Shangrila Motors Pvt. Ltd, the authorised distributor for Chinese auto giant JAC in Nepal, has announced the availability of the all-new JAC T8 double-cab pickup truck in the Nepalese market. Shangrila Motors, the automotive division of Golchha Organisation, is also the exclusive importer and distributor of Ford, Peugeot and Citroen for Nepal. 

The New JAC T8 being launched in Nepal is fully loaded with all the advanced safety, comfort and convenient features to meet customer satisfaction at very attractive and competitive price, says the company. It is based on JAC Motors’ eighth-generation international platform that provides increased stability, safety and comfort.

JAC T8 Double-cab Pickup: Engine and Transmission

The all-new JAC T8 is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engine developed in cooperation with the German company FEV. The newly engineered, highly responsive Common-rail Turbo-Diesel engine features an intercooler and Electrical Variable Geometry Turbocharger (EVGT). The T8 delivers a power of 137HP @ 3600 rpm and 320 Nm torque between 1600 to 2600 rpm. Transmission duties are handled by a 6-speed manual gearbox. Moreover, the T8 4×4 features ESOF electronically-controlled time-sharing four-wheel-drive system from BorgWarner.

JAC T8 Double-cab Pickup: Design

The front of the all-new T8 adopts a large-area hexagonal air intake grille, Xenon headlamps with built-in Daytime Running Lights and fog lamps integrated into the front bumper. Also, it comes with bold black wheel arches, dual-tone 18-inch alloy wheels with 265/60 R18 tyres and side step boards. At the rear, the pickup truck gets a ‘Double C’ LED tail-light design to further accentuate its appearance.

JAC T8 Double-cab Pickup: Features

The T8 is well-equipped and features convenience features such as multi-function steering wheel, adjustable steering column, cruise control, air-conditioner, leather seats and electric windows, speed control, reverse camera, rear park sensors, remote central locking, auto door locks and an on-board computer / multi-information display. It also features an 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth connectivity.

JAC T8 Double-cab Pickup: Safety

The T8 comes loaded with a host of active and passive safety features such as Dual Airbags, Traction Control System (TCS), Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC), Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Hill-start Hold Control (HHC). Front and rear disc brakes, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Override System (BOS), Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA) and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).

JAC T8 Double-cab Pickup: Price

The JAC T8 pickup truck is priced at an introductory Rs 56.99 Lakh in the Nepalese market.

JAC T8 Double-cab Pickup: Rivals

The T8 goes head to head with the Isuzu Hi-Lander and the Foton Tunland E in the Nepalese market.