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Meet The JAC X200 Workhorse Range

The JAC workhorse is ideal for manoeuvring traffic and transporting heavy loads at a constant speed.

With six model variants and 10 body options, the JAC Motors X200 aims to meet the requirements of as many business applications as possible.

All the body options are fitted at the dealer level through approved suppliers to ensure no impact on vehicle warranties.

The X200 hauls its weight via a 2,8-litre turbo-diesel engine, with the 1,5-tonne single-cab offering a bigger payload than its competitors. Its double-cab sibling offers a 1,3-tonne load capacity with the added benefit of legally transporting six people inside the cab.

It offers an average fuel consumption of 8,0 l/100 km (combined cycle) and supports a Towing Mass (braked) of 1 250 kg.

The X200 body applications include refrigeration units, cargo boxes, tippers, and steel and customisable fibreglass canopies. The JAC X200 double-cab derivative also supports an approved Jurgens Caravans camper unit with modern-day camping amenities.

"The X200 has earned its place in the competitive forward-cab workhorse market. Its no-nonsense work attitude explains why it is popular with business owners and entrepreneurs," says Karl-Heinz Göbel, CEO of JAC Motors South Africa. "It isn't only very affordable but is a true all-rounder that can handle any task thrown it is the way.

Reliable and easy to maintain, the economical X200 features the ideal engine for our country's demanding conditions, making it the most cost-effective solution for transport operators.

The X200 has a double-wishbone independent front suspension and a ladder-frame chassis designed for stability, manoeuvrability, and solid handling regardless of how much payload it carries.

Additionally, it features large disc brakes in front, supported by drum brakes at the back, and a Load Sensing Proportioning Valve (LSPV) to take care of stopping power. The X200 double-cab features anti-lock braking, hydraulic-assisted power steering and a minimum turning radius of 5,75 metres.

The JAC workhorse is ideal for manoeuvring traffic and transporting heavy loads at a constant speed.

The X200 single-cab's load box measures almost 2,8 metres and supports a large load area of 4 595 sq/m. Its cargo area of 2 785 mm (length), 1 650 mm (width), and 355 mm high dropsides add up to a maximum permitted payload of 1 500 kg.

The double cab's maximum permitted payload is 1 300 kg, on a load area of 3 654 sq/m. Despite the space being used to fit three more people inside the cab, the cargo area of 2 215 mm (length) x 1 650 mm (width) and 355 mm high drop sides can still accommodate heavy and bulky loads.

"Its best-in-class performance, robust chassis design, and durable drivetrain meet the diverse needs of customers. Whether for deliveries, construction work or leisure applications, our dealers can address prospective customers' mobility needs at the grassroots level to ensure their competitive edge in the market," adds Göbel.

The X200 has an elevated driving position, front and rear crumple zones, side-impact protection bars, height-adjustable headlamps, an immobiliser, remote-controlled central locking with motion lock at 40 km/h and an engine that cannot ignite when the clutch is not engaged.

"The X200 is the only double-cab in a forward-cab configuration in the local market and offers distinctive benefits regarding crew transport. Considering that it still supports a payload of 1,3 tonnes like its single-cab rivals, it makes perfect sense for companies with labour-intensive working teams to buy this unique product," says Göbel.

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Source: https://www.carshop.co.za/news

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JAC T6 Bakkie Gets More Power

JAC Motors South Africa has beefed up its T6 one-tonne range by adding a 2,8-litre TDI double-cab variant, consequently from customer input locally and from neighbouring countries.

The 2,8-litre four-cylinder common-rail inter-cooled turbo-charged diesel engine develops 68 kW at 3 600 r/min and 210 Nm torque between 1 800 r/min and 2 000 r/min. The powerplant connects to a five-speed manual transmission in the 4×2 and a six-speed manual transmission in the 4×4 derivative.

