Jetour is planned to begin operations in Russia in March or April, marking its entry with two crossover models: the Dashing and the X90. The company is already appearing in the unified state register of legal entities as Jetur Motors Rus, a designation that signals the formal establishment of a local presence. This move aligns Jetour as another sub-brand under the Chery umbrella, expanding the brand footprint in the region.
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The primary activity of Jetur Motors Rus is expected to focus on the trading of cars and light commercial vehicles, along with maintenance and repair services for these vehicles. This broader scope suggests a strategy to provide sales and aftersales support within the Russian market, leveraging Jetour’s product lineup and Chery’s regional network.
Jetour Dashing
The Jetour Dashing crossover measures 4590 mm in length, 1900 mm in width, and 1685 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2720 mm. The gasoline variant uses a 1.6-liter turbo engine rated at 186 horsepower, though it has a slightly restrained output compared with the domestic Chinese specification, which lists 197 horsepower. The engine is paired with a seven-speed automated manual transmission featuring dual clutches, and drive is front-only in this configuration.
The X90 crossover underwent a mid-cycle update in 2023, notable for its vertical radiator grille slats. Whether the updated X90 will arrive in Russia remains uncertain at this time. The X90’s dimensions are 4858 mm in length, 1925 mm in width, and 1780 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2850 mm. It is powered by a 2.0-liter engine delivering 254 horsepower and is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. Like the Dashing, it is configured for front-wheel drive only.
Pricing rumors circulating within market circles estimate a starting figure around 2.2 million rubles for the Dashing, with the X90 approaching 4 million rubles. In the Chinese market, the Dashing is typically positioned around 1 to 1.5 million rubles in equivalent value, while the X90 tends to fall in the 1.5 to 1.9 million ruble range depending on trim and options. These figures illustrate a potential premium positioning in the Russian market versus local competitive benchmarks.
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Source: Chinese Cars (Attribution for market and model data remains provided by regional automotive outlets.)