Jetour T2 vs. the competition

The Jetour T2 has emerged as one of the most popular nameplates in the Chinese marque’s local lineup. 

To put it into perspective, the T2 has managed to contribute 32.01 percent of the marque’s overall output in 2024. Such a feat in sales further highlights how the T2 has managed to establish a strong desirability in the local market - an incredible accomplishment considering that it was unveiled only recently, in March 2024. 

Much of the Jetour T2’s strength in terms of sales can be attributed to its wealth of features. However, it still has to face a good number of rivals in the Philippine setting. So, what are the alternatives to the T2? Let’s find out here after a short overview of what the Jetour nameplate has to offer. 

Jetour T2

Style-wise, the T2 is packaged as a striking-looking vehicle with angular proportions. Up front, the Jetour off-road-capable ride was fitted with a chunky front bumper, which is accentuated by a pair of large LED headlamp clusters and an expansive flat-topped bonnet. 

From the side, the vehicle has chunky fender flares and angular character lines. Its rear end, meanwhile, has pronounced haunches, a square-shaped tailgate-mounted spare tire carrier, and a beefy rear bumper. 

The T2's notable exterior components include roof rails, step boards, a power tailgate, and 20-inch wheels. It also boasts a ground clearance of 180 millimeters (mm), an approach angle of 28 degrees, and a departure angle of 30 degrees. 

Here is a table showcasing the dimensions of the Jetour T2:

Model	Jetour T2
Length (in mm)	4,785
Width (in mm)	2,006
Height (in mm)	1,880
Wheelbase length (in mm)	2,800

For its interior, the T2 boasts a roomy five-seater arrangement with seats clad in suede and leather and air-conditioning provided by an automatic climate control system. Additionally, the driver has access to power-adjustable seats, a push-to-start button, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, an electronic parking brake, a drive mode selector, a 10.25-inch digital gauge, and plenty of cup holders. 

On-board entertainment, meanwhile, is handled by a 15.6-inch infotainment system with Bluetooth and Apple CarPlay. Sound, on the other hand, is outputted by a 12-piece Sony speaker system. 

Other notable interior equipment available for the T2 includes, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Voice command
• Type C USB ports
• Wireless smartphone charging pad
• Active noise reduction
• Trunk storage box
• Keyless entry

Like most modern sports utility vehicles (SUV), the T2 comes with a comprehensive safety kit. It also has a suite of advanced driver-assist systems, which includes forward collision warning, rear collision warning, traffic jam assist, adaptive cruise control, blind spot detection, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, and advanced emergency braking - among others. 

Propelling the Jetour T2 is a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. The said mill is paired with a seven-speed wet-type dual-clutch (DCT) gearbox, and it can produce up to 251 horsepower (hp) and 390 Newton-meters (Nm) of torque. 

Unlike most pick-up truck-based SUVs, which use a ladder frame chassis, the T2 rides on a unibody frame. Nevertheless, it has a four-wheel-drive system and a center and rear limited-slip differential (LSD). 

Here are the specifications of the Jetour T2, specifically the Terrain trim: 

Model	Jetour T2 Terrain
Exterior
Dimensions (L x W x H, in mm)	4,785x2,006x1,880
Wheelbase	2,800
Ground clearance	220
Wheel size	20-inch
Lighting system	LED
Interior
Material	Leather
Amenities	Rain-sensing wipers Drive mode selector Push-to-start button Power-adjustable front seats Heated and Ventilated front seats Dual-zone automatic air-conditioning USB ports 12-piece speaker system Locking differentials Electronic parking brake Wireless smartphone charging Active noise reduction Ambient lighting
Instrument cluster	10.25-inch digital gauge cluster
Infotainment system	15.6-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay
Seating Capacity	5
Powertrain
Engine	2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4
Fuel type	Gasoline
Transmission	Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic
Horsepower	251
Torque	390 Nm
Brakes	Front and rear discs
Technologies
ADAS	Blind-spot detection system Advanced emergency braking Lane-keeping assist Lane departure warning Forward collision warning Rear collision warning Traffic jam assist Adaptive cruise control
Safety	Anti-lock braking Stability control Traction control ISOFIX Anti-rollover system Wading sensor 360-degree view camera Tire pressure monitoring  Dual front airbags Side airbags
Security	Car alarm Engine immobilizer
Price	P2.598 million

GWM Tank 300

One key rival of the Jetour T2 is the GWM Tank 300. Sure, the aforementioned is a ladder-frame SUV, but it fits in the same five-seater niche as the T2. 

When it comes to styling, the Tank 300 wears a retro-style body that clearly showcases its off-road-capable characteristics. It wears large and broad wheel arches, sizable front and rear bumpers, a bulgy hood, and a sizable front grille. 

Some of the notable exterior equipment of the Tank 300 includes the following: 

• LED headlamps
• LED taillights
• LED daytime running lamps
• Fog lamps
• Automatic headlamp functionality
• Roof rails
• Underbody protection
• Rain-sensing wipers
• 17-inch wheels

As mentioned above, the GWM model has a five-seater layout. Up front, it has a logically arranged dashboard with a flat, utilitarian design. Otherwise, it has many premium features, such as leather upholstery and soft-touch surfaces. 

The Tank 300’s list of note-worthy interior features includes a dual-zone automatic climate control system, a 60:40 split-folding rear seat, and several USB charging ports. Its driver, on the other hand, is provided with an electronic parking brake, a tilt and telescopic steering wheel, auto-dimming rearview mirror, power-adjust front seats (driver and front passenger), a drive mode selector, and a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. 

