Jetour T2 Chinese Defender

Jetour T2: Chinese "Defender" that surprised, but not without nuances.

Jetour T2 is a crossover inspired by the design of the Land Rover Defender, quickly attracted the attention of Russian car enthusiasts. It looks impressive, under the hood is a 2.0 turbo (245 hp), all-wheel drive and a choice of transmissions: "robot" or automatic. But what do the owners say? The editors of the Quto portal collected reviews from owners.
The Jetour T2 is a bold entry into the off‑road SUV segment—offering rugged styling, modern tech, and strong value, especially with its hybrid variant and long warranty. However, it's still new territory: long-term reliability, after‑sales support, and real-world performance (heat resistance, noise insulation) require careful consideration.
The most frequently talked about advantages:
Excellent dynamics and controllability
Off-road qualities are at their best
Spacious interior and good sound insulation
Rich equipment, including 15 cameras, adaptive cruise control and seat ventilation

Disadvantages that are repeated:
Small trunk - the main reproach
Cheap finishing materials (according to some owners)
Some shortcomings with the suspension and electronics

Jetour J2 Overview & Design

Manufacturer:Jetour (a Chery Holding brand), production started in Sept 2023
Designer: Led by Hakan Saracoglu, former Porsche designer
Construction: Unibody (monocoque) built on Jetour's Kunlun architecture
Exterior: Boxy, squared-off styling, beefy bumpers, roof rails, and a spare-wheel rear—strong Defender vibe
Dimensions:

Length: 4,785 mm
Width: 2,006 mm
Height: \~1,880 mm
Wheelbase: 2,800 mm

Jetour J2 Power & Performance

Petrol Variant (Main)
Engine: 2.0 L turbo‑4 (SQRF4J20)
Output: \~252–254 hp & 390 Nm torque
Transmission: 7‑speed DCT (dual‑clutch)
Drivetrain: BorgWarner XWD AWD with multiple modes (Eco, Sport, Mud, Rock, Snow, Sand, Auto/X‑Smart)
Performance: 0–100 km/h in \~8.7 s; top speed \~180 km/h
Off-road specs:

Ground clearance: \~220 mm
Approach angle: \~28–39°
Departure: \~30°
Wading depth: \~700 mm

Jetour J2 Plug-in Hybrid

Combines 1.5 L turbo petrol + dual electric motors
Combined output: \~375 hp & 610 Nm torque
Battery options: 26.7 kWh (\~100 km WLTP) or 43.2 kWh (\~161 km WLTP)
Transmission: 3‑speed DHT
Total driving range: \~1,000 km+

Jetour J2 Interior & Tech

Cabin layout: Rugged + modern; leatherette seating, ambient lighting
Screens: 10.25″ digital cluster + 15.6″ touchscreen running Snapdragon 8155 SoC
Audio: Premium 12‑speaker Sony system
Comfort: Dual-zone climate, ventilated/heated/power front seats, panoramic sunroof, wireless charging
ADAS: Level‑2 autonomy – adaptive cruise, lane assist, AEB, blind spot & surround‑view cameras, 10+ airbags

Jetour J2 Safety & Warranty

Safety gear includes ISOFIX, TPMS, ABS, EBD, ESC
Warranty: Typically 10‑year / 1 million km; plus 3‑year/40,000 km service in some markets (e.g. UAE)

Jetour J2 Market & Pricing

Launched in UAE around AED 146,000 (\~US 40 000)
Rolling out to Gulf regions, South Africa, Italy (as ICH‑X K3)

Jetour J2 Pros & Cons

| Pros                                   | Cons                                   |
| -------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------- |
| Feature-rich cabin, ADAS, Sony audio   | Long-term reliability unproven         |
| Rugged, off-road‑ready design          | Potential overheating and cabin noise  |
| Excellent warranty & value             | Spare parts and resale uncertain       |
| Hybrid version offers impressive range | Software/UI may feel less refined      |