The T6 2.8L TDI offers a claimed fuel consumption of 7,9 l/100 km, and the 4×4 achieves 10,5 l/100 km on average.

“Over the past five years, customer feedback played an important role in our brand’s local growth. We believe the market’s need for a reliable and fuel-economical 2,8-litre turbo-diesel engine is one of those examples where we can respond with tried and tested products,” says Karl-Heinz Göbel, CEO of JAC Motors South Africa.

The new engine came as a response to requests from customers from neighbouring countries and remote parts of South Africa, with its core focus on affordability, reliability, and ease of maintenance.

The T6 2.8L TDI engine earned its workhorse credentials globally and ticked off all the boxes in terms of what the local market wants, including excellent retail price points of less than R350 000 for the 4×2 and R400 000 for the 4×4 derivative.

Fuel consumption of the engine under normal and extreme working conditions is one of its main selling points. Add to that its track record of reliability and easy and low-cost maintenance, and the car caters for big fleet owners and regular customers.

The JAC T6 has a ladder frame suspension and a double-wishbone independent front suspension with coil springs, while the 245/65 R17 tyre size of the T6 2.8L TDI improves loading performance and reduces understeer.

It has a turning radius of 6,2 metres with a ground clearance of 197 mm and a 900 kg payload, also supporting a maximum Towing Mass (Braked) of 2,000 kg.

The double-skinned load box measures 1 520 mm × 1 520 mm × 470 mm with an anti-scratch and corrosion-resistant truck bed liner.

“Our T6 bakkies are reliable all-rounders with excellent gravel-road ability, comfortable cabs, and big load boxes. The addition of the 2.8L TDI derivative, with its reliable and durable drivetrain and low maintenance cost, now offers potential customers a choice of an economical workhorse at a much lower purchase price than its double-cab competitors,” says Göbel.

Standard features include fog lamps, electrically adjustable mirrors with integrated indicator lights, running boards, alloy wheels and a style bar.

The T6 2.8L TDI features two crash bags, anti-lock braking and EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution). A high-mounted brake light, reverse camera, rear parking sensors and speed-sensing auto door locks are standard equipment for added safety and convenience.

Interior trimmings include power steering, a height-adjustable leather-trimmed multi-function steering wheel, air-conditioning, leather seats and power windows.

The T6 2.8L TDI 4×4 features an electronically controlled four-wheel-drive system with an approach angle of 29,6 degrees, a break-over angle of 23,5 degrees and a departure angle of 22,4 degrees. 

The official retail prices of the T6 range include the company’s standard five-year/150 000 km manufacturer’s warranty and five-year/60 000 km service plan.

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Refreshed JAC T8 Just Released

Line-up now spans two models following the dropping of the entry-level 1.9-litre derivatives.

The comparatively smallest Chinese automaker in SA, JAC, has released a refreshed version of the T8 double cab bakkie.

What’s new with the T8?

Introduced four years ago, and prevailing as its flagship model for now, the adaptions centre around the exterior of the JAC T8.

Likely to be succeeded next year as range-topping product by the much delayed T9 Hunter that premiered at the Shanghai Auto Show in April, the T8’s reworked aesthetic comprises a new chrome grille, headlights resplendent with daytime running LEDs, a restyled front bumper and new 18-inch alloy wheels.

Reserved for the 4×4 is a black styling bar, side steps and a rear step integrated into the bumper. Seemingly, the T8’s rear has remained unchanged as no accompanying images showing it were disclosed.

New features

Bar the inclusion of a sunroof, the T8’s interior remains unaffected with the same applying to the standard specification sheet.

Now renamed Super Lux, the T8’s list of features comprises a nine-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth and USB, a six-speaker sound system, all-around electric windows, leather upholstery, front and rear armrests, an electric driver’s and Apple CarPlay as well as Android Auto.

