Verdict
Just RM2,588 separates them, but the Maxus eTerron 9 spends that extra on far more EV hardware: 435 hp, 700 Nm, a 102.2-kWh battery and 430 km of range against the Hilux’s 193 hp, 473 Nm, 59.2 kWh and 257 km. It is also the more capable load-hauler on paper, with a 650-kg payload and 3,500-kg braked towing rating. The Toyota counters with RM160 annual road tax rather than RM665, 125-kW DC charging and a longer 150,000-km vehicle warranty. For Malaysian long-distance EV use, the Maxus is the clearer pick.
Pick the Maxus eTerron 9 if you need 430 km of range, 3,500 kg braked towing and a 6.6-kW V2L supply.
Pick the Toyota Hilux if lower annual road tax, faster 125-kW DC charging and a 150,000-km vehicle warranty matter more than range.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus eTerron 9 RM228,888; Toyota Hilux RM226,300.
- EV range and battery: Maxus eTerron 9 430 km from 102.2 kWh; Toyota Hilux 257 km from 59.2 kWh.
- Motor output: Maxus eTerron 9 435 hp and 700 Nm; Toyota Hilux 193 hp and 473 Nm.
- Charging and V2L: Maxus eTerron 9 11-kW AC, 115-kW DC and 6.6-kW V2L; Toyota Hilux 10-kW AC, 125-kW DC and no V2L.
- Size and weight: Maxus eTerron 9 is 5,500 mm long and 2,850 kg; Toyota Hilux is 5,320 mm and 2,455 kg.
- Annual road tax: Maxus eTerron 9 RM665; Toyota Hilux RM160.
eTerron 9
- 430 km EV range with a 102.2-kWh battery.
- 435 hp and 700 Nm from two motors.
- 650-kg payload, 3,500-kg braked towing and 6.6-kW V2L.
- RM665 annual road tax versus the Toyota Hilux’s RM160.
- 115-kW DC charging is 10 kW below the Toyota Hilux’s 125 kW.
- Five-year vehicle warranty is capped at 100,000 km, versus 150,000 km.
Hilux
- RM160 annual road tax.
- 125-kW DC charging.
- Five-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty and eight-year unlimited-mileage battery warranty.
- 257 km EV range trails the Maxus eTerron 9’s 430 km.
- 59.2-kWh battery is 43.0 kWh smaller than the Maxus eTerron 9’s 102.2 kWh pack.
- No V2L, while the Maxus eTerron 9 supplies up to 6.6 kW.
What the eTerron 9 has over the Hilux
What the Hilux 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 215 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The eTerron 9 is 142 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 | RM226,300✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM665 | RM160✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM2,335/mo | RM2,310/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM6,199 | RM6,132✓ |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM2,112 | RM2,047✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM10.56 | RM10.23✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM44,879 | RM41,692✓ |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 9.3 hours | 5.9 hours✓ |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 60 min | 35 min✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 2 |
| Motor Horsepower | 435 hp✓ | 193 hp |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm✓ | 473 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 102.2 kWh✓ | 59.2 kWh |
| EV Range | 430 km✓ | 257 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW✓ | 10 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 115 kW | 125 kW✓ |
| V2L | 6.6 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.8 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,500 mm | 5,320 mm |
| Width | 1,997 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,860 mm | 1,845 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,300 mm | 3,085 mm |
| Weight | 2,850 kg | 2,455 kg |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 275/55R20 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/55R20 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link Independent | De Dion Rear Axle |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 17" Aero Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 17" Aero Alloy |
| Steering | Electric Power Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric 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, Driver's Knee, 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 | Second row outer seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and Rear Seats | 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 | LED Projector |
| 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 | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Heated Rear Seats | 60:40 Tip-up base |
| Front Air-con | Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 2 USB-A, 2 USB-C, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 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 | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 8-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | All Power with One-touch Up and Down | Four Windows, 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 |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Tailgate with Lift Assistance | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | Conventional | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| 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 | 150,000 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 | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. 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 Hilux FAQ
Is the Maxus eTerron 9 or Toyota Hilux better?
The Maxus eTerron 9 is better for range, output and utility, with 430 km, 435 hp, 700 Nm, V2L and stated towing figures. Choose the Toyota Hilux for lower RM160 road tax, 125-kW DC charging and its 150,000-km vehicle warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus eTerron 9 costs RM2,588 more than the Toyota Hilux: RM228,888 versus RM226,300.
Which has the longer EV range?
The Maxus eTerron 9 has the longer stated EV range at 430 km, which is 173 km more than the Toyota Hilux’s 257 km. Its 102.2-kWh battery is also larger than the Hilux’s 59.2-kWh unit.
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. The Hilux's 59.2 kWh battery takes about 5.9 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 35 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 125 kW peak.