By Max Lodewyk
Jetour, a subsidiary of China’s Chery Holding Group, has been making significant strides in the global automotive market since its inception in 2018.
The brand specialises in producing crossover and SUVs and has expanded its presence to various regions, including the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Latin America and Africa.
The brand has garnered significant recognition in neighbouring South Africa with young buyers seeking affordable luxury.
In line with its global expansion strategy, Jetour through Jetour Novel has entered the Namibian market, offering a range of vehicles designed to meet the modern needs of local consumers.
The models available locally include:
The Jetour X70: Comes in 2 trims namely the Momentum and Deluxe. The X70 is a spacious offering fitted with 7 seats and features a 1.5L turbocharged engine that delivers a 115 KW of power and 230 NM of torque and its paired with either a 6-speed dual clutch transmission.
The entry level Momentum trim , amongst a whole host of features, comes with 19-inch alloy wheels, keyless entry rear parking sensors, a reverse camera, faux-leather with Mercedes Benz inspired seat adjustments, a 10.25 inch digital instrument cluster, wireless phone charging, an electrically operated tailgate and ambient lighting.
The Deluxe variant is further fitted with a 360 degree camera, a panoramic glass sunroof, rain sensing wipers, 6 speakers and 6 airbags whereas the Momentum is only fitted with 4.
The X70 comes with all the basic standard safety features buyers expect from a modern vehicle including ABS and EBD, hill hold control and hill descent control, tyre pressure monitoring and buying the Deluxe means you get driver assistance aids such as blind spot monitoring, lane changing assist and rear cross traffic alert.
The X70 Plus range is priced at from N$454,000.
The Jetour Dashing: While the X70 appeals to families, the Dashing is a more stylish offering for the seeking to turn heads. The Dashing adopts the same trim levels as the X70 and employs the same engine and transmission as well, so the power figures are exactly the same.
The Detour Dashing Momentum also comes with 19-inch alloy wheels, keyless entry rear parking sensors, a reverse camera, faux-leathering, electrical adjustable driver’s seat, a 10.25 inch digital instrument cluster, wireless phone charging, an electrically operated tailgate and ambient lighting.
The Deluxe is fitted with 8 colour interior ambient lighting, a 360 degree camera, a panoramic glass sunroof, rain sensing wipers, 6 speakers and 6 airbags.
The Dashing comes with the same level of safety features as those fitted on the X70 and its starting price comes in at N$440,000.
As standard the X70 and Dashing come with a 5 year/60 000 km service plan, a 5 year/150 000 km warranty and an impresive10 year/1 million km warranty on the engine.
As with all Chinese vehicles, the concerns raised include parts availability, reliability, resell value and whether the tech filled interiors will last for a long time, however one thing we cannot deny is the value for money aspect and only time will tell as it relates to the long-term reliability.
*Max Lodewyk is a motoring enthusiast.
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