Chery Tansuo 06

Chery Tansuo 06
Overview
ManufacturerChery
Also called
Production2023–present
Assembly
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV (C)
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformT1X[2]
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Battery18.32 kWh FinDreams LFP (C-DM)[3]
Dimensions
Wheelbase
  • 2,650 mm (104.3 in)[2]
Length
  • 4,451–4,501 mm (175.2–177.2 in)[2]
Width1,865 mm (73.4 in)
Height1,670 mm (65.7 in)

The Chery Tansuo 06 (Chinese: 奇瑞探索06; pinyin: Qíruì Tànsuǒ 06) is a compact crossover SUV produced by Chery since 2023. It is marketed under the Jaecoo brand as the Jaecoo J7/7 in export markets. Other names used in the Chinese market include the Chery Fulwin T6 (plug-in hybrid) and Chery Tiggo 7 High Energy (Chinese: 奇瑞瑞虎7高能; pinyin: Qíruì Ruìhǔ 7 Gāonéng).

Overview

The Chery Tansuo 06 was first introduced during the Auto Shanghai 2023 as the Chery TJ-1 C-DM prototype.[4]

  • Chery TJ-1 C-DM
    Chery TJ-1 C-DM
  • Chery TJ-1 C-DM rear view
    Chery TJ-1 C-DM rear view

The Chery Tansuo 06 is powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine mated to a 7-speed dual clutch transmission. A 1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid version is available since 2024. All-wheel drive is available.[5][6][7]

The interior is available in black and white with minimum physical buttons, a rectangular instrument panel, a 14.8-inch touchscreen, a head-up display, and a wireless charging pad. The infotainment screen is powered by a Qualcomm 8155 chip and supports FOTA, facial recognition, and a level 2+ driving assistance system.[4]

  • Rear view
    Rear view
  • Jaecoo J7
    Jaecoo J7

Plug-in hybrid

The plug-in hybrid version of the Tansuo 06 went on sale in April 2024 as the Chery Tansuo 06 C-DM. It adopts Chery's latest plug-in hybrid system marketed as the Kunpeng Super Hybrid C-DM (Chery Dual Mode). It is a combination of the 1.5-litre turbocharged direct injection petrol engine, a dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT), with a power output of 115 kW (156 PS; 154 hp) and 220 N⋅m (22.4 kg⋅m; 162 lb⋅ft), and a 150 kW (204 PS; 201 hp) electric motor. The electric cruising range is rated at 120 km (75 mi), while overall cruising range is above 1,400 km (870 mi).[8] A version marketed through the Chery Fulwin dealership network went on sale as the Chery Fulwin T6.[9]

Markets

Russia

The Jaecoo J7 went on sale in Russia in September 2023 as the first model from Jaecoo. It is available with front and all-wheel drive in four different trim levels: Lifestyle, Ultimate, Active and Supreme. It is powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine.[10] It is sold through Omoda-Jaecoo dealerships, although some will be standalone Jaecoo dealers.[11][12]

South Africa

The Jaecoo J7 was launched in South Africa on 12 April 2024, as part of the Chery's sub-brand Jaecoo introduction in South Africa. At launch, three trims are available: Vortex, Glacier and Inferno; it is powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine and AWD comes as standard on the top Inferno trim.[13]

Malaysia

The Jaecoo J7 was launched in Malaysia on 19 July 2024, in two variants powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine.[14] It is locally assembled at a plant in Shah Alam, Selangor exclusive to vehicles marketed under the Jaecoo brand.[15]

Europe

Chery planned production of the Jaecoo J7 for the European market at the former Nissan Motor Ibérica plant in Barcelona.[16]

References

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  2. ^ a b c "This Is Your First Look At The 2024 Jaecoo 7". CarGuide.PH. Retrieved 19 May 2023.
  3. ^ "【探索06 C-DM配置】奇瑞_探索06 C-DM详细参数介绍-易车". car.yiche.com. Retrieved 1 