Sime Darby Auto ConneXion-Ford (Auto ConneXion-Ford), the sole distributor of Ford vehicles in Malaysia, is marking a major milestone this Merdeka month as the population of Next-Generation Ford Rangers surpasses 24,000 units nationwide.
Since its Malaysian debut in 2022, the next-generation Ford Ranger has cemented its position as a go-to choice for commercial operators, adventurous families, and lifestyle drivers. To celebrate this milestone and reward its growing owner community, Auto ConneXion-Ford has intensified its customer-engagement calendar with experiential events and limited-time Merdeka ownership privileges.
Connecting the Community: Ford Nation and Ranger Getaways
Beyond showroom sales, Auto ConneXion-Ford focuses heavily on experiential ownership, uniting drivers through curated lifestyle gatherings and off-road driving adventures:
- Inaugural Ford Nation Gathering: Held in early August at Heritage Valley, Kuala Lumpur, the community festival brought together Ford owners and their families for an evening of local delicacies, a live barbecue, interactive games, and live acoustic music performances by Joy Victor and Muzza & the Velvettones. The event also featured unique owner accolades, including awards for the Coolest Looking Ranger and Longest Ford Owner.
- Ford Ranger Getaways: The brand’s signature quarterly off-road retreat saw an intimate convoy of 20 Ranger owners travel from Seremban to StarFresh Agro Park in Negeri Sembilan. Under the guidance of certified driving instructors, participants tackled dedicated off-road obstacle courses, testing the Ranger’s selectable drive modes, hill descent control, and electronic traction systems before wrapping up with evening entertainment and giveaways.
Expanded Model Lineup: Power, Luxury, and Utility
The community celebrations follow the recent introduction of an expanded Ford Ranger and Everest family in Malaysia, tailored to diverse driver profiles:
- Ranger Platinum 3.0L V6: Powered by a 3.0-litre V6 single-turbodiesel delivering 250 PS and 600 Nm of torque, paired with full-time 4WD, 20-inch alloy wheels, quilted leather-accented seats with heating and ventilation, and an 8-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system.
- Ranger Sport (2.0L & 3.0L V6): Blends bold blacked-out exterior styling and two-tone interior upholstery with athletic performance.
- Ranger XL 2.0L: A rugged, fleet-ready workhorse equipped with six airbags, a practical cargo box, and a 10-speed automatic transmission.
- Ford Everest Lineup: Accommodating large families with seven-seater comfort via the Everest Sport 2.0L and flagship Everest Platinum variants.
Strengthened Aftersales Footprint and Merdeka Offers
To ensure long-term ownership confidence, Auto ConneXion-Ford continues to enhance its nationwide support infrastructure across 33 authorised dealer touchpoints:
- East Malaysia Parts Hub: Commissioned a dedicated regional parts warehouse in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, significantly reducing spare parts transit times and improving vehicle servicing turnaround.
- Remote Community Reach: Expanded aftersales coverage with nine sales and service outlets across Sabah and Sarawak, including dedicated mobile service support for remote communities in Kapit and Mukah.
Limited-Time Merdeka Launch Rewards
Customers who book selected Ford models by 31 August 2026 can take advantage of special promotional packages:
- Ranger XL & Ranger Sport 2.0L: Complimentary Ford Front HD 1080p Dashcam.
- Ranger Sport 3.0L & Ranger Platinum 3.0L: Complimentary two-year Basic Extended Service Plan (ESP).
- Standard Peace of Mind: All Ford Ranger variants come backed by a comprehensive five-year manufacturer warranty.
