Verdict
The X9 has a 60% bigger boot, the X9 is 25% more powerful, while the S-MAX is about 21% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
The X9 AWD Performance (RM335,573) sits above every S-MAX variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
What the S-MAX has over the X9
What the X9 has over the S-MAX
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The X9's wheelbase is 311 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The X9 is 72 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the X9: 721 litres against 285.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM221,728✓ | RM281,073 |
| Body type | MPV | MPV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM440 | RM365✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM2,265/mo✓ | RM2,870/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM6,078✓ | RM7,556 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM3,144 | RM1,575✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM15.72 | RM7.87✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM48,309 | RM47,476✓ |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | — | 8.6 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | — | 10 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 237 hp at 5,300 rpm | — |
| Torque | 345 Nm at 2,300 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 87.5 mm × 83.1 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.3 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 315 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 450 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 94.8 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 535 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 537 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Selectshift | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford/GM | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.4 seconds | 8.2 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.9 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 224 km/h✓ | 200 km/h |
| Co2 | 180 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,796 mm | 5,316 mm |
| Width | 1,916 mm | 1,988 mm |
| Height | 1,655 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,849 mm | 3,160 mm |
| Weight | 1,748 kg | 2,750 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 285 litres | 721 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R17 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R17 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Primacy 3 | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Spain (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" Alloys with Floating Logo |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Air Suspension, Rear-axle Steering |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain) | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Integrated Second Row Seat Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available On Three Middle Row Passenger Seats | Available on Second & Third Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Seats with Memory for Driver, Heated, Ventilated, with Massage Function | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-Folding and Sliding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-Folding Last Row, Electric Folding | 14-way Second Row Individual Captain Seats with Ventilation, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row with One-touch Electric Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Triple-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Double Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 4 Wireless Chargers, 2 USB Second Row, 2 USB Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 8" Ford SYNC 2 with 9-speaker Sony Premium Audio | 17.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 27-speaker XOpera Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Front Doors & Rear Sliding Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 120,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery 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). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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How long does charging take?
The X9's 94.8 kWh battery takes about 8.6 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 10 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 537 kW peak.
Which has the better warranty?
The X9 carries a 5-year manufacturer warranty against 3 years for the S-MAX. X9: 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty.