HSV Maloo vs Ford Ranger
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular Utes compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Data checked: specs 1 Oct 2026, price 22 Jul 2026
HSV Maloo
$58,990 when new
RRP when new — this model is no longer sold new in Australia
Ute
Petrol
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317kW
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ANCAP: no data
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Ford Ranger
From $37,130
Ute
Diesel
Diesel Turbo
125kW
6.9 L/100km
5★ ANCAP
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HSV Maloo: we're still completing length, width, height, wheelbase and kerb weight, plus 8 others.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
The HSV Maloo starts from $58,990 before on-road costs, while the Ford Ranger opens at $37,130. That makes the Ford Ranger the more affordable entry point by $21,860.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $64,889 and $40,843 respectively.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
The HSV Maloo features a 8-inch touchscreen, while the Ford Ranger gets a 12-inch display and 8-inch instruments.
The Ford Ranger counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Drivetrain
The HSV Maloo lines up producing 317kW and 550Nm of torque, sent through a tr6060 tremec 6-speed manual to a RWD layout.
The Ford Ranger responds with a Diesel Turbo making 125kW and 405Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 10.5 seconds.
The HSV Maloo has the clear power advantage at 317kW vs 125kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
12.9m diameter
Large
Based on 12.9m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Interactive simulator: U-turns, parking & towing
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns are easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
Large
Needs a 3-point turn (one reverse)
Needs about 11.3 m to swing round without stopping. Road is 9.0 m.
U-turn on a wide street
≥ 10 m: 3-point turn
U-turn on a standard street
7 m: 3-point turn
Standard parking bay
1.9 m wide: fits with room
Tight carpark aisle
6 m: careful, tight swing
Narrow laneway
3.5 m: no room to turn
Turning circle ratings
Standard widths: AU local streets carry ~5.5–7 m of carriageway; main roads ~9–12 m. AS 2890.1 carpark aisles are ~5.8–6.6 m for 90° bays (2.6 m wide × 5.4 m deep).
Road, aisle, swing and off-tracking figures are indicative estimates from the published turning circle. Verify in person before relying on them.
True Cost to Own
Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the HSV Maloo if: You prioritise performance, or prefer HSV's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Ford Ranger if: You want the lower entry price, or prefer Ford's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Ford Ranger comes out ahead on the CarSorted Score (67 vs 38), taking 1 of 2 key spec rows below and coming in at a lower price. The deciding gaps: fuel economy (Ford Ranger ahead by 44), safety (Ford Ranger ahead by 34), practicality (Ford Ranger ahead by 30). The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, HSV Maloo and Ford Ranger?
The Ford Ranger is the cheapest at $37,130 before on-road costs. That undercuts the HSV Maloo by $21,860.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Ford Ranger uses the least fuel at 6.9L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
Ford Ranger holds a 5-star ANCAP rating. We have no published ANCAP rating for HSV Maloo, so there is nothing to compare on crash performance. Compare the active-safety features above instead.
Which can tow the most?
The Ford Ranger has the highest braked towing capacity at 3,500kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The HSV Maloo makes the most power at 317kW.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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