Ford Ranger 2.0L Turbo Wildtrak 4×2 A/T (2023) vs Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2.4L GLS 2WD 8AT (2020)

Ford Ranger 2.0L Turbo Wildtrak 4×2 A/T (2023) vs Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2.4L GLS 2WD 8AT (2020): which should you buy?

For a Filipino buyer weighing a rugged pickup against a midsize SUV, the choice hinges on utility versus passenger comfort and slight performance edge. The 2023 Ford Ranger 2.0L Turbo Wildtrak 4×2 A/T costs ₱1,964,000, offers a 170 PS engine with 405 Nm torque, and comes with a 6‑speed automatic on a body‑on‑frame chassis. It seats 2 + 3, making it ideal for hauling cargo and occasional extra passengers, and its pickup body provides a large bed for load‑carrying. Its warranty is the longest at 5 years/150,000 km. The 2020 Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2.4L GLS 2WD 8AT is slightly cheaper at ₱1,927,000, delivers 181 PS and 430 Nm torque, and features an 8‑speed automatic, giving smoother highway cruising. As a five‑door SUV, it offers full‑size passenger space and easier access, better suited for family trips and daily commuting. Both share a body‑on‑frame build and rear‑wheel drive, but the Montero Sport’s higher power and torque, plus an extra gear, give a modest performance advantage, while the Ranger’s longer warranty and cargo bed favor work‑oriented buyers. Choose the Ranger if you need a workhorse with a longer warranty and cargo capacity; opt for the Montero Sport if you prioritize passenger comfort, a slightly higher output, and a lower upfront price.