Verdict
At RM115,888, the Ford Ranger is RM4,000 below the RM119,888 JAC T9, yet the JAC brings an eight-speed automatic, 410 Nm and a clear driver-assistance advantage with autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control; it also gets a 360-degree camera. Powered front seats and rear air vents further favour the T9 for daily use. The Ranger counters with a 3,270-mm wheelbase, 160 mm longer than the T9’s, steering reach adjustment and tip-up rear-seat storage. For Malaysian buyers, the Ford saves cash, but its six-speed manual and lack of key assistance systems make the T9 the more rounded road vehicle.
Pick the Ford Ranger if you want the lower entry price, a 3,270-mm wheelbase, hill descent control and a manual gearbox.
Pick the JAC T9 if you want an eight-speed automatic, more driver assistance, powered front seats and rear air-con vents.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger RM115,888; JAC T9 RM119,888.
- Transmission: Ford Ranger six-speed manual; JAC T9 eight-speed automatic.
- Torque: Ford Ranger 405 Nm; JAC T9 410 Nm.
- Wheelbase: Ford Ranger 3,270 mm; JAC T9 3,110 mm.
- Rear suspension: Ford Ranger leaf springs; JAC T9 multi-link.
- Driver assistance: Ford Ranger has no autonomous braking or blind-spot system; JAC T9 has both.
Ranger
- 3,270-mm wheelbase, 160 mm longer than the T9
- Tilt-and-telescopic steering adjustment
- Hill descent control and tip-up under-seat storage
- Six-speed manual versus the T9’s eight-speed automatic
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot system or adaptive cruise control
- No rear air-con vents or powered front seats
T9
- Eight-speed ZF automatic with 410 Nm
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control
- Powered front seats, rear air-con vents and 360-degree camera
- Higher purchase price
- 3,110-mm wheelbase is 160 mm shorter
- No telescopic steering adjustment
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,888✓ | RM119,888 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger | 16-valve, DOHC commonrail two-stage turbodiesel |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 168 hp | 168 hp |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 410 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,370 mm | 5,330 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 1,965 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 3,110 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | 2,055 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | Toyo Open Country H/T Z |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage | One-piece Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB, 1 220-volt Socket |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | — | 10.4" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Engine (1st Owner Only) |
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.
Used Ranger & T9 for sale
Ranger vs T9 FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger or JAC T9 better?
The JAC T9 is the better-equipped choice: it has an eight-speed automatic, 410 Nm, autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera. Choose the Ford Ranger for its lower price, longer wheelbase and manual transmission.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Ranger costs RM115,888 and the JAC T9 costs RM119,888, so the JAC is RM4,000 more expensive.
Which has better safety equipment, the Ford Ranger or JAC T9?
The JAC T9 has the stronger safety equipment list, adding autonomous braking, collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, steering-correction lane keeping, adaptive cruise control and a front-centre airbag. The Ford Ranger has stability control, six airbags and hill descent control, but lacks those assistance systems.
