Jetour is preparing to open pre-sales of its TX electric SUV in China on Nov 16, introducing a purpose-built battery-electric model to its line-up of adventure-oriented vehicles.
Also known as the Huanyouzhe, the TX uses a dedicated rear-wheel-drive EV platform and will be available with either one or two electric motors.
The rear-wheel-drive version produces 200 kW (272 PS), while the dual-motor all-wheel-drive model develops 275 kW (374 PS). Both use a 67.2 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery from Chery’s Rhino range.
Chinese regulatory documents list driving ranges of 510 km and 550 km (440km, WLTP estimate) under the CLTC cycle. The higher figure is associated with the rear-wheel-drive model, while the shorter range is expected to apply to the AWD version.
The TX measures 4,475 mm long, extending to 4,605 mm with an optional storage box mounted on the tailgate. Its wheelbase is 2,735 mm.
Although designed mainly for urban use and light off-roading, the SUV has 200 mm of ground clearance, a claimed 500 mm wading depth and electronic functions including crawl control and tank turn.
Other equipment includes a 15.6-inch touchscreen, Falcon 500 driver assistance, a washable 150-litre front boot and 6.6 kW vehicle-to-load capability.
In Malaysia, Jetour currently sells five SUVs: the Dashing, VT9, T1, T2 and T2 i-DM plug-in hybrid.
The TX has not been confirmed for Malaysia. Chinese pre-sales will take place during Jetour’s Global Travel+ Conference, following its public appearance at the Chengdu motor show in August.
