Verdict
At RM119,888, the JAC T9 undercuts the RM140,418 Mazda BT-50 by RM20,530. The Mazda brings a useful 20 hp and 40 Nm advantage from its 3.0-litre diesel, plus telescopic steering adjustment and eight speakers. But the T9 counters with a ZF eight-speed automatic, multi-link rear suspension, a 360-degree camera, steering-correction lane keeping and powered front seats. Both have AWD, seven airbags, adaptive cruise control and 18-inch wheels. For a Malaysian buyer, the T9 gives more cabin and driver-assistance hardware for less; the BT-50 makes sense if the extra diesel output matters most.
Pick the JAC T9 if you want to save RM20,530 while getting an eight-speed ZF automatic, 360-degree monitor and steering-correction lane keeping.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 if you prioritise its 188 hp, 450 Nm 3.0-litre diesel and telescopic steering adjustment.
Key differences
- Price: JAC T9 RM119,888; Mazda BT-50 RM140,418.
- Power and torque: JAC T9 168 hp and 410 Nm; Mazda BT-50 188 hp and 450 Nm.
- Transmission: JAC T9 ZF 8-speed automatic; Mazda BT-50 6-speed automatic.
- Rear suspension: JAC T9 multi-link; Mazda BT-50 leaf springs.
- Parking camera: JAC T9 360-degree monitor; Mazda BT-50 reverse camera.
- Front-seat adjustment: JAC T9 powered driver and passenger seats; Mazda BT-50 powered driver’s seat and manual passenger seat.
T9
- RM20,530 lower purchase price.
- ZF 8-speed automatic and multi-link rear suspension.
- 360-degree monitor, powered front seats and steering-correction lane keeping.
- 168 hp and 410 Nm trail the BT-50’s 188 hp and 450 Nm.
- Six-speaker audio trails the BT-50’s eight speakers.
- No telescopic steering adjustment.
BT-50
- 188 hp and 450 Nm from its 2,999 cc diesel.
- Telescopic steering adjustment and auto high beam.
- Eight-speaker audio system.
- Costs RM20,530 more.
- Six-speed automatic versus the T9’s eight-speed ZF unit.
- Reverse camera only, where the T9 gets a 360-degree monitor.
What the T9 has over the BT-50
What the BT-50 has over the T9
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The T9 is 95 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,888✓ | RM140,418 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | — | RM1,638 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,225/mo✓ | RM1,435/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,365✓ | RM3,997 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, DOHC commonrail two-stage turbodiesel | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection |
| Capacity | — | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp at 3,600 rpm | 188 hp at 3,600 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 410 Nm at 1,500 rpm | 450 Nm at 1,600 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 95.4 mm × 104.9 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 16.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | 6AT |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,330 mm | 5,280 mm |
| Width | 1,965 mm | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,920 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,110 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 2,055 kg | 2,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 76 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 265/60R18 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/60R18 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | Full-size Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Toyo Open Country H/T Z | Dunlop AT25 Grandtrek |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 23 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 21 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| 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, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | One-piece Folding | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB, 1 220-volt Socket | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 10.4" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six-speaker Sound System | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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T9 vs BT-50 FAQ
Is the JAC T9 or Mazda BT-50 better?
The JAC T9 is the stronger value choice, with an eight-speed automatic, 360-degree camera, powered front seats and steering-correction lane keeping. Choose the Mazda BT-50 only if its extra 20 hp and 40 Nm are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda BT-50 costs RM20,530 more than the JAC T9. That gap buys more engine output, telescopic steering adjustment, auto high beam and two extra speakers, but not more gears or a 360-degree camera.
Which truck has more useful driver-assistance equipment?
Both get adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and collision warning. The JAC T9 goes further with steering correction for lane keeping, while the Mazda BT-50 provides a lane-departure warning only.