The Tank 300’s dash features a 12.3-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The screen is paired with a nine-piece Infinity sound speaker system, and users can also access a wireless smartphone charger. 

Its basic safety kit, on the other hand, consists of six airbags, front and rear parking sensors, ISOFIX child seat anchors, hill-start assist, hill-descent control, a 360-degree-view camera, stability control, and traction control. 

The aforementioned are reinforced by several ADAS bits, including the following: 

• Adaptive cruise control
• Roll movement intervention
• Secondary collision mitigation system
• Traffic sign recognition system
• Lane-keep assist

Propelling the GWM Tank 300 is a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine good for 217 hp and 380 Nm of torque. It also uses an eight-speed automatic transmission, front and rear locking differentials, a 4x4 drive train, and the Chinese car brand’s tank turn assist feature. 

For reference, here is a table listing the specifications of the Philippine-spec GWM Tank 300: 

Model	GWM Tank 300
Exterior
Dimensions (L x W x H, in mm)	4,760x1,930x1,903
Wheelbase	2,750
Ground clearance	224
Wheel size	17-inch
Lighting system	LED
Interior
Material	Nappa leather
Amenities	Auto-dimming rearview mirror Rain-sensing wipers Electronic parking brake Push-to-start button Power-adjustable driver’s seat Multi-function microfiber-wrapped steering wheel Paddle shifters Dual-zone automatic air-conditioning USB ports Wireless smartphone charging pad Nine-piece Infinity speaker system Locking differentials
Instrument cluster	12.3-inch digital gauge cluster
Infotainment system	12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Seating Capacity	5
Powertrain
Engine	2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4
Fuel type	Gasoline
Transmission	Eight-speed automatic
Horsepower	217
Torque	380 Nm
Brakes	Front and rear discs
Technologies
ADAS	Adaptive cruise control Roll movement intervention Secondary collision mitigation Traffic sign recognition system Lane keep assist
Safety	Six airbags Anti-lock braking Front and rear parking sensors ISOFIX child seat anchors Stability control Traction control Hill-start assist Hill-descent control 360-degree view camera
Security	Car alarm Engine immobilizer
Price	P2.678 million

 

BAIC B40 Ragnar

Yet another five-seater competitor of the Jetour T2 is the BAIC B40 Ragnar. Granted, it is a tougher ride with its ladder-frame chassis, but it largely carries the same amount of features and creature comforts. 

On the outside, the BAIC (Beijing Automotive Industry Corporation) nameplate comes with a boxy design complemented by the following features:

• Automatic LED headlamps
• LED daytime running lamps
• LED taillights
• Rain-sensing wipers
• Underbody protection
• 17-inch wheels
• Rear-mounted full-size spare wheel

Inside, the B40 Ragnar perfectly combines cushy, premium adornments with a robust, utilitarian design. Like the other models on this list, it comes standard with leather upholstery and soft-touch surfaces. 

Notable details inside the B40 Ragnar include a dual-zone automatic climate control system, a 60:40 split-folding second row, ambient lighting, and a 220-volt charging port. 

Onboard entertainment for the BAIC SUV is handled by a 10-inch infotainment display. It has smartphone mirroring, Bluetooth, and USB connectivity. The vehicle also comes with a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and a six-piece speaker system. 

Safety for the BAIC B40 Ragnar is handled by anti-lock braking, hill-start assist, roll movement intervention, tire pressure monitoring, ISOFIX, hill-descent control, and stability control - among others. The model doesn’t have an ADAS kit, but it does have a cruise control system. Additionally, the occupants of the BAIC-made vehicle are protected by a roll cage. 

Under the hood of the B40 Ragnar is a 2.0-liter inline-4 turbodiesel engine. At maximum, the said engine can churn out 161 hp and 380 Nm of torque. Power is sent to all four of its wheels via an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission. 

Supporting the BAIC’s off-road cred is a part-time all-wheel-drive system and locking differentials (front and rear). 

Here is a table listing the specifications of the BAIC B40 Ragnar: 

Model	BAIC B40 Ragnar
Exterior
Dimensions (L x W x H, in mm)	4,630x1,925x1,871
Wheelbase	2,745
Ground clearance	210
Wheel size	17-inch
Lighting system	LED
Interior
Material	Leather
Amenities	Rain-sensing wipers Drive mode selector Push-to-start button Power-adjustable driver’s seat Dual-zone automatic air-conditioning USB ports Six-piece speaker system Locking differentials Electronic parking brake
Instrument cluster	12.3-inch digital gauge cluster
Infotainment system	10-inch touchscreen with smartphone mirroring
Seating Capacity	5
Powertrain
Engine	2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4
Fuel type	Diesel
Transmission	Eight-speed automatic
Horsepower	161
Torque	380 Nm
Brakes	Front and rear discs
Technologies
Safety	Dual front airbags Anti-lock braking Front and rear parking sensors ISOFIX child seat anchors Stability control Traction control Hill-start assist Hill-descent control Rear-view parking camera Tire pressure monitoring
Security	Car alarm Engine immobilizer
Price	P2.368 million

Final thoughts

There you have it, folks, the two closest rivals of the Jetour T2. Offered at nearly identical price points, all are off-road capable while still capable of providing a cushy ride on paved roads. 

Each model, of course, will have its unique strengths and weaknesses. So, for serious buyers currently in the market for a five-seater off-roader, it would be a good idea to give each ride a test drive. Doing so, after all, will help you find which SUV is genuinely fit for you. 

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