Verdict
The Maxus Terron 9 costs RM145,888 to the JAC T9 EV’s RM199,888, leaving a RM54,000 gap. For Malaysian buyers who need a working truck, the Maxus brings 850 kg payload, 3,500 kg braked towing and a much fuller active-safety suite. The JAC answers with zero-tailpipe-emission driving, 340 km EV range, 8.4-second 0-100 km/h pace and RM305 annual road tax against RM838. Choose the JAC only if home or workplace charging suits your routine; the Maxus is the more practical all-rounder on paper.
The T9 EV Luxury (RM199,888) sits above every Terron 9 variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
Pick the JAC T9 EV if you can charge regularly and want 340 km electric range, 8.4-second acceleration and lower RM305 annual road tax.
Pick the Maxus Terron 9 if you want to spend RM54,000 less, need 850 kg payload or 3,500 kg braked towing, and value its broader driver-assistance kit.
Key differences
- Powertrain: JAC has two electric motors producing 288 hp and 516 Nm; Maxus has a 2.5-litre diesel four-cylinder with 219 hp and 520 Nm.
- Acceleration: JAC reaches 100 km/h in 8.4 seconds; Maxus takes 10.9 seconds.
- Running costs: JAC road tax is RM305 a year; Maxus road tax is RM838 a year.
- Size: JAC is 5,330 mm long on a 3,110 mm wheelbase; Maxus is 5,500 mm long on a 3,300 mm wheelbase.
- Safety assistance: JAC has no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist; Maxus has AEB and steering-correction lane-keeping assist.
- Warranty: JAC gets six years/200,000 km, including its battery; Maxus gets five years/100,000 km.
T9 EV
- 340 km EV range with 11 kW AC and 88 kW DC charging
- Quicker 8.4-second 0-100 km/h time
- Six-year/200,000 km warranty and 3.3 kW V2L
- RM54,000 dearer
- No AEB, lane-keeping assist or blind-spot information system
- Shorter 3,110 mm wheelbase than the Maxus’ 3,300 mm
Terron 9
- 850 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing capacity
- AEB, blind-spot monitoring and steering-correction lane-keeping assist
- Longer 3,300 mm wheelbase, plus a 360-degree camera and power tailgate
- Slower 10.9-second 0-100 km/h time
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty trails the JAC’s six-year/200,000 km cover
- No electric-only driving, V2L or published EV range
What the T9 EV has over the Terron 9
What the Terron 9 has over the T9 EV
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Terron 9's wheelbase is 190 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 | RM199,888 | RM145,888✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM838 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM2,040/mo | RM1,490/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM5,445 | RM4,140✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM2,300✓ | RM3,318 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM11.50✓ | RM16.59 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM40,249✓ | RM41,480 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 8.0 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 70 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection, Turbocharged |
| Capacity | — | 2,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 219 hp at 3,800 rpm |
| Torque | — | 520 Nm at 1,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 88.3 mm × 102 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 16 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 288 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 516 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 88 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 340 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 88 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | ZF 8HP50 |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.4 seconds✓ | 10.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.9 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | — | 209 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,330 mm | 5,500 mm |
| Width | 1,965 mm | 1,997 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,874 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 3,300 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,470 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 275/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 275/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link Independent |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 20" x 8.5J Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 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 |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side Curtain and Front Centre Airbag) | 7 (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 | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | Front Dual Pretensioning |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | ISOFIX + Top Tether x2 |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Safety Notes | — | AEB, FCW, LDW, LKA, ELK, LCA, ISA, SLIF, IHC (Intelligent High Beam Control), Fatigue Reminder and Attention Assist, RCW, RCTA, DOW, Hill Descent Control, Hill-start Assist, Roll Movement Intervention, TCS, VDC, TPMS |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | Six-way Power Adjustable Driver and Front Passenger Seats, Heated; Black Artificial Leather |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | Heated Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB, 1 220-volt Socket | 1 12V Outlet, 2 USB-A, 2 USB-C, 1 Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 4 |
| Audio | 10.4" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six-speaker Sound System | Dual 12.3" Digital Displays with Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | All |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive, Integrated Cruise Assist (ICA) |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Power Tailgate with Lift Assist |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | Yes |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Conventional |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Wireless Charger, Auto Hold, Heated Microfibre Leather Multifunction Steering Wheel, Column-mounted Gear Shifter, Pollen Filter, Lockable Glove Box, Remote Control Locking, 2 Smart Keys, Side Steps, Chrome Roof Rails, Cargo Tie-down Hooks x4, Cargo Lighting x2, Cargo Tailgate Lock, Integral End Gate, Rear Window Defroster, Drive Modes: Normal/Eco/Sport, Mud/Snow/Sand/Tow, 4L Rock/Deep Snow/Deep Mud/Wade/Rock Crawl, Custom; Steering Assist Modes Standard/Sport/Comfortable; 550 mm Wading Depth |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 200,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 6-Year/200,000 km Warranty for Battery | 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. 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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Is the JAC T9 EV or Maxus Terron 9 better?
The Maxus Terron 9 is the better all-round work pickup, with 850 kg payload, 3,500 kg braked towing and more active safety equipment. The JAC T9 EV is the better choice for regular charging, lower annual road tax and faster acceleration.
What is the price difference?
The JAC T9 EV costs RM54,000 more than the Maxus Terron 9.
How far can the JAC T9 EV travel and how quickly can it charge?
The JAC T9 EV has a quoted 340 km range from its 88 kWh battery. It supports 11 kW AC charging and up to 88 kW DC charging, while also supplying up to 3.3 kW through V2L.
How long does charging take?
The T9 EV's 88.0 kWh battery takes about 8.0 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 70 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 88 kW peak.
Which has the better warranty?
The T9 EV carries a 6-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the Terron 9. T9 EV: 6-Year/200,000 km Warranty for Battery. Terron 9: First service free (3 months/5,000 km); optional 5-year/100,000 km service package RM6,000.