Verdict
At RM145,888, the Maxus Terron 9 is RM19,472 below the Mazda CX-8, yet brings 219 hp, 520 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 3,500-kg braked towing rating. Its 850-kg payload and 1,600 x 1,600 x 535-mm bed suit work and recreational loads, but this is a 5,500-mm-long five-seater pickup. The CX-8 is the better family tool: it seats seven, has flexible second- and third-row seating and is 600 mm shorter. Choose it for people rather than heavy hauling, accepting 192 hp, 258 Nm and front-wheel drive.
Pick the Maxus Terron 9 if you need all-wheel drive, 850 kg of payload and up to 3,500 kg of braked towing.
Pick the Mazda CX-8 if seven seats, a shorter 4,900-mm body and configurable rear seating matter more than towing muscle.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus Terron 9 RM145,888; Mazda CX-8 RM165,360.
- Power and torque: Maxus Terron 9 219 hp and 520 Nm; Mazda CX-8 192 hp and 258 Nm.
- Driveline: Maxus Terron 9 all-wheel drive; Mazda CX-8 front-wheel drive.
- Seating: Maxus Terron 9 five seats; Mazda CX-8 seven seats.
- Length: Maxus Terron 9 5,500 mm; Mazda CX-8 4,900 mm.
- Load provision: Maxus Terron 9 has an 850-kg payload and 3,500-kg braked towing rating; Mazda CX-8 has 209 litres of boot space.
Terron 9
- 520 Nm diesel torque with all-wheel drive
- 850-kg payload and 3,500-kg braked towing rating
- Adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and 360-degree camera
- Five seats versus the CX-8's seven
- 5,500 mm long versus 4,900 mm
- Rear vents rather than the CX-8's single-zone rear automatic climate control
CX-8
- Seven seats with sliding, reclining second row and foldable third row
- 600 mm shorter body for tighter urban spaces
- Power tailgate with contactless operation and rear automatic climate control
- 192 hp and 258 Nm trail the Terron 9's 219 hp and 520 Nm
- Front-wheel drive versus all-wheel drive
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or blind-spot information system
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM145,888✓ | RM165,360 |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM838 | RM830✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection, Turbocharged | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,498 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 219 hp✓ | 192 hp |
| Torque | 520 Nm✓ | 258 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 6-speed Automatic with Manual Shift Mode |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Mazda |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.9 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 7.9 L/100 km | 7.9 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Co2 | 209 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,500 mm | 4,900 mm |
| Width | 1,997 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,874 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,300 mm | 2,930 mm |
| Weight | 2,470 kg | 1,781 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 72 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 209 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/55R20 | 225/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/55R20 | 225/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes R46 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link Independent | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" x 8.5J Alloys | 19" Silver V-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" x 8.5J Alloys | 19" Silver V-spoke 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 Plus |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | Front Dual Pretensioning | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | ISOFIX + Top Tether x2 | Available on 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| 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 Front Seats with Driver's Side Lumbar Adjustment and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | Heated Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding, Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 1 Boot, 2 Front USB, 2 2nd Row USB, 2 3rd Row USB |
| 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 | Mazda Connect Infotainment System with 8" Touchscreen, Commander Control Knob, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | — | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| 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 | Powered with Contactless 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 | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| 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 | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
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 & CX-8 for sale
Terron 9 vs CX-8 FAQ
Is the Maxus Terron 9 or Mazda CX-8 better?
The Terron 9 is better for towing, payload and all-wheel-drive traction. The CX-8 is better for a seven-person household, with two extra seats, flexible rear rows and a body 600 mm shorter.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-8 costs RM19,472 more than the Maxus Terron 9.
Which is more useful for carrying people or loads?
The CX-8 carries seven people and has a 209-litre boot. The Terron 9 carries five, but its cargo bed measures 1,600 x 1,600 x 535 mm and it has an 850-kg payload rating.