Verdict
At RM115,888, the Ford Ranger undercuts the RM119,888 JAC T9 by RM4,000, but the JAC spends that gap on an eight-speed automatic, 410 Nm from 1,500 rpm and a much fuller active-safety suite. Its seven airbags, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control make it the easier everyday Malaysian pick. The Ranger counters with a 3,270-mm wheelbase, 160 mm longer than the JAC’s, plus rear tip-up under-seat storage and steering reach adjustment. Choose it only if the lower purchase price, manual gearbox and those practical details suit your use.
Pick the Ford Ranger if you want to save RM4,000, prefer a six-speed manual and need its longer 3,270-mm wheelbase with tip-up rear-seat storage.
Pick the JAC T9 if you want an eight-speed automatic, stronger 410 Nm torque, seven airbags and active safety aids including autonomous braking.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger RM115,888; JAC T9 RM119,888.
- Transmission: Ford Ranger six-speed manual; JAC T9 eight-speed ZF automatic.
- Torque: Ford Ranger 405 Nm at 1,750 rpm; JAC T9 410 Nm at 1,500 rpm.
- Wheelbase: Ford Ranger 3,270 mm; JAC T9 3,110 mm.
- Kerb weight: Ford Ranger 2,227 kg; JAC T9 2,055 kg.
- Airbags: Ford Ranger six; JAC T9 seven, with a front-centre airbag.
Ranger
- RM4,000 lower purchase price
- 3,270-mm wheelbase and tip-up rear-seat storage
- Tilt-and-telescopic steering adjustment
- Six-speed manual versus the JAC T9's eight-speed automatic
- Six airbags versus seven, with no autonomous braking or blind-spot monitoring
- 16-inch wheels versus 18-inch wheels
T9
- Eight-speed automatic and 410 Nm from 1,500 rpm
- Seven airbags, autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring
- Multi-link rear suspension, 18-inch wheels and powered front seats
- RM4,000 higher purchase price
- 3,110-mm wheelbase is 160 mm shorter
- One-piece folding rear seat lacks the Ranger's tip-up under-seat storage
| 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 at 3,500 rpm | 168 hp at 3,600 rpm |
| Torque | 405 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 410 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 84.01 mm × 90.03 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 | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 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 | 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.
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Ranger vs T9 FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger or JAC T9 better?
The JAC T9 is the better-equipped choice, adding an eight-speed automatic, 410 Nm, seven airbags, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control. The Ford Ranger makes sense for buyers who specifically want a manual, lower price and tip-up rear-seat storage.
What is the price difference?
The JAC T9 costs RM4,000 more than the Ford Ranger. That gap brings an eight-speed automatic instead of a six-speed manual, plus powered front seats, a 360-degree camera and more driver-assistance equipment.
Which pick-up has more safety equipment?
The JAC T9 has more: seven airbags, five-star ANCAP rating, autonomous braking, collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, steering correction lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control. The Ford Ranger has six airbags, stability control and hill descent control, but lacks those listed active-safety aids.
