At the Shanghai Hongqiao Hotel, another electric SUV known as the X20e made an appearance next to a segment B electric SUV.
The design of the X20e certainly reminds us of the smart brand’s EV, the #1, particularly in the front and rear light designs; most notably, the finishing on both C-pillars stands out.
Interestingly, the showcased X20e is a right-hand drive (RHD) version.
Does this mean that Jetour is ready to market this model for right-hand drive countries?
Since the X20e is a very new model, there are no specifications available to report at this time, and it is not listed on any official Jetour websites.
However, based on the exhibited model, the X20e is equipped with 15-inch alloy wheels, a pastel green color, hidden door handles, and a floating roof design inspired by the smart #1.
Inside, the cabin features two separate display screens for the driver and the center console, physical control buttons for the air conditioning system, a three-tone dashboard finish, and relatively comfortable fabric-wrapped seats.
With very few small EVs currently available in the Malaysian market, could the X20e be a suitable candidate for urban driving?
In addition to family SUVs like the Dashing and VT9, Jetour has also showcased a B-segment electric SUV with a name that is quite similar to another popular B-segment SUV in Malaysia.
However, according to information from Jetour Malaysia, this SUV will be known by a new name—similar to the approach used for the VT9 model.
This electric SUV has already appeared in the Indonesian market a few months ago.
According to specifications, it is powered by a single electric motor producing 164 hp and 280 Nm of torque, paired with a 53.6 kWh battery pack, providing a driving range of 401 km.
In terms of dimensions, this SUV measures 4,100 mm in length, 1,831 mm in width, and 1,653 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,705 mm.
Key exterior features of this electric SUV include a charging port at the front, 18-inch rims, and front and rear LED lights.
This right-hand drive EV also comes equipped with interior features such as a digital cluster screen, a 10.25-inch infotainment screen, support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, leather-wrapped seats, a 360-degree camera, a sunroof, and a cargo space of 368 liters.
As teased during the launch of the Dashing recently, this electric SUV is also expected to enter the Malaysian market in the near future, likely under a new name rather than the official name currently in use.
Will this Jetour electric SUV become the best alternative to other SUVs such as the BYD Atto 3, Chery Omoda E5, Honda e:N1, and smart #1?
Following the launch of the Dashing model, Jetour Malaysia has confirmed that another seven-seater family SUV will soon be arriving in Malaysia.
Unlike the name used in international markets, this three-row SUV will be known as the Jetour VT9, as indicated in a post on Instagram.
The Jetour VT9 was first showcased at the 2024 Malaysia Autoshow.
Recently, Jetour displayed the right-hand drive (RHD) version of the VT9 at the Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao hotel, coinciding with the Jetour Together For Future conference and 2025 Auto Shanghai.
The VT9 is fundamentally a D-segment SUV with dimensions of 4,724 mm in length, 1,900 mm in width, and 1,720 mm in height, along with a wheelbase of 2,720 mm.
In Malaysia, it will compete with models such as the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro and the Proton X90.
In terms of power, the VT9 features the same 1.5-liter turbo engine used in the Dashing model, paired with a six-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT).
Based on the displayed RHD model, the VT9’s cabin layout closely resembles that of the Dashing, featuring amenities such as a dual 10.25-inch display, a steering wheel, push-button start styled like Mercedes, a wireless device charger, and a Jetour gear knob.
The most noticeable difference between the two models is the design of the door panels and the finishing on the front seats.
Further specifications and pricing details will only be revealed ahead of the official launch set to take place at the 2025 Malaysia Autoshow next month.
During the launch of the Jetour Dashing in early April, Jetour Malaysia also revealed plans to introduce a lineup of crossover and off-road SUV models to the local market.
One of the off-road SUVs confirmed for entry into Malaysia is the Jetour T2, also known as the Traveller in the Chinese market.
The Jetour T2 is a mid-size SUV built on the Kunlun unibody platform and features design elements inspired by the popular Land Rover Defender.
It measures 4,785 mm in length, 2,036 mm in width, 1,960 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,800 mm.
The Jetour T2 offers a 28-degree approach angle, a 30-degree departure angle, and a ground clearance of 220 mm, aided by MacPherson strut suspension at the front and a multi-link setup at the rear.
Similar to the Dashing, the design of the T2 was created by former Porsche designer Hakan Saracoglu.
In terms of power, the Jetour T2 is available with a choice of a 1.5-liter turbo engine (181 hp/290 Nm) paired with a seven-speed DCT transmission.
There is also a 2.0-liter turbo engine option (251 hp/390 Nm) that can be matched with either a seven-speed DCT or an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version of the T2 is powered by a 1.5-liter turbo engine combined with two electric motors and a three-speed DHT transmission, producing a total output of 375 hp and 610 Nm.
With a 26.7 kWh battery pack, the T2 PHEV (or T2 i-DM) can achieve an electric-only driving range of 139 km, with a total range of up to 1,000 km.
Currently, Jetour Malaysia has yet to announce the specifications for the T2 that will be launched later.
At the Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao, Jetour showcased the right-hand drive (RHD) version of the T2, which is reportedly still in the prototype stage.
In addition to the right-hand steering position, the Jetour T2 RHD is equipped with a 10.25-inch digital cluster screen, a 15.6-inch central display, a panoramic glass roof, and leather-wrapped seating.
On the center console, there is a rotary dial for selecting driving modes (economy, standard, sports, snow, mud, sand, rock, and adaptive X), as well as a relatively large gear shifter.
Along with a cargo space of 580 liters, the Jetour T2 also provides an external storage box mounted on the tailgate door.
Aligning with its nature as an off-road SUV, Jetour offers a variety of accessories that can be installed, including roof racks, storage boxes on the C/D pillars, foldable ladders, and more.
Advanced safety features included are front collision warning (FCW), lane departure warning (LDW), blind spot monitoring (BSD), door opening warning (DOW), rear cross-traffic alert (RCTA), autonomous emergency braking (AEB), lane-keeping assistance (LKA), and adaptive cruise control (ACC).
One question remains: What price will Jetour Malaysia set for the T2 SUV?
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