2026 Toyota Hilux vs Ford Ranger: Full Size Comparison and Specs Breakdown
2026/02/11
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has officially confirmed five new vehicle launches for 2026, including the highly anticipated 2026 Toyota Hilux. In 2025, the outgoing Hilux ranked as Toyota’s third best-selling model in the Philippines, following the Avanza and Vios — highlighting the pickup’s strong market demand.
In this detailed size comparison, we examine how the upcoming 2026 Toyota Hilux stacks up against one of its toughest competitors in the mid-size pickup segment: the Ford Ranger. For accuracy, we’re comparing high-trim lifestyle variants from both brands, finished in their signature colors.
The new Toyota Hilux measures:
- Length: 5,320 mm
- Width: 1,885 mm
- Height: 1,815 mm
- Wheelbase: 3,085 mm
Compared to the Ford Ranger, the Hilux is:
- 50 mm shorter
- 33 mm narrower
- 69 mm lower
Vehicle height figures typically include fixed exterior components such as the shark-fin antenna or the base of the bee-sting antenna.
The Ranger offers a longer wheelbase, measuring 185 mm more between the axles than the Hilux.
The 2026 Hilux rides on:
- 265/60 R18 tires
- 30.5-inch overall tire diameter
By comparison, the Ranger runs:
- 255/65 R18 tires
- 31.6-inch overall tire diameter
This makes the Hilux’s tires 0.6 inches smaller in diameter.
In terms of ground clearance:
- Toyota Hilux: 225 mm
- Ford Ranger: 235 mm
The Hilux sits 10 mm lower than the Ranger.
The next-generation-but-not-entirely-all-new Hilux made its global debut in November 2025 and is expected to arrive in the Philippines in the second half of 2026.
The variant shown here is the Thai-spec “Overland" trim. However, it remains unclear whether Toyota Motor Philippines will retain this naming convention or continue using the established “Conquest" badge.
While the 2026 Hilux features a more rugged and modern exterior design, it is not built on an entirely new platform. Instead, it continues to utilize Toyota’s proven IMV architecture, maintaining durability and reliability — key strengths of the Hilux nameplate.
Under the hood, the 2026 Toyota Hilux retains the familiar:
- 2.8-liter 1GD-FTV turbodiesel engine
- 201 horsepower
- 500 Nm of torque
- Paired with a six-speed automatic transmission
The Ford Ranger, meanwhile, is currently a carryover model. The present generation debuted globally in late 2021 and arrived locally in July the following year.
The four-wheel-drive Ranger Wildtrak is powered by:
- 2.0-liter bi-turbo diesel engine
- 207 horsepower
- 500 Nm of torque
- Mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission
With slightly smaller exterior dimensions but proven mechanical foundations, the 2026 Toyota Hilux continues to focus on durability, practicality, and strong diesel performance. The Ford Ranger counters with a longer wheelbase, slightly larger tires, and a higher ground clearance figure.
For buyers considering a mid-size pickup truck in 2026, both models remain strong contenders in the segment.
