Jac T9 HUNTER

JAC T9 Hunter – Rugged, Feature-Rich Mid-Sized Pickup

The JAC T9 Hunter is a mid-sized double-cab pickup from JAC Motors, officially assembled and launched in Pakistan by Ghandhara Automobiles on 8 January 2025 anhuizhongwei.en.made-in-china.com+14en.wikipedia.org+14pakwheels.com+14. It competes in the lucrative 4×4 pickup segment, challenging stalwarts like the Toyota Hilux Revo and Isuzu D‑Max.

⚙️ Dimensions & Design

• Exterior Dimensions:
  • Length: 5,330 mm
  • Width: 1,965 mm
  • Height: 1,920 mm
  • Wheelbase: 3,110 mm pakdrive.com.pk+2pakwheels.com+2pkrevenue.com+2group1jac.co.za+1en.wikipedia.org+1pakwheels.com+4pakwheels.com+4group1jac.co.za+4
• Ground Clearance: 220 mm
• Approach/Departure Angles: 27° / 23° pakwheels.com+4pakwheels.com+4pkrevenue.com+4
• Exterior Highlights: LED headlights/DRLs, electric sunroof, heated folding mirrors, roof rails, auto‑levelling lamps, follow‑me‑home, rear demister pakwheels.com+15pakwheels.com+15blog.olx.com.pk+15

🔋 Engine and Performance

• Engine: 1,999 cc 4‑cylinder turbo diesel
• Power: 168 hp @ 3,600 RPM
• Torque: 410 Nm @ 1,500–2,500 RPM pakwheels.com+11pakwheels.com+11group1jac.co.za+11gari.pk+2gari.pk+2pakwheels.com+2
• Transmission: 8‑speed automatic
• Drive Type: 4×4
• Top Speed: ~150–160 km/h
• Fuel Efficiency: ~10–12 km/l (10 km/l city, up to 12 km/l combined) group1jac.co.za+11pakwheels.com+11gari.pk+11group1jac.co.za+3blog.olx.com.pk+3pkrevenue.com+3
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 76 L hesucar.com+13pakwheels.com+13pakwheels.com+13

🛋️ Interior & Comfort

• Cabin Features: Leather-accented seats (power-adjustable driver), multi-color stitching, dual-tone dashboard
• Infotainment: 10.4‑inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto; 7‑inch instrument cluster pkrevenue.com+2pakwheels.com+2blog.olx.com.pk+2
• Conveniences: Wireless charging, rear AC vents, rain-sensing wipers, auto-dimming mirror, sunroof, 220 V rear outlet pakwheels.com+1pkrevenue.com+1
• Seating & Capacity: Comfortable 5-seat configuration

🛡️ Safety & Driving Aids

• Airbags: 6–7 including curtain and center airbag pkrevenue.com+2blog.olx.com.pk+2jacen.jac.com.cn+2
• Braking: ABS, EBD, Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA), Brake Override System (BOS) group1jac.co.za+2pakwheels.com+2blog.olx.com.pk+2
• Stability & Control: ESC, VDC, Traction Control, Hill-Start Hold Control group1jac.co.za+2pakwheels.com+2blog.olx.com.pk+2
• Driver Aids: 360° camera, TPMS, Follow-Me-Home, headlamp leveling, auto laminating mirrors gari.pk+7pakwheels.com+7blog.olx.com.pk+7

🏆 Market Positioning & Pricing

• Launch Price (Ex-factory): PKR 9.75 million – PKR 10.5 million (early 2025) carnewschina.com+8pkrevenue.com+8pakdrive.com.pk+8
• Competitors: Positioned against Toyota Hilux and Isuzu D-Max, with a more feature-loaded interior at a lower price pakwheels.com

✅ Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• Feature-packed: sunroof, touchscreen, wireless charging
• Powerful 4×4 diesel engine with modern transmission
• Strong off-road geometry and ground clearance
• Advanced safety systems and airbags

❌ Cons:

• Fuel efficiency lags behind smaller pickups
• Limited dealer support and parts network compared to established rivals
• Lower towing capacity (~3,000 kg vs Hilux’s ~3,500 kg) blog.olx.com.pk+2pakdrive.com.pk+2pkrevenue.com+2

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Who Is It For?

• Buyers seeking a budget-friendly yet well-equipped 4×4 pickup
• Those valuing comfort and advanced tech in a rugged package
• Ideal for both urban driving and off-road adventures

🔚 Final Verdict

The JAC T9 Hunter brings a compelling blend of bold styling, robust performance, and modern comforts to Pakistan’s mid-size pickup market. At under PKR 10 million, it presents a strong value alternative to established players—if you’re ready to explore beyond traditional brands.

Curious about towing capacity, detailed comparisons with Revo or D-Max, or want a focused buyer’s guide? Just say the word!