Lead: The JAC Sunray Pro is a born‑electric panel van on a skateboard platform aimed at Europe’s urban delivery market. Revealed at IAA Transportation 2026, it promises multiple lengths, a CATL battery, DC fast charging and practical van features — but German and Austrian prices, formal homologation figures and order‑start dates are still partly pending.
Key facts at a glance
- Status: revealed (European premiere at IAA Transportation 2026)
- World/European premiere: IAA Transportation (Hannover), press day 14 Sept 2026 (exhibited 15–20 Sept 2026)
- Market launch: Germany planned early 2027 (homologation and German/Austrian specs pending)
- Price: not yet announced for Germany or Austria
- Powertrain: battery‑electric (BEV) with reported motor outputs ~75–150 kW
- Battery & range: reported CATL battery ~83.66 kWh; reported WLTP combined range ~348 km
- Practicals: reported cargo volume 8.3 m³ (exhibited spec) up to 11.25 m³ depending on variant; low loading sill ~495 mm
Versions & key technical figures
| Version / Note | Drivetrain | Motor power (reported) | Battery (reported) | Range (reported WLTP) | Charging / features (reported) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunray Pro (exhibited European specification) | Battery‑electric (BEV) | Reported range 75–150 kW depending on variant | CATL battery; reported capacity ~83.66 kWh | Reported WLTP combined ~348 km | DC fast‑charge 10%→80% in ~30–34 min (reported); ePTO / V2L supported |
Design and interior
The Sunray Pro is built on a skateboard battery platform allowing several body lengths and layouts (panel van, chassis). JAC highlights a low loading sill (reported ~495 mm) and a large rear opening with 270° rear doors for urban delivery. Interior kit reported for Europe includes a 10.4‑inch central touchscreen, a 7‑inch instrument display, 360° camera and tyre‑pressure monitoring.
Technology and drive
JAC positions the Sunray Pro as a purpose‑built electric LCV with a CATL battery (reported ~83.66 kWh), fast‑charging capability and climate‑optimised battery thermal management (liquid cooling/heating and heat pump). Manufacturer materials report motor options roughly between 75 and 150 kW, a WLTP combined range around 348 km for the presented specification, DC fast‑charge times of approximately 30–34 minutes (10%→80%) and support for ePTO and V2L functions.
Prices and market launch (Germany & Austria)
JAC staged the Sunray Pro’s European premiere at IAA Transportation 2026 and says the model will be part of the brand’s initial European rollout. Distributor and dealer communications state a German market launch and dealer availability planned for early 2027, but official German and Austrian prices, final homologation figures and order‑start dates have not yet been published.
Competitors
In Germany and Austria the Sunray Pro will compete with established and new electric light commercial vehicles in the 3.5‑tonne class — examples cited in European trade coverage include electric vans from the Stellantis group (Peugeot/Opel/Vauxhall electrified vans), Ford E‑Transit, Mercedes‑Benz electric vans and growing Chinese/Asian entrants such as Maxus and models like the Kia PV7. Buyers and dealers in Germany and Austria will therefore focus on total cost of ownership, real‑world range, payload and upfit/coachbuilder compatibility; importers and dealers must secure homologation, parts and servicing networks, financing and upfitter integration to be competitive.
Frequently asked questions
When does the JAC Sunray Pro come out?
JAC exhibited the Sunray Pro at IAA Transportation 2026 and the dealer/distributor materials state a German market launch planned for early 2027; exact order‑start dates for Germany and Austria are not yet announced.
How much does the JAC Sunray Pro cost?
German and Austrian prices have not yet been published by the manufacturer or distributor.
What range does the JAC Sunray Pro have?
Manufacturer reporting for the presented specification cites a WLTP combined range of about 348 km; final WLTP/homologation figures for Germany/Austria are pending.
What battery and charging speeds does it have?
JAC reports a CATL battery of roughly 83.66 kWh and DC fast‑charging capability with reported 10%→80% times around 30–34 minutes; manufacturer communications also mention thermal management and a heat pump.
What cargo volume and sizes are available?
Cargo volume is reported at 8.3 m³ for the exhibited European specification, with other JAC sources citing up to 11.25 m³ depending on variant; overall lengths reported in media vary (approx. 5,000–5,400 mm) and final German/Austrian series dimensions are pending homologation.
Does the Sunray Pro support ePTO or V2L?
Yes — manufacturer reporting mentions ePTO capability (briefings reported ePTO power around 15 kW in some notes) and V2L functions.
Who are its main competitors in Germany and Austria?
Competitors include established European electric LCVs (examples noted in trade press: Stellantis group electric vans, Ford E‑Transit, Mercedes‑Benz electric vans) and other entrants such as Maxus and the upcoming Kia PV7; buyers will compare TCO, payload, range and upfitter support.
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Status: 2026-11-05. This page is updated as soon as the manufacturer publishes new information.
