JAC Hunter PHEV Ute Set for Melbourne Motor Show Debut With Bold Range Claims

Overview

• JAC released headline economy and range numbers for the Hunter PHEV and confirmed an April Melbourne Motor Show debut with local sales targeted for mid‑year.
• The dual‑cab ute pairs a 2.0‑litre turbo petrol engine with two electric motors and a 32 kWh LFP battery for a quoted 385 kW and 1000 Nm with about 100 km of electric‑only range.
• Claimed combined fuel use is 1.6 L/100 km and total range is 1005 km on the lenient NEDC test, so real‑world results are likely to be lower.
• Local validation included more than 50,000 km of testing at Victoria’s Lang Lang proving ground with Segula oversight and Multimatic tuning to refine ride, handling and driver‑assist systems for Australian conditions.
• JAC targets rivals like BYD’s Shark 6 and hinted it could beat the Shark on price, while capability claims include a payload above 1000 kg and a current 3200 kg braked tow rating with a possible move to 3500 kg pending final tuning and certification.