Jetour T1 i-DM vs Chery Tiggo V

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.

Jetour T1 i-DM in South Africa

Jetour T1 i-DM

T1 i-DM Plug-in Hybrid Current
ZAR 689,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 100 kW 🔧 220 Nm ⛽ 90.9 km/l
VS
Chery Tiggo V in South Africa

Chery Tiggo V

Promotional Preview Hybrid Upcoming
Launch price pending
Upcoming in South Africa Confirmed launch information and specifications remain visible while final availability is pending.
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Decision summary

Jetour T1 i-DM vs Chery Tiggo V: the short answer

The verified specification tables are ready to compare, but Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification T1 i-DM Tiggo V
Maximum Power T1 i-DM100 kW @ 5200 rpm Tiggo V-
Maximum Torque T1 i-DM220 Nm @ 2500 rpm Tiggo V-
Engine Size T1 i-DM1499 cc Tiggo V-
Combined Fuel Economy T1 i-DM90.9 km/l Tiggo V-
Ground Clearance T1 i-DM190 mm Tiggo V220 mm

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec T1 i-DM Tiggo V
Model Introduced Year 2026 -
Generation Current local listing Upcoming first South African-market Chery Tiggo V family and leisure SUV; final retail derivative matrix pending
Facelift History Not listed by current South African source page. -
Facelift Launched Since 2026 -
Facelift Version Ending Current -
Body Style SUV SUV
Gross Combined Mass Kg 3948 kg -
Model Year Current 2026
Production Status Active upcoming
Segment SUV Three-row family SUV
Tare Mass Kg 2048 kg -
Vehicle Type SUV Passenger Car
Spec T1 i-DM Tiggo V
Length 4705 mm -
Width 1967 mm -
Height 1843 mm -
Wheelbase 2800 mm -
Ground Clearance (Default) 190 mm 220 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) 190 mm -
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 l -
Boot/Cargo Space 574 l -
Kerb Weight 2048 kg -
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 2348 kg -
Payload Capacity 300 kg -
Towing Capacity 1600 kg -
Seating Capacity 5 seats -
Number of Rows 2 rows 3 rows
Doors 5 doors -
Minimum Turning Radius 5.7 m -
Front Headroom 1030 mm -
Rear Headroom 1010 mm -
Front Legroom 1050 mm -
Rear Legroom 930 mm -

In depth: how these cars differ

This T1 i-DM and Tiggo V comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.

Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.

Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.

Specification Index Withheld

Hagalu does not turn missing specifications into neutral scores or guessed values.

Fail closed

Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.

Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.

What the evidence means

No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.

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T1 i-DM vs Tiggo V questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.

Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.

Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.

A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.

Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.

Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.