Verdict
At RM49,000 less, the JAC T9 EV gives Malaysian buyers 288 hp, 516 Nm and an 8.4-second 0-100 km/h time, against the Ford Ranger Raptor's 210 hp, 500 Nm and 10.5 seconds. Its 88-kWh battery is rated for 340 km and accepts 88-kW DC charging. The Ford costs more, but gets Fox adaptive dampers, a locking rear differential and Baja mode, plus autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera. Choose based on charging access and intended terrain.
Pick the Ford Ranger Raptor if off-road hardware, a 180 km/h top speed and its broader driver-assistance kit matter more than the RM49,000 saving.
Pick the JAC T9 EV if you can charge regularly and want quicker acceleration, 340 km of rated EV range and a longer warranty for less money.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger Raptor RM248,888; JAC T9 EV RM199,888.
- Output: Ford Ranger Raptor 210 hp and 500 Nm; JAC T9 EV 288 hp and 516 Nm.
- Acceleration and top speed: Ford Ranger Raptor 10.5 seconds and 180 km/h; JAC T9 EV 8.4 seconds and 140 km/h.
- Wheelbase: Ford Ranger Raptor 3,270 mm; JAC T9 EV 3,110 mm.
- Warranty: Ford Ranger Raptor five years/160,000 km; JAC T9 EV six years/200,000 km.
- Parking assistance: Ford Ranger Raptor has six front and six rear sensors plus a 360-degree camera; JAC T9 EV has no front sensors, four rear sensors and a…
Ranger Raptor
- Fox adaptive dampers, locking rear differential and Baja mode.
- Autonomous braking with pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping steering correction.
- 180 km/h top speed, plus 360-degree camera and auto parking.
- RM49,000 dearer.
- Slower to 100 km/h: 10.5 seconds versus 8.4 seconds.
- Shorter five-year/160,000 km warranty versus six years/200,000 km.
T9 EV
- 288 hp, 516 Nm and an 8.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 88-kWh battery, 340 km rated range and 88-kW DC charging.
- Six-year/200,000 km vehicle and battery warranty, plus 3.3-kW V2L.
- 140 km/h top speed versus 180 km/h.
- No listed autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist.
- No listed locking rear differential, Fox adaptive dampers or terrain modes.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM248,888 | RM199,888✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM305✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC commonrail diesel with twin turbochargers | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 210 hp | — |
| Torque | 500 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Bore | 84 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 16 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 516 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 88 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 340 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 88 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 with SelectShift | — |
| Gears | 10 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford/GM | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h✓ | 140 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,381 mm | 5,330 mm |
| Width | 2,028 mm | 1,965 mm |
| Height | 1,922 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 3,110 mm |
| Weight | 2,430 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 285/70R17 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/70R17 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Steel | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 | Chao Yang SU318a H/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring with Watt's Linkage | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Fox Racing Adaptive Shox Dampers, Terrain Management System with Baja and Sport Mode and Locking Rear Differential | — |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, 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, with Pedestrian Detection | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Trail Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, 10-way manually adjustable passenger seat | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | Tip-up with under-seat storage | One-piece Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB, 1 220-volt Socket |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights with Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 4 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, Front with Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | 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 | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Easy-lift Tailgate | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Wireless Qi Charger, 230V inverters (Rear and Cargo Bed) | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | 200,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 6-Year/200,000 km Warranty for Battery |
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 Raptor vs T9 EV FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger Raptor or JAC T9 EV better?
The JAC T9 EV is the stronger road-use choice if regular charging suits your routine, with more power, faster acceleration and a longer warranty. The Ford Ranger Raptor is better for buyers who need its specific off-road hardware and driver-assistance features.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Ranger Raptor costs RM49,000 more than the JAC T9 EV: RM248,888 against RM199,888.
Which truck is quicker?
The JAC T9 EV is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 8.4 seconds versus 10.5 seconds for the Ford Ranger Raptor. The Ford has the higher top speed at 180 km/h, against 140 km/h.