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Make way for the Jetour T1 Lightning i-DM, a testament to advanced engineering, that was officially launched in a grand celebration last week at The Cove Manila in Okada Manila in Paranaque City.
The president of the Jetour Auto International Ke Chuandeng, planed in from China to grace the blue-ribbon event that was also led by Jetour Auto Philippines chairman Rommel Sytinand Jetour Auto Philippines managing director Miguelito Jose.
The sophisticated hybrid powertrain of the all-new Jetour T1 Lightning i-DM combines a 1.5-liter gasoline engine generating 140 hp and 215 Nm of torque with a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Electric Motor that adds 150kw of power and 310 Nm of torque, all managed by a DHT Hybrid-Dedicated Gearbox. This powerhouse is built on an Ultra-Safe Cage Body Structure with Integrated Laser Tailoring for maximum occupant protection.
For the interior, the T1 Lightning i-DM is a sanctuary of comfort and technology. It features a 10.25-inch Digital Instrument Panel and a 15.6-inch Centre Control LCD Screen. Passengers are protected from the elements by 9-Layer Sun Protection Glass and 5-Layer Soundproof Glass. Unique features like Adaptive Ventilation, which adjusts based on body weight, and a 24-hour parked air conditioning function redefine in-car comfort. The vehicle’s 26.7 kWh battery supports fast DC charging, reaching 30% to 80% capacity in just 30 minutes.
The newest SUV in town is boasting a comprehensive suite of active and passive safety features. This includes a full array of airbags, ISOFIX anchors, and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) such as Corner Brake Control (CBC), Traction Control, Hill Assist, and Stability Control. The suite is further enhanced with Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Front Collision Warning (FCW) with Active Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), and a 540° Panoramic Image system for complete situational awareness
“The JETOUR T1 Lightning i-DM represents more than just advanced technology — it represents our respect for local heritage and our dedication to shaping a sustainable future,” Rommel Sytin said.
One can get it at a limited-time introductory offer of P1,798,000, before it reverts to its standard retail price of P1,898,000. Prices are subject to change without prior notice. It comes in five distinct body colors — Night Black, Sand Gold, Electroplated Green, Silver Snow, and Khaki White.
The program paid homage to local culture with a captivating Kulintang performance, followed by modern Filipino dances that captured the event’s core message: a harmonious meeting of the country’s rich cultural roots and Jetour’s vision of the future. The highlight of the evening was the formal presentation of the JETOUR T1 Lightning i-DM by Miguelito Jose, who detailed the vehicle’s groundbreaking features.“Bringing this vehicle to the Philippines is both a celebration and a promise — a celebration of how far we’ve come, and a promise of where Jetour is headed with the Filipino people,” Miguelito Jose said.