Verdict
The RM2,521 gap is small: the JAC T9 costs RM119,888 against the Mazda CX-30’s RM122,409. The T9 brings 168 hp, 410 Nm, all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic, plus blind-spot monitoring, autonomous emergency braking and adaptive cruise control. It is also huge at 5,330 mm long and 2,055 kg, so it asks more of Malaysian parking spaces. The 4,395 mm, 1,441 kg CX-30 is the more manageable five-door choice, with a 430-litre boot, but its 162 hp petrol engine produces 213 Nm and drives the front wheels only.
Pick the JAC T9 if you need a five-seat pickup with 410 Nm, all-wheel drive, stronger active-safety equipment and unlimited-mileage warranty cover.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 if you want a far shorter, lighter five-door SUV with a 430-litre boot, split-folding rear seats and a 6.4 L/100 km rated fuel consumption.
Key differences
- Price: JAC T9 RM119,888; Mazda CX-30 RM122,409.
- Power and torque: JAC T9 168 hp and 410 Nm; Mazda CX-30 162 hp and 213 Nm.
- Drivetrain and gearbox: JAC T9 all-wheel drive with eight-speed automatic; Mazda CX-30 front-wheel drive with six-speed automatic.
- Size and weight: JAC T9 is 5,330 mm long and 2,055 kg; Mazda CX-30 is 4,395 mm long and 1,441 kg.
- Active safety: JAC T9 has blind-spot monitoring, autonomous emergency braking and lane-keep steering correction; Mazda CX-30 has none of these listed.
- Warranty mileage: JAC T9 has five years with unlimited mileage; Mazda CX-30 has five years or 100,000 km.
T9
- 410 Nm turbodiesel with all-wheel drive and an eight-speed ZF automatic
- Blind-spot monitoring, autonomous emergency braking and adaptive cruise control
- Dual-zone climate control, 360-degree camera and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- At 5,330 mm long and 2,055 kg, it is 935 mm longer and 614 kg heavier than the CX-30.
- Four doors and a one-piece folding rear bench are less flexible than the Mazda’s five doors and 60:40 split-folding seats.
CX-30
- 4,395 mm length and 1,441 kg kerb weight suit tighter urban spaces
- 430-litre boot, 60:40 split-folding rear seats and powered tailgate
- Head-up display, sunroof and 6.4 L/100 km rated fuel consumption
- Its 213 Nm output is 197 Nm behind the T9’s 410 Nm, and it is front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
- It lacks the T9’s blind-spot monitoring, autonomous emergency braking, lane-keep steering correction and adaptive cruise control.
- Warranty mileage is capped at 100,000 km, where the T9’s five-year cover has no mileage limit.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,888✓ | RM122,409 |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, DOHC commonrail two-stage turbodiesel | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp✓ | 162 hp |
| Torque | 410 Nm✓ | 213 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 83.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Mazda |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 196 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,330 mm | 4,395 mm |
| Width | 1,965 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | 2,055 kg | 1,441 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 51 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Open Country H/T Z | Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side Curtain and Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Emergency Stop Signal |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | — | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB, 1 220-volt Socket | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.4" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six-speaker Sound System | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| 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 with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Engine (1st Owner Only) | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | — | RM439 |
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 vs CX-30 FAQ
Is the JAC T9 or Mazda CX-30 better?
The JAC T9 is better for all-wheel-drive traction, 410 Nm torque and active-safety equipment. The Mazda CX-30 is better for buyers who need a 4,395 mm-long SUV, a 430-litre boot and a 6.4 L/100 km rated consumption figure.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-30 costs RM2,521 more than the JAC T9. That is a narrow gap, so the decision should turn on pickup utility and all-wheel drive versus the Mazda’s smaller SUV footprint and boot.
Which has more active safety equipment?
The JAC T9 does. It has blind-spot monitoring, autonomous emergency braking, collision warning and lane-keep steering correction, while these items are not listed for the Mazda CX-30. The T9 also has adaptive cruise control; the Mazda uses passive cruise control.