Australia’s love affair with utes has never been stronger, but neither has the price tag shock. JAC is trying to chase the budget-conscious buyers with its newly announced competitive 2026 JAC T9 Ute lineup prices.
The brand now offers 5 variants, starting from the $41,162 Oasis cab-chassis and topping out with the $47,079 Osprey X (dual-cab). The two newly confirmed Osprey variants are aimed at the cost-conscious salary-packaging buyers with a 1000kg payload cap.
Pricing of JAC T9 ute variants
| 2026 JAC T9 Ute Variants | Price (before on-roads) |
|---|---|
| Tradepro dual-cab/chassis | TBC (expected sub-$41k) |
| Oasis cab-chassis (no tray) | $41,162 |
| Oasis Dual-Cab 4×4 | $42,662 |
| Haven Dual-Cab 4×4 | $45,630 |
| Osprey Dual-Cab 4×4 | $46,629 |
| Osprey X Dual-Cab 4×4 | $47,079 |
JAC has doubled down on its value-first strategy by expanding the T9 range and keeping every single variant comfortably below the $50k mark (before on-roads). JAC now undercuts the equivalent Ford Ranger by roughly $8000.
JAC T9 ute is now one of the cheapest 4×4 dual-cabs on sale in Australia. It shows the brand’s intention to lure tradies and salary packaging car owners.
A strategic move in a saturated market
Australia’s ute landscape is highly competitive and increasingly polarised. At one end sit the premium flagships like Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux, and Volkswagen Amarok, while the other end is packed with affordable, feature-loaded challengers from China.
JAC’s expanded T9 range attacks that second group, but with a twist. It targets buyers that mainstream brands barely touch.
The JAC T9 Oasis cab-chassis, with its 1165kg payload, is built for the trade industry. It’s for the sparkies, plumbers, and contractors who want a no-nonsense work ute but can’t justify spending upwards of $60k.
The Osprey and Osprey X have been engineered to have a payload just under 1000kg (980kg). It’s a strategic move to make them eligible for novated leasing and salary packaging. They lose around 65kg of payload to make room for lifestyle updates, including a power sunroof, which is unusual for a double-cab ute.
A novated lease lets employees pay for their ute, including rego, tyres, servicing, and fuel, using pre-tax earnings. That alone makes the JAC T9 appealing to office workers, government employees, and business managers who might have never considered a Chinese ute before.
JAC is still a newcomer, but it’s not drifting. Its first year in Australia shows 1256 deliveries by September and 1362 by late October, creeping up on the KGM Musso but still well behind the LDV T60 and the GWM Cannon.
The brand will also introduce a plug-in hybrid variant in 2026, the JAC T9 Hunter PHEV, which is designed to compete with models such as the BYD Shark 6, Ford Ranger PHEV, and GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV.
MORE: JAC T9 Hunter PHEV: 5 things to know
Features and specs of the JAC T9 utes
It seems like JAC T9’s features mimic those of Korean brands with leather, big screens, wireless charging, and safety tech.
Standard features across all T9 variants
- 2.0L turbo-diesel (125kW/410Nm)
- ZF 8-speed automatic
- BorgWarner 4WD system + dual range
- Rear locking diff
- LED headlights with auto high-beam
- Leather-accented interior
- 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster
- 10.4-inch touchscreen
- Wired Apple CarPlay / Android Auto
- Wireless phone charging
- 6-speaker audio
- Rain-sensing wipers
- Rear parking sensors
2026 JAC T9 Oasis variant adds:
- Reversing camera
- Work-ready setup
- Highest payload at 1165kg
2026 JAC T9 Haven variant adds:
- Heated front seats
- 360-degree camera
- Rear privacy glass
- Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
- Front parking sensors
2026 JAC T9 Osprey variant adds:
- Sunroof
- Lifestyle-focused trim for mixed work/play buyers
2026 JAC T9 Osprey X variant adds:
- Black exterior package (badges, wheels, grille)
5-star ANCAP and the safety suite
The JAC T9 utes carry a five-star ANCAP rating. Here is a breakdown of its safety features:
ANCAP numbers:
- Adult: 85%
- Child: 87%
- Pedestrian: 87%
- Safety Assist: 89%
Standard safety tech across all grades:
- AEB (forward & reverse)
- Lane-keep assist
- Adaptive cruise control
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Traffic sign recognition
- Driver monitoring system
- LEDs with auto high-beam
Haven, Osprey, Osprey X:
- 360-degree camera
- Front parking sensors
MORE: JAC T9 ute recalled over airbag deployment fault
Warranty and servicing benefits of the JAC T9 utes
JAC has openly followed the formula that made Hyundai and Kia household names in Australia. This long-term ownership proposition is crucial for JAC utes because it speaks directly to Aussie buyers’ biggest hesitation with Chinese brands, which is trust!
Ownership benefits:
- 7-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty
- Complimentary loan ute during servicing
- 7-year capped-price servicing every 15,000km/12 months with 7-year, 24/7 roadside assistance (conditions apply)
“Tools Down, Deals On” year-end cashback on JAC T9 utes
JAC is offering discounts to finish 2025 with momentum. Buyers can avail $3500 cashback on all MY25 dual-cab JAC T9s until December 31, 2025.
A discount can be applied to the purchase price or given as a direct deposit/cheque. This aligns with the brand’s mission to get more T9 utes onto worksites and into fleets before the 2026 refresh fully arrives.
Key takeaways for buyers
The updated JAC T9 range gives buyers more choice, depending on whether the priority is work or lifestyle. The JAC T9 Oasis will remain the best pick for tradies thanks to its higher 1165kg payload and no-nonsense setup. The JAC T9 Osprey and Osprey X, on the other hand, trade a little payload for comfort and convenience features, making them better suited to salary-packaging and everyday driving.
Across the board, the JAC T9 stands out with strong value for money, extended warranty support and generous safety tech. The compromise? It still lags behind more established rivals in market presence and long-term brand perception, something buyers should weigh up if resale value matters. For anyone shopping below $50k, though, the JAC T9 now lands as a serious alternative worth test-driving.
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