Comparison: Jetour T2 Comfort vs Luxury

Saudi Arabia : The Jetour brand is quickly emerging as one of China’s leading carmakers in the Middle East. It’s known for boasting an all-SUV lineup, which is rare amongst major automakers. Among its latest models is the Jetour T2, a midsize SUV that was first launched in China in 2023.

Built on the Kunlun unibody architecture, the T2 has become one of Jetour’s most advertised cars in Saudi Arabia. While the Jetour T2 is only offered with a single powertrain selection, there are two variants on offer in KSA. One of its chief competitors is the GWM Tank 300. In case you’re planning to buy a Jetour T2, read on.

Price Comparison

1. As mentioned above, there are two main variants of the new Jetour T2 in Saudi Arabia. The entry-level variant is the T2 COM (Comfort), which is priced at SAR 124,990. This makes even the base T2 a touch more expensive than some of its Japanese or Korean contemporaries. Then again, it comes with a lot more equipment as standard.
2. Next in line is the feature-packed T2 LUX (Luxury), which is priced from SAR 139,999. Considering that there are rivals in the segment that are priced higher than 150,000 riyals, this range-topping T2 isn’t priced too regressively. Understandably, this being a Chinese offering, backing up the high asking price is a bevy of modern features.

The official distributor of the Jetour T2 in Saudi Arabia is National Motors Supplies, or NMS. It has showrooms and after-sales outlets in all major cities in KSA. Do note that the prices mentioned above may vary depending on the dealership location.

Dimensions Comparison

With their prices covered, let’s now look at how the Jetour T2 measures up on the outside. Obviously, there are no major variant-wise differences here.

Dimensions	Jetour T2 COM	Jetour T2 LUX
Length	4,785 mm	4,785 mm
Width	2,006 mm	2,006 mm
Height	1,880 mm	1,880 mm
Wheelbase	2,800 mm	2,800 mm
Weight	1,840 kg	1,880 kg
Fuel capacity	70 liters	70 liters
Boot capacity	580 liters	580 liters
Wheel size	19 inches	20 inches

 At over 4.7 meters in length and 2 meters in width, the Jetour T2 is reasonably large for a midsize SUV. It’s also quite tall and comes with 20-inch alloy wheels on the top variant, which add to its presence. The butch-looking exterior design of the T2 involves muscular arches and boxy design details.

The upright stance, square windows, and an equally square spare wheel cover are some of the other cool touches. The Jetour T2 also features contrasting neon green inserts along a few key areas, which makes the overall design seem even more appealing. Of course, there’s no denying the Defender-esque styling ‘inspiration’.

Drivetrain and Performance Comparison

It’s now time to glance at what’s under the hood of the new Jetour T2. There’s only one engine/transmission option available for buyers in Saudi Arabia. However, it’s a pretty well-rounded package.

Specs	Jetour T2
Engine	2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder
Gearbox	7-speed DCT
Drive System	AWD
Power	251 hp
Torque	390 Nm
Mileage	10.75 kmpl (9.3 L/100 km)
Top Speed	180 kmph
0-100 kmph	8.7 sec

 The turbo-petrol engine makes enough grunt to accelerate the Jetour T2 to 100 kmph in under 9 seconds. Considering its blocky shape and meaty 255-section tires, that’s not too bad. The dual-clutch transmission works well as long as it’s not pushed too hard. It’s also not particularly rapid between ratios, though that’s not a concern in an SUV.

The electrically-assisted steering of the T2 feels light enough. Meanwhile, the BorgWarner-sourced all-wheel-drive system and Jetour’s XWD traction management software work in tandem to provide good grip. There are 6 drive modes and a Toyota-inspired ‘CRAWL’ mode, which can be activated to tackle difficult terrain with greater ease.

Features Comparison

The new Jetour T2 is packed to the gills with modern features. Let’s unpack them one by one, beginning on the outside.

Exterior Features	Jetour T2 COM	Jetour T2 LUX
Automatic LED headlights	Yes	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED foglights	No	Yes
Powered & auto-folding ORVMs	Yes (w/ heating)	Yes (w/ heating & memory)
Keyless entry	Yes	Yes
Powered tailgate	Yes	Yes
Rain-sensing wipers	Yes	Yes
Roof rails	Yes	Yes

 Moving onto the inside of the Jetour T2, there are plenty of technologies to be discovered. At first glance, the differences between the two variants aren’t night & day. As you dig deeper, the upgrades become more noticeable.

Interior Technologies	Jetour T2 COM	Jetour T2 LUX
Push-button start	Yes	Yes
Electric sunroof	No	Yes (panoramic)
Digital driver’s display	Yes (10.25-inch)	Yes (10.25-inch)
Touchscreen infotainment	Yes (15.6-inch)	Yes (15.6-inch)
Wireless charger	Yes	Yes
Apple CarPlay	Yes	Yes
Paddle shifters	Yes	No
Sound system	Yes (8-speaker audio)	Yes (12-speaker Sony premium audio)

 However, there’s a clear differentiation between the comfort-oriented features on both variants of the Jetour T2. While the COM variant gets its basics right, the LUX variant is the one that feels premium.

Comfort Offerings	Jetour T2 COM	Jetour T2 LUX
Leather upholstery	Yes	Yes
Powered front seats	Yes (driver only w/ memory)	Yes (w/ memory)
Ventilated seats	Yes (driver only)	Yes (front seats)
Lumbar adjustment	No	Yes
Mood lighting	No	Yes
Automatic climate control	Yes (dual-zone)	Yes (dual-zone)
Electronic parking brake	Yes	Yes
Adjustable steering column	Yes (reach & rake)	Yes (reach & rake)
Rear armrest	Yes	Yes

 The safety features of the Jetour T2 are quite comprehensive. However, the best and most modern systems are reserved for the range-topping variant, which is a bit of a letdown. The misses in the lower variant also include advanced driver assistance systems, or ADAS.

Safety Systems	Jetour T2 COM	Jetour T2 LUX
Adaptive cruise control	No	Yes (w/ collision warning)
Automatic-emergency braking	No	Yes
Lane-departure warning	No	Yes (w/ LKA)
Blind-spot warning	No	Yes
Rear cross-traffic alert	No	Yes
High-beam assist	No	Yes
Cornering lights	No	Yes
Tire-pressure monitoring	Yes	Yes
Surround-view cameras	Yes	Yes
Airbags	Yes (4)	Yes (6)
Traffic jam assist	No	Yes
Door ajar warning	No	Yes
Hill-descent control	Yes	Yes
Hill-start assist	Yes	Yes
Electronic stability program	Yes	Yes
Traction control system	Yes	Yes

Conclusion

The lack of rear airbags and blind-spot warning makes the COM variant of the Jetour T2 all but useless. These are essential safety features, and the lack of which simply cannot be ignored. This leaves us with the fully-loaded LUX variant, which doesn’t come cheap.

Jetour’s comprehensive 6-year unlimited mileage warranty does weigh in, though. If you must buy a new Jetour T2, your best bet is to get the Luxury variant. It offers loads of feel-good features and safety nannies. Just make sure you have your negotiation skills on point once you’re at the dealership!