Ford Ranger Wildtrak 2.2 4×4 AT (2013) vs Hyundai Grand Starex CRDi VGT GLS (10 seater) MT (2015)

Ford Ranger Wildtrak 2.2 4×4 AT (2013) vs Hyundai Grand Starex CRDi VGT GLS (10 seater) MT (2015): which should you buy?

For a Filipino buyer deciding between the 2013 Ford Ranger Wildtrak 2.2 4×4 AT and the 2015 Hyundai Grand Starex CRDi VGT GLS (10‑seater), the choice hinges on intended use. The Ranger, priced at ₱1,530,000, is a pickup with a robust 150 PS diesel engine delivering 375 Nm of torque low in the rev range, 6‑speed automatic, and all‑wheel drive, making it ideal for hauling cargo, off‑road trips, or small‑family adventures where payload and traction matter. Its 2+3 seating limits passenger capacity but offers a larger footprint (5274 mm) for cargo. The Grand Starex, slightly more expensive at ₱1,563,000, provides a 170 PS, 392 Nm diesel engine, 5‑speed manual, rear‑wheel drive and seats ten, suiting large families, shuttle services, or businesses needing passenger transport. Both share body‑on‑frame construction and diesel fuel, but the Starex’s higher power and torque benefit a fully loaded 10‑seater, while the Ranger’s AWD and automatic gearbox give better drivability on rough roads. If you need a workhorse that can tow and handle uneven terrain, the Ranger is the better pick. If passenger capacity and a slightly stronger engine are priorities, the Grand Starex wins, despite the marginal price difference.