Additional features include:

leather-covered multi-function steering wheel;

tyre pressure monitor;

cruise control;

reverse camera;

rear parking sensors;

heated and electric mirrors;

ABS with EBD and Brake Assist;

keyless entry;

auto lock/unlock door;

traction control;

dual front airbags;

Electronic Stability Control;

Hill Start Assist

Measuring 5 325 mm long, 1 880 mm wide and 1 830 mm tall, the T8’s wheelbase stretches 3 090 mm and according to JAC, has a claimed payload of 900 kg, the towing capacity of 2 000 kg for a braked trailer and as standard, a rubberised load bin.

Under the hood

Equipped as standard with a rear diff-lock regardless of the drive wheels, motivation is now solely provided by the CTI-badged 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine following the decision to drop the Volkswagen-made 1.9-litre unit available until now.

Paired exclusively to a six-speed manual gearbox, the oil burner develops 104kW/320Nm and will consume diesel at a claimed 7.8 L/100 km.

Once again regardless of being two-wheel-drive or fitted with the optional Borg-Warner supplied four-wheel-drive system, the T8 has a ground clearance of 220 mm, departure angle of 22.4 degrees, breakover angle of 23.5 degrees and approach angle of 29.6 degrees.

Pricing

Available in a choice of six colours; silver, white, black, grey, red and blue, the T8 Super Lux carries a sticker price of R449 900 for the two-wheel-drive and R499 900 for the 4×4.

Covering both is a five-year/150 000 km warranty as well as a five-year/60 000 km service plan.

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News sourced from https://www.citizen.co.za/

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JAC Releasing The T9 Hunter In South Africa Soon!

Delayed from its initial market launch this year, Chinese automaker JAC has confirmed that its aggressively styled T9 Hunter double cab bakkie will become an official reality in South Africa during the second quarter of 2023.

Diesel only for now

The automaker’s flagship offering positioned above the T8 benefitted from a more powerful engine last year, the T9 will be rolled out in stages headed by the conventional turbodiesel derivative and, towards the end of the year, a plug-in hybrid.

A fully electric version is set to become available in late 2023, but for now, only the diesel is slated to come to South Africa in the form of a 2.0-litre unit delivering 125kW/410Nm. The drive will be delivered to the rear or all four wheels through a ZF-sourced eight-speed automatic gearbox with no manual being mentioned.

Until now, it was reported that the T9 will have either a 110 kW version of the 2.0-litre or a bigger 2.5-litre oil burner rated at 140 kW. As it seemingly stands, neither of these will be made available.

Dimensions and spec

Based on JAC’s JL32 platform, the T9 Hunter, for South Africa, measures 5 330 mm in overall length with a wheelbase of 3 110 mm, height of 1 920 mm and width of 1 965 mm. Despite the claimed payload not being disclosed, JAC does mention a braked trailer tow rating of 3,500 kg.

Aside from South Africa, the T9 will also head to Australia with JAC confirming specification items as a 10.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, heated and electric front seats, a seven-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless smartphone charging, climate control with rear vents and partial leather seats.

Seemingly as a way of adhering to Australia’s strict ANCAP crash requirements, the T9’s safety and driver assistance system comprises Autonomous Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, a surround-view camera system, Forward Collision Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Monitoring and a tyre pressure monitor.

Depending on the eventual trim level, up to 18-inch alloy wheels will be offered, along with a rear diff-lock and, in the case of four-wheel-drive models, a low-range transfer case.

How much longer?

“We are excited about the imminent arrival of the new T9 Hunter range. Bakkie buyers will love its large body design because local customer research highlights that a bakkie’s actual size is one of the most important buying motivators when it is purchased,” JAC Motors South Africa CEO, Karl-Heinz Göbel, said.

Expect more details, and pricing, to be revealed at a later stage as JAC Motors South Africa is still likely to provide more in the run-up to the T9’s debut later this year.

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Article sourced from https://www.citizen.co.za/motoring/

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JAC Offers South Africa’s Cheapest Double Cab Bakkies

Over time, bakkies have evolved into vehicles every bit as kitted and comfortable as passenger cars. The problem is, their price tags have also evolved.

