Verdict
The T9 EV is 40% more powerful, the eVitara goes 20% further on a charge, while the eVitara is about 6% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
What the T9 EV has over the eVitara
What the eVitara 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 T9 EV's wheelbase is 410 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The T9 EV is 165 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 | RM199,888 | RM188,000✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305 | RM120✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM2,040/mo | RM1,920/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM5,445 | RM5,136✓ |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM2,300 | RM1,274✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM11.50 | RM6.37✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM40,249 | RM32,651✓ |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 8.0 hours✓ | 8.7 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 70 min | 65 min✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 288 hp✓ | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | 516 Nm✓ | 193 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 88 kWh✓ | 61.1 kWh |
| EV Range | 340 km | 426 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW✓ | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 88 kW✓ | 67 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.4 seconds✓ | 8.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 150 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,330 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,965 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,788 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 306 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| 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, Driver's Knee, 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 outer 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's Seat with Memory Function, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | — | Front Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB, 1 220-volt Socket | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient 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 | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Infinity 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 |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 200,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 6-Year/200,000 km Warranty for Battery | 5-year/100,000 km BEV Components Warranty, 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. 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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T9 EV vs eVitara FAQ
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. The eVitara's 61.1 kWh battery takes about 8.7 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 65 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 67 kW peak.
Which has the better warranty?
The T9 EV carries a 6-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the eVitara. T9 EV: 6-Year/200,000 km Warranty for Battery. eVitara: 5-year/100,000 km BEV Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty.