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Maxus MIFA 9 vs Toyota Harrier

Maxus MIFA 9

Maxus MIFA 9

Verdict

The MIFA 9 has a 61% bigger boot, the MIFA 9 is 27% more powerful, while the MIFA 9 is about 7% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.

What the MIFA 9 has over the Harrier

AlarmImmobilizerPower Door

What the Harrier has over the MIFA 9

Child Safety LockFront FoglampsTiptronicNavigationElectric Steering AdjustmentParking Sensor FrontParking Sensor Rear

Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.

The MIFA 9's wheelbase is 510 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The MIFA 9 is 145 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the MIFA 9: 1,010 litres against 396.

MIFA 9 5,270 × 2,000 × 1,840 mm · wheelbase 3,200 mmHarrier 4,740 × 1,855 × 1,660 mm · wheelbase 2,690 mm
1,8405,270 mmWheelbase 3,200 mm1,6604,740 mmWheelbase 2,690 mm

Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.

Price & overview
PriceRM269,888✓RM289,000
Body typeMPVSUV
SegmentD-SegmentD-Segment
AssemblyCBUCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM220✓RM830
Monthly instalment (est.)RM2,755/mo✓RM2,950/mo
Insurance / year (est.)RM7,265✓RM7,861
Powertrain
Engine Tech400V architecture16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing and hybrid assistance (VVT-iE on intake, VVT-i on exhaust)
Capacity—2,487 cc
Horsepower—175 hp at 5,700 rpm
Torque—221 Nm at 3,600 rpm
Cylinder Arrangement—Inline 4
FuelElectricPetrol Hybrid/REV
Bore × Stroke—87.5 mm × 103.4 mm
Compression Ratio—14
Number of Motors11
Motor Horsepower241 hp✓118 hp
Motor Torque350 Nm✓202 Nm
EV Range435 km—
Charging Rate (AC)11 kW—
Charging Rate (DC)120 kW—
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticeCVT Automatic
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h9.2 seconds—
Top Speed—180 km/h
Dimensions
Length5,270 mm4,740 mm
Width2,000 mm1,855 mm
Height1,840 mm1,660 mm
Wheelbase3,200 mm2,690 mm
Weight3,095 kg1,695 kg
Fuel Tank—55 litres
Doors55
Seats75
Boot Space1,010 litres✓396 litres
Front Tyre235/55R19225/60R18
Rear Tyre235/55R19225/60R18
Spare TyreTyre Repair KitSpace Saver
Factory TyresContinental EcoContact 6Bridgestone Alenza H/L 33
Wiper Blade (Driver)26 inch26 inch
Wiper Blade (Passenger)19 inch16 inch
Wiper Blade (Rear)10 inch14 inch
Chassis
AssemblyChina (CBU)Japan (CBU)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkDouble Wishbone
Front Wheels19" Alloy18" Alloy
Rear Wheels19" Alloy18" Alloy
SteeringRack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Crash Safety Ratings
EuroNCAP5 stars—
Safety
Airbags6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags)7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain)
ABS/EBD✓✓
Stability Control✓✓
Alarm✓—
Immobilizer✓—
Child Safety Lock—Manual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts7 Three Point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System✓✓
ISOFIXAvailable on front passenger and outer two second row seatsAvailable on two outer rear passenger seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes, Pre-collision Braking
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning✓✓
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Safety Notes—Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking
Lighting
HeadlampsLED HeadlightsBi-LED Projector
TaillampsFull LED Tail LightsLED Combination
LED Daytime Running Lights✓✓
Front Foglamps—✓
Rear Foglamps✓✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators✓✓
Cabin
Front SeatsPowered Front Seats with Power Lumbar12-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Passenger Seat
Rear SeatsSliding and Folding Second Row60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, Manual Recline
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conRear Vents with Blower ControlRear Vents
SunroofYesFull-sized Moonroof with Electrochromic Function
Power Sockets1 Front1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB
Interior LightingMap Lights and Ambient LightingMap Lights, Cupholder Lights and Footwell Lights
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Audio12.3" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a 8-speaker sound system8" Display Audio with Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six speakers
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinchFour Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Entry (Push Button Start)Keyless Push Button
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps✓✓
Auto Wipers✓✓
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control
Tiptronic—✓
Steering Audio Control✓✓
Steering Tilt✓✓
Steering Telescopic✓✓
Electric Steering Adjustment—✓
Boot OperationContactless Opening, Powered BootPowered with Kick Sensor
Parking Sensor Front—4 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear—4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, with 360-degree CameraYes, with 360 Degree Camera
Folding Wing Mirrors✓✓
Bluetooth✓✓
Navigation—✓
Power DoorPowered Sliding Doors—
Hill Start Assist✓✓
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Convenience Notes—Front and Rear Digital Video Recorder
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer100,000 kmUnlimited✓
Warranty Manufacturer5 years5 years
Warranty Notes8-year/200,000 km battery warranty8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Hybrid Battery, Inverter and PCU

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 November 2026.

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