KGM Musso vs LDV Terron 9

The KGM Musso starts from $40,500 before on-road costs, while the LDV Terron 9 opens at $50,990. That makes the KGM Musso the more affordable entry point by $10,490.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $44,550 and $56,089 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

Both the KGM Musso and LDV Terron 9 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The LDV Terron 9 packs more ADAS features with 6 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 1 in the KGM Musso.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the KGM Musso and 7 in the LDV Terron 9.

The KGM Musso features a 12.3-inch touchscreen, while the LDV Terron 9 gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The KGM Musso stands out with ambient lighting that you will not find on the LDV Terron 9. The LDV Terron 9 counters with MG Sound audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the KGM Musso gets leather upholstery while the LDV Terron 9 offers cloth.

The KGM Musso uses a Turbo DDi Diesel producing 133kW and 400Nm of torque, sent through a 6-speed automatic to a 4WD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 10.9 seconds.

The LDV Terron 9 responds with a Diesel Turbo making 163kW and 520Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 10.8 seconds.

The LDV Terron 9 has the clear power advantage at 163kW vs 133kW. In the real-world sprint, the LDV Terron 9 is 0.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The KGM Musso measures 5,105mm long on a 3,000mm wheelbase, 395mm shorter than the LDV Terron 9 at 5,500mm (3,300mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the LDV Terron 9 generally means more rear legroom.

For towing, the LDV Terron 9 leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 3,500kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,451/year for the KGM Musso and $2,252/year for the LDV Terron 9. That is a $199 annual difference in favour of the LDV Terron 9.

Estimated annual total: $2,451 (KGM Musso) vs $2,252 (LDV Terron 9). The LDV Terron 9 saves you roughly $199 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (KGM Musso) vs 7 years / 200,000km (LDV Terron 9). Both match on warranty length.