KATHMANDU: Laxmi Motorhub, the official distributor of Jetour in Nepal, has opened pre-bookings for the Jetour T1 plug-in hybrid SUV. The model is priced at Rs 14.296 million.
The SUV combines a petrol engine with an electric motor. It is designed for urban driving, long-distance travel and light off-road use. Its boxy exterior, driver-assistance systems and premium cabin are among its key features.
The T1 has also received recognition for its design, winning the German Red Dot Design Award, according to the company.
Plug-in hybrid powertrain
The Jetour T1 i-DM uses a 1.5-liter turbocharged petrol engine and an electric motor. The official global specification lists the motor at 150 kW and 310 Nm of torque. The petrol engine produces 99 kW and 200 Nm.
The global model comes with a 26.7 kWh LFP battery and a dedicated hybrid transmission. The plug-in hybrid system allows electric driving for shorter journeys, while the petrol engine supports longer trips.
Designed for different road conditions
The SUV measures 4,705 mm in length, 1,967 mm in width and 1,843 mm in height. It has a 2,800 mm wheelbase and 190 mm of ground clearance.
The T1 features 28-degree approach and departure angles. Jetour also claims it can cross water up to 600 mm deep. Its suspension setup includes MacPherson struts at the front and a multi-link independent system at the rear.
The vehicle also has battery protection guards and an aluminum underbody guard.
Safety and technology
Safety features include advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), lane-keeping assistance, adaptive cruise control, driver attention warning and high-beam assistance.
Other systems include anti-lock braking, electronic stability control, hill-start assist and hill-descent control. Front and rear parking sensors and a 540-degree panoramic camera are also available.
Inside, the cabin features a 15.6-inch touchscreen and a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster. It runs Jetour’s TOUR OS 2.0 system, powered by a Snapdragon 8155 chip. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charging and a nine-speaker sound system are among the other features.
The SUV also offers dual-zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof and ventilated front seats.
