Verdict
Just RM62 separates the RM199,888 JAC T9 EV from the RM199,950 Suzuki Jimny 5-Door. The JAC brings 288 hp, 516 Nm and five seats, plus a 340 km EV range. But its 5,330 mm body needs far more parking room than the Jimny’s 3,985 mm length. The Suzuki counters with part-time four-wheel drive and low range, a 211-litre boot and lower RM120 annual road tax versus RM305. Pick it for compact dimensions and low-range hardware, not pace: 17.2 seconds to 100 km/h is slow beside 8.4 seconds.
Pick the JAC T9 EV if you need five seats, 340 km of EV range and substantially stronger 288 hp/516 Nm performance.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny 5-Door if compact 3,985 mm dimensions, low-range four-wheel drive and lower annual road tax matter more than acceleration.
Key differences
- Price: JAC T9 EV RM199,888; Suzuki Jimny 5-Door RM199,950.
- Power and torque: JAC T9 EV 288 hp and 516 Nm; Suzuki Jimny 5-Door 100 hp and 130 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: JAC T9 EV 8.4 seconds; Suzuki Jimny 5-Door 17.2 seconds.
- Length: JAC T9 EV 5,330 mm; Suzuki Jimny 5-Door 3,985 mm.
- Seating: JAC T9 EV five seats; Suzuki Jimny 5-Door four seats.
- Manufacturer warranty: JAC T9 EV six years/200,000 km; Suzuki Jimny 5-Door three years/100,000 km.
T9 EV
- 288 hp and 516 Nm from two motors.
- Five seats and a 3,110 mm wheelbase.
- 11 kW AC, 88 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L.
- RM305 annual road tax versus the Jimny’s RM120.
- 5,330 mm length versus the Jimny’s 3,985 mm.
- No low-range four-wheel-drive system.
Jimny 5-Door
- Part-time four-wheel drive with low range.
- Compact 3,985 mm length.
- 211-litre boot and 50:50 split-folding rear seats.
- 100 hp and 130 Nm versus the JAC’s 288 hp and 516 Nm.
- 17.2-second 0-100 km/h time versus 8.4 seconds.
- Four seats and a three-year/100,000 km warranty versus five seats and six years/200,000 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM199,888✓ | RM199,950 |
| Body type | Pickup | SUV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 100 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 130 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 74 mm × 85 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| 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 | — | 4AT |
| Gears | — | 4 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.4 seconds✓ | 17.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 140 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,330 mm | 3,985 mm |
| Width | 1,965 mm | 1,645 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 2,590 mm |
| Fuel Tank | — | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | — | 211 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 195/80R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 195/80R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | Full-size 15" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang SU318a H/T | Bridgestone Dueller H/L |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 15" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 15" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Recirculating Ball (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Part-time Four-wheel Drive with Low Range |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side Curtain and Front Centre Airbag) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | Manual adjustment |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | 50:50 Split-Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB, 1 220-volt Socket | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.4" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six-speaker Sound System | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 200,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 6-Year/200,000 km Warranty for Battery | — |
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 Jimny 5-Door FAQ
Is the JAC T9 EV or Suzuki Jimny 5-Door better?
The JAC T9 EV is better for performance, five-seat capacity and EV use, with 288 hp, 516 Nm and a 340 km range. The Jimny 5-Door is the better choice for compact dimensions and part-time four-wheel drive with low range.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki Jimny 5-Door costs RM199,950 and the JAC T9 EV costs RM199,888, so the Suzuki is RM62 more expensive.
Which one has lower annual road tax?
The Suzuki Jimny 5-Door has lower annual road tax at RM120, compared with RM305 for the JAC T9 EV.
