Verdict
At RM228,888, the Maxus eTerron 9 costs RM20,357 less than the RM249,245 Subaru BRZ, yet brings five seats, 435 hp and 700 Nm from two motors, plus a 650 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing rating. Its 102.2 kWh battery is rated for 430 km and accepts 11 kW AC or 115 kW DC charging. The BRZ is the focused alternative: 1,561 kg lighter, rear-wheel drive and manual, with a 226 km/h top speed. Choose by job, not the 0-100 km/h figures alone.
Pick the Maxus eTerron 9 if you need five seats, electric 430 km range, a 650 kg payload or 3,500 kg braked towing capacity.
Pick the Subaru BRZ if you want a 1,289 kg rear-wheel-drive coupe with a six-speed manual and 226 km/h top speed.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus eTerron 9 RM228,888; Subaru BRZ RM249,245.
- Power and torque: Maxus eTerron 9 has 435 hp and 700 Nm; Subaru BRZ has 234 hp and 250 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: Maxus eTerron 9 does 5.8 seconds and 190 km/h; Subaru BRZ does 6.3 seconds and 226 km/h.
- Size and weight: Maxus eTerron 9 is 5,500 mm long and 2,850 kg; Subaru BRZ is 4,265 mm long and 1,289 kg.
- Seats and doors: Maxus eTerron 9 has five seats and four doors; Subaru BRZ has four seats and two doors.
- Driveline and transmission: Maxus eTerron 9 is all-wheel drive with a single-ratio automatic; Subaru BRZ is rear-wheel drive with a six-speed manual.
eTerron 9
- 435 hp, 700 Nm dual-motor output and 5.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 650 kg payload, 3,500 kg braked towing and a 236-litre powered frunk.
- 430 km EV range, 115 kW DC charging and 6.6 kW V2L.
- Its 2,850 kg kerb weight is 1,561 kg above the BRZ's 1,289 kg.
- Its 190 km/h top speed trails the BRZ's 226 km/h.
- It is 1,235 mm longer than the BRZ, at 5,500 mm.
BRZ
- Six-speed manual and rear-wheel drive in a 1,289 kg coupe.
- 226 km/h top speed, 36 km/h higher than the eTerron 9.
- Dual-zone automatic climate control, eight speakers and two rear ISOFIX positions.
- Costs RM20,357 more than the eTerron 9.
- Its 234 hp and 250 Nm are well below the eTerron 9's 435 hp and 700 Nm.
- Four seats, two doors and no stated payload or towing rating limit utility against the eTerron 9.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM228,888✓ | RM249,245 |
| Body type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM665✓ | RM767 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Direct and Port Injection, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,387 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 234 hp at 7,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 250 Nm at 3,700 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Boxer 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 94 mm × 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 12.5 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 435 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 700 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 102.2 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 430 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 115 kW | — |
| V2L | 6.6 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Manual |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.8 seconds✓ | 6.3 seconds |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 226 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,500 mm | 4,265 mm |
| Width | 1,997 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Height | 1,860 mm | 1,310 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,300 mm | 2,575 mm |
| Weight | 2,850 kg | 1,289 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 50 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | — | 226 litres |
| Front Tyre | 275/55R20 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/55R20 | 215/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link Independent | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | — | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Payload 650 kg; towing 3,500 kg braked / 750 kg unbraked; cargo bed 1,561 x 1,500 x 535 mm; 236 L powered frunk | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtains and Centre) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side and Front Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for Two Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and Rear Seats | Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Auto LED | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | — | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Six-way Power Adjustable Driver and Front Passenger Seats, Heated; Black PVC | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Heated Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front |
| Audio | Dual 12.3" Digital Displays with Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers | 8" Touchscreen with Bluetooth, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | All Power with One-touch Up and Down | Two Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button (PEPS) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | — | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Intelligent Cruise Assist | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Power Tailgate with Lift Assist | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Battery warranty 8 years/200,000 km; first service free (3 months/5,000 km); optional 5-year/100,000 km service package RM5,000 | — |
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 eTerron 9 & BRZ for sale
eTerron 9 vs BRZ FAQ
Is the Maxus eTerron 9 or Subaru BRZ better?
The eTerron 9 is better for carrying people, cargo and towing, with five seats, a 650 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing. The BRZ is better for a lightweight manual, rear-wheel-drive coupe experience and has the higher 226 km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The Subaru BRZ costs RM20,357 more: RM249,245 versus RM228,888 for the Maxus eTerron 9. Annual road tax is RM767 for the BRZ and RM665 for the eTerron 9.
Which is quicker and which has the higher top speed?
The Maxus eTerron 9 is quicker to 100 km/h at 5.8 seconds, versus 6.3 seconds for the Subaru BRZ. The BRZ has the higher top speed at 226 km/h, compared with 190 km/h for the eTerron 9.
