JAC South Africa launches a new entry-level T8 double-cab
The new T8 double-cab SUV/ute uses a 2.0-litre turbocharged diesel engine, delivering 104 kW and 320 N.m of torque — available from 3 600 and a low 1 600 r/min, respectively. The four-cylinder unit is paired exclusively with a six-speed manual transmission, with power sent to the rear wheels. JAC’s press materials cite a fuel consumption of 6.5 L/100 km. If you stick to that figure, you’ll get a range of over 1 000 km from a full 76-litre tank.
The T8 measures 5 325 mm long and 1 880 mm wide, dimensions that put it on par with the Toyota Hilux. Wheelbase is 3 090 mm, ground clearance sits at 210 mm. The load bed is 1 520 mm long, 1 520 mm wide and 470 mm deep. Payload capacity is 900 kg, with a braked towing capacity of 2 000 kg. The T8 uses a double-wishbone front suspension and leaf-sprung rear.
JAC T8 price in SA
With the new T8 2.0CTi 4×2 Comfort version, JAC’s local T8 double-cab lineup starts at R349 900. The mid-range Lux model with the same drivetrain is priced from R399 900, while the single 4×4 Lux variant costs R449 900. The price includes a five-year/100 000 km service plan and a five-year/200 000 km warranty.
– JAC T8 2.0L CTi 4×2 Comfort — R349 900
– JAC T8 2.0L CTi 4×2 Lux — R399 900
– JAC T8 2.0L CTi 4×4 Lux — R449 900
The new derivative comes with LED headlights and daytime-running lights, plus 18-inch steel wheels wrapped in 265/60-side tyres. Inside, the multifunction steering wheel is trimmed in leather, and the seats are upholstered in synthetic leather. Air conditioning, electric windows, a six-speaker sound system, and cruise control are also part of the package.
