Toyota HiLux vs JAC T9 ultimate TORTURE test!

If brand names don’t matter for you, can an affordable Chinese dual cab do the same thing as a mainstream brand? We put the JAC T9 up against the Toyota HiLux SR in the ultimate torture test to find out!

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Intro: 00:00
Toyota HiLux hill road: 01:27
JAC T9 hill road: 04:56
Toyota HiLux belgian pave: 08:32
Toyota HiLux rough road: 11:15
JAC T9 belgian pave: 13:50
JAC T9 rough road: 14:45
Verdict: 18:36

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[NikMakes]

It was a great test, my brother who live in Iran just bought JAC T9, but that one comes with petrol engine and not a diesel. 2 liter, 230HP, 420 NM torque which makes it way more powerful than the Australian version, it also comes with 10 years warranty.

[realebogamalwane]

As a proud owner of the Jac T9 2.0l cti single turbo.. this car is amazing... the comfort is ahead of its time.. the fuel consumption is tops for a 4x4 and most importantly the tech is ahead of its time... and the cherry on top is that it has a sunroof... i love my yellow mustard T9... i call her Bumblebee

[RogerM]

Growing up in a farm, I always cringe with people complaining about stock truck beds. For work, it's better to have a flat bed with side panels. Way more robust, versatile, as cheaper to repair.

[Tb]

This was a fascinating test, something I’d never seen ever before, by any other channel. And the result was pretty shocking, in a good way.

[MarkOConnor-ww]

Need to review the vehicles at 100 000km after similar use conditions. Therein lies the verdict. Durability, cost of ownership, usability, resale. Net position a good summary.

[zacky.alhashmi]

Never in my life, I thought I would see a comparison between a Japanese pick up and a Chinese one. Seems surreal!

[emmanuela.imediegwu]

Thank you for doing this test. I've quite recently been introduced to the JAC T9, and this video helps to answer some nagging questions in my head, especially since we've had a Hilux for a while before

[lloydmwinga]

We use 2.4 gd6 on our mine everyday and i can confidently say that the hilux drive train is super reliable, our ute's are hiting 450k km easy and this things will start every single day and our ute's work 24/7 round the clock on different shifts under different drivers on bumpy gravel roads with stones, but the previous d4d hilux are a slightly more reliable and durable when it comes to the rest of the vehicle

[AutoEngineerVideos]

I'm surprised that you were allowed to take anything over the rough track. Back when I worked at Holden, the rough rocky section was off-limits for cars that weren't earmarked to be crushed at the end of their time (at least, that's what I was told during my PG orientation session).

Also, back in the day, kidney belts were mandatory for durability drivers doing rough track. As suspension systems improved, the kidney belts became less important, but they were still required for anyone doing more than a few laps.

And yes, you're correct. Driving through the water bath was indeed mandatory after a certain number of laps of the rough track, so the oil in the shocks wouldn't get cooked. I assure you: you really don't want to get cooked shock absorber oil on you. The stink is absolutely awful!

[markhansford]

I much prefer these comparisons to the fairly pointless drag races.

[BigCarKilla]

Considering the recent Hilux issues that I dealt with when working for a dealership such as leaves sagging after short periods of time and under GVM, injectors, and don’t forget the DPF saga, I’d argue Toyota’s reputation for reliability isn’t what it once was, nor is it a sole reason to buy their cars anymore. Especially with poor factory support, poor warranty, and the competition doing backflips to get into the public’s good graces.

[dalecotton]

I’d like to see a similar comparison when both utes have 100, 000 -150, 000 kms on them.
I know which brand I feel more confident about

[afrocurio-ecsm]

Ultimate test scenario is african government institution ownership, meaning the little service they get is dodgy, underpaid or unpaid workers behind the wheel using it for anything and everything, constantly beyond rated figures, and in a country with terrible roads and very little road regulation so its speeding through the potholes. WHICH ONE SURVIVES?

[KennyMacFishing]

Is it possible the seat is just more soft in the jac ...ie more shock absorbent. If the phone was attached to a fixed support the acceleration would be more relevant. Did you use your "soft o meter" on the seat prior to use. I drive an Izusu, so comfort is something I know nothing about. Cheers .🤔

[tembamafico]

The JAC does quite well for the price and performance test. Chinese cars are on a trend

[tippiehollander]

That torcher test is SA everyday drive

[JASON-rqgl]

I live in the UK and purchased a 2017 toyota hilux which only had 30 thousand miles on the clock and I have to say I'm kinda disappointed.

The chassis and basically anything underneath is just been corroded with rust, this is the worst I have ever seen on a vehicle.
I have now found out that toyota hilux are all suffering from major rust problems underneath, speaking to a guy at the garage he said toyota are not providing enough sealant paint on the chassis and are not even painting some sections like where the flat bed sits on chassis toyota so there all need major repairs.
Also the pinion seals are falling on the rear diffs which results in diff oil leaking which then ends up costing major repairs on diffs bearings replacement.

Apparently Toyota don't give a crap anymore and are just churning vehicles out with low build quality because people still believe there very reliable, he said if you want a reliable toyota then buy one of the older models that are well over 10 years old they have better build quality.

He's advised me that if I want a pick then get rid of the hilux and get a 2019 or 2020 mitsubishi l200 because he very rarely as to work on them because they were built to last and not like these garbage hilux which are constantly having problems.

[kiewietduplessis]

Why did you not use the Sport function in the T9. It allows for all the power to be available and better response. So basically you tested a de-tuned 2.0L vs a 2.8L. My dealer fitted an approved performance chip (UniChip) to my T9 and the gained +-18% more power and pushed torque to well over 500Nm. Done over 18000km and NO issues. As for comfor over time you will get tired of the hars ride in the Hilux. Usually those small things that become a big issue over time.

[Chris-NZ]

As an Aussie friend of mine said “we guarantee our products for the life of our company”. Show me these two vehicles after having building mix shoveled in the back of them for ten years.

[kenedwards]

Excellent review and I am watching JAC closely. I love my work hilux but lose it shortly. Thought I would walk in to Toyota when I came time to purchase my own ute but this and other reviews is tipping the scales. Thanks so much.