Not that long ago the Mercedes-Benz X-Class became the first bakkie in South Africa to break the seven-digit ceiling.

The discontinued Merc was followed by the 190 kW Volkswagen Amarok V6 TDI and now the Ford Ranger Raptor is just R850 shy of becoming Mzansi’s third million-rand bakkie.

With the new Amarok and Ford Ranger on their way, the million-rand bracket will soon be the benchmark instead of the exception in the big stables’ top portfolios.

But not everyone has that kind of cash lying around or the kind of monthly income to afford instalments of over R20k.

Fortunately for buyers, there is quite a comprehensive list of alternatives in the top listings for the cheapest bakkies in stables outside Mzansi’s traditional top three heavyweights, Toyota, Ford and Isuzu.

For years now, Indian carmaker Mahindra and Chinese manufacturers GWM and JAC have been steadily building their much more affordable bakkie repertoires in the shadows of the big boys. And it is not surprising that these three carmakers dominate the list of South Africa’s most affordable double cab bakkies.

Related: Looking for an affordable new car? Check out JAC used cars.

R344 900 – JAC T6 2.0 double cab Lux

JAC Motors has been building commercial vehicles for almost six decades and have quietly been gaining market share with its attractive T-range bakkies. Not only are they easy on the eye, but so are their prices.

The most affordable bakkie in its local stable is the T6 petrol variant, which is powered by a 2.0-litre mill which is mated to a five-speed manual transmission and sends 108kW/190Nm to the rear wheels.

JAC’s fuel consumption claim of 10 L/ 100 km will result in a range of 760 km on its 76-litre fuel tank. This T6 has a payload of 820 kg.

Features include 17-inch alloy wheels, artificial leather seats, aircon, a multi-function steering wheel, cruise control and Bluetooth connectivity making this bakkie a real option for both leisure and work.

Safety is also sorted in the form of ABS, dual front airbags, park distance control and rear-view camera.

After-sales back-up is sorted by a five-year/150 000 km warranty and a five-year/60 000 km service plan.

R374 900 – JAC T6 1.9 TDi double cab Comfort

The most affordable oil burner in the JAC stable is powered by a 1.9-litre turbodiesel mill. It produces 100 kW of power and 320 Nm of torque which is sent to the rear wheels via a five-speed manual gearbox.

This T6 is said to achieve a range of 950km based on the claimed fuel economy of 8.0 L/100 km. Up from its petrol sibling, the oil-burning T6 has a payload of 900 kg.

Being the Comfort trim line and not Lux, it lacks a few creature comforts like artificial leather seats, a rearview camera and cruise control.

It also comes standard with a five-year/150 000 km warranty and a five-year/60 000 km service plan.

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Info sourced from https://www.citizen.co.za/motoring/

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About The JAC X200 - A Versatile Workhorse

Versatility and adaptability are key growth elements within the entrepreneurial and small business environment and the JAC X200 excels on both requirements. 

The JAC X200 for sale is now available with no less than 10 different body applications.

The body conversions will all be done at the dealer level. This will eliminate any concerns about possible infringement of warranty clauses.

The X200 is powered by an economical 2.8-litre, turbo-diesel engine offering 80kW and 240Nm. Power is driven to the wheels via a five-speed transmission. The 1.5-tonne single-cab also boasts a bigger payload than its competitors.

This body/chassis combination can be converted to applications such as refrigeration units, cargo boxes, tippers, and a range of steel- and fibreglass canopies that can be customised for specific jobs. The double-cab derivative also supports an approved Jurgens Caravans camper unit with modern-day camping amenities.

“The X200 has earned its place in the competitive forward-cab workhorse market. Its no-nonsense work attitude explains why it is popular with business owners and entrepreneurs,” says Karl-Heinz Göbel, CEO of JAC Motors South Africa.

