Foton Tunland V7 vs JAC T9
Value retention, real cost and monthly money, compared on the same 2026 South African data.
The JAC T9 wins on money kept: 65% retained after three years vs 59%, worth about R 49 796 at trade-in time.
Both curves, one chart
Head to head
| Tunland V7 | T9 | |
|---|---|---|
| New price (from) | R 689 900 | R 549 900 |
| ±Monthly instalment | R 12 058/m | R 9 611/m |
| Retained after 1 year | 77% | 81% |
| Retained after 3 years | 59% | 65% |
| Value after 3 years | R 409 971 | R 360 174 |
| Lost to depreciation (3y) | R 279 929 | R 189 726 |
| Value after 5 years | R 312 139 | R 285 788 |
| Our tier | Chinese (new entrant) | Chinese (established) |
Foton Tunland V7 →
The V7 sits above the G7 with a 48V mild hybrid 2.0 turbodiesel making 120kW and 450Nm through an eight-speed auto. It went on sale in late 2025 from R689,900. Cabin quality and spec push it against mid-range Hilux and Ranger derivatives.
Known for: 48v mild hybrid diesel and plush cabin
JAC T9 →
The T9 is JAC's flagship double cab, launched in 2023 with a 2.0 CTi turbodiesel and a 5-year/200,000km warranty. It undercuts the Hilux and Ranger by a wide margin while offering near-premium cabin spec. The Hunter flagship added a more off-road focused option in 2026.
Known for: high spec bakkie undercutting rivals
Common questions
Which holds value better, the Foton Tunland V7 or the JAC T9?
The JAC T9. It keeps about 65% of its price after three years against 59% for the Foton Tunland V7, a gap of 6 points.
Which is cheaper to own over three years?
Depreciation is the biggest ownership cost. The Foton Tunland V7 loses about R 279 929 over three years and the JAC T9 loses about R 189 726. Fuel, insurance and servicing can narrow or widen that, but the depreciation gap is the number to start from.
What do they cost per month?
On typical finance (10% deposit, 72 months, 11.75%), the Foton Tunland V7 runs about R 12 058 per month and the JAC T9 about R 9 611, before fees and insurance.
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Modelled estimates on a retail basis; spec levels and real transaction prices vary.