The Maxus eTerron 9, also sold under MG and LDV badges in global markets, is the first electric pickup truck with all-wheel drive capability officially sold in the UK market. It promises parity with ICE rivals on most core capabilities while surpassing them in several key areas such as refinement, technology, and running costs.
The eTerron 9 looks convincing on paper, and at the 2025 Thai Motor Expo, we had the opportunity to take a closer look to see how well that promise holds up in the metal. Here are some key observations from our experience, which had the MG badge:
Design
Embodying the ‘New Electrified Mecha’ design language, the eTerron 9 blends a traditional pickup silhouette with contemporary EV-specific detailing.
The closed-off upper grille and the large 20-inch wheels immediately signal its EV underpinnings, while the full-width light bars at the front and rear add a slightly quirky and perhaps futuristic visual signature.
The front of the eTerron 9 bears a noticeable resemblance to the Ford F-150 Lightning, which was prematurely discontinued in December 2025.
The similarity to the Blue Oval pickup truck fades along the sides, where squarish wheel arches, a relatively sleek greenhouse, and a forward-leaning C-pillar give the eTerron an individual character. Some of these elements help visually break up the slab-sided profile typical of large pickups.
The vertical tail lamps are unusually tall and continue lending the EV a distinctive identity at the back. The cargo bed features a textured plastic bed liner with raised ribbing, which should help prevent cargo from sliding while also protecting the surface from dents and scratches.
Interior
Inside, the chunky frames surrounding the dual cockpit displays, the outer-end AC vents, and the piano-style regular switches on the dashboard, the wide centre console, and the pillar-mounted assist handles give a proper pickup truck feel. At the same time, there are also contemporary touches that make the cabin feel refined and offer car-like comfort and convenience.
The dual displays themselves, a two-spoke steering wheel with a softly flattened bottom, and a panoramic sunroof contribute to the modern look of the eTerron 9’s interior.
The driver’s seat comes with 8-way power adjustment, 4-way power lumbar support, and massage, memory, heating, and ventilation functions. The front passenger seat offers 6-way electric adjustment and a heating function, and the latter extends to even the rear seat.
Experience in the eTerron 9
At 5 ft 7 in, I had no issues with ingress or egress in the eTerron 9. The door operation, however, felt slightly unintuitive. The electronic lock button was not integrated into the grab handle, making exit a two-step process. I first had to reach forward to press the unlock button before grabbing the handle to open the door.
In the driver’s seat, I found the seating position comfortable. The seat felt wide and supportive, with good back support and adequate under-thigh support. Headroom was generous, with roughly six inches to spare in our driving position.
Visibility was a strong point, with a clear view to the front, good sightlines to the sides, and no major concerns when looking over the shoulder. A 9-inch digital inside mirror further aided rearward visibility.
In the rear, the bench offered good back support and ample legroom. Knee room was generous, and headroom measured roughly four to five inches for my height. Under-thigh support was decent, helping maintain comfort.
Rear-seat amenities included a wide fold-down centre armrest with two large cup holders, one USB Type-A port, one USB Type-C port, and twin rear air vents.
Specifications
The eTerron 9 is 5,500 mm long, 1,997 mm wide, and 1,860 mm tall and has a 3,300 mm wheelbase. Its cargo box measures 1,561 mm in length, 1,500 mm in width, and 535 mm in height.
The eTerron 9 is equipped with two motors, one producing 200 kW (268 bhp) and 450 Nm (332 lb.-ft.) of torque at the rear and one developing 125 kW (168 bhp) and 250 Nm (184 lb.-ft.) of torque at the front.
In addition to giving all-wheel drive capability, this dual-motor setup allows the electric pickup truck to accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in just 5 seconds and achieve a top speed of 118 mph.
A 102.2 kWh battery pack powers the two motors and delivers a range of 267 miles. Charging is not its forte, with peak inputs limited to 11 kW on AC and 115 kW on DC. The company says that charging from 5% to 100% SoC using an 11 kW AC charger takes 12 hours. Through a DC charger, customers can charge it from 20% to 80% SoC in 42 minutes.
Like most electric pickup trucks, the eTerron 9 has a drawback of limited payload capacity. It can carry loads of up to 620 kg, a far cry from the Ford Ranger (double cab)’s 1.1 tonne rating. That said, it offers the maximum towing capacity as its rival from the Blue Oval at 3,500 kg.
Price
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The eTerron 9, which is sold as a Maxus truck in the UK, starts from GBP 53,000 (excl. VAT).
Since 2014, I’ve worked as an international automotive editor, attending global motor shows, industry events, media drives, and tracking the latest developments across the sector, with a particular focus on electrified vehicles.
