JAC Hunter PHEV Australia 2026: price, specs and towing
Quick answer: The JAC Hunter PHEV is now on sale in Australia in Pro and X pickup grades. Published launch prices are $49,988 for Pro and $54,844 for X, before on-road costs. Both have a 360kW plug-in hybrid drivetrain, a 31.2kWh battery, 3500kg braked towing and 915kg nominal payload. Dealer stock and delivery dates vary. The separately announced Pro Cab Chassis is still listed as coming soon.
Grades · Load limits · Charging and costs · Safety · T9 or Hunter?
What the upgrade changes
Shared by Pro and X
360kW system output · 31.2kWh battery · 3500kg braked towing
Published specifications; towing remains subject to the loaded combination limits below.
Pro
Reversing camera
Front and rear differential locks optional
Reference quote when the standard equipment meets your needs.
X
360-degree camera · heated front seats
Front and rear differential locks standard
Compare the equipment cost; the upgrade does not raise the tow rating.
Editorial configuration diagram, not a vehicle photograph. Grade equipment rechecked against JAC Australia on 12 October 2026. Launch prices below retain their original source date.
Hunter Pro vs Hunter X
| Grade | Published launch price (AUD) | Key equipment differences |
|---|---|---|
| Hunter Pro 4x4 pickup | $49,988 before on-road costs | Reversing camera; front and rear differential locks optional. |
| Hunter X 4x4 pickup | $54,844 before on-road costs | Adds a 360-degree camera, heated front seats, black exterior details and standard front/rear differential locks. Sunroof optional. |
The published price gap is $4,856. X buys equipment rather than a higher tow rating. Registration, stamp duty, dealer delivery, paint and accessories can change the quote. Prices above are launch list prices reported on 10 July 2026, not a current driveaway offer. Pricing source: 4x4 Australia; equipment and availability: JAC Australia.
Powertrain, range and load limits
| Item | Pro and X pickups | Buyer context |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | 2.0L turbo-petrol, two electric motors, 4DHT, electric AWD | A plug-in hybrid: regular charging is central to its efficiency case. |
| Output | 360kW; JAC quotes 1010Nm combined driveline torque | Torque is a calculated driveline figure, not measured wheel torque; avoid direct comparisons with differently measured claims. |
| Battery / EV range | 31.2kWh LFP / 100km NEDC | A laboratory range claim, not a guaranteed commute or towing range. |
| Fuel / total range | 1.6L/100km NEDC / 1005km theoretical combined range | Not an uncharged, highway or towing consumption estimate. |
| Towing | 3500kg braked; 750kg unbraked; 350kg maximum towball download | Check towbar rating, trailer brakes and axle loads. |
| Vehicle mass | 2555kg kerb; 3470kg GVM; 6430kg GCM; 915kg payload | Passengers, accessories, luggage and towball load use payload. |
Source: JAC Australian Hunter specification brochure. This replaces earlier global-reveal output targets with Australian production specifications.
AC, DC and V2L
JAC lists 11kW AC charging (15–100% in about 3.5 hours) and up to 46kW DC charging (15–80% in about 30 minutes), using a CCS2 charging connection. Those times depend on the charger, battery temperature and conditions; a household outlet will be slower. Both grades support V2L. Confirm the approved adapter and output limit before planning campsite or tool loads: the brochure marks V2L as included but does not give a numeric output rating.
JAC charging specifications · Home and workplace charging guide
For an ownership budget, use your actual quote, annual distance and electricity tariff in the Hunter cost calculator. Its running-cost and resale inputs are scenario assumptions, not measured outcomes.
ANCAP and warranty
Hunter has a five-star ANCAP rating with a 2024 datestamp, applicable to all variants in ANCAP's listed scope. It draws on T9 testing plus additional Hunter crash tests for battery and high-voltage safety. Scores are 85% adult occupant protection, 87% child occupant protection, 87% vulnerable road user protection and 89% safety assist. ANCAP advises against child-restraint installation in the rear centre seat because it has no top tether anchorage. Read the ANCAP assessment and applicability.
JAC lists a seven-year/unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty and an eight-year/150,000km battery warranty, with terms and exclusions. Seven-year capped-price servicing and roadside assistance are also advertised; capped-price servicing is not free servicing. Confirm the service schedule, battery conditions and commercial-use terms with your dealer. JAC ownership coverage.
Who should shortlist it?
- You can charge at home or work regularly.
- You want a lower entry price and can verify the equipment you need.
- Your loaded towing combination fits all mass limits.
- You rarely charge or tow long distances near maximum weight.
- You carry heavy accessories, passengers and tools together.
- Long-term resale and ownership history are key priorities.
This is a source-based buyer guide, not an AutoScore360 road test. Book a test drive and get a written quote for your exact grade.
JAC T9 or Hunter: start with the routine
Compare Hunter when charging at home or work is practical and local trips form a regular part of your week. Include the charging setup in the purchase budget.
If plugging in would be difficult, include the T9 diesel in the comparison. Check each vehicle’s loaded towing limits, service access and total quote rather than choosing by powertrain alone.
References and update record
Hunter information checked . Linked sources above separate manufacturer specifications, independent safety results and reported launch prices. This update corrects the previous upcoming-model status, replaces early output targets and adds the Australian grades, charging and mass limits. Dealer availability, offers and specifications can change.