Verdict
These two serve very different Malaysian jobs. The JAC T9 brings 168 hp, 410 Nm, all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic, against the Toyota Vios’ 104 hp, 138 Nm, front-wheel drive and CVT. It is also a 5,330 mm pickup, 905 kg heavier than the 4,425 mm sedan. The Vios counters with a quoted 5.2 L/100 km, a 475-litre boot and RM29,288 left in your pocket. Pick the T9 for its hardware and cabin kit; pick the Vios for a far smaller, lighter daily car.
Pick the JAC T9 if you need a 5,330 mm pickup with 168 hp, 410 Nm, all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic.
Pick the Toyota Vios if you want a 4,425 mm sedan with a quoted 5.2 L/100 km consumption figure and 475 litres of boot space.
Key differences
- Price: JAC T9 RM119,888; Toyota Vios RM90,600.
- Output: JAC T9 168 hp and 410 Nm; Toyota Vios 104 hp and 138 Nm.
- Driveline: JAC T9 all-wheel drive; Toyota Vios front-wheel drive.
- Length: JAC T9 5,330 mm; Toyota Vios 4,425 mm.
- Kerb weight: JAC T9 2,055 kg; Toyota Vios 1,015 kg.
- Wheels: JAC T9 18-inch alloys with 265/60R18 tyres; Toyota Vios 16-inch alloys with 195/60R16 tyres.
T9
- 168 hp and 410 Nm, with all-wheel drive.
- Eight-speed ZF automatic.
- Dual-zone climate control, powered front seats and adaptive cruise control.
- Costs RM29,288 more.
- At 5,330 mm long and 2,055 kg, it is much larger and 1,040 kg heavier.
- No rated fuel-economy figure is quoted, while the Vios is rated at 5.2 L/100 km.
Vios
- Quoted fuel economy of 5.2 L/100 km.
- 475-litre boot in a 4,425 mm-long sedan.
- Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
- 104 hp and 138 Nm trail the T9’s 168 hp and 410 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
- Manual front-seat adjustment and single-zone manual air-conditioning.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,888 | RM90,600✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | — | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, DOHC commonrail two-stage turbodiesel | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp✓ | 104 hp |
| Torque | 410 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | CVT with 7-speed Sequential Shiftmatic |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 5.2 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,330 mm | 4,425 mm |
| Width | 1,965 mm | 1,740 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 2,055 kg | 1,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 475 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 195/60R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 195/60R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | Full-size 16" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Open Country H/T Z | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| 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) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side Curtain and Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, 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 on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Reflector |
| 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 | Fixed Bench |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Manual |
| Rear Air-con | AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB, 1 220-volt Socket | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| 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 | 9" Touchscreen Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes, with 3D Panoramic View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Engine (1st Owner Only) | — |
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 Vios FAQ
Is the JAC T9 or Toyota Vios better?
The JAC T9 is better for all-wheel-drive capability, output and equipment, with 168 hp, 410 Nm and an eight-speed automatic. The Toyota Vios is better as the smaller sedan, with a 475-litre boot and quoted 5.2 L/100 km economy.
What is the price difference?
The JAC T9 costs RM29,288 more than the Toyota Vios.
Which one is more compact for daily use?
The Toyota Vios is far more compact: it is 4,425 mm long, 1,740 mm wide and 1,480 mm tall, versus the JAC T9’s 5,330 mm, 1,965 mm and 1,920 mm.