Jetour Auto Philippines, Inc. (JAPI), the recently appointed exclusive country distributor of Jetour automobiles, recently held a preview of its vehicles ahead of the brand’s official launch on April 13, 2023 at Manila International Auto Show.
Headlined by a futuristic-looking crossover and the country’s most affordable electric vehicle, JAPI will be launching with the following models:
The Jetour Dashing | Photos by Mika Fernandez David
The Dashing crossover is Jetour’s flagship vehicle, featuring advanced technologies and a futuristic design. It is powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged in-line-four gasoline powerplant that is mated to a six-speed dual-clutch transmission that promises 156HP and 230Nm of torque. It will be priced at Php 1,329,000.
The Jetour X70 Sport| Photos by Mika Fernandez David
The Jetour X70 is a seven-seater crossover that will be offered in three variants – the X70 Journey (priced at Php 1,099,000), the X70 Tour (Php 1,259,000), and X70 Sport (Php 1,299,000). Across the three variants, it will come with a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The more premium and slightly longer Jetour X70 Plus will be equipped with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and priced at Php 1.499,000.
The Jetour X79 Plus | Photos by Mika Fernandez David
Jetour is looking to shake up the affordable vehicle segment with the release of the Ice Cream – a three-door, fully electric hatchback. It retails for Php 699,000, making it the most affordable pure-electric vehicle here. The Jetour Ice Cream has a 20kW (27HP) electric motor and range of up to 170 kilometers on a full charge. It will be available in Strawberry, Blueberry, Matcha, and Vanilla “flavors.”
The Jetour Ice Cream | Photos by Mika Fernandez David
Experienced team
The Jetour Auto Philippines management team is headed by a seasoned group of automotive veterans: President Yves Licup from the AutoSpeedyGo, Vice President Michael Goho from The Gateway Group, Managing Director Miguelito Jose, and Marketing Director May De Los Santos. With the team’s extensive experience in the automotive distribution industry, the company is laying the groundwork to make Jetour vehicles and after-sales services available to more people. Eight dealership locations have been initially identified in key points in Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.
“We believe that the collective experience and expertise between these two groups behind Jetour Auto Philippines will be invaluable and instrumental in guaranteeing the success of the brand in the country,” said JAPI Managing Director Miguelito Jose. “We will definitely be leveraging their strength, contacts, and wisdom.”
Confident in the quality of Jetour automobiles, JAPI will sell its vehicles with a six-year general warranty with unlimited mileage, and a 10-year engine warranty. The company is projecting to sell a total of 1,500 units in its first year.
Jetour Auto Philippines, Inc. (JAPI) Managing Director Miguelito Jose shakes hands with Jetour Auto International (JAI) General Manager Jiacai Chen to formalize the entry of the Jetour brand in the country. Also in the photo are (L to R) JAPI Director Vincent Licup; JAPI Vice President Michael Goho; JAI Asia Pacific Director Wang Haifeng; JAI Regional Manager Ye Dawes; and JAI Network Management Director Zhang Peng | Photo by Jetour Press
About Jetour
Established in 2018, Jetour is a Chery Holdings-owned brand based in Wuhu Economic and Technological Development Zone, Anhui, China. Its name, whose two Chinese characters originated from classic Chinese literature and mean “successful career” and “the world returns to the same place which different paths,” also takes it anglicized name from “JET” and “TOUR” – denoting “convenience” and “journey.” Exporting to over 30 countries and with a network of over 300 sales and after-sales facilities, Jetour has already sold more than 550,000 vehicles worldwide.
Check out the Jetour display at the 2023 Manila International Auto Show from April 13 to 16, 2023, at the Word Trade Center, Pasay City.