A boxy off-roader, plug-in hybrid, three locks, and Huawei ADS 4 support—this Jetour already sells for three to four hundred thousand. Many people will have one question: Is Jetour really up to it?
The Jetour Zongheng G700's exterior indeed shares many similarities with models in the same class, but as a boxy vehicle, this design approach is exactly what it needs. However, with a vehicle length of 5.2 meters including the spare tire, a width of 2.05 meters, and a height approaching 2 meters, these dimensions are not city-friendly.
Fortunately, this vehicle is wild enough, with a maximum ground clearance of 320mm and a wading depth of 970mm—figures that give it a clear advantage over rivals. The chassis has IP68 waterproofing, all three locks are present, and it features an electronically controlled dog-clutch differential lock. The mechanical hardware is truly beyond reproach, fully sufficient for overland expeditions, and it even supports an official external oxygen concentrator, making it a veritable "artifact" for high altitudes.
The Kunpeng Super Hybrid CDM-O system is quite impressive: a longitudinally mounted 2.0T hybrid-dedicated engine producing 155kW, paired with a P3+P4 electric motor layout, achieving 0-100 km/h in 4.6s, and combined with a 100L large fuel tank, delivering a comprehensive range exceeding 1,400km. The power delivery can be described as extremely rapid, which is no small feat for a big fellow weighing over 3 tons.
The chassis uses front and rear double-wishbone suspension, along with air suspension and CDC, making handling exceptionally agile. Although it is a body-on-frame vehicle, the Zongheng G700 is not at all cumbersome and steers very obediently. Chassis comfort is also relatively high, essentially flattening out the "harshness" and "bumpiness" brought by the ladder frame.
In my view, however, the 34-degree battery providing 150km of CLTC pure electric range is somewhat marginal. Although charging efficiency is very high, it is still far from sufficient for city use. That said, reports suggest that a future model-year upgrade will bring a larger battery. In fact, the 100L large fuel tank already reveals that its positioning leans more toward long-distance overland travel, so adopting a smaller battery can be seen as a kind of balance.
Although the interior design and ambiance can reflect Jetour's determination to move toward luxury cars, the details are still not refined enough, the materials cannot be called luxurious, and the line design is too rugged—even straight-laced men might find it hard to adapt to.
However, Jetour is still fairly genuine when it comes to features. The 15.6-inch central control screen is standard, and it also comes with the currently popular sky screen. The "Rolls-Royce-favored" Lexicon audio system also provides an outstanding auditory experience. Rear-seat entertainment and a car refrigerator also appear on higher trims, with features fully keeping up with the trend.
This vehicle offers 5-seat and 6-seat options. The second row of the 6-seat version has leg rests, but they "conflict" with the front passenger's zero-gravity seat, so obtaining comfortable space requires sacrificing the third row. Moreover, the third row is relatively marginal: when upright, the trunk space is tight; when electrically folded, the space is not very usable; and electric folding also takes up some second-row space. In short, the 6-seat version is not recommended at all—space utilization is very frustrating.
In terms of configuration recommendations, the Huanta edition suits players who do not like to tinker, as the official modified version has guaranteed quality. In the main lineup, the Tanye edition offers very good value for money and suits players who do not care about high-end features. The Zongye edition is recommended in 5-seat form. If the budget is more ample, I would recommend the Xiangjing edition even more, as the enjoyment is guaranteed. As for the Zhijing Qiankun edition, it is prepared for big shots with ample budgets—one step in place.
Compared with models in the same class, the Zongheng G700 has a more hardcore positioning, and its mechanical hardware is especially strong, arguably "raising the intensity" in the boxy vehicle segment. But the sincerity this vehicle demonstrates deserves recognition—it would be even more perfect if it were further strengthened in terms of luxury, comfort, and configuration balance.
