Verdict
The JAC T9 is the more rounded Malaysian buy, costing RM3,912 less while bringing 168 hp and 410 Nm against the Foton Tunland’s 161 hp and 400 Nm. More importantly, it has seven airbags, five-star ANCAP, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control; the Tunland has two airbags and no such driver assists. The Foton counters with a much longer 3,355 mm wheelbase, 14.6-inch screen and seven-year/200,000-km warranty. Choose it if those are the priorities, but the T9’s safety margin is substantial.
Pick the Foton Tunland if you want the 3,355 mm wheelbase, 14.6-inch touchscreen and seven-year/200,000-km warranty.
Pick the JAC T9 if you want seven airbags, autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and slightly stronger 168 hp/410 Nm outputs for less money.
Key differences
- Price: Foton Tunland RM123,800; JAC T9 RM119,888.
- Power and torque: Foton Tunland 161 hp/400 Nm; JAC T9 168 hp/410 Nm.
- Safety: Foton Tunland 2 airbags; JAC T9 7 airbags and 5-star ANCAP.
- Driver assistance: Foton Tunland has no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist; JAC T9 has autonomous braking and steering-correction lane keeping.
- Wheelbase: Foton Tunland 3,355 mm; JAC T9 3,110 mm.
- Warranty: Foton Tunland 7 years/200,000 km; JAC T9 5 years/unlimited mileage, with an eight-year unlimited-mileage engine warranty for the first owner.
Tunland
- Seven-year/200,000-km manufacturer warranty.
- Longer 3,355 mm wheelbase.
- 14.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay.
- Only two airbags versus the JAC T9’s seven.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist.
- Passive cruise control rather than adaptive cruise control.
T9
- Seven airbags and five-star ANCAP rating.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control.
- Higher 168 hp and 410 Nm outputs.
- Five-year vehicle warranty versus the Tunland’s seven years.
- 10.4-inch touchscreen versus the Tunland’s 14.6-inch unit.
- No steering reach adjustment, while the Tunland’s steering wheel telescopes.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM123,800 | RM119,888✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbo, 48-volt Mild Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve, DOHC commonrail two-stage turbodiesel |
| Horsepower | 161 hp at 3,600 rpm | 168 hp at 3,600 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 400 Nm at 1,500 rpm | 410 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel Hybrid/REV | Diesel |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8AT | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,617 mm | 5,330 mm |
| Width | 2,090 mm | 1,965 mm |
| Height | 1,955 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,355 mm | 3,110 mm |
| Weight | 2,160 kg | 2,055 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 76 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R18 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R18 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Giti AT71 | Toyo Open Country H/T Z |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Hydraulic Power Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Front Passenger) | 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 Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | One-piece Folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB 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 | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, 4-speaker Sound System | 10.4" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 200,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 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 Tunland & T9 for sale
Tunland vs T9 FAQ
Is the Foton Tunland or JAC T9 better?
The JAC T9 is the better all-round choice because it is cheaper, has 168 hp and 410 Nm, and brings seven airbags, five-star ANCAP, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. The Tunland is stronger on warranty length and wheelbase.
What is the price difference?
The JAC T9 costs RM3,912 less than the Foton Tunland: RM119,888 versus RM123,800.
Which pickup has better safety equipment?
The JAC T9 has the clear safety advantage: seven airbags, five-star ANCAP, autonomous braking, collision warning, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping steering correction. The Foton Tunland has two airbags and lacks those driver-assistance systems.
