Verdict
These are very different answers to the same budget. The Ford Ranger costs RM3,462 less, brings 405 Nm versus the Jetour VT9’s 230 Nm, all-wheel drive and six airbags, but its six-speed manual suits buyers who genuinely want a pick-up. The VT9 is the easier family machine: a six-speed wet DCT, seven seats, 19-inch wheels, a 360-degree camera and a seven-year warranty. Its 89-litre boot is small with all seven seats in use, however. Pick the Ranger for work and traction; choose the VT9 for passenger duty.
The Ranger 3.0 Platinum 4x4 AT (RM205,888) sits above every VT9 variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
Pick the Ford Ranger if you need 405 Nm, all-wheel drive, a full-size spare and six airbags in a five-seat pick-up.
Pick the Jetour VT9 if you want seven seats, a six-speed wet DCT, 360-degree camera and a seven-year vehicle warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger RM115,888; Jetour VT9 RM119,350.
- Torque: Ford Ranger 405 Nm at 1,750 rpm; Jetour VT9 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm.
- Drivetrain/transmission: Ford Ranger all-wheel drive with six-speed manual; Jetour VT9 front-wheel drive with six-speed wet DCT.
- Seating: Ford Ranger five seats; Jetour VT9 seven seats.
- Airbags: Ford Ranger six; Jetour VT9 four.
- Warranty: Ford Ranger five years/160,000 km; Jetour VT9 seven years/150,000 km.
Ranger
- 405 Nm diesel torque and all-wheel drive
- Six airbags and hill descent control
- RM3,462 lower purchase price with a full-size spare
- Six-speed manual versus the VT9’s six-speed wet DCT
- Five seats versus seven
- No listed reverse camera or rear parking sensors
VT9
- Seven seats and power-adjustable driver’s seat
- 360-degree camera, rear sensors and powered boot
- Seven-year/150,000 km warranty plus 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty
- 230 Nm trails the Ranger’s 405 Nm
- Front-wheel drive versus all-wheel drive
- Four airbags versus six
What the Ranger has over the VT9
What the VT9 has over the Ranger
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Ranger's wheelbase is 550 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,888✓ | RM119,350 |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438 | RM120✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,185/mo✓ | RM1,220/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,326✓ | RM3,383 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp at 3,500 rpm✓ | 154 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 405 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 84.01 mm × 90.03 mm | 77 mm × 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 9.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | 6-speed DCT |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,370 mm | 4,724 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | 1,551 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 57 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 89 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | Sailun Terramax SV301 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for Outer Two Middle Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-A Front, 2 USB-A Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | — | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Is the Ford Ranger or Jetour VT9 better?
The Ranger is better for buyers who need all-wheel drive, 405 Nm and six airbags. The VT9 is better for family use, with seven seats, a wet DCT, 360-degree camera and a longer seven-year vehicle warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour VT9 costs RM3,462 more than the Ford Ranger: RM119,350 versus RM115,888.
Which is better for carrying passengers?
The Jetour VT9 is the clear passenger choice with seven seats, rear air-con vents, all-seat belt reminders and a 60:40 split-folding rear seat. The Ranger has five seats and a folding bench rear seat.
Which one is locally assembled?
The VT9 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Ranger is fully imported (CBU) from Thailand. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.