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Two Years Free Servicing For Selected Ford Rangers Locally

Both the Ford Ranger WildTrak and XLT Plus models now net this attractive free service package. 

The pickup truck market in Malaysia has been heating up of late, with so many new and improved offerings being introduced by the various players in this increasingly crowded segment. So in a bid to stand out from the aforementioned crowd, Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC) is currently offering selected variants of the Ford Ranger with an attractive two-year free service package. 

Applicable to only the 2021 model year WildTrack and XLT Plus variants of this blue oval pickup sold locally, this new free service promotion now makes Ranger ownership even easier and more trouble-free than before. Particularly when factoring in Ford’s prior warranty extension for these workhorses, which now sees the Ranger being backed by a 5-year/160,000 km manufacturer’s warranty.  

In speaking further about a seamless ownership experience too, this warranty extension announcement also coincides with the introduction of the Ford Ranger Specialists by SDAC. A service that is meant to make purchasing a Ranger a more seamless and personalised affair, prospective buyers of this Ford pickup can now schedule a personalised one-on-one virtual sales consultation with a team of dedicated product specialists to pick the right truck that bests suits one’s needs and wants. 

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“We’re constantly evolving to find ways to deliver more value-add to customers. The two-year free service offer aims to provide peace of mind for customers, especially in these challenging times,” said Turse Zuhair, Managing Director, Sime Darby Auto ConneXion.

“Additionally, virtual consultations with a Ford Ranger Specialist not only ensures customer safety amidst the ongoing pandemic, it also raises the level of personalised experience and convenience that customers are looking for,” he added.

In terms of further details about both these aforementioned pickups meanwhile, the Ranger WildTrak comes as standard with a 2.0-liter twin-turbocharged four-cylinder diesel mill that outputs a healthy 213 PS and 500 Nm of torque. The city slicker’s preferred choice of pickup, this particular spec of Ford truck also comes with a a 10-speed automatic transmission, as well as a rather comprehensive active safety suite that includes Autonomous Emergency Braking with Vehicle and Pedestrian Detection, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning and first-in-class Semi-Automatic Parallel Parking. 

As for the Ranger XLT Plus on the other hand, under the hood instead lies a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-pot oil-burner that delivers 180 PS and 420 Nm of torque. The 10-speed automatic transmission is still retained in this spec of Ford truck however, as well as a similarly long list of standard equipment which includes an easy-lift tailgate, keyless go, rain sensing wipers and an 8 inch touchscreen infotainment system with reverse camera functionality. 

The Ford Ranger WildTrak currently retails for RM 152,388, whereas the XLT Plus is on sale for RM 131,888. More information about both these models and the two-year free service offer can be obtained by heading over to www.sdacford.com.my, or by dropping a WhatsApp message to the Ford Ranger Specialist at +6019 204 1200. 

PRESS RELEASE: Sime Darby Auto ConneXion (SDAC), the sole distributor for Ford in Malaysia, is offering a two-year free service package to new customers of selected Ranger WildTrak and XLT Plus models, while stocks last.

The company also recently enhanced its customer service offering with the introduction of the Ford Ranger Specialists to deliver a more personalised and seamless sales experience.

“We’re constantly evolving to find ways to deliver more value-add to customers. The two-year free service offer aims to provide peace of mind for customers, especially in these challenging times,” said Turse Zuhair, Managing Director, Sime Darby Auto ConneXion.

“Additionally, virtual consultations with a Ford Ranger Specialist not only ensures customer safety amidst the ongoing pandemic, it also raises the level of personalised experience and convenience that customers are looking for,” he added.

Peace of mind with two-year free service

The two-year free service deal, is applicable for Ranger WildTrak and XLT Plus models of Year Make 2021 only and is available now on a first come, first served basis. 

For customers seeking a new of level refinement and unshakable safety unseen in the pickup segment, the intelligent Ranger WildTrak is the perfect choice. It offers an extensive array of smart safety technologies including first in-class features such as Autonomous Emergency Braking with Vehicle and Pedestrian Detection, Forward Collision Warning and Lane Departure Warning and Semi-Automatic Parallel Parking, all of which are first in-class features to a pickup truck. 

Under the hood, the WildTrak is equipped with the 2.0L Bi-Turbo engine mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission to deliver a whopping 213PS of power and 500Nm of torque.

The Ford Ranger XLT Plus features the 2.0L Single-Turbo engine that delivers 180PS of power and 420Nm of torque. Equipped with convenient features such as keyless entry with push-start-button and the Easy Lift Tailgate, it is ideally suited for work and outdoor adventures.

As with all Ranger models, the WildTrak and XLT Plus are backed by Ford’s new five-year manufacturer’s warranty or 160,000km (whichever comes first).

More personalisation, convenience and safety with Ford Ranger Specialists

Ford Ranger enthusiasts as well as those aspiring to the Ranger brand and lifestyle can now connect with a Ford Ranger Specialist to request for a personalised one-on-one virtual sales consultation, without having to step into a showroom. 

All they need to do is send a WhatsApp message to +6019 204 1200 and they will be contacted by a Ford Ranger Specialist within one business day.

Ford Ranger Specialists are dedicated product experts who are trained to familiarise new and existing customers on vehicle features and user benefits so they can live the Ranger life to the fullest and get the most out of their Rangers to suit their lifestyles.

For more information about the two-year free service offer or on any Ford Ranger models, WhatsApp Chat the Ford Ranger Specialist or visit www.sdacford.com.my.

Joshua Chin

Automotive journalist. Professional work on dsf.my and automacha.com. Personal writing found at driveeveryday.me. Instagram: @driveeveryday

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