By Otsile Kadiege

JAC Motors South Africa recently added a new plug-in hybrid engine to the T9 bakkie line-up. Underneath the bonnet of the T9 PHEV is a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine producing 160 kW at 5,000 rpm and 370 Nm of torque between 2,000 and 4,000 rpm.

Its performance is further enhanced by two Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSMs)—one at the front and one at the rear. The front motor delivers 60 kW (peak 130 kW) and 150 Nm (peak 300 Nm), while the rear motor produces 70 kW (peak 150 kW) and 150 Nm (peak 340 Nm). The total system output of the petrol-electric concoction is an impressive 290kW and 670Nm.

Charging times

The T9 2.0L TGDI PHEV features a 31.2 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery with 87 Ah capacity. Charging supports both CCS2 AC and DC charging standards. A full charge takes one hour and 25 minutes at a DC fast charger, while charging at home with an AC charger will take four and a half hours.

Towing capacity

The multi-link rigid axle rear suspension and Electronic Differential Locks on both axles enhance the off-road capability of the T9 2.0L TGDI PHEV. It also has an impressive braked towing mass of 3,500 kg.

Improved saftey features

JAC Motors also improved the safety features of the T9 2.0L TGDI PHEV. These include Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR), and Driver Monitor System (DMS), among others.

Price and availability

Further details and pricing of the T9 2.0L TGDI PHEV will be shared closer to its launch, scheduled for the second quarter of 2025.