Verdict
The eTerron 9 is the more technically ambitious pickup: its twin motors deliver 435 hp and 700 Nm, it reaches 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds and its 102.2-kWh battery is rated for 430 km. It is also 220 mm longer and carries a 236-litre powered frunk. The BT-50 counters with a 3.0-litre diesel producing 188 hp and 450 Nm, a 76-litre tank and 835 kg less mass. Choose the Maxus for EV performance and charging access; the Mazda remains the lighter diesel alternative.
The eTerron 9 Premium (RM246,888) sits above every BT-50 variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
Pick the Maxus eTerron 9 if you want 435 hp, 700 Nm, a 430-km EV range and 6.6-kW vehicle-to-load power.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 if a 3.0-litre diesel, 76-litre fuel tank and 2,015-kg kerb weight suit your use better.
Key differences
- Price: RM228,888 for the Maxus eTerron 9 versus RM140,418 for the Mazda BT-50.
- Power and torque: 435 hp and 700 Nm from two motors versus 188 hp and 450 Nm from a 3.0-litre diesel.
- Energy storage: 102.2-kWh battery and 430-km range versus a 76-litre diesel tank.
- Length and wheelbase: 5,500 mm and 3,300 mm versus 5,280 mm and 3,125 mm.
- Weight: 2,850 kg versus 2,015 kg.
- Top speed: 190 km/h versus 180 km/h.
eTerron 9
- 435 hp and 700 Nm from twin motors
- 430-km rated range with 11-kW AC and 115-kW DC charging
- 236-litre powered frunk and 6.6-kW V2L
- Higher purchase price
- 835 kg heavier
- No front or rear foglamps
BT-50
- RM88,470 lower purchase price
- 835 kg lighter
- Front and rear foglamps, plus eight speakers
- 188 hp and 450 Nm trail the Maxus figures
- 180-km/h top speed is 10 km/h lower
- Lane-keeping gives warning only, rather than steering correction
What the eTerron 9 has over the BT-50
What the BT-50 has over the eTerron 9
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The eTerron 9's wheelbase is 175 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The eTerron 9 is 127 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 | RM228,888 | RM140,418✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM665✓ | RM1,638 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM2,335/mo | RM1,435/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM6,199 | RM3,997✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM2,112 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM10.56 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM44,879 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 9.3 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 60 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection |
| Capacity | — | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 188 hp at 3,600 rpm |
| Torque | — | 450 Nm at 1,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 95.4 mm × 104.9 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 16.3 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 435 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 102.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 430 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 115 kW | — |
| V2L | 6.6 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6AT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.8 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,500 mm | 5,280 mm |
| Width | 1,997 mm | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,860 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,300 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 2,850 kg | 2,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 76 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 275/55R20 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/55R20 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Full-size Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Dunlop AT25 Grandtrek |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link Independent | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Electric Power Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Payload 650 kg; towing 3,500 kg braked / 750 kg unbraked; cargo bed 1,561 x 1,500 x 535 mm; 236 L powered frunk | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtains and Centre) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Second row outer seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and Rear Seats | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | ACC, ICA (Integrated Cruise Assist), FCW, AEB, LKA, LDW, ELK, SLIF, ISA, IHC (Intelligent High Beam Control), Blind Spot Assist, RCTA, LCA, RCW, DOW, ESP with Emergency Brake Assist, Hill Hold Assist, Roll Movement Intervention, Hill Descent Control, ATS (All Terrain Mode), TPMS | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Auto LED | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED with LED Light Bar | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Six-way Power Adjustable Driver and Front Passenger Seats, Heated; Black PVC | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Heated Rear Seats | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage |
| Front Air-con | Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB-A, 2 USB-C, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Dual 12.3" Digital Displays with Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | All Power with One-touch Up and Down | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button (PEPS) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Intelligent Cruise Assist | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Tailgate with Lift Assistance | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Conventional | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Wireless Charger, Auto Hold, Heated Microfibre Leather Multifunction Steering Wheel, Auto-dimming Interior Mirror, DAB Digital Radio, Fatigue Driving Early Warning, 2 Smart Keys, Side Step, Cargo Slide Rail with Hook, Cargo Lighting x2, Rear Trailer Tow Interface with Controller, Rear Window Defroster, Front Trunk with Electric Support Rod, V2L Interior (Front Trunk and Rear Cargo) and Exterior, Mode 3 Three-phase Charging Cable, Battery Liquid Cooling and Heating, 550 mm Wading Depth | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Battery warranty 8 years/200,000 km; first service free (3 months/5,000 km); optional 5-year/100,000 km service package RM5,000 | — |
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. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). 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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eTerron 9 vs BT-50 FAQ
Is the Maxus eTerron 9 or Mazda BT-50 better?
The Maxus eTerron 9 is better for buyers able to charge, with 435 hp, 700 Nm and a 430-km rated range. The Mazda BT-50 is the better fit if you want a lighter 3.0-litre diesel pickup.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus eTerron 9 costs RM88,470 more than the Mazda BT-50: RM228,888 versus RM140,418.
Which pickup has the stronger performance figures?
The Maxus eTerron 9 does. Its twin motors make 435 hp and 700 Nm, and it reaches 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds; the BT-50 makes 188 hp and 450 Nm.
How long does charging take?
The eTerron 9's 102.2 kWh battery takes about 9.3 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 60 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 115 kW peak.