Verdict
The Maxus Terron 9 is the rational Malaysian buy at RM140,888, undercutting the RM248,888 Ford Ranger Raptor by RM108,000 while bringing 221 hp and 520 Nm against the Ford’s 210 hp and 500 Nm. The Raptor earns its premium with hardware the Maxus cannot match on these specifications: Fox adaptive dampers, a locking rear differential, Terrain Management with Baja and Sport modes, plus a 10-speed automatic. Pick the Ford for serious off-road use and its extensive driver-assistance kit; choose the Maxus for lower entry cost and stronger quoted outputs.
Pick the Ford Ranger Raptor if you want Fox adaptive dampers, a locking rear differential and dedicated Baja and Sport terrain modes for off-road driving.
Pick the Maxus Terron 9 if you want to save RM108,000 while gaining 11 hp, 20 Nm and a slightly longer 3,300 mm wheelbase.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger Raptor RM248,888; Maxus Terron 9 RM140,888.
- Power: Ford Ranger Raptor 210 hp; Maxus Terron 9 221 hp.
- Torque: Ford Ranger Raptor 500 Nm; Maxus Terron 9 520 Nm.
- Transmission: Ford Ranger Raptor 10-speed 10R80 SelectShift automatic; Maxus Terron 9 8-speed automatic.
- Length and wheelbase: Ford Ranger Raptor 5,381 mm and 3,270 mm; Maxus Terron 9 5,500 mm and 3,300 mm.
- Annual road tax: Ford Ranger Raptor RM438; Maxus Terron 9 RM839.
Ranger Raptor
- Fox Racing adaptive dampers, locking rear differential and Terrain Management System
- 10-speed automatic, versus the Maxus Terron 9’s eight-speed unit
- Adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go, autonomous braking and 360-degree camera
- RM108,000 more expensive
- Lower outputs: 210 hp and 500 Nm versus 221 hp and 520 Nm
Terron 9
- RM108,000 lower purchase price
- Higher 221 hp and 520 Nm outputs
- Dual digital displays with wired and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- RM839 annual road tax, versus RM438 for the Ford Ranger Raptor
- Eight-speed automatic, versus the Ford Ranger Raptor’s 10-speed transmission
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM248,888 | RM140,888✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM839 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC commonrail diesel with twin turbochargers | — |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 2,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 210 hp | 221 hp✓ |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 520 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 84 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 16 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 with SelectShift | — |
| Gears | 10 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford/GM | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.5 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,381 mm | 5,500 mm |
| Width | 2,028 mm | 2,005 mm |
| Height | 1,922 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 3,300 mm |
| Weight | 2,430 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 285/70R17 | — |
| Rear Tyre | 285/70R17 | — |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Steel | — |
| Factory Tyres | BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | — |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring with Watt's Linkage | — |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | — |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | — |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | — |
| Chassis Notes | Fox Racing Adaptive Shox Dampers, Terrain Management System with Baja and Sport Mode and Locking Rear Differential | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 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 | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | — |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available On Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | — |
| Safety Notes | Trail Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projector with Matrix Auto High Beam | — |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, 10-way manually adjustable passenger seat | — |
| Rear Seats | Tip-up with under-seat storage | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights with Ambient Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 4 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Audio | — | Dual Digital Displays with Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Front with Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | — |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | — |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Easy-lift Tailgate | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | — |
| Auto Parking | Yes, Parallel and Perpendicular | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Convenience Notes | Wireless Qi Charger, 230V inverters (Rear and Cargo Bed) | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | — |
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.
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Ranger Raptor vs Terron 9 FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger Raptor or Maxus Terron 9 better?
The Maxus Terron 9 is better for lower upfront cost and marginally stronger output. The Ford Ranger Raptor is better for off-road hardware, with Fox adaptive dampers, a locking rear differential and Baja terrain mode.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Ranger Raptor costs RM108,000 more than the Maxus Terron 9.
Which is better equipped for off-road driving?
The Ford Ranger Raptor. It has Fox Racing adaptive dampers, Terrain Management with Baja and Sport modes, a locking rear differential and Trail Control.
