Top 4 reasons to buy the JAC JS6

In the current state of the local automotive industry, almost all car brands now carry a crossover model. The aforementioned is especially true for new-ish marques that have entered recently. 

And who could blame them, since crossovers right now are quite popular. So popular in fact that they have now overtaken the previously vast chunk of the market that once was occupied by hatchbacks and sedans. 

Case and point is JAC Motor Philippines, which practically burst into the scene with its relaunch under Astara Philippines in 2024. Sure, it has pickup trucks, but a majority of its rides range from subcompact to compact crossovers. 

One of its premier nameplates in the crossover segment is, of course, the JS6 - a five-seater model that promises a cushy ride without breaking the bank. But apart from that, what are the key reasons why one should by the JAC JS6? Let’s find out here. 

Peppy powertrain

Similar to many other crossover nameplates sold in the Philippines, the JAC JS6 uses a1.5-liter inline-4 turbocharged gasoline engine. Its particular powertrain, however, was tuned to produce up to 182 horsepower and 300 Newton-meters of torque, which is a bit more powerful compared to its closes competitors such as the Jetour Dashing and the GAC GS3 Emzoom. 

The JS6’s power and torque output is sent to its front wheels via a six-speed dual-clutch transmission. It also has front and rear disc brakes, a MacPherson strut front suspension, and a multi-link rear suspension. 

Comprehensive safety kit

Another reason to purchase the JAC JS6 is its comprehensive safety kit. The aforementioned is especially true for people wanting to use this model as a family car, or for those who are new to driving. 

For its basic safety gear, the JAC-made crossover has anti-lock braking, dual front airbags, dual side airbags, side curtain airbags, hill-start assist, electronic stability control, ISOFIX child seat anchors, rear parking sensors, a 360-degree view camera, an engine immobilizer, overspeeding alarm, and a tire-pressure monitoring system - among others. 

Reinforcing the aforementioned is a collection of advanced driver-assist systems (ADAS), which include: 

• Automatic emergency braking
• Lane departure warning
• Front collision warning
• Blind spot monitoring
• Intelligent remote light switch

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Loads of creature comforts

The crossover market as of late has become cut throat, as such, brands have loaded up their rides with plenty of features in an effort to curtail the competition. This is true especially when it comes to the JAC JS6, which is more than a match against its rivals in terms of comfort and practicality. 

For starters, the model has leather upholstery and soft-touch surfaces spread around its cabin. Its seats, meanwhile, are black in leather, with the ones up front providing power-adjustability. Everyone inside is also kept cool by a dual-zone automatic climate control system. 

Added mood inside the car is enhanced by ambient lighting. But if that wasn’t enough, it can also make the dreariest days more enjoyable thanks to its panoramic sunroof. 

Specific to the driver of the JAC JS6 are the following features:

• Leather steering wheel
• Push-to-start button
• Automatic anti-glare rear-view mirror
• Front center armrest
• Electronic parking brake with auto hold
• Drive mode selector
• Cruise control
• 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster

Handling on-board entertainment and navigation for the JAC model is a 12.3-inch infotainment display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The said screen is linked to an eight-piece speaker set. 

Topping up devices inside the JAC JS6 is also made easy via its wireless smartphone charging pad and its lineup of USB ports. 

In terms of cargo capacity, the JS6’s trunk can fit up to 670 liters with the rear seats up. Fold the rear seats down and it can swallow up to 1,080 liters. To note, 670 liters is more than enough for a week’s worth of groceries plus your laundry. The maximum capacity, meanwhile, will prove great those people who like to lug around sports or camping equipment. 

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Sharp, modern styling

Style-wise, the JAC JS6 is right up the alley of modern crossovers. This is another crucial detail to note about the said model since a huge portion of car buying will often boil down to how the car looks. 

To be more exact, the JS6 wears the same sharp LED daytime running lamps as its siblings. And just like other JAC crossovers, it has a squarish grille, square-shaped LED headlamp clusters, and a modest amount of black plastic claddings on its wheel arches. 

From the side, one will see that the JS6 has a good amount of character lines and chrome bits on its doors. It also comes with a slick side profile that’s complemented by a pair of roof rails and a set of 18-inch aluminum wheels. 

The rear of the vehicle, meanwhile, gets an eye-catching LED taillight bar, a dual exhaust setup, and a roof-mounted rear spoiler. 

Adding to the appearance of the JAC JS6 are an array of exterior features that makes it easier to use everyday. For starters, it has an electronic tailgate for easy cargo loading and unloading. It also has automatic headlamp functionality, rain-sensing wipers, and power-folding side mirrors. And for a bit of fun, its LED welcome lamps can also project the JAC logo. 

JAC JS6: specifications

Model	JAC JS6
Exterior
Dimensions (length x width x height, in millimeters [mm>)	4,605 x 1,890 x 1,700
Wheelbase (mm)	2,720
Ground clearance (mm)	160
Wheel size	18-inch
Lighting system	LED
Interior
Material	Leather
Amenities	Power-adjust front seats 12.3-inch digital gauge Dual-zone automatic climate controls Wireless smartphone charging Eight-piece speaker set 60:40 split-folding seat Power tailgate Automatic headlamps Electronic parking brake Ambient lighting system Panoramic sunroof Front and rear center armrests Drive mode selector Push-to-start button Leather steering wheel Rain-sensing wipers
Infotainment system	12.3-inch infotainment with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Seating capacity	Five
Powertrain
Engine	1.5-liter turbocharged inline-4
Fuel type	Gasoline
Transmission	Six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission
Horsepower	182
Torque	300 Nm
Technology
Safety	Anti-lock braking Dual front airbags Dual side airbags Side curtain airbags Hill-start assist Electronic stability control ISOFIX child seat anchors Rear parking sensors 360-degree view camera Engine immobilizer Overspeeding alarm Tire-pressure monitoring system
ADAS	Automatic emergency braking Lane departure warning Front collision warning Blind spot monitoring Intelligent remote light switch
Price	P1.38 million

Final thoughts

For its asking price of P1.38 million, the JAC JS6 clearly offers a lot. On paper, it has a powerful four-banger, plenty of comfort features, a stylish exterior, and a good complement of safety gear. So in summary, it could make for a excellent daily driver, and even as a family car. 

Like we always say, however, a test drive will always be the next step when getting to know a vehicle. So, for those liking what they see in the JAC JS6, do not  hesitate to visit the nearest JAC dealership to give this crossover a try. 

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