Verdict
The Ford Ranger Raptor costs RM248,888 against the Maxus eTerron 9’s RM228,888, but the RM20,000 gap is not merely about fuel choice. The Raptor’s 210 hp, 500 Nm diesel, Fox adaptive dampers, locking rear differential and 285/70R17 all-terrain tyres suit buyers who will use a pick-up away from tarmac. The eTerron 9 is the faster road machine at 5.8 seconds to 100 km/h, with 435 hp, 700 Nm and a 430 km electric range. Its RM665 annual road tax, however, is RM227 more than the Ford’s.
Pick the Ford Ranger Raptor if you want the lower annual road tax and purpose-built off-road hardware, including Fox adaptive dampers, a locking rear differential and all-terrain tyres.
Pick the Maxus eTerron 9 if you want 435 hp, 700 Nm, a 430 km electric range and a 3,500 kg braked towing rating for RM20,000 less.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger Raptor RM248,888; Maxus eTerron 9 RM228,888.
- Power and torque: Ford 210 hp and 500 Nm; Maxus 435 hp and 700 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Ford 10.5 seconds; Maxus 5.8 seconds.
- Annual road tax: Ford RM438; Maxus RM665.
- Length and wheelbase: Ford 5,381 mm and 3,270 mm; Maxus 5,500 mm and 3,300 mm.
- Kerb weight: Ford 2,430 kg; Maxus 2,850 kg.
Ranger Raptor
- Fox Racing adaptive dampers, Terrain Management System and locking rear differential.
- BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 tyres on 17-inch wheels.
- Lower RM438 annual road tax and 5-year/160,000 km warranty.
- Costs RM20,000 more.
- Much slower to 100 km/h at 10.5 seconds versus 5.8 seconds.
- Produces 210 hp and 500 Nm, against the Maxus’s 435 hp and 700 Nm.
eTerron 9
- 435 hp, 700 Nm and a 5.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 102.2 kWh battery, 430 km range, 115 kW DC charging and 6.6 kW V2L.
- 3,500 kg braked towing rating, 650 kg payload and a 236-litre powered frunk.
- RM665 annual road tax is RM227 higher.
- At 2,850 kg, it is 420 kg heavier.
- Its 5-year manufacturer warranty is capped at 100,000 km, versus 160,000 km for the Ford.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM248,888 | RM228,888✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM665 |
| 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 | — | 435 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 700 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 102.2 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 430 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 115 kW |
| V2L | — | 6.6 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 | 5.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 190 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,381 mm | 5,500 mm |
| Width | 2,028 mm | 1,997 mm |
| Height | 1,922 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 3,300 mm |
| Weight | 2,430 kg | 2,850 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 285/70R17 | 275/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/70R17 | 275/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Steel | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring with Watt's Linkage | Multi-link Independent |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| 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 | Payload 650 kg; towing 3,500 kg braked / 750 kg unbraked; cargo bed 1,561 x 1,500 x 535 mm; 236 L powered frunk |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtains and Centre |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available On Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front and Rear Seats |
| Safety Notes | Trail Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix Auto High Beam | Auto LED |
| Taillamps | 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 | Six-way Power Adjustable Driver and Front Passenger Seats, Heated; Black PVC |
| Rear Seats | Tip-up with under-seat storage | Heated Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights with Ambient Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 4 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Audio | — | Dual 12.3" Digital Displays with Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Front with Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | All Power with One-touch Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button (PEPS) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Intelligent Cruise Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Easy-lift Tailgate | Power Tailgate with Lift Assist |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | Yes |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Convenience Notes | Wireless Qi Charger, 230V inverters (Rear and Cargo Bed) | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | Battery warranty 8 years/200,000 km; first service free (3 months/5,000 km); optional 5-year/100,000 km service package RM5,000 |
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.
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Ranger Raptor vs eTerron 9 FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger Raptor or Maxus eTerron 9 better?
The Maxus eTerron 9 is better for outright performance, EV driving and rated towing, with 435 hp, 700 Nm and a 5.8-second sprint. The Ranger Raptor is the better choice for dedicated off-road hardware and lower annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Ranger Raptor costs RM20,000 more than the Maxus eTerron 9.
Which one has the stronger towing and load capability?
The Maxus eTerron 9 has stated ratings of 3,500 kg braked towing, 750 kg unbraked towing and 650 kg payload. No equivalent towing or payload figure is stated for the Ford Ranger Raptor here.