JAC Hunter Pro vs X: equipment and price differences
The published launch-price gap between Hunter Pro and X is $4,856 before on-road costs. Both pickups share the core drivetrain and load ratings; the extra money changes equipment. Compare the camera, seat and differential-lock differences against the items you would actually specify.
1) What changes between the two grades
| Item | Hunter Pro pickup | Hunter X pickup |
|---|---|---|
| Published launch list price | $49,988 + on-road costs | $54,844 + on-road costs |
| Parking camera | Reversing camera | 360-degree camera |
| Front and rear differential locks | Optional | Standard |
| Heated front seats | Not listed as standard | Standard |
| Exterior treatment | Pro specification | Black styling package |
| Power sunroof | Not offered in the listed Pro specification | Optional, not included in the base X price |
Prices: July 2026 launch report. Equipment: current JAC model page and Australian specification brochure. These are launch list prices, not current driveaway quotations.
2) What the lower grade retains
Pro keeps the drivetrain, battery and headline towing capability that make Hunter interesting in the first place. It is therefore our preferred place to start for a buyer whose priorities are plug-in commuting and general ute use, rather than a particular comfort package.
Build a list of essentials before adding options. A charger installation, the correct towing equipment or cargo protection may be more useful to your routine than cosmetic upgrades. Get each item priced separately. There is no need to spend the entire grade difference simply because it is available.
3) When X earns its extra cost
X makes the clearest sense when its extra equipment solves problems you encounter often. A 360-degree camera can help you judge the space around a pickup in tight parking areas, while heated seats may be a welcome daily feature in colder weather. Camera assistance still requires the driver to check the surroundings.
For buyers who specifically want front and rear differential locks, compare an appropriately optioned Pro against X rather than comparing the two base list prices alone. Ask the dealer to confirm the Pro option’s price and availability in writing. We have not assumed an option price or claimed that X always works out cheaper.
4) Three practical ways to choose
| Buyer priority | Start with | Decision test |
|---|---|---|
| Keep the initial outlay focused | Pro | Would you still buy the X features if they were sold individually? |
| Shared family car and tighter parking | X | Try the camera display and seat features during the same test drive. |
| Off-road equipment on the shopping list | Optioned Pro and X quotes | Compare fitted prices, included equipment and delivery timing. |
5) What the upgrade does not change
Both grades share the published 360kW output, 31.2kWh battery, 3500kg braked towing and 915kg nominal payload. X does not create extra capacity for a heavy caravan or accessories. Use the mass limits in our Hunter specification guide for either grade.
Compare matching body styles and the same quote date. The announced Pro Cab Chassis is a separate upcoming version and should not be treated as the on-sale Pro pickup. Finish with a test drive and a written order identifying the exact equipment.
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About this guide
Prepared by AutoScore360 Editorial from the sources linked alongside the relevant facts. Recommendations are our assessment of the published information; we have not conducted a Hunter road test. Cost examples are illustrative assumptions. Information checked 24 September 2026. Suggest a correction.