Jaecoo Malaysia launches the C9 coupe SUV – two variants, prices starting from RM168,800
Jaecoo Malaysia has officially launched the premium off-road coupe SUV model, the C9, for the local market.
Two variants are offered, with the front-wheel drive (2WD) version starting at RM168,800, while the all-wheel drive (AWD) variant is priced at RM188,800.
Jaecoo Malaysia also announced a promotional package for early buyers, which includes a 10-year warranty on the engine and suspension components or a mileage limit of 1,000,000 km, valid until December 8.
In terms of size, the C9 measures 4,775 mm in length, 1,920 mm in width, 1,671 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,800 mm, and a ground clearance of 165 mm.
Additionally, the C9 is capable of wading through water up to 450 mm deep.
The cargo space is a generous 660 liters, or up to 1,783 liters when the second-row seats are folded down.
Both variants are powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four engine producing 261 PS and 400 Nm of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
Exterior features include hidden door handles, 20-inch alloy wheels, sigma LED DRL lights, a diamond matrix grille structure, and a rear spoiler inspired by fighter jets.
Inside, the cabin is equipped with a 12.3-inch cluster display and infotainment screen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support, dual-zone climate control, driver’s seat with memory function, seat ventilation and heating features, and an audio system with eight speakers.
For the 2WD variant, there are three driving modes: Eco, Normal, and Sports, while the AWD variant includes additional modes for Sand, Mud, Snow, and Off-Road.
The AWD variant also comes with a 14-speaker audio system, including two embedded in the headrest units.
As standard, both variants are equipped with Level 2 ADAS, which includes features such as Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Traffic Jam Assist (TJA), Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Front Collision Warning (FCW), and Rear Collision Warning (RCW), as well as a 540-degree panoramic monitoring system (AVM).
Additionally, there are nine airbags, ABS, EBD, traction control, Hill Start Assist (HAC), Hill Descent Control (HDC), a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Multi-Collision Brake (MCB) system, and a Driver Monitoring System (DMS).
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