The Maxus Terron 9 and the fully-electric Maxus eTerron 9 were launched in Malaysia during KLIMS 2026, with prices starting from RM145,888, on-the-road, without insurance.
- Maxus Terron 9 Luxury – RM145,888
- Maxus Terron 9 Premium – RM158,888
- Maxus eTerron 9 Luxury+ – RM223,888
- Maxus eTerron 9 Premium – RM246,888
Both pickup trucks share the same dimensions of 5,500 mm long, 1,997 mm wide, 1,874 mm tall, with a wheelbase of 3,300 mm. These make them larger than the Toyota Hilux and the Mitsubishi Triton.
The Maxus Terron 9 features a prominent front grille integrating the ‘Maxus’ wordmark, paired with headlights featuring daytime-running lights that create a distinctive, flat-faced appearance. Moving to the rear, the pickup includes an electrically assisted multi-function tailgate. Depending on the variant, payload capacities are rated at 850 kg for Luxury and 825 kg for Premium, while towing capacity stands at 3,500 kg braked and 750 kg unbraked.
Standard exterior features found on the Maxus Terron 9 Luxury include:
- Power folding and heated side mirrors
- 4x tub cargo tie down hooks
- 2x cargo lighting
- LED headlights with LED daytime-running lights (DRLs)
- Automatic rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Side steps
- Chrome roof rails
- Rear fog lights
- Cargo tailgate lock
- Electric tailgate
- Integral end gate
- Tailgate with lift assistance
- High-mounted stop lamp
- Rear window electric heating defrosting
- 20-inch alloy wheels
The Maxus Terron 9 Premium adds the following exterior equipment:
- Tub cargo side rail
- Black roof tails
- Tow bar
- Turnover end gate
- Openable rear panel
- Panoramic sunroof
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The interior of the Maxus Terron 9 is equipped with dual 12.3-inch displays serving as the digital instrument cluster and central infotainment system, which includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. Shifting duties are handled by a column-mounted gear selector, while a dedicated row of physical controls positioned beneath the central touchscreen allows for convenient climate adjustment.
Standard interior equipment of the Maxus Terron 9 Luxury includes:
- Six-way power adjustable driver seat
- Six-way power adjustable front passenger seat
- Heated and ventilated front and rear seats
- Artificial black leather upholstery
- Six-speaker sound system
- 12.3-inch infotainment display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster
- Wireless charging pad
- Four USB ports (2x Type- A) (2x Type-C)
- Automatic climate control with rear aircon vents
- Microfiber wrapped multi-steering wheel with heating and gearshift paddles
- Electronic parking brake
The Maxus Terron 9 Premium adds the following interior equipment:
- Eight-way power adjustable driver seat with four-way lumbar support, massaging, ventilation and memory function
- Ambient lighting
- Eight-speaker JBL sound system
- Suede headliner
Under the bonnet, both variants of the Maxus Terron 9 are powered by a 2.5-litre turbo diesel engine that produces 219 hp and 520 Nm. This is paired to an eight-speed automatic, which sends power to a four-wheel drive (4WD) setup, enabling 0-100 km/h in 10.9 seconds.
The Maxus Terron 9 features a variety of drive options, comprising Highway, Off-road, and Terrain settings that adjust the drivetrain individually, alongside a custom mode for personalised configurations. Drivers can also select from three steering assist settings, which include Standard, Sport, and Comfortable.
On the other hand, the electric Maxus eTerron 9 distinguishes itself with an enclosed front grille featuring a bold brand wordmark and a full-width headlight design reminiscent of the Ford F-150 Lightning. In terms of utility, it offers payload capacities of 702 kg for the Luxury trim, 650 kg for the Luxury+ variant, and 620 kg for the Premium variant.
While the unit on display here at KLIMS 2026 features an enclosed truck bed, it remains to be seen whether this is standard equipment or an optional accessory. Towing capacity matches its combustion-powered sibling at 3,500 kg braked and 750 kg unbraked.
Standard exterior equipment of the Maxus eTerron 9 includes:
- 20-inch alloy wheels
- Automatic LED headlight and LED daytime running lights (DRLs)
- High-mount stop light
- LED tailights
- Powered ‘frunk’
- Powered side mirrors with heated and folding
- Cargo slide rail with hook
- Two cargo lighting
- Rear trailer tow interface with controller
- Side step
- Tailgate with lift assistance
- Panoramic sunroof
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Side step (Premium variant only)
The interior of the Maxus eTerron 9 shares the same setup as its oil-burning sibling. This sees a dual 12.3-inch display serving as the digital instrument cluster and central infotainment system.
Standard interior equipment of the Maxus eTerron 9 includes:
- 12.3-inch infotainment display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster
- Six-speaker sound system
- Four USB ports (2x Type-A) (2x Type-C)
- Automatic climate control with rear aircon vents
- Microfiber wrapped multi-steering wheel with heating
- Six-way power adjustable driver seat
- Six-way power adjustable front passenger seat
- PVC upholstery
- Front and rear heated seats
The Maxus eTerron 9 Premium adds the following interior equipment:
- Eight-way power adjustable driver seat with four-way lumbar support, massaging, ventilation and memory function
- Leather upholstery
- 64-colour ambient lighting
- LED passenger area lamp
The Maxus eTerron 9 is powered by dual-traction motors, which produce a combine ouput of 435 hp and 700 Nm. This enables 0-100 km/h in 5.8 seconds and a top speed of 190 km/h.
Equipped with a 102.2 kWh battery, the eTerron 9 has a range of 430 km (WLTC). Charging is supported with AC charging at 11 kW, taking 6.19 hours to charge from 20-80%. DC charging is supported at 115 kW, which enables a 20-80% recharge in 35 minutes.
For safety systems, both the Maxus Terron 9 and the eTerron 9 are equipped with a suite of ADAS features, which include:
- 360-degree surround view camera
- Front & rear parking sensor
- ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control)
- ICA (Integrated Cruise Assist)
- FCW (Forward Collision Warning)
- AEB (Automatic Emergency Braking)
- LKA (Lane Keep Assist)
- LDW (Lane Departure Warning)
- ELK (Emergency Lane Keeping)
- SLIF (Speed Limit Information Function)
- ISA (Intelligent Speed Limit Assistance)
- IHC (Intelligent High Beam Control)
- Blind Spot Assist
- RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)
- LCA (Lane Change Assist System)
- RCW (Rear Collision Warning System)
- DOW (Door Open Warning)
- Electronic Stability Program + Emergency Brake Assist (Hill Hold Assist, Roll Movement Intervention, Hill Decent Control)
- ATS (All Terrain Mode)
- TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
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