Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
The JAC Hunter PHEV has arrived as Australia's most affordable plug-in hybrid ute, offering a 100km electric range and 3.5-tonne towing for under $50,000. This pre-production review explores how the 2.0L turbo petrol and dual-motor setup compares to rivals like the BYD Shark and Ford Ranger PHEV. Discover if this budget-friendly hybrid has the performance, payload, and interior quality to shake up the Australian dual-cab market.
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00:00 Introduction
00:56 Pricing & Specifications
03:23 Interior
05:19 2nd Row
06:38 Tray
07:56 On-road Driving
10:57 Off-road Driving
12:12 Summary
#JACHunter #PHEV #HybridUte #DualCab #utereview
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The JAC Hunter PHEV has arrived as Australia's most affordable plug-in hybrid ute, offering a 100km electric range and 3.5-tonne towing for under $50,000. This pre-production review explores how the 2.0L turbo petrol and dual-motor setup compares to rivals like the BYD Shark and Ford Ranger PHEV. Discover if this budget-friendly hybrid has the performance, payload, and interior quality to shake up the Australian dual-cab market.
Click Here to Subscribe: http://drivesoci.al/1Cuo50FO51C
Read Full Story Here: https://www.drive.com.au/reviews/2026-jac-hunter-phev-ute-review-australian-first-drive/
00:00 Introduction
00:56 Pricing & Specifications
03:23 Interior
05:19 2nd Row
06:38 Tray
07:56 On-road Driving
10:57 Off-road Driving
12:12 Summary
#JACHunter #PHEV #HybridUte #DualCab #utereview
______________________________________________________________________________________________
At Drive we pride ourselves on being the future of automotive and letting you, as the driver and reader, know where it's all headed.
Drive showcases the best of all things automotive, covering all brands and areas of the motoring industry providing Australia's most engaging and entertaining content.
The dedicated team at Drive are here to bring you their trusted advice, share their passion for all things motoring and to help simplify the Australian motoring landscape for all types of drivers.
We're here to help you discover the Best of What's Next.
Drive's YouTube channel showcases new car reviews, car comparisons, mega tests, great drives and the latest car news. We want to deliver everything you need to know about the car or cars you are interested in.
Our team of motoring experts drive and review every car in the Australian market keeping the needs of both consumers and brands at the forefront. They are driven to help consumers navigate the dynamic and ever-expanding new car market, to help buyers find their best next new car.
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youtu.be/ezIn6aO3s-8
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