JAC T9 PHEV Unveiled at Melbourne Motor Show with ANCAP 5-Star Safety Rating
JAC Motors unveiled the T9 plug-in hybrid pickup at the Melbourne Motor Show, earning a five-star ANCAP safety rating.
- 1.6 L/100 km
- Over 50,000 km
What Happened
JAC Motors officially unveiled the T9 PHEV pickup at the Melbourne Motor Show on April 10, 2026, with a five-star ANCAP safety rating. The vehicle achieved the highest safety recognition under the latest ANCAP evaluation cycle, reinforcing its safety credentials for Australian consumers.
1.6 L/100 kmL/100 km
NEDC combined cycle rating for low-emission driving.
“The level of interest in the T9 PHEV among Australian buyers has far exceeded our expectations. With an ANCAP five-star safety rating, class-leading performance, and a NEDC combined fuel consumption as low as 1.6 L/100 km, it undoubtedly redefines how Australian consumers perceive pickup trucks and fills the value gap in the hybrid pickup market.”
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Why this matters
The T9 PHEV combines low emissions with high safety, offering Australian buyers a versatile pickup that meets both commercial and lifestyle needs while challenging perceptions of hybrid vehicles.
Terms in This Story
- ANCAP
- Australasian New Car Assessment Program, a vehicle safety rating system in Australia and New Zealand.
- PHEV
- Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle, a vehicle with both an internal combustion engine and a rechargeable battery.
- ADAS
- Advanced Driver Assistance System, electronic systems that help the driver in driving and parking.
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