AUTONEWS

Ford Ranger Super Duty vs. Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series

The Ford Ranger Super Duty outperforms the Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series in payload, towing capacity, and technology, while the Toyota model upholds its historic reputation for mechanical simplicity and extreme off-road ruggedness. The Ranger Super Duty was developed specifically as a factory-built "workhorse" to challenge the 70 Series' dominance in the heavy-duty pickup and industrial fleet markets.

The Ranger Super Duty utilizes a robust platform modified from the standard Ranger, focusing on maximum work capability. The LandCruiser 70 Series (especially the LC79 single- and double-cab versions) sticks to its classic formula, updated with automatic transmissions and more modern engines.

Ford Ranger Super Duty: It truly stands out in this regard. Its reinforced chassis rails and heavy-duty front and rear axles allow it to carry nearly two tons in the bed/on the chassis and tow 4.5 tons straight from the factory, without the need for aftermarket suspension modifications (GVM upgrades).

Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series: Despite having been the go-to vehicle for mining and farming for decades, it lags significantly behind in factory-rated figures, requiring third-party suspension kits if the user needs to haul or tow at the same level as the Ford.

The Ford is vastly more modern. It features a 12-inch infotainment system with Ford SYNC4, wireless smartphone mirroring, a digital instrument cluster, adaptive cruise control, and 360° cameras that are ideal for maneuvering with trailers.

: In the double-cab configuration, the Ranger offers far more rear-seat legroom and headroom, along with dedicated A/C vents and a 400W power inverter. The 70 Series retains a Spartan interior, featuring a rustic hard-plastic finish and dated ergonomics.