Additional Information
Standard factory specifications - ABS, Electronic brakeforce distribution, Air bags 6, Auto lights, Day lights, Auto lock, ISO fix, Brake hazard lights, Power steering, Steering adjustment, Cruise control, Seats 5, Spare wheel X, Keyless entry, Air conditioner, Climate control, Electric windows, Radio, Leather, Remote side mirrors, Park distance - rear, Alloy wheels, Fuel DIESEL, Engine TRANSVERSE INLINE 4, Engine size 1999cc, CO2 0g/Km, Power 125kW@3600, Torque 410Nm@1500, DOHC, 4 VALVES PER CYLINDER, Gears 8, Drive REAR, Top speed 150Km/h, Boot capacity 0 litres, Average fuel consumption 7.8l/100km, Service interval 10000km
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What Happened
In April 2025, JAC Motors took on the South African 24-hour endurance challenge at the Gerotek testing facility near Pretoria. Their vehicle, the T9 2.0 CTi double-cab bakkie, achieved 4,084 km over 24 hours, with an average speed of 170.1 km/h—setting a new national record for commercial vehicles.
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This run surpassed Isuzu’s 2010 record, where the KB300 TDi had covered 4,063 km at an average of 169.3 km/h at the same venue.
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Prior to Isuzu, Toyota held the record with a Hilux achieving 3,818 km at 159.1 km/h in 2003.
Why It Matters
JAC’s CEO, Karl-Heinz Göbel, used the challenge to affirm key benefits often questioned about Chinese-branded vehicles: reliability, parts availability, dealer support, and resale value.
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Notably, JAC completed the record without professional racing infrastructure—pit stops were handled by a production crew using regular tools, which made the feat more impressive given the logistical simplicity.
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The bakkie maintained an average fuel consumption of 16.5 L/100 km, impressive considering it ran flat-out for the full 24 hours.
Technical specifications
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General
- No of Doors 4
- No of Seats 5
- Body Type Double Cab Bakkie
- Colour Yellow
- Introduction Date 06 September 2023
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Engine
- Power Maximum 125KW
- Engine Cylinders 4
- Engine Capacity 1999cc
- Turbo / Supercharged T
- Fuel Tank Size 76L
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Handling
- Front Tyres 265/60 - R18
- Rear Tyres 265/60 - R18
- Driven Wheels 4X2
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