Verdict
For just RM4,008 more, the JAC T9 EV brings 288 hp, 516 Nm and a 340 km electric range, plus 11 kW AC and 88 kW DC charging. Its RM305 annual road tax is also far below the Fortuner’s RM754. The Toyota Fortuner answers with seven seats, an 80-litre diesel tank and a shorter 4,795 mm SUV body that will be easier to place than the T9 EV’s 5,330 mm pickup. Pick the JAC for five-seat electric utility; the Fortuner for carrying more people.
Pick the JAC T9 EV if five seats are enough and you want 288 hp, 516 Nm, 340 km of EV range and lower RM305 annual road tax.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if you need seven seats, an 80-litre diesel tank and a more compact 4,795 mm SUV body.
Key differences
- Price: JAC T9 EV RM199,888; Toyota Fortuner RM195,880.
- Power and torque: JAC T9 EV 288 hp and 516 Nm; Toyota Fortuner 148 hp and 400 Nm.
- Seating: JAC T9 EV five seats; Toyota Fortuner seven seats.
- Length: JAC T9 EV 5,330 mm; Toyota Fortuner 4,795 mm.
- Annual road tax: JAC T9 EV RM305; Toyota Fortuner RM754.
- Energy storage: JAC T9 EV 88 kWh battery with 340 km range; Toyota Fortuner 80-litre diesel tank.
T9 EV
- 288 hp and 516 Nm from two motors
- 340 km range, 11 kW AC and 88 kW DC charging
- Adaptive cruise control, reverse camera and 10.4-inch touchscreen
- Five seats versus the Fortuner’s seven
- 5,330 mm length versus 4,795 mm
- Six-year/200,000 km manufacturer warranty versus unlimited mileage
Fortuner
- Seven seats with one-touch tumble middle row and space-up last row
- 80-litre diesel tank
- Telescopic steering adjustment and front parking sensors
- RM754 annual road tax versus RM305
- 148 hp and 400 Nm versus 288 hp and 516 Nm
- No reverse camera or adaptive cruise control
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM199,888 | RM195,880✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM754 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 148 hp |
| Torque | — | 400 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore | — | 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 15.6 |
| 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 | — | 6-speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Toyota |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.4 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,330 mm | 4,795 mm |
| Width | 1,965 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 4 stars — With 3 airbags and no stability control |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | AC Vents | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB, 1 220-volt Socket | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 4 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Audio | 10.4" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six-speaker Sound System | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 6 Speakers |
| 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 | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 200,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| 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 Fortuner FAQ
Is the JAC T9 EV or Toyota Fortuner better?
The JAC T9 EV is the stronger choice for electric running, with 288 hp, 516 Nm, 340 km range and lower road tax. The Toyota Fortuner is better when seven seats and an 80-litre diesel tank matter more.
What is the price difference?
The JAC T9 EV costs RM4,008 more than the Toyota Fortuner: RM199,888 against RM195,880.
Which has more space for passengers?
The Toyota Fortuner has seven seats, compared with five in the JAC T9 EV. Its second row folds 60:40 with one-touch tumble, while the third row folds 50:50 with one-touch space-up.