JAC i40 now in Malaysia, 141 hp/300 Nm, 300 km range, from RM156k
R&A Greentech Solutions Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary under the Sendok Group, has introduced another electric-powered commercial truck, the JAC i40, to the local market.
The JAC i40 is available in four body configurations, namely wood cargo, refrigerated box, corrugated box, and standard box van.
In terms of dimensions, the i40 measures 5,300 mm in length, 1,750 mm in width, 1,990 mm in height with a wheelbase of 3,100 mm, and a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of around 3,700 kg.
It is powered by a single 141 hp electric motor delivering 300 Nm of torque, with power sourced from a 63.75 kWh battery pack.
The range is approximately 230 km according to WLTP data, or up to 300 km at a maximum speed of 60 km/h.
The JAC i40 supports AC charging (20-100% in 8.5 hours) and fast DC charging at 90 kW enabling 20-80% battery charging in just 40 minutes.
Inside, the JAC i40 features amenities such as a 5-inch TFT cluster screen, a seven-inch central display with Bluetooth support and a reverse camera, and a rotary knob in the center.
Safety features include ABS, EBS, Hill Start Assist, Electronic Stability Control, and Low-Speed Pedestrian Alert System.
For the Malaysian market, the selling price of the JAC i40 starts from RM155,600 (on the road without insurance) for the base version and can go up to RM223,800 for the refrigerated box version.
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