Verdict
At RM119,888, the JAC T9 costs RM17,908 more than the RM101,980 Mitsubishi Triton, but that money changes the brief substantially. The JAC is a four-door, five-seat truck with an eight-speed ZF automatic, seven airbags, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera. Its 168 hp and 410 Nm trail the Triton’s 179 hp and 430 Nm, however. The Mitsubishi is the cheaper two-seat manual alternative; choose it only if those extra 11 hp and 20 Nm matter more than carrying people, automatic convenience and a far fuller safety count.
Pick the JAC T9 if you need five seats, an eight-speed automatic and active safety features including autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist.
Pick the Mitsubishi Triton if a lower purchase price, 179 hp and 430 Nm matter more than passenger capacity and equipment.
Key differences
- Price: JAC T9 RM119,888; Mitsubishi Triton RM101,980.
- Output: JAC T9 168 hp and 410 Nm; Mitsubishi Triton 179 hp and 430 Nm.
- Transmission: JAC T9 eight-speed ZF automatic; Mitsubishi Triton six-speed manual.
- Cabin capacity: JAC T9 four doors and five seats; Mitsubishi Triton two doors and two seats.
- Airbags: JAC T9 seven airbags; Mitsubishi Triton three airbags.
- Wheels: JAC T9 18-inch alloys with 265/60R18 tyres; Mitsubishi Triton 16-inch steel wheels with 265/70R16 tyres.
T9
- Eight-speed ZF automatic and electric power steering.
- Seven airbags, autonomous braking, collision warning and lane-keeping assist.
- Five-seat cabin with dual-zone climate control and 360-degree camera.
- Costs RM17,908 more.
- Produces 11 hp and 20 Nm less than the Triton.
Triton
- 179 hp and 430 Nm diesel engine.
- RM17,908 lower purchase price.
- CKD in Malaysia.
- Six-speed manual instead of the JAC's eight-speed automatic.
- Two doors and two seats versus the JAC's four doors and five seats.
- Three airbags versus seven, with no lane-keeping assist.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,888 | RM101,980✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | — | RM794 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, DOHC commonrail two-stage turbodiesel | 16-valve DOHC commonrail turbodiesel, variable geometry turbo |
| Capacity | — | 2,442 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp at 3,600 rpm | 179 hp at 3,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 410 Nm at 1,500 rpm | 430 Nm at 2,250 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 86 mm × 105.1 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 15.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | 6MT |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Jatco |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,330 mm | 5,320 mm |
| Width | 1,965 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | — |
| Weight | 2,055 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 75 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 265/70R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 265/70R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Open Country H/T Z | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Steel Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Steel Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Easy Select 4WD |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side Curtain and Front Centre Airbag) | 3 (Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available on Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB, 1 220-volt Socket | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 10.4" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six-speaker Sound System | 2-DIN CD Radio with Bluetooth, AUX, USB |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Two Windows, Driver Side Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| 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 | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | 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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T9 vs Triton FAQ
Is the JAC T9 or Mitsubishi Triton better?
The JAC T9 is the better all-round buy for a family or mixed-use owner because it has five seats, an automatic, seven airbags and active safety systems. The Triton wins only on price and its 179 hp, 430 Nm output.
What is the price difference?
The JAC T9 costs RM17,908 more than the Mitsubishi Triton. The gap brings an eight-speed automatic, five-seat cabin, seven airbags, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera.
Which truck has the stronger engine?
The Mitsubishi Triton has the stronger diesel engine, producing 179 hp and 430 Nm. The JAC T9 produces 168 hp and 410 Nm, a deficit of 11 hp and 20 Nm.
