Verdict
These are radically different tools despite their near-identical 2.5-litre capacities. At RM145,888, the Terron 9 costs RM42,760 less and brings 520 Nm, all-wheel drive, an 850 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing capacity; it is the practical choice for work and heavy hauling. The Mazda 6 Grand Touring is 964 kg lighter, reaches 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds and has a 522-litre boot behind five doors. For Malaysian buyers carrying people and luggage rather than cargo, the Mazda’s wagon format, 218 km/h top speed and 5-star Euro NCAP rating make more sense.
Pick the Maxus Terron 9 if you need an 850 kg payload, 3,500 kg braked towing capacity and 520 Nm from an all-wheel-drive pickup.
Pick the Mazda 6 Grand Touring if you want the quicker 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time, a 522-litre enclosed boot and five-door wagon layout.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus Terron 9 RM145,888; Mazda 6 Grand Touring RM188,648.
- Torque: Maxus Terron 9 520 Nm; Mazda 6 Grand Touring 250 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Maxus Terron 9 10.9 seconds; Mazda 6 Grand Touring 8.2 seconds.
- Driveline: Maxus Terron 9 all-wheel drive; Mazda 6 Grand Touring front-wheel drive.
- Length: Maxus Terron 9 5,500 mm; Mazda 6 Grand Touring 4,800 mm.
- Warranty: Maxus Terron 9 five years/100,000 km; Mazda 6 Grand Touring three years/100,000 km.
Terron 9
- 850 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing rating.
- 520 Nm diesel torque with all-wheel drive.
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty and 360-degree camera.
- Slower 10.9-second 0-100 km/h time versus 8.2 seconds.
- No stated boot-space figure; the Mazda has a 522-litre enclosed boot.
- Far larger 5,500 mm body than the Mazda’s 4,800 mm length.
6 Grand Touring
- 8.2-second 0-100 km/h time and 218 km/h top speed.
- 522-litre boot with 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
- 5-star Euro NCAP and ANCAP ratings with six airbags and stability control.
- RM42,760 dearer than the Terron 9.
- 250 Nm is well down on the Terron 9’s 520 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive and no stated payload or towing rating versus the Terron 9’s AWD, 850 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM145,888✓ | RM188,648 |
| Body type | Pickup | Wagon |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM838✓ | RM868 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection, Turbocharged | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 2,498 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 219 hp✓ | 185 hp |
| Torque | 520 Nm✓ | 250 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | ZF 8HP50 | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Mazda |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.9 seconds | 8.2 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 7.9 L/100 km | —✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 218 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 209 g/km | —✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,500 mm | 4,800 mm |
| Width | 1,997 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,874 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,300 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 2,470 kg | 1,506 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 62 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 522 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/55R20 | 225/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/55R20 | 225/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link Independent | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" x 8.5J Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" x 8.5J Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Electric Power Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Payload 850 kg; towing 3,500 kg braked / 750 kg unbraked; cargo bed 1,600 x 1,600 x 535 mm | G-Vectoring Control |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtains and Far-side | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | Front Dual Pretensioning | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | ISOFIX + Top Tether x2 | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED | LED projector |
| Taillamps | — | 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 Artificial Leather | Power Adjustable 8-way Driver's Seat with Memory, Power Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | Heated Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Front, tilt and slide |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 front |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 4 | 2 front, 2 rear |
| Audio | Dual 12.3" Digital Displays with Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers | Touch-screen with radio, CD, MP3, AUX, USB and Bluetooth, 11 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Start |
| Locks | — | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Intelligent Cruise Assist | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Power Tailgate with Lift Assist | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | First service free (3 months/5,000 km); optional 5-year/100,000 km service package RM6,000 | — |
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.
Used Terron 9 & 6 Grand Touring for sale
Terron 9 vs 6 Grand Touring FAQ
Is the Maxus Terron 9 or Mazda 6 Grand Touring better?
The Terron 9 is better for payload and towing, with 850 kg and 3,500 kg braked ratings. The Mazda 6 is better for faster acceleration, enclosed luggage space and a five-door wagon body.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda 6 Grand Touring costs RM42,760 more than the Maxus Terron 9.
Which one is quicker?
The Mazda 6 Grand Touring is quicker to 100 km/h, taking 8.2 seconds against the Terron 9’s 10.9 seconds. Its 218 km/h top speed also exceeds the pickup’s 180 km/h.