Verdict
At RM115,888, the Ford Ranger undercuts the RM145,888 Maxus Terron 9 by RM30,000, while its annual road tax is RM438 rather than RM838. The Maxus justifies much of that outlay with 219 hp and 520 Nm against 168 hp and 405 Nm, an eight-speed automatic instead of a six-speed manual, plus blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera. Its 850-kg payload and 3,500-kg braked towing rating suit hard work. The Ranger makes more sense where lower purchase and running costs, plus its 5-year/160,000-km warranty, matter most.
Pick the Ford Ranger if you want to save RM30,000, pay RM400 less annual road tax and secure a 160,000-km warranty limit.
Pick the Maxus Terron 9 if you want 219 hp, 520 Nm, an eight-speed automatic and a far fuller driver-assistance package.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger RM115,888; Maxus Terron 9 RM145,888.
- Output: Ford Ranger 168 hp and 405 Nm; Maxus Terron 9 219 hp and 520 Nm.
- Transmission: Ford Ranger six-speed manual; Maxus Terron 9 ZF eight-speed automatic.
- Rear suspension: Ford Ranger leaf springs; Maxus Terron 9 multi-link independent.
- Dimensions: Ford Ranger 5,370 mm long and 1,918 mm wide; Maxus Terron 9 5,500 mm long and 1,997 mm wide.
- Warranty mileage: Ford Ranger 160,000 km; Maxus Terron 9 100,000 km.
Ranger
- RM30,000 lower purchase price
- RM438 annual road tax versus RM838
- Five-year, 160,000-km warranty
- 168 hp and 405 Nm trail the Maxus by 51 hp and 115 Nm
- Six-speed manual instead of an eight-speed automatic
- No blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking or 360-degree camera
Terron 9
- 219 hp and 520 Nm diesel output
- ZF eight-speed automatic and multi-link rear suspension
- Blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking and 360-degree camera
- RM30,000 higher purchase price
- RM838 annual road tax, RM400 more than the Ranger
- Five-year warranty is capped at 100,000 km, 60,000 km short of the Ranger
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,888✓ | RM145,888 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM838 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection with Single Turbocharger | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection, Turbocharged |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 2,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp | 219 hp✓ |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 520 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 84.01 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15.8 | 16 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | MT88 | ZF 8HP50 |
| Gears | 6 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | 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 | 5,370 mm | 5,500 mm |
| Width | 1,918 mm | 1,997 mm |
| Height | 1,884 mm | 1,874 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 3,300 mm |
| Weight | 2,227 kg | 2,470 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 255/70R16 | 275/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/70R16 | 275/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler H/T | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Multi-link Independent |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 20" x 8.5J Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 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 |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | ISOFIX + Top Tether x2 |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | — |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Six-way Power Adjustable Driver and Front Passenger Seats, Heated; Black Artificial Leather |
| Rear Seats | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage | Heated Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 4 |
| Audio | — | Dual 12.3" Digital Displays with Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down | — |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control with Intelligent Cruise Assist |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | — | Power Tailgate with Lift Assist |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | Yes |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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.
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Ranger vs Terron 9 FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger or Maxus Terron 9 better?
The Maxus Terron 9 is better equipped and substantially stronger, with 219 hp, 520 Nm and an eight-speed automatic. The Ford Ranger is the better cost-conscious choice, saving RM30,000 and carrying a 160,000-km warranty limit.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus Terron 9 costs RM30,000 more than the Ford Ranger. Its annual road tax is also RM400 higher, at RM838 versus RM438.
Which one is better for towing and carrying loads?
The Maxus Terron 9 is the clearer choice on published work ratings: it has an 850-kg payload, 3,500-kg braked towing limit and 750-kg unbraked towing limit. Equivalent Ranger payload and towing figures are not specified here.