Evolvelectric Motors Sdn Bhd has launched the JAC T9 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) Petrol in Malaysia as the country’s first locally assembled (CKD) plug-in hybrid pickup truck.
It is available in two variants – the Adventure variant, featuring upgraded all-terrain tyres and distinctive black alloy rims, is priced at RM162,888, and the customer-oriented variant at RM154,888, excluding road tax and insurance.
The JAC T9 PHEV Petrol is currently the only PHEV pickup truck available in Malaysia, combining the versatility of a 4×4 pickup with electrified performance and long-distance driving capability.
The pickup is powered with a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with a dual-motor electric 4WD system and a 4DHT hybrid transmission. The powertrain delivers a combined system output of 360kW and 1,000Nm of torque.
The electric motor system comprises a front motor producing 130kW of power and 300Nm of torque, and a rear motor delivering 150kW and 340Nm of torque.
A 31.2kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery supplied by Gotion High-Tech provides an all-electric driving range of up to 100km based on the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC).
It also records a claimed fuel consumption of 1.6 litres per 100km, offering the potential to reduce fuel consumption when driven under suitable conditions.
The vehicle’s ADAS (Advanced Driver-Assistance System) 2.0 includes adaptive cruise control, traffic jam assist, automatic emergency braking, blind spot detection, speed limit assistant, door opening warning, a driver monitoring system, a 360-degree around view monitor and transparent chassis view.
The model has also received a five-star rating from the Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP).
The T9 PHEV Petrol retains the practicality expected of a capable pickup with a braked towing capacity of up to 3,500kg and a wading depth of 550mm.
Evolvelectric Motors chief executive officer Lau Yit Mun said the T9 PHEV Petrol goes beyond traditional utility by combining electrified performance, commercial practicality and everyday family comfort
“The JAC T9 PHEV is more than just a pickup truck. Its Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) function offers a discharge capacity of up to 15kW, enabling it to double as a mobile power station, allowing owners to power electrical appliances and tools wherever their adventures take them.
“Whether for work or leisure, the T9 PHEV offers the flexibility and convenience to go further, anytime, anywhere,” he said.
The vehicle offers three drive modes – Eco, Standard and Sport – alongside five terrain modes: Snow, Sand, Mud, Rock and Off-road Cruise.
The T9 PHEV Petrol supports both DC fast charging and AC charging. DC charging takes about 30 minutes from 15% to 80%, while AC charging takes between 3.5 and 5.5 hours over the same charging range.
The T9 PHEV Petrol is available in five colours – Blue, White, Silver, Dark Grey and Black.
Warranty coverage is offered for the EV battery for eight years or 150,000km, and for the vehicle for seven years or 150,000km.
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