With six model variants and 10 body options, the JAC Motors X200 aims to meet the requirements of as many business applications as possible.
All the body options are fitted at the dealer level through approved suppliers to ensure no impact on vehicle warranties.
The X200 hauls its weight via a 2,8-litre turbo-diesel engine, with the 1,5-tonne single-cab offering a bigger payload than its competitors. Its double-cab sibling offers a 1,3-tonne load capacity with the added benefit of legally transporting six people inside the cab.
It offers average fuel consumption of 8,0 l/100 km (combined cycle) and supports a Towing Mass (braked) of 1 250 kg.
The X200 body applications include refrigeration units, cargo boxes, tippers, and steel and customisable fibreglass canopies. The double-cab derivative also supports an approved Jurgens Caravans camper unit with modern-day camping amenities.
"The X200 has earned its place in the competitive forward-cab workhorse market. Its no-nonsense work attitude explains why it is popular with business owners and entrepreneurs," says Karl-Heinz Göbel, CEO of JAC Motors South Africa. "It isn't only very affordable but is a true all-rounder that can handle any task thrown it is the way.
Reliable and easy to maintain, the economical X200 features the ideal engine for our country's demanding conditions, making it the most cost-effective solution for transport operators.
The X200 has a double-wishbone independent front suspension and a ladder-frame chassis designed for stability, manoeuvrability, and solid handling regardless of how much payload it carries.
Additionally, it features large disc brakes in front, supported by drum brakes at the back, and a Load Sensing Proportioning Valve (LSPV) to take care of stopping power. The X200 double-cab features anti-lock braking, hydraulic-assisted power steering and a minimum turning radius of 5,75 metres.
The JAC workhorse is ideal for manoeuvring traffic and transporting heavy loads at a constant speed.
The X200 single-cab's load box measures almost 2,8 metres and supports a large load area of 4 595 sq/m. Its cargo area of 2 785 mm (length), 1 650 mm (width), and 355 mm high dropsides add up to a maximum permitted payload of 1 500 kg.
The double cab's maximum permitted payload is 1 300 kg, on a load area of 3 654 sq/m. Despite the space being used to fit three more people inside the cab, the cargo area of 2 215 mm (length) x 1 650 mm (width) and 355 mm high drop sides can still accommodate heavy and bulky loads.
"Its best-in-class performance, robust chassis design, and durable drivetrain meet the diverse needs of customers. Whether for deliveries, construction work or leisure applications, our dealers can address prospective customers' mobility needs at the grassroots level to ensure their competitive edge in the market," adds Göbel.
The X200 has an elevated driving position, front and rear crumple zones, side-impact protection bars, height-adjustable headlamps, an immobiliser, remote-controlled central locking with motion lock at 40 km/h and an engine that cannot ignite when the clutch is not engaged.
"The X200 is the only double-cab in a forward-cab configuration in the local market and offers distinctive benefits regarding crew transport. Considering that it still supports a payload of 1,3 tonnes like its single-cab rivals, it makes perfect sense for companies with labour-intensive working teams to buy this unique product," says Göbel.
Model line-up and pricing
The X200 has a 5-year/150 000-kilometre manufacturer warranty and a 5-year/60 000-kilometre service plan. Service intervals are scheduled for every 10 000 kilometres/12 months.
Prices are VAT inclusive:
X200 1.5-tonne Single-cab CC – R329 900
X200 1.5-tonne Single-cab (A/C) CC – R339 900
X200 1.5-tonne Single-cab DS – R344 900
X200 1.5-tonne Single-cab (A/C) DS – R354 900
X200 1.3-tonne Double-cab (ABS, A/C & E/W) CC – R364 900
X200 1.3-tonne Double-cab (ABS, A/C & E/W) DS – R374 900
The prices for the different load box applications are available at the dealer level.
