Verdict
At RM199,888, the JAC T9 EV asks RM54,000 more, but brings dual motors with 288 hp, a 340 km EV range and RM305 annual road tax. Its 8.4-second 0-100 km/h time is also 2.5 seconds quicker. The Maxus Terron 9 is the more work-focused buy: its 3,500 kg braked towing rating, 850 kg payload and 1,600 x 1,600 x 535 mm bed are hard numbers in its favour, alongside a longer 3,300 mm wheelbase. For regular long-haul towing, the diesel makes more sense; for lower road tax and electric driving, take the JAC.
Pick the JAC T9 EV if you want 288 hp dual-motor AWD performance, 340 km of electric range and RM305 annual road tax.
Pick the Maxus Terron 9 if you need its stated 850 kg payload, 3,500 kg braked towing capacity and larger 1,600 mm-square cargo bed.
Key differences
- Price: JAC T9 EV RM199,888; Maxus Terron 9 RM145,888.
- Powertrain: JAC T9 EV has two electric motors producing 288 hp and 516 Nm; Maxus Terron 9 has a 2.5-litre diesel producing 219 hp and 520 Nm.
- Performance: JAC T9 EV does 0-100 km/h in 8.4 seconds and tops out at 140 km/h; Maxus Terron 9 takes 10.9 seconds and reaches 180 km/h.
- Running figures: JAC T9 EV has 340 km range and RM305 yearly road tax; Maxus Terron 9 is rated at 7.9 L/100 km with RM838 yearly road tax.
- Wheelbase: JAC T9 EV 3,110 mm; Maxus Terron 9 3,300 mm.
- Warranty: JAC T9 EV 6 years/200,000 km; Maxus Terron 9 5 years/100,000 km.
T9 EV
- 288 hp dual-motor AWD and 8.4-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 88 kWh battery, 340 km range and 88 kW DC charging.
- Six-year/200,000 km warranty, including the battery.
- Costs RM54,000 more.
- 140 km/h top speed is 40 km/h lower.
- Lacks the Terron 9's stated 850 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing rating.
Terron 9
- RM54,000 lower purchase price.
- 850 kg payload, 3,500 kg braked towing and 1,600 x 1,600 x 535 mm cargo bed.
- Gets autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera.
- 10.9-second 0-100 km/h time is 2.5 seconds slower.
- RM838 annual road tax is RM533 higher.
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter than the JAC's six-year/200,000 km cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM199,888 | RM145,888✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM838 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection, Turbocharged |
| Capacity | — | 2,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 219 hp at 3,800 rpm |
| Torque | — | 520 Nm at 1,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 88.3 mm × 102 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 16 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 288 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 516 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 88 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 340 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 88 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | ZF 8HP50 |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.4 seconds✓ | 10.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.9 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | — | 209 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,330 mm | 5,500 mm |
| Width | 1,965 mm | 1,997 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,874 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 3,300 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,470 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 275/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 275/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link Independent |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 20" x 8.5J Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 20" x 8.5J Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric 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 |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side Curtain and Front Centre Airbag) | 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 |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | Six-way Power Adjustable Driver and Front Passenger Seats, Heated; Black Artificial Leather |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | Heated Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB, 1 220-volt Socket | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 4 |
| Audio | 10.4" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six-speaker Sound System | Dual 12.3" Digital Displays with Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | — |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Intelligent Cruise Assist |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| 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 | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 200,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 6-Year/200,000 km Warranty for Battery | 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.
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T9 EV vs Terron 9 FAQ
Is the JAC T9 EV or Maxus Terron 9 better?
The JAC T9 EV is better for electric running, quicker acceleration and longer warranty cover. The Maxus Terron 9 is the better fit for defined work duties, because it lists 850 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing capacity.
What is the price difference?
The JAC T9 EV costs RM54,000 more than the Maxus Terron 9. That gap also separates an 88 kWh electric pickup with 340 km range from a 2.5-litre diesel pickup rated at 7.9 L/100 km.
Which truck has the lower annual road tax?
The JAC T9 EV has lower annual road tax at RM305, against RM838 for the Maxus Terron 9. That is a RM533 yearly difference in favour of the electric JAC.
