Verdict
The Foton Tunland costs RM123,800, undercutting the Maxus Terron 9 by RM22,088, and brings a 48-volt mild-hybrid diesel plus a longer 7-year/200,000-km warranty. It is also the larger truck at 5,617 mm long and 2,090 mm wide. But the Terron 9’s 219 hp and 520 Nm beat the Tunland’s 161 hp and 400 Nm, while seven airbags, autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera make the extra spend tangible for Malaysian family use.
Pick the Foton Tunland if RM22,088 saved, a 7-year/200,000-km warranty and the larger 5,617-mm body matter more than outright power and active safety kit.
Pick the Maxus Terron 9 if you want 219 hp, 520 Nm, seven airbags and a properly stronger set of driver-assistance features.
Key differences
- Price: Foton Tunland RM123,800; Maxus Terron 9 RM145,888.
- Power and torque: Foton Tunland 161 hp/400 Nm; Maxus Terron 9 219 hp/520 Nm.
- Warranty: Foton Tunland 7 years/200,000 km; Maxus Terron 9 5 years/100,000 km.
- Airbags: Foton Tunland 2; Maxus Terron 9 7.
- Dimensions: Foton Tunland 5,617 x 2,090 x 1,955 mm; Maxus Terron 9 5,500 x 1,997 x 1,874 mm.
- Kerb weight: Foton Tunland 2,160 kg; Maxus Terron 9 2,470 kg.
Tunland
- RM22,088 lower purchase price
- 7-year/200,000-km manufacturer warranty
- Longer, wider and taller body
- 161 hp and 400 Nm trail the Terron 9's 219 hp and 520 Nm
- Only two airbags versus seven
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or 360-degree camera
Terron 9
- 219 hp and 520 Nm diesel
- Seven airbags, autonomous braking and collision warning
- Adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera
- RM22,088 more expensive
- 5-year/100,000-km warranty is shorter
- 310 kg heavier than the Tunland
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM123,800✓ | RM145,888 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | — | RM838 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbo, 48-volt Mild Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection, Turbocharged |
| Capacity | — | 2,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 161 hp at 3,600 rpm | 219 hp at 3,800 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 400 Nm at 1,500 rpm | 520 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel Hybrid/REV | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 88.3 mm × 102 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 16 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8AT | ZF 8HP50 |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | 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 |
| Co2 | — | 209 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,617 mm | 5,500 mm |
| Width | 2,090 mm | 1,997 mm |
| Height | 1,955 mm | 1,874 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,355 mm | 3,300 mm |
| Weight | 2,160 kg | 2,470 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 76 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R18 | 275/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R18 | 275/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Giti AT71 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Multi-link Independent |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 20" x 8.5J Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 20" x 8.5J Alloys |
| Steering | Hydraulic Power Steering | 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 |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Front Passenger) | 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 Outer Two Rear Seats | ISOFIX + Top Tether x2 |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED |
| Taillamps | Bulb | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Six-way Power Adjustable Driver and Front Passenger Seats, Heated; Black Artificial Leather |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Heated Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 4 |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, 4-speaker Sound System | Dual 12.3" Digital Displays with Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up & Down | — |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Intelligent Cruise Assist |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | — | Power Tailgate with Lift Assist |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | Yes |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 200,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 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 Tunland & Terron 9 for sale
Tunland vs Terron 9 FAQ
Is the Foton Tunland or Maxus Terron 9 better?
The Maxus Terron 9 is the better-equipped and more powerful pickup, with 219 hp, 520 Nm, seven airbags and autonomous braking. The Foton Tunland is the better choice for a lower RM123,800 entry price and its 7-year/200,000-km warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus Terron 9 costs RM145,888 and the Foton Tunland costs RM123,800, so the Maxus carries a RM22,088 premium.
Which pickup has the better towing and payload figures?
The Maxus Terron 9 has published ratings of 850 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing, or 750 kg unbraked. No corresponding Tunland payload or towing rating is stated here, so the Maxus is the clearer choice for buyers who need confirmed working limits.
