Honda Civic vs JAC T9
Verdict
The Honda Civic is the pricier, lighter road car: RM133,900, 1,349 kg, 180 hp and an 8.3-second 0-100 km/h time, with a 497-litre boot. The JAC T9 costs RM119,888 and is a very different tool, a 2,055 kg ladder-frame pickup with AWD, 410 Nm and an 8-speed ZF automatic. For Malaysian buyers, the RM14,012 saving gets the JAC more torque, size and rough-road hardware; the Civic counters with sedan agility cues, better power-to-weight and a proper boot.
Pick the Honda Civic if you want a lighter C-segment sedan with 180 hp, a 497-litre boot, telescopic steering adjustment and a known 8.3-second 0-100 km/h figure.
Pick the JAC T9 if you need a ladder-frame pickup with AWD, 410 Nm, a full-size spare, 360-degree camera and more cabin equipment on paper.
Key differences
- Price: Honda Civic RM133,900; JAC T9 RM119,888
- Power and torque: Honda Civic 180 hp/240 Nm; JAC T9 168 hp/410 Nm
- Drivetrain: Honda Civic front-wheel drive; JAC T9 all-wheel drive
- Size: Honda Civic 4,678 mm long/1,802 mm wide; JAC T9 5,330 mm long/1,965 mm wide
- Weight: Honda Civic 1,349 kg; JAC T9 2,055 kg
- Boot/spare tyre: Honda Civic 497-litre boot/space-saver spare; JAC T9 no boot figure listed/full-size spare
Civic
- Higher output at 180 hp versus 168 hp
- Much lighter at 1,349 kg versus 2,055 kg
- 497-litre boot and 60:40 split-fold rear seats
- Costs RM14,012 more
- Lower torque: 240 Nm versus 410 Nm
- Front-wheel drive only, while the JAC T9 has AWD
T9
- Cheaper by RM14,012
- Much stronger torque: 410 Nm versus 240 Nm
- Adds AWD, 360-degree monitor, blind spot information and a full-size spare
- Lower power: 168 hp versus 180 hp
- Much heavier at 2,055 kg versus 1,349 kg
- No telescopic steering adjustment listed
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 133,900 | RM 119,888✓ |
| Body type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve, DOHC commonrail two-stage turbodiesel |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 180 hp✓ | 168 hp |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 410 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Diesel |
| Bore | 73 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | ZF |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.3 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,678 mm | 5,330 mm |
| Width | 1,802 mm | 1,965 mm |
| Height | 1,415 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 3,110 mm |
| Weight | 1,349 kg | 2,055 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 47 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 497 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R16 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R16 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Continental MaxContact MC5 | Toyo Open Country H/T Z |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Ladder Frame |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side Curtain and Front Centre Airbag |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | One-piece Folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB, 1 220-volt Socket |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with Google Services Built-in, 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay | 10.4" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Front Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Engine (1st Owner Only) |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 90 | — |
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.
Civic vs T9 FAQ
Is the Honda Civic or JAC T9 better?
For normal sedan use, the Honda Civic is the cleaner fit: lighter, more powerful and with a 497-litre boot. The JAC T9 is better if you need pickup hardware, AWD and 410 Nm of diesel torque.
What is the price difference?
The Honda Civic costs RM133,900, while the JAC T9 costs RM119,888. That makes the Civic RM14,012 more expensive.
Which one has more safety kit on paper?
Both get autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assistance, stability control and all-seat belt reminders. The JAC T9 adds blind spot information, a 360-degree monitor and a 5-star ANCAP rating.