Verdict
At RM145,888, the Maxus Terron 9 costs RM5,470 more than the RM140,418 Mazda BT-50, but brings 219 hp and 520 Nm against 188 hp and 450 Nm, plus an eight-speed automatic. Its 3,300 mm wheelbase and multi-link rear suspension should suit buyers who prioritise cabin space and everyday ride comfort, although its 2,470 kg kerb weight and 1,997 mm width will be more noticeable in tight Malaysian car parks. The BT-50 counters with a lower RM1,638 annual road tax versus RM838 for the Maxus.
Pick the Maxus Terron 9 if you want the stronger 219 hp/520 Nm diesel, an eight-speed automatic, independent rear suspension and a 360-degree camera.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 if you want to spend RM5,470 less upfront, pay RM800 less annual road tax and live with a narrower, 455 kg lighter pickup.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus Terron 9 RM145,888; Mazda BT-50 RM140,418.
- Output: Maxus Terron 9 219 hp and 520 Nm; Mazda BT-50 188 hp and 450 Nm.
- Transmission: Maxus Terron 9 ZF eight-speed automatic; Mazda BT-50 six-speed automatic.
- Wheelbase: Maxus Terron 9 3,300 mm; Mazda BT-50 3,125 mm.
- Kerb weight: Maxus Terron 9 2,470 kg; Mazda BT-50 2,015 kg.
- Rear suspension: Maxus Terron 9 multi-link independent; Mazda BT-50 leaf springs.
Terron 9
- 219 hp and 520 Nm from the 2.5-litre diesel.
- ZF eight-speed automatic and multi-link independent rear suspension.
- 360-degree camera, power tailgate and dual 12.3-inch displays.
- Costs RM5,470 more than the BT-50.
- Annual road tax is RM838 higher.
- At 1,997 mm wide and 2,470 kg, it is 127 mm wider and 455 kg heavier.
BT-50
- RM5,470 lower purchase price and RM800 lower annual road tax.
- 455 kg lighter and 127 mm narrower for tighter spaces.
- Gets an alarm, front foglamps and wing-mirror turn indicators.
- Its 188 hp and 450 Nm trail the Terron 9 by 31 hp and 70 Nm.
- Six-speed automatic has two fewer ratios than the Maxus eight-speed.
- Leaf-spring rear suspension replaces the Terron 9's multi-link independent setup.
What the Terron 9 has over the BT-50
What the BT-50 has over the Terron 9
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Terron 9's wheelbase is 175 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The Terron 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 | RM145,888 | RM140,418✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM838✓ | RM1,638 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,490/mo | RM1,435/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM4,140 | RM3,997✓ |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM3,318 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM16.59 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM41,480 | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection, Turbocharged | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection |
| Capacity | 2,498 cc | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 219 hp at 3,800 rpm✓ | 188 hp at 3,600 rpm |
| Torque | 520 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ | 450 Nm at 1,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 88.3 mm × 102 mm | 95.4 mm × 104.9 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16 | 16.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | ZF 8HP50 | 6AT |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.9 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 7.9 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | 209 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,500 mm | 5,280 mm |
| Width | 1,997 mm | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,874 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,300 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 2,470 kg | 2,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 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" x 8.5J Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" x 8.5J Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Electric Power Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic 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 | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtains and Far-side) | 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 | 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 | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | For All Seats |
| Safety Notes | AEB, FCW, LDW, LKA, ELK, LCA, ISA, SLIF, IHC (Intelligent High Beam Control), Fatigue Reminder and Attention Assist, RCW, RCTA, DOW, Hill Descent Control, Hill-start Assist, Roll Movement Intervention, TCS, VDC, TPMS | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| 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 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 | 1 12V Outlet, 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 | 4 | 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 | 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, Integrated Cruise Assist (ICA) | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Power Tailgate with Lift Assist | 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| 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, Column-mounted Gear Shifter, Pollen Filter, Lockable Glove Box, Remote Control Locking, 2 Smart Keys, Side Steps, Chrome Roof Rails, Cargo Tie-down Hooks x4, Cargo Lighting x2, Cargo Tailgate Lock, Integral End Gate, Rear Window Defroster, Drive Modes: Normal/Eco/Sport, Mud/Snow/Sand/Tow, 4L Rock/Deep Snow/Deep Mud/Wade/Rock Crawl, Custom; Steering Assist Modes Standard/Sport/Comfortable; 550 mm Wading Depth | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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Terron 9 vs BT-50 FAQ
Is the Maxus Terron 9 or Mazda BT-50 better?
The Terron 9 is the more capable choice on paper, with 219 hp, 520 Nm, an eight-speed automatic, multi-link rear suspension and a 360-degree camera. The BT-50 is better if lower purchase cost, lower road tax and a lighter, narrower body matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus Terron 9 costs RM5,470 more than the Mazda BT-50. That gap also accompanies the Maxus's 31 hp and 70 Nm output advantage, eight-speed automatic and multi-link independent rear suspension.
Which pickup has the lower annual road tax?
The Maxus Terron 9 has the lower annual road tax at RM838, compared with RM1,638 for the Mazda BT-50. The difference is RM800 per year in the Maxus's favour.