Verdict
At RM281,888, the seven-seat Ford Everest costs RM82,000 more than the RM199,888 JAC T9 EV, but it brings a third row, 259 litres of boot space and driver aids including blind-spot information and collision warning. The JAC answers with two motors producing 288 hp and 516 Nm against the Ford’s 207 hp and 500 Nm diesel, plus an 88 kWh battery rated for 340 km. Its RM305 annual road tax is RM133 lower, too. Choose based on carrying people or embracing EV running: these are very different truck-based buys.
Pick the Ford Everest if you need seven seats, a 259-litre boot and its blind-spot information, collision warning and telescopic steering adjustment.
Pick the JAC T9 EV if five seats are enough and you want to spend RM82,000 less for 288 hp, 516 Nm, 340 km of EV range and a six-year/200,000 km warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Everest RM281,888; JAC T9 EV RM199,888.
- Power and torque: Ford Everest 207 hp and 500 Nm; JAC T9 EV 288 hp and 516 Nm.
- Seating: Ford Everest seven seats; JAC T9 EV five seats.
- Dimensions: Ford Everest 4,914 mm long with a 2,900 mm wheelbase; JAC T9 EV 5,330 mm long with a 3,110 mm wheelbase.
- Warranty: Ford Everest three years/100,000 km; JAC T9 EV six years/200,000 km, including battery coverage.
- Annual road tax: Ford Everest RM438; JAC T9 EV RM305.
Everest
- Seven seats and 259 litres of boot space.
- Blind-spot information system and collision warning.
- Front parking sensors and telescopic steering adjustment.
- RM82,000 dearer to buy.
- 207 hp and 500 Nm trail the JAC T9 EV’s 288 hp and 516 Nm.
- Three-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter than the JAC’s six-year/200,000 km cover.
T9 EV
- 288 hp and 516 Nm from two electric motors.
- 88 kWh battery, 340 km range, 11 kW AC and 88 kW DC charging.
- Six-year/200,000 km vehicle and battery warranty.
- Five seats versus the Ford Everest’s seven.
- No blind-spot information system or collision warning listed.
- No front parking sensors or steering reach adjustment listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM281,888 | RM199,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM305✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | Inline-four with Bi-turbo | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 207 hp at 3,500 rpm | — |
| Torque | 500 Nm at 1,750 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 84.01 mm × 90.03 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 516 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 88 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 340 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 88 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 SelectShift Automatic | — |
| Gears | 10 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.4 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 140 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,914 mm | 5,330 mm |
| Width | 1,923 mm | 1,965 mm |
| Height | 1,841 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm | 3,110 mm |
| Weight | 2,201 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 259 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R20 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R20 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | 17" Steel Wheel | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Goodyear Wrangler | Chao Yang SU318a H/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (7 Airbags (2 Front, 2 Side, 2 Curtain, 1 Driver's Knee)) | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side Curtain and Front Centre Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual For Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflectors with Manual Levelling | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | One-piece Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Roof-mounted AC Vents | AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB, 1 220-volt Socket |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2x Front, 2x Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.1" Ford SYNC4A with eight speakers | 10.4" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activated | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | No | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | No | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 200,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 60,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 6-Year/200,000 km Warranty for Battery |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Everest vs T9 EV FAQ
Is the Ford Everest or JAC T9 EV better?
The Ford Everest is better for seven occupants and added driver-assistance equipment. The JAC T9 EV is the better buy for lower upfront cost, stronger quoted output and EV driving, provided its five-seat pickup layout and 340 km range suit your use.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Everest is RM82,000 more expensive: RM281,888 versus RM199,888 for the JAC T9 EV. Its annual road tax is also RM133 higher, at RM438 versus RM305.
Which has more seats?
The Ford Everest has seven seats across three rows, while the JAC T9 EV has five seats. The Everest also lists 259 litres of boot space; no boot-space figure is stated for the JAC.
