Car Buyer's Guide

Jetour T2 XWD vs i-DM PHEV

Jetour T2 XWD

Jetour T2 XWD

Jetour T2 i-DM PHEV

Jetour T2 i-DM PHEV

Verdict

The RM6,000 step from the RM156,800 Jetour T2 XWD to the RM162,800 Jetour T2 i-DM PHEV changes the brief rather than merely adding trim. The XWD brings all-wheel drive and a 241 hp, 375 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine, while the PHEV trades that for front-wheel drive, an 18.4 kWh battery and a quoted 100 km EV range. Its RM120 annual road tax versus RM439 also matters. Choose the XWD for driven-wheel traction; choose the i-DM if you can charge regularly and want the lower running tax plus extra driver-assistance kit.

XWD

Pick the Jetour T2 XWD if all-wheel drive and the 241 hp, 375 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine matter more than plug-in charging.

i-DM PHEV

Pick the Jetour T2 i-DM PHEV if you can use its quoted 100 km EV range and want RM120 annual road tax, extra safety functions and an electric tailgate.

Key differences

  • Price: Jetour T2 XWD RM156,800 | Jetour T2 i-DM PHEV RM162,800
  • Annual road tax: Jetour T2 XWD RM439 | Jetour T2 i-DM PHEV RM120
  • Driveline: Jetour T2 XWD all-wheel drive | Jetour T2 i-DM PHEV front-wheel drive
  • Petrol engine: Jetour T2 XWD 1,998 cc, 241 hp and 375 Nm | Jetour T2 i-DM PHEV 1,499 cc, 134 hp and 220 Nm
  • Kerb weight: Jetour T2 XWD 1,880 kg | Jetour T2 i-DM PHEV 2,045 kg
  • Wheels and tyres: Jetour T2 XWD 19-inch alloys with 255/60R19 tyres | Jetour T2 i-DM PHEV 20-inch Trailblazer alloys with 255/55R20 tyres

XWD

  • All-wheel drive
  • 241 hp and 375 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine
  • RM6,000 lower purchase price
  • RM439 annual road tax, versus RM120 for the i-DM PHEV
  • No 18.4 kWh battery or quoted 100 km EV range
  • Manual tailgate instead of the i-DM PHEV's electric suction tailgate

i-DM PHEV

  • 18.4 kWh battery with a quoted 100 km EV range
  • RM120 annual road tax
  • Adds Traffic Jam Assist, rear cross-traffic brake and door opening warning
  • Front-wheel drive rather than the XWD's all-wheel drive
  • 165 kg heavier at 2,045 kg
  • Costs RM6,000 more
Price & overview
PriceRM156,800✓RM162,800
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentC-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCKDCKD
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM439RM120✓
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing16-valve TGDI Dedicated Hybrid Engine
Capacity1,998 cc1,499 cc
Horsepower241 hp at 5,500 rpm✓134 hp at 5,200 rpm
Torque375 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓220 Nm at 2,500 rpm
Cylinder ArrangementInline 4Inline 4
FuelPetrolPetrol Plug-in Hybrid
Compression Ratio9.5—
Number of Motors—1
Motor Horsepower—221 hp
Motor Torque—390 Nm
Battery Capacity—18.4 kWh
EV Range—100 km
Charging Rate (AC)—6.6 kW
Charging Rate (DC)—57 kW
V2L—3.3 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionDual-clutch Automatic (Wet)Single Ratio Automatic
Transmission Name—3-speed DHT
Gears—3
DrivelineAll Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Dimensions
Length4,785 mm4,785 mm
Width2,006 mm2,006 mm
Height1,880 mm1,875 mm
Wheelbase2,800 mm2,800 mm
Weight1,880 kg2,045 kg
Fuel Tank70 litres70 litres
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space580 litres580 litres
Front Tyre255/60R19255/55R20
Rear Tyre255/60R19255/55R20
Spare TyreSpace SaverSpace Saver
Factory TyresGiti 4x4 AT71—
Chassis
AssemblyMalaysia (CKD)Malaysia (CKD)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutsMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels19" Alloys20" Trailblazer Alloys
Rear Wheels19" Alloys20" Trailblazer Alloys
SteeringRack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Electric Power Steering
Safety
Airbags6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain)6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags)
ABS/EBD✓✓
Stability Control✓✓
Immobilizer✓✓
Child Safety LockManual for Rear DoorsManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System✓✓
ISOFIXAvailable for Outer Two Rear SeatsAvailable for Outer Two Rear Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning✓✓
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Safety Notes—Traffic Jam Assist, Emergency Lane Keeping, Front and Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Brake, Door Opening Warning, Blind Spot Detection
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorLED, Auto with DRL
TaillampsFull LEDFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights✓✓
Front Foglamps✓✓
Rear Foglamps✓✓
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators✓✓
Cabin
Front SeatsPower Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation FunctionLeatherette; Six-way Power Driver Seat with Lumbar, Memory and Welcome; Four-way Power Passenger
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding60:40 Split-folding
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conRear AC VentsRear AC Vents
SunroofPanoramic Glass RoofPanoramic
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear
Interior LightingMap Lights and Ambient LightingMulticolour Ambient Lighting
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun ShadePanoramic Glass ShadePanoramic Glass Shade
Audio15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Sony Sound System15.6" Touchscreen (Qualcomm SA8155P) + 10.3" Cluster, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 12-speaker Sony, 50W Wireless Charging
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up & DownFour Windows, Auto Up & Down
Engine StartKeyless Operation (Push Button Start)Keyless Entry and Start
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps✓✓
Auto Wipers✓✓
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control with Integrated Cruise Assist
Tiptronic✓✓
Steering Audio Control✓✓
Steering Tilt✓✓
Steering Telescopic✓✓
Boot OperationManual OperationElectric Suction Tailgate
Parking Sensor Front4 SensorsYes
Parking Sensor Rear4 SensorsYes
Reverse CameraYes, 360-degree Surround View MonitorYes, 360-degree with Transparent Chassis
Folding Wing Mirrors✓✓
Bluetooth✓✓
Hill Start Assist✓✓
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer150,000 km150,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer7 years7 years
Warranty Notes10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine WarrantyBattery warranty 8-yr/160,000 km; engine warranty 10-yr/1,000,000 km; 5x free service (labour and parts)

Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.

XWD vs i-DM PHEV FAQ

Is the Jetour T2 XWD or Jetour T2 i-DM PHEV better?

The i-DM PHEV is the better fit for regular charging, with a quoted 100 km EV range, RM120 road tax and additional safety functions. The XWD is better if all-wheel drive and its 241 hp, 375 Nm turbo petrol engine are priorities.

What is the price difference?

The Jetour T2 i-DM PHEV costs RM162,800, which is RM6,000 more than the RM156,800 Jetour T2 XWD.

Can the Jetour T2 i-DM PHEV be charged quickly?

Yes. The i-DM PHEV supports 6.6 kW AC charging and up to 57 kW DC charging. It also has 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability.

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