Verdict
The JAC T9 costs RM26,000 less at RM119,888, yet brings 168 hp, 410 Nm, an eight-speed ZF automatic, seven airbags and a five-star ANCAP rating. The Maxus Terron 9 answers with a substantial 219 hp and 520 Nm, plus a 3,500 kg braked towing rating and 850 kg payload. Its 3,300 mm wheelbase is 190 mm longer, while 20-inch wheels, heated seats and a power tailgate add convenience. For Malaysian buyers who tow or carry regularly, the Maxus earns its price; the JAC is the sharper value and has the stronger stated safety case.
Pick the JAC T9 if you want to save RM26,000 while retaining 410 Nm, seven airbags, adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping steering correction.
Pick the Maxus Terron 9 if 520 Nm, a 3,500 kg braked towing rating, 850 kg payload and a larger cargo bed matter more than the higher price.
Key differences
- Price: JAC T9 RM119,888; Maxus Terron 9 RM145,888.
- Power and torque: JAC T9 168 hp and 410 Nm; Maxus Terron 9 219 hp and 520 Nm.
- Wheelbase: JAC T9 3,110 mm; Maxus Terron 9 3,300 mm.
- Kerb weight: JAC T9 2,055 kg; Maxus Terron 9 2,470 kg.
- Wheels and tyres: JAC T9 18-inch alloys with 265/60R18 tyres; Maxus Terron 9 20-inch alloys with 275/55R20 tyres.
- Warranty mileage: JAC T9 five years with unlimited mileage; Maxus Terron 9 five years/100,000 km.
T9
- RM26,000 lower purchase price.
- Five-star ANCAP rating and lane-keeping steering correction.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty, plus eight-year unlimited engine cover for the first owner.
- 168 hp and 410 Nm trail the Maxus' 219 hp and 520 Nm.
- No published payload, towing or cargo-bed figures.
- No heated seats or power tailgate listed.
Terron 9
- 219 hp and 520 Nm from its 2.5-litre diesel.
- 850 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing capacity.
- Heated front and rear seats, plus a power tailgate with lift assist.
- RM26,000 more expensive.
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty versus the JAC's five-year unlimited-mileage cover.
- No lane-keeping assist or ANCAP rating stated.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,888✓ | RM145,888 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | — | RM838 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, DOHC commonrail two-stage turbodiesel | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection, Turbocharged |
| Capacity | — | 2,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp at 3,600 rpm | 219 hp at 3,800 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 410 Nm at 1,500 rpm | 520 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 88.3 mm × 102 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 16 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | ZF 8HP50 |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 10.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.9 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 209 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,330 mm | 5,500 mm |
| Width | 1,965 mm | 1,997 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,874 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 3,300 mm |
| Weight | 2,055 kg | 2,470 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 275/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 275/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Open Country H/T Z | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link Independent |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 20" x 8.5J Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 20" x 8.5J Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Electric Power Steering |
| Chassis Notes | — | Payload 850 kg; towing 3,500 kg braked / 750 kg unbraked; cargo bed 1,600 x 1,600 x 535 mm |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side Curtain and Front Centre Airbag) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtains and Far-side) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | Front Dual Pretensioning |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | ISOFIX + Top Tether x2 |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | Six-way Power Adjustable Driver and Front Passenger Seats, Heated; Black Artificial Leather |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | Heated Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB, 1 220-volt Socket | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 4 |
| Audio | 10.4" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six-speaker Sound System | Dual 12.3" Digital Displays with Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | — |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Intelligent Cruise Assist |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | — | Power Tailgate with Lift Assist |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | Yes |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Engine (1st Owner Only) | First service free (3 months/5,000 km); optional 5-year/100,000 km service package RM6,000 |
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 T9 & Terron 9 for sale
T9 vs Terron 9 FAQ
Is the JAC T9 or Maxus Terron 9 better?
The Maxus Terron 9 is better for towing and load work, with 520 Nm, an 850 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing. The JAC T9 is the better-value choice, costing RM26,000 less while adding a five-star ANCAP rating and lane-keeping steering correction.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus Terron 9 costs RM26,000 more than the JAC T9: RM145,888 versus RM119,888. Its extra outlay brings 51 hp, 110 Nm, published towing and payload ratings, heated seats and a power tailgate.
Which truck is better for towing?
The Maxus Terron 9 is the clear pick for towing on the published figures: it is rated for 3,500 kg braked and 750 kg unbraked trailers, with 520 Nm. A towing rating for the JAC T9 is not stated.
