JAC Philippines rolls out the new s2
TRIESENBURG Auto Corp. (TAC), the official distributor of JAC passenger and light commercial vehicles, came into the country in 2018 as the first Chinese Automaker hoping to make a difference and provide vehicles that will change the way people look at cars and forget what’s normal.
The objective was not to get a big piece of the pie but get a modest customer base and ensure 110 percent customer satisfaction. TAC is glad to say that they have so far successfully achieved that.
Of the six vehicles in the product line-up, the JAC S2 became the hottest commodity as it provided specs and innovation at a price point that no one in the market can match. Over the last three years, the community of satisfied and proud owners have grown and continues to grow, as evidenced by the numerous testimonials existing owners agreed to give.
Given this, JAC Motors Philippines felt the need to improve their flagship vehicle further and launch a revamped, refreshed, and revitalized JAC S2 that will surely turn heads on the road.
As JAC has always done, aside from these features already embraced by existing owners, JAC has listened to the feedback on what needs to be improved and have equipped the New S2 accordingly. Aesthetically, the major change only is the face of the S2. It has been streamlined and combined the daylight running lights (DRL) with the headlamps for a sportier and more cohesive look. This integration will further complement the sharp-looking front fog lamps.
The trapezoidal grille, meantime, remains a staple on it. The roof rack and sharkfin antenna are still there, of course. Other lighting collocations for the CVT grade include rear fog lamp, trunk lamp, headlamps height-adjustable, headlamps automatic lightening, follow me home function, and lighting assistance upon steering. Further, the clamor from owners for it to be more competitive for its multi-media has also been heard and done. The vehicle now sports a nine-inch multi-media with Android-auto and Apple-carplay functions. Leather material on the seats and trimmings all around the interior has also been improved and accented with red stitching for that sportier look.
Motivation comes from the same EURO V-compliant 1.5-liter VVT engine paired either to a CVT or manual gearbox. Power output is 111 hp at 6,000 rpm and 146 N-m of maximum torque between 3,500 to 4,500 rpm. According to JAC Philippines, changes in the gear ratio from 4.056 to 6.65 result in the vehicle being more agile than the previous configuration. As for the suspension setup, the Macpherson independent struts still sprung the front while the Torsion Beam Semi-independent setup remains at the rear. For stopping power and safety, the vehicle still has four-wheel disc brakes. The new JAC S2 will be rolling on 16-inch alloy rims with a new design wrapped with 205/55 series tires.
Safety-wise, the new JAC S2, will continue to have the advantages of the high technology features as an advantage over the competition. These features include Dual Airbags, Driver and Passenger Seatbelt Alarms, ISOFIX Ready, Immobilizer, and Antilock Braking System with Electronic Brake Distribution. As for driver-assist functions, there are Electronic Stability Control, Hydraulic Brake Assist, Brake Override System, and Hill-start Assist Control. Moreover, the new S2 will also provide the convenience of the cruise control system, rear parking sensor and backup camera.
The refreshed S2 starts at an affordable P748,000 price tag for the 1.5 VVT M/T variant. The top-spec 1.5 VVT CVT grade, on the other hand, retails at P798,000. To know more, customers may check JAC Philippines’s social media page or log on to