Car Buyer's Guide

JAC T9 EV vs Volkswagen Golf GTI

Verdict

The T9 EV is about 18% cheaper, while the T9 EV is 9% more powerful. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

Price & overview
PriceRM 199,888RM 244,012
Body typePickupHatchback
SegmentC-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCBUCKD
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable intake valve timing
Capacity1,984 cc
Horsepower261 hp
Torque370 Nm
Cylinder ArrangementInline
Timing TypeChain
FuelElectricPetrol
Number of Motors2
Motor Horsepower288 hp
Motor Torque516 Nm
Battery TypeLithium-iron Phosphate
Battery Capacity88 kWh
EV Range340 km
Charger Type (AC)Type 2
Charging Rate (AC)11 kW
Charger Type (DC)CCS
Charging Rate (DC)88 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticDual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
Transmission Name7-Speed DSG
Gears7
DrivelineAll Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h8.4 seconds5.9 seconds
Top Speed140 km/h250 km/h
Dimensions
Length5,330 mm4,289 mm
Width1,965 mm1,789 mm
Height1,920 mm1,437 mm
Wheelbase3,110 mm2,631 mm
Fuel Tank50 litres
Doors45
Seats55
Boot Space350 litres
Front Tyre265/60R18225/40R18
Rear Tyre265/60R18225/40R18
Spare TyreFull-size SpareSpace Saver
Factory TyresChao Yang SU318a H/TBridgestone Potenza S001
Chassis
AssemblyChina (CBU)Malaysia (CKD)
ChassisLadder FrameUnibody
Front SuspensionDouble WishbonesMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels18" Alloys18" Richmond Alloys
Rear Wheels18" Alloys18" Richmond Alloys
Front BrakesVentilated DiscsVentilated Discs
Rear BrakesSolid DiscsSolid Discs
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis NotesDynamic Chassis Control (DCC), Electronic Differential Lock (XDS)
Crash Safety Ratings
ANCAP5 stars
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Front Passenger, Front Side Curtain and Front Centre AirbagDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Center Airbag
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockManual For Rear DoorsManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable on outer two rear seatsAvailable for two outer rear passenger seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection
Lane-keeping AssistSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorIQ.Light Matrix LED Projector
TaillampsLED CombinationFull LED with Sequential Indicators
LED Daytime Running Lights
Front Foglamps
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsDriver and Passenger Powered SeatsPower Adjustable Driver's Seat with 3-person Memory, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat
Rear SeatsOne-piece Folding60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conAC VentsSingle-zone Automatic Climate Control
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB, 1 220-volt Socket1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C
Interior LightingMap Lights and Ambient LightingMap Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio10.4" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six-speaker Sound System12.9" Digital Cockpit Pro with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 9-speaker Harman Kardon Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinchFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Push Button
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Start/Stop
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationRemote Control Activation
Parking Sensor Front4 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYesYes
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Head-up Display
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer200,000 kmUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer6 years2 years
Warranty Notes6-Year/200,000 km Warranty for Battery
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM 305RM 372

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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