Verdict
At RM226,300, the Toyota Hilux is RM78,500 cheaper and brings all-wheel drive, 473 Nm from two motors and a full-size spare wheel, which matters if rougher access roads are part of the brief. The Zeekr 009 costs RM304,800 but is the far more practical people carrier: seven seats, a 574-litre boot and 604 km of range from its 116 kWh battery, versus five seats and 257 km from the Hilux’s 59.2 kWh pack. Its 150 kW DC charging, air suspension and 30-speaker audio also make the price gap tangible for family use.
Pick the Toyota Hilux if you need a five-seat pickup with all-wheel drive, 473 Nm and a full-size spare at a lower RM226,300 entry price.
Pick the Zeekr 009 if seven-seat MPV space, 604 km range, faster 150 kW DC charging and a more lavish cabin matter more than the RM78,500 premium.
Key differences
- Price: Toyota Hilux RM226,300; Zeekr 009 RM304,800.
- EV range: Toyota Hilux 257 km; Zeekr 009 604 km.
- Battery capacity: Toyota Hilux 59.2 kWh; Zeekr 009 116 kWh.
- Motor output: Toyota Hilux 193 hp and 473 Nm; Zeekr 009 335 hp and 373 Nm.
- Seating and boot space: Toyota Hilux 5 seats and no boot figure stated; Zeekr 009 7 seats and 574 litres.
- Driveline: Toyota Hilux all-wheel drive; Zeekr 009 front-wheel drive.
Hilux
- RM78,500 less expensive.
- All-wheel drive and 473 Nm from two motors.
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare and eight-year unlimited-mileage battery warranty.
- 257 km range is 347 km shorter than the Zeekr 009's 604 km.
- Five seats versus seven, with no boot capacity stated.
- 125 kW DC charging trails the Zeekr 009's 150 kW rate.
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- 604 km range from a 116 kWh battery.
- Seven seats, 574-litre boot and powered sliding rear doors.
- 150 kW DC charging, four-chamber air suspension and V2L rated at 3.3 kW.
- Costs RM78,500 more.
- Front-wheel drive versus the Hilux's all-wheel drive.
- Tyre repair kit instead of the Hilux's full-size spare wheel.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM226,300✓ | RM304,800 |
| Body type | Pickup | MPV |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM395 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 193 hp | 335 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 473 Nm✓ | 373 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 59.2 kWh | 116 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 257 km | 604 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 10 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 125 kW | 150 kW✓ |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,320 mm | 5,209 mm |
| Width | 1,855 mm | 2,024 mm |
| Height | 1,845 mm | 1,848 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 3,205 mm |
| Weight | 2,455 kg | — |
| Doors | 4 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 574 litres |
| Front Tyre | 265/65R17 | 265/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/65R17 | 265/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 17" Alloy | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler A/T | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | De Dion Rear Axle | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 17" Aero Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Aero Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Four-chamber Air Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Four Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Pre-collision Braking | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Matrix LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat | Powered Front Seats with Massage and Ventilation Functions |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Tip-up base | Captain Middle Seats with Massage, Ventilation and Ottoman Functions, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Roof and Window Shades |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 8-speaker Sound System | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 30-speaker Yamaha Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Contactless Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Sliding Rear Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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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Hilux vs 009 FAQ
Is the Toyota Hilux or Zeekr 009 better?
The Zeekr 009 is better for carrying people and long-distance EV travel, with seven seats, a 574-litre boot and 604 km range. Choose the Toyota Hilux for all-wheel drive, higher 473 Nm torque and the lower purchase price.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr 009 costs RM304,800, which is RM78,500 more than the Toyota Hilux at RM226,300. Annual road tax is also higher at RM395 versus RM160.
Which has the longer EV range and faster charging?
The Zeekr 009 has 604 km of range against 257 km for the Toyota Hilux. It also supports 150 kW DC and 11 kW AC charging, compared with 125 kW DC and 10 kW AC for the Hilux.