“It isn’t only very affordable, but is a true all-rounder that can handle any task thrown its way.”

Göbel explains that a leading local online car publication compared the X200 to its direct Korean competitors and found it 30% more powerful, offering the lowest fuel consumption and running cost. “Our economical X200 features the ideal engine for our country’s demanding conditions. It is reliable and easy to maintain, making it the most cost-effective solution for transport operators.”

The X200 double-cab features an anti-lock braking system, offering increased safety for the driver, crew and cargo.

The forward-cab design is more practical as it offers increased load box space and with this in mind, the single cab offers a maximum payload of 1 500kg.

Its standard dropside configuration is ideal for demanding work conditions, making loading and unloading a lot easier.

Comfortable, ergonomically designed cab to improve driver comfort and safety

The X200’s elevated driving position improves all-round visibility, making marking and manoeuvring in a parking lot and construction site much easier and safer.

The cab is fitted with a radio/CD/MP3 player with Bluetooth adding to driver safety. In addition, the X200 double-cab features an anti-lock brake assist), a height-adjustable steering wheel and electric windows. Air conditioning is standard on both single- and double-cab configurations.

Model line-up and pricing

Pricing includes a five-year/150 000km manufacturer warranty and a five-year/60 000km service plan. Service intervals are scheduled for every 10 000km/12 months.

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Article source: https://sowetourban.co.za/

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Bakkies Are Big And JAC’s Bakkie Is Ready To Compete

South Africa-bound JAC T9 Hunter takes centre stage at Shanghai Motor Show.

The 2023 running of the Shanghai Auto Show marks a significant milestone in the event’s history as this year saw it celebrate 20 years of turning the Shanghai Convention Center into an automotive treasure trove.

It also served as the launch pad for several new models, most notably the already-seen Volvo EX90, Nissan Ariya, Toyota Crown and Camry, and several quirky offerings such as the battlefield-ready military-looking 917 SUV made by Dongfeng Motors.

Barrage of bakkies

Key models for South Africa included the facelift but almost-new-in-every-aspect Porsche Cayenne and the GWM Tank 300.

The Tank 300, which also showcased several models from its upscale Wey division, also premiered a plug-in hybrid version of its P-Series bakkie, which has so far been kept under wraps for South Africa.

Another interesting addition was a mild-hybrid version of the retro Big Dog and the Shanhai Cannon bakkies that top GWM’s range above the P-Series.

The foundation for the Tank 500, aimed directly at the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, the Shanhai, is another uncertainty for the South African market, but as with the hybrid P-Series, could potentially become a reality should approval be given.

SA-bound Hunter

Despite not being as popular in China as in South Africa, a strong bakkie presence exists in Shanghai, with the JAC T9 Hunter of being particular interest. Seemingly updated despite little being said, the Hunter, as previously reported, has been given the go-ahead for JAC Johannesburg, South Africa. An exact date for its arrival hasn’t been announced yet.

Established bakkie builder Ford showcased two versions of the F-150; the Raptor and all-electric Lightning, as well as the new Mondeo, Ranger and smash-hit Bronco bakkies.

Over on the Honda stand, the new CR-V took centre stage along with its Chinese market-only twin, the Breeze, while the ZR-V was another drawcard as it sits between die CR-V and HR-V in Honda’s SUV line-up.

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Information sourced from https://www.citizen.co.za/motoring/

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JAC’s Best-Selling Bakkie - Info Bite

The JAC T8 double cab bakkie is JAC’s best selling bakkie in South Africa.

The T8 range is priced from R417,400.

The T8 double cab produces 104kW or power and 320Nm of torque with its 2.0L CTi engine and 100kW or power and 320Nm of torque with its 1.9L TDi engine.

Both the T8 engines offer an average fuel consumption of 8.6-8.7L/100km.

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Info compiled by https://businesstech.co.za/news/motoring/