Verdict
The JAC T9 EV costs RM199,888, an RM79,112 saving over the Subaru Outback’s RM279,000, and its RM305 annual road tax is RM573 lower. Its dual motors produce 288 hp and 516 Nm, delivering 0-100 km/h in 8.4 seconds; the Outback’s 185 hp, 245 Nm petrol boxer takes 9.6 seconds. The JAC also brings an 88 kWh battery, 340 km EV range and 88 kW DC charging. But the Outback has the more complete active-safety kit, a 522-litre boot and a 206 km/h top speed against 140 km/h.
Pick the JAC T9 EV if you want the lower RM199,888 entry price, 340 km EV range, 3.3 kW V2L and quicker 8.4-second acceleration.
Pick the Subaru Outback if you need its 522-litre boot, 60:40 rear seats, 360-degree camera and active safety systems including autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring.
Key differences
- Price: JAC T9 EV RM199,888; Subaru Outback RM279,000.
- Road tax: JAC T9 EV RM305 per year; Subaru Outback RM878 per year.
- Performance: JAC T9 EV 288 hp/516 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 8.4 seconds; Subaru Outback 185 hp/245 Nm and 9.6 seconds.
- Top speed: JAC T9 EV 140 km/h; Subaru Outback 206 km/h.
- Length: JAC T9 EV 5,330 mm; Subaru Outback 4,870 mm.
- Safety assistance: JAC T9 EV has no blind-spot system, autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist; Subaru Outback has all three.
T9 EV
- RM79,112 cheaper to buy.
- 88 kWh battery with 340 km EV range and 88 kW DC charging.
- Quicker 0-100 km/h time and 3.3 kW V2L.
- 140 km/h top speed versus the Outback’s 206 km/h.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist.
- One-piece folding rear seat versus the Outback’s 60:40 split-folding arrangement.
Outback
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping steering correction.
- 522-litre boot, powered tailgate and 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
- 11.6-inch touchscreen, 11-speaker Harman Kardon audio and 360-degree camera.
- RM79,112 higher purchase price.
- RM878 annual road tax versus RM305 for the JAC.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time of 9.6 seconds.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM199,888✓ | RM279,000 |
| Body type | Pickup | Wagon |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM878 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | Direct Fuel Injection, Horizontally Opposed, 4-Cylinder, DOHC 16-Valve, Boxer Engine |
| Capacity | — | 2,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 185 hp |
| Torque | — | 245 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 94 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 12 |
| 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 | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Lineartronic CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Subaru |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.4 seconds✓ | 9.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 206 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,330 mm | 4,870 mm |
| Width | 1,965 mm | 1,875 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,682 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,756 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 63 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 522 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 225.60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | Bridgestone Alenza H/L33 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side Curtain and Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 on outer two rear seats | Available for Two Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | 10-way power adjustable driver with memory, 8-way powered adjustment front passenger |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | AC Vents | Rear AC vents |
| Sunroof | — | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB, 1 220-volt Socket | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 10.4" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six-speaker Sound System | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 11-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation and PIN Code Access |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| 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 View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| 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 | — |
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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T9 EV vs Outback FAQ
Is the JAC T9 EV or Subaru Outback better?
The JAC T9 EV is the stronger value choice for lower purchase price, lower road tax, EV driving and faster acceleration. Choose the Subaru Outback for its autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, 522-litre boot and more flexible rear seat.
What is the price difference?
The Subaru Outback costs RM279,000 and the JAC T9 EV costs RM199,888, so the Outback is RM79,112 more expensive.
Which has the lower annual road tax?
The JAC T9 EV has the lower annual road tax at RM305. The Subaru Outback is RM878 per year, a difference of RM573.