The JAC T9 won’t be a bargain basement challenger when it lands in Australian showrooms.

    The new Chinese ute will take on top-end versions of the GWM Ute Cannon and entry-level variants of the new Mitsubishi Triton, with a starting price of $42,662 before on-roads for T9 Oasis.

    The range-topping T9 Haven will set you back $45,630 before on-roads.

    Along with a body that’s very similarly sized to a Ford Ranger, the T9 wades into the crowded ute market with a 3500kg braked towing capacity and a 1000kg payload.

    Pricing

    ModelPrice before on-road costs
    2024 JAC T9 Oasis$42,662
    2024 JAC T9 Haven$45,630

    Powertrains and Efficiency

    JAC T9
    Engine2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine
    Transmission8-speed automatic
    Drive typeFour-wheel drive
    Power125kW
    Torque410Nm
    Fuel consumption (combined)7.6L/100km
    Fuel typeDiesel
    Fuel tank capacity76 litres

    The JAC T9 features a four-wheel drive transfer case allowing owners to run in 2H, 4H, and 4L modes. It has an electronic rear differential lock.

    Dimensions

    JAC T9
    Length5330mm
    Width1965mm
    Height1920mm
    Wheelbase3110mm
    Kerb weight2055kg
    Ground clearance210mm
    Max. wading depth800mm
    Approach angle27 degrees
    Departure angle23 degrees
    Payload capacity1000kg
    Braked towing capacity750kg
    Gross vehicle mass (GVM)3055kg
    Gross combination mass (GCM)5930kg

    Servicing and Warranty

    JAC will offer a seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty from launch for both private and commercial operators.

    Servicing is required every 15,000km or 12 months, whichever comes first. JAC has announced the following capped prices across the first seven services.

    Service intervalCost
    12 months, 15,000km$269
    24 months, 30,000km$511
    36 months, 45,000km$390
    48 months, 60,000km$521
    60 months, 75,000km$442
    72 months, 90,000km$651
    84 months, 105,000km$285
    Total$3069

    Safety

    The JAC T9 hasn’t been crash tested by ANCAP.

    It features the following standard safety equipment:

    • Forward collision warning
    • Autonomous emergency braking
    • Lane-keeping assist
    • Emergency lane keeping
    • Driver attention monitoring
    • Blind-spot monitoring
    • Rear collision warning
    • Door opening warning (warns of dooring passing cyclists)
    • Rear parking sensors
    • Reversing camera

    Standard Equipment

    Two different JAC T9 variants are being offered at launch. The entry-level T9 Oasis and flagship T9 Haven.

    T9 Oasis highlights:

    • 18-inch alloy wheels
    • Sports bar
    • Automatic LED headlights and running lights
    • Front and rear fog lights
    • 10.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system
      • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    • 7.0-inch trip computer display
    • Wireless phone charger
    • Adaptive cruise control with traffic jam assist
    • Automatic wipers
    • Leather-accented interior trim and wheel
    • Powered driver’s seat adjustment
    • Climate control air-conditioning
    • Spray-in tub liner
    • Iron “off-road side steps”
    • Rear air vents

    T9 Haven adds:

    • Exterior puddle lighting
    • Front parking sensors
    • Roof rails
    • Privacy glass
    • Auto-folding side mirrors
    • Auto-dimming interior mirror
    • Surround-view camera
    • Heated front seats
    • Powered passenger seat
    • USB-C port for rear passengers
    • Rear 220V accessory port
    • Chrome door mirrors
    • Black or brown interior options

    Colours

    A total of seven different exterior paint colours are available.

    • Stratus white
    • Karak black
    • Hammerhead dark grey
    • Salt Bush silver metallic
    • Wren blue metallic
    • Red Belly red metallic
    • Huntsman light grey metallic

    MORE: Everything JAC T9

    Scott Collie

    Scott Collie is an automotive journalist based in Melbourne, Australia. Scott studied journalism at RMIT University and, after a lifelong obsession with everything automotive, started covering the car industry shortly afterwards. He has a passion for travel, and is an avid Melbourne Demons supporter.

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