Verdict
The RM4,450-cheaper Jetour VT9 is the more family-focused choice: it carries seven, has four airbags, a 360-degree camera and a powered boot in a 4,724 mm body. The Foton Tunland is a very different tool, a 5,617 mm pickup with all-wheel drive, 400 Nm from 1,500 rpm and a 76-litre tank. Its eight-speed ZF automatic, full-size spare and 200,000 km warranty mileage suit buyers who need the truck format; the VT9’s 230 Nm, front-wheel drive and 89-litre boot suit passenger duty better.
Pick the Foton Tunland if you need a five-seat pickup with all-wheel drive, 400 Nm and a full-size spare.
Pick the Jetour VT9 if you need seven seats, four airbags, a 360-degree camera and a powered boot in a shorter SUV.
Key differences
- Price: Foton Tunland RM123,800; Jetour VT9 RM119,350.
- Torque and driveline: Tunland 400 Nm and all-wheel drive; VT9 230 Nm and front-wheel drive.
- Seating: Tunland five seats; VT9 seven seats.
- Dimensions: Tunland 5,617 mm long with a 3,355 mm wheelbase; VT9 4,724 mm long with a 2,720 mm wheelbase.
- Safety hardware: Tunland has two airbags; VT9 has four airbags and a 360-degree surround-view monitor.
- Warranty mileage: Tunland 200,000 km over seven years; VT9 150,000 km over seven years.
Tunland
- 400 Nm from 1,500 rpm with all-wheel drive.
- Eight-speed ZF automatic and 76-litre fuel tank.
- Full-size spare and 200,000 km manufacturer warranty mileage.
- Two airbags versus the VT9’s four.
- Five seats versus the VT9’s seven.
- No 360-degree camera or powered boot.
VT9
- Seven seats and an 89-litre boot.
- Four airbags and 360-degree surround-view monitor.
- Powered boot, folding wing mirrors and wireless charger.
- 230 Nm versus the Tunland’s 400 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive versus the Tunland’s all-wheel drive.
- 150,000 km warranty mileage versus 200,000 km.
What the Tunland has over the VT9
What the VT9 has over the Tunland
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Tunland's wheelbase is 635 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The Tunland is 190 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM123,800 | RM119,350✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | — | RM120 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,265/mo | RM1,220/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,467 | RM3,383✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbo, 48-volt Mild Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 161 hp at 3,600 rpm✓ | 154 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 77 mm × 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 8AT | 6-speed DCT |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,617 mm | 4,724 mm |
| Width | 2,090 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,955 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,355 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | 2,160 kg | 1,551 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 76 litres | 57 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 89 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Giti AT71 | Sailun Terramax SV301 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Hydraulic Power Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Front Passenger) | 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 Outer Two Rear Seats | Available for Outer Two Middle Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-A Front, 2 USB-A Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, 4-speaker Sound System | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 200,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 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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Tunland vs VT9 FAQ
Is the Foton Tunland or Jetour VT9 better?
The Jetour VT9 is better for seven-seat family use, with four airbags, a powered boot and 360-degree camera. The Foton Tunland is better when all-wheel drive, 400 Nm and a pickup body are requirements.
What is the price difference?
The Foton Tunland costs RM4,450 more than the Jetour VT9.
Which has the stronger warranty coverage?
Both have a seven-year manufacturer warranty, but the Foton Tunland’s mileage limit is 200,000 km versus 150,000 km for the Jetour VT9. The VT9 also has a 10-year, 1,000,000 km engine warranty.
Which one is locally assembled?
The VT9 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Tunland is fully imported (CBU) from China. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.