plus Special Edition will be offered, each priced at RM143,888 (on-the-road without insurance) in Peninsular Malaysia and RM149,388 in Sabah and Sarawak.

Interested customers can view the Ranger XLT Plus Special Edition up close at the Ford Experience Hub in Setia City Mall from September 25 to 29, 2024.

To sweeten the deal, SDAC is offering an RM3,000 fuel voucher to the first 20 customers who successfully purchase the Ranger XLT Plus Special Edition via the company’s online booking system.

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Limited-edition Ford Ranger to be launched in Malaysia on May 30

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SIME Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC), the sole distributor of Ford vehicles in Malaysia, recently announced that it will soon launch a limited-edition Ford Ranger.

According to SDAC, the booking for the limited-edition Ranger is solely available online starting May 30 2024 at https://shop.sdacford.com.my/vehicle/.

Members of the public who wish to get a closer look the exclusive pickup truck can do so at One Utama Luxe from May 30 to June 2, 2024.

Much about the forthcoming Ranger is unknown but in an official release, SDAC says the pickup truck will come with “high-end features” and is “designed to elevate the outdoor experience”.

The total number to be offered is also undisclosed, but according to SDAC, customers who secure their bookings online will receive a complimentary limited-edition Ford Ranger windbreaker upon vehicle delivery.

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SDAC-Ford sets new sales record in 2023 with 8,858 units Ranger, Everest sold

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SIME Darby Auto Connexion-Ford (SDAC-Ford) has announced its sales performance for the year 2023, which saw the company achieve a record-breaking sales with 8,858 units of the Ford Ranger and Everest sold.

According to SDAC-Ford, the achievement reflects Malaysian consumers’ growing trust and preference for Ford vehicles’ exceptional performance, advanced technology, and superior quality.

A key contributing factor to the company’s success is the steady expansion of its dealership network to raise the bar in the Ford service experience.

Last year, it broke ground on the latest RM12 million Ford Signature dealership in Penang strategically located on Jalan Baru in Seberang Prai.

The state-of-the-art facility spans 46,000 square feet, showcasing a cutting-edge Ford 3S centre that follows the latest Ford Signature Corporate Identity and features 16 service bays and four vehicle display areas. The center will be fully operational by the end of Quarter 2 2024.

SDAC-Ford has also significantly expanded its presence across East Malaysia. Recognising Sabah as the third largest pickup market in the country, the company launched two key dealerships in the state – Ford Kota Kinabalu (Inanam) by Boston Auto Dealership and Ford Kota Kinabalu (Penampang) by Rightpower Corporation.

In Sarawak, the company opened Ford Kota Samarahan, Jimisar Aruna dealership in October 2023, located in the UniVista Commercial Centre, Jalan UniVista Off Jalan Express Way in Kuching.

These openings have solidified the brand’s footprint in East Malaysia, bringing a total of nine Ford dealerships across the area and 38 dealerships nationwide.