Evolvelectric Motors Sdn Bhd, the official distributor of JAC pickup trucks in Malaysia, has launched the 2027 JAC T9 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) Petrol. The T9 PHEV is the first locally assembled plug-in hybrid pickup truck in Malaysia and there will be two variants at launch. The higher priced and specced ADVENTURE variant,which features upgraded all-terrain tyres and distinctive black alloy rims, is priced at RM162,888, while the standard variant is priced at RM154,888 - prices are before road tax and insurance.
At the time of launch, the T9 PHEV is the only PHEV pickup truck available in Malaysia, the JAC T9 PHEV Petrol combines the versatility of a 4x4 pickup with electrified performance and long-distance driving capability. With a claimed 1,000km range on a single full tank, the T9 is efficient and it would actually fill a need for companies, especially those public listed ones, or those that supply services and equipment to public listed ones, to fulfill their ESG (Environment, Social Governmental) requirements - especially the environmental ones since it is a hybrid vehicle that can run on electric only. These days, most public listed companies on the KLSE needs to fulfill some green energy requirements and by running a green vehicle, it carries some weight. So imagine a T9 PHEV pickup truck like this used by energy providers PETRONAS or TNB and claiming some brownie points by being a clean vehicle.
The 2027 J AC T9 PHEV Petrol is powered by a 2.0 litre turbocharged petrol engine coupled to an Electric four-wheel drive (4WD) dual-motor 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, respectively, which should provide responsive performance and enhanced traction across a variety of driving conditions. Actually, 1000Nm is a lot. Even more than most high output 3.0liter diesel pickup trucks or thereabouts on sale today.
However, what also interests me is that the T9 PHEV's powertrain is unique as looking at the drivetrain setup, the rear is basically computer controlled - there is no propshaft running from the front engine and front motor to the rear motor or axle. The rear is a separate unit in terms of power delivery and torque or power levels are controlled separately The independent electric all-wheel-drive (e-4WD) system powers each axle directly. The rear is powered by a rear-mounted electric motor via a solid rear differential/reduction box without any physical connection to the front. As for the Front axle, it is powered by a combination of a petrol engine and a front electric motor integrated into the hybrid transmission setup. Technically more bias to the front wheels when you need a lot of power but most of the time in electric mode, it reverts to its rear wheel motor just powering it. Quite unique, and could be a reason why some privately owned, customers may be interested in this PHEV.
2027 JAC T9 PHEV 4X4 ADVENTURE
In terms of its battery electric setup, the T9 PHEV Petrol is equipped with a 31.2kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery supplied by Gotion High-Tech. It has a rated voltage of 359.1V. and has been designed to support both electric driving and long-distance travel. The battery offers an all-electric driving range of up to 100km based on the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC). It also records a claimed fuel consumption figure of 1.6 litres per 100km, offering the potential to reduce fuel consumption when driven under suitable conditions.
Notable safety features of the T9 are ADAS (Advanced Driver-Assistance System) 2.0. which 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 is built on JAC's third-generation international platform, the T9 PHEV Petrol is engineered to deliver a balance of performance, capability and comfort. With a braked towing capacity of up to 3,500kg 9due to its immense torque figures, and a wading depth of 550mm, it retains the practicality expected of a capable pickup truck while offering the benefits of electrified driving.
According to Mr Lau Yit Mun, Chief Executive Officer of Evolvelectric Motors, the T9 PHEV Petrol offers an attractive combination of performance, versatility and value, positioning it as a compelling option for customers seeking a vehicle that can accommodate both business and family needs.
“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. These settings allow drivers to adapt the vehicle’s performance to different road surfaces and driving requirements.
For added convenience, the T9 PHEV Petrol supports both DC fast charging and AC charging. DC charging takes approximately 30 minutes to charge the battery from 15% to 80%, while AC charging takes between 3.5 and 5.5 hours over the same charging range, depending on the charging equipment and conditions.
The T9 is fully featured, as with all new vehicles that have come from China. It has mostly everything you need and more. The cabin gets a full infotainment suite (Android Auto and Apple CarPlay included), a digital driver's instrument cluster as well as the usual large infotainment screens inside. There is also a sunroof up top making this a fully featured pickup truck. The price of RM155K thereabouts is most likely due to the PHEV nature of the car.
As stated above, it is locally assembled (in Kulim) and is available in five exterior colours – Blue, White, Silver, Dark Grey and Black – the T9 PHEV Petrol features black leather seats with diamond stitching. Warranty coverage is offered for the EV battery for eight years or 150,000km, or for the vehicle for seven years or 150,000km.
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