A next-generation Yutong TC9 rear-engined midicoach will debut in the UK during Q1 2026, dealership Pelican Bus and Coach has revealed.
The new model will incorporate overhauled exterior styling and what Pelican UK Coach and Truck Sales Manager Simon Collins says is an entirely new interior, including overhead racks. Within that is seating styled like the type used in the full-size Yutong GT12 coach to give what the dealer adds is “enhanced comfort and class.”
In the cab, an ergonomic dashboard has been completely redesigned to give a commanding view of the road and “a rewarding driving experience” that combines modern styling with intuitive functionality.
On the exterior, the next-generation Yutong TC9 retains an obvious link with the established model but includes obvious styling updates. It is slightly longer than the existing TC9 and will offer an improved underfloor luggage capacity of 5.6 cubic metres.
Passenger capacities will remain as at present, at 37 in a straight seated configuration or 34 with a rear floor-level toilet. Power will continue to come from the Cummins B6.7 engine coupled to a ZF EcoLife automatic gearbox.
On accessibility, all examples built for stock will arrive in the UK ready for both PSVAR and the PSV Accessible Information Regulations, with fitment of necessary equipment to achieve full compliance to be undertaken here before delivery. Vehicles built to customer order can be specified without any preparation for PSVAR.
Mr Collins notes how the TC9 has been highly successful since its introduction over a decade ago and that Pelican expects such a position to be leveraged by the updated variant. The first prototype is currently in development by Yutong in China.
“We are keenly awaiting its arrival,” he adds. “The TC9 is already the UK’s leading midicoach. This new generation keeps everything operators trust while adding more comfort, style and practicality.”
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