Toyota Hilux N70 vs Ford Ranger PJ/PK
Two used rivals sold in Australia, side by side. Everything below comes from each car's guide.
Our verdict
The Toyota Hilux N70 is rated a Top pick in our guide, with 15 known problems (1 high-severity, led by Injector seat erosion).
The Ford Ranger PJ/PK is given no strong verdict in our guide, with 3 known problems; the one to watch is Injector failures.
On our data the Toyota Hilux N70 is the safer used buy, because of its better rating in our guides. Condition and service history still matter more than the badge.
Used price (AUD)
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$8-18k
Type
ute
Single Cab, Extra Cab, Dual Cab
Single Cab, Extra Cab, Dual Cab
ute
Single Cab, Extra Cab, Dual Cab
Single Cab, Extra Cab, Dual Cab
Drivetrain
RWD, 4WD part-time
RWD, 4WD part-time
Engines
3.0L 1KD-FTV (pre-2009)
126kW @ 3400rpm · 343Nm @ 1400-3200rpm
8.5 L/100km combined
Tows 2500kg braked
Chain-driven, inspect from 250,000km+
Service: 10,000km / 6 months
3.0L 1KD-FTV (2009+ Euro 4 update)
126kW @ 3400rpm · 343Nm @ 1400-3400rpm
8.5 L/100km combined
Tows 2500kg (3000kg from 2012) braked
Chain-driven, inspect from 250,000km+
Service: 10,000km / 6 months
2.5L 2KD-FTV
75-106kW · 200-343Nm
8.0 L/100km combined
Tows 1600-2500kg braked
Chain-driven, inspect from 250,000km+
Service: 10,000km / 6 months
4.0L 1GR-FE V6 petrol
175kW @ 5200rpm · 376Nm @ 3800rpm
12.0 L/100km combined
Tows 2500kg braked
Chain-driven, inspect from 250,000km+
Service: 10,000km / 6 months
3.0L WEAT / WL-3 (Mazda common-rail diesel)
115-115kW · 380Nm
~9.5 L/100km combined
Tows 3000kg braked
Belt-driven, 100,000km / 5-year
Known problems
15 known · 1 high
3 known
Top issues
highInjector seat erosion
mediumChassis rust (coastal examples)
mediumEGR carbon buildup
mediumInjector failures
mediumEGR carbon
mediumTurbo failure
Made
Japan
Built in Thailand
Built in Thailand
Japan
Built in Thailand
Built in Thailand