Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the RM17,908 gap between the RM119,888 JAC T9 and RM101,980 Mitsubishi Triton buys far more than an eight-speed automatic: the JAC has five seats, a 10.4-inch touchscreen, 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control and autonomous braking. The Triton counters with 179 hp and 430 Nm, against 168 hp and 410 Nm, but its six-speed manual, two-seat layout and halogen lamps make it a much more basic proposition. The JAC is also 100 mm wider and 135 mm taller, so check parking space carefully.
Pick the JAC T9 if you need five seats and want an eight-speed automatic, active safety systems and substantially richer cabin equipment.
Pick the Mitsubishi Triton if lower upfront cost and its extra 11 hp and 20 Nm matter more than automatic convenience and passenger capacity.
Key differences
- Price: JAC T9 RM119,888; Mitsubishi Triton RM101,980.
- Output: JAC T9 168 hp and 410 Nm; Mitsubishi Triton 179 hp and 430 Nm.
- Transmission: JAC T9 ZF eight-speed automatic; Mitsubishi Triton Jatco six-speed manual.
- Seating: JAC T9 five seats and four doors; Mitsubishi Triton two seats and two doors.
- Width and height: JAC T9 1,965 mm and 1,920 mm; Mitsubishi Triton 1,865 mm and 1,785 mm.
- Wheels: JAC T9 18-inch alloys with 265/60R18 tyres; Mitsubishi Triton 16-inch steel wheels with 265/70R16 tyres.
T9
- Eight-speed ZF automatic and five-seat, four-door cabin.
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control.
- 360-degree camera, dual-zone climate control and 10.4-inch CarPlay/Android Auto screen.
- RM17,908 dearer than the Mitsubishi Triton.
- Less output at 168 hp and 410 Nm versus 179 hp and 430 Nm.
Triton
- RM17,908 lower purchase price.
- 179 hp and 430 Nm exceed the JAC T9's outputs.
- Easy Select 4WD and telescopic steering adjustment.
- Six-speed manual instead of the JAC T9's eight-speed automatic.
- Two seats and two doors versus the JAC T9's five seats and four doors.
- No listed autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot system or reverse camera.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,888 | RM101,980✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | — | RM794 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, DOHC commonrail two-stage turbodiesel | 16-valve DOHC commonrail turbodiesel, variable geometry turbo |
| Capacity | — | 2,442 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp | 179 hp✓ |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 430 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | — | 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 15.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | 6MT |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Jatco |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,330 mm | 5,320 mm |
| Width | 1,965 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | — |
| Weight | 2,055 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 75 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 265/70R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 265/70R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Open Country H/T Z | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Steel Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Steel Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Easy Select 4WD |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side Curtain and Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available on Front Passenger Seat |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Halogen Reflector |
| 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 Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB, 1 220-volt Socket | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 10.4" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six-speaker Sound System | 2-DIN CD Radio with Bluetooth, AUX, USB |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Two Windows, Driver Side Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Engine (1st Owner Only) | — |
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 T9 & Triton for sale
T9 vs Triton FAQ
Is the JAC T9 or Mitsubishi Triton better?
The JAC T9 is the better-equipped and more practical choice, with five seats, an eight-speed automatic and active safety systems. The Mitsubishi Triton is cheaper and has 11 hp and 20 Nm more, but is listed with only two seats and a manual gearbox.
What is the price difference?
The JAC T9 costs RM119,888 and the Mitsubishi Triton costs RM101,980, putting the JAC RM17,908 higher.
Which truck has more safety and driver-assistance equipment?
The JAC T9 does. It has autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, a blind-spot information system, a 360-degree camera and airbags including side curtains and a front-centre airbag. The Triton lists driver, passenger and driver’s-knee airbags.
