Verdict
The RM103,000 gap is substantial for a Malaysian buyer. The Ranger Raptor is quicker to 100 km/h at 10.5 seconds, and its Fox adaptive dampers, locking rear differential and Baja mode make a clear case for keen off-road use. The Terron 9 counters with 219 hp and 520 Nm, plus an explicitly stated 850 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing rating. It is the pragmatic work-and-family choice, while the Ford earns its premium through its chassis hardware, driver aids and 160,000 km warranty.
Pick the Ford Ranger Raptor if you want the quicker 10.5-second truck with Fox adaptive dampers, a locking rear differential and lane-keeping steering correction.
Pick the Maxus Terron 9 if you need its stated 850 kg payload, 3,500 kg braked towing capacity and 520 Nm torque at a far lower entry price.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Ranger Raptor RM248,888; Maxus Terron 9 RM145,888.
- Output: Ford Ranger Raptor 210 hp and 500 Nm; Maxus Terron 9 219 hp and 520 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Ford Ranger Raptor 10.5 seconds; Maxus Terron 9 10.9 seconds.
- Warranty mileage: Ford Ranger Raptor 5 years/160,000 km; Maxus Terron 9 5 years/100,000 km.
- Annual road tax: Ford Ranger Raptor RM438; Maxus Terron 9 RM838.
- Dimensions: Ford Ranger Raptor 5,381 mm long with a 3,270 mm wheelbase; Maxus Terron 9 5,500 mm long with a 3,300 mm wheelbase.
Ranger Raptor
- Fox adaptive dampers, Terrain Management System and locking rear differential.
- Quicker 10.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 160,000 km manufacturer warranty and lane-keeping steering correction.
- Costs RM103,000 more.
- Produces 210 hp and 500 Nm, against the Terron 9's 219 hp and 520 Nm.
Terron 9
- 850 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing rating.
- 219 hp and 520 Nm, with peak torque from 1,500 rpm.
- Dual 12.3-inch displays, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Its 10.9-second 0-100 km/h time trails the Raptor's 10.5 seconds.
- Five-year warranty is capped at 100,000 km rather than 160,000 km.
- Annual road tax is RM838 versus RM438.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM248,888 | RM145,888✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM438✓ | RM838 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC commonrail diesel with twin turbochargers | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection, Turbocharged |
| Capacity | 1,996 cc | 2,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 210 hp at 3,750 rpm | 219 hp at 3,800 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 500 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 520 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 84 mm × 90 mm | 88.3 mm × 102 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16 | 16 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 10R80 with SelectShift | ZF 8HP50 |
| Gears | 10 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford/GM | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.5 seconds✓ | 10.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.9 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 209 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,381 mm | 5,500 mm |
| Width | 2,028 mm | 1,997 mm |
| Height | 1,922 mm | 1,874 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,270 mm | 3,300 mm |
| Weight | 2,430 kg | 2,470 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 285/70R17 | 275/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/70R17 | 275/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Steel | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Coil Spring with Watt's Linkage | Multi-link Independent |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" x 8.5J Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" x 8.5J Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Electric Power Steering |
| Chassis Notes | Fox Racing Adaptive Shox Dampers, Terrain Management System with Baja and Sport Mode and Locking Rear Differential | 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, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtains and Far-side) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | Front Dual Pretensioning |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available On Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | ISOFIX + Top Tether x2 |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection | Yes |
| 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 | LED |
| 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 | Six-way Power Adjustable Driver and Front Passenger Seats, Heated; Black Artificial Leather |
| Rear Seats | Tip-up with under-seat storage | Heated Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | 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 | 4 |
| Audio | — | Dual 12.3" Digital Displays with Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Front with Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | — |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise Control with Intelligent Cruise Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Easy-lift Tailgate | Power Tailgate with Lift Assist |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | Yes |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree 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✓ | 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.
Used Ranger Raptor & Terron 9 for sale
Ranger Raptor vs Terron 9 FAQ
Is the Ford Ranger Raptor or Maxus Terron 9 better?
The Ranger Raptor is better for off-road-focused driving, with Fox adaptive dampers, a locking rear differential and a 10.5-second 0-100 km/h time. The Terron 9 is better for specified load duties, with an 850 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing rating.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Ranger Raptor costs RM248,888 and the Maxus Terron 9 costs RM145,888, putting the Raptor RM103,000 higher.
Which has the longer warranty?
Both have a five-year manufacturer warranty, but the Ford Ranger Raptor is covered for 160,000 km. The Maxus Terron 9 warranty ends at 100,000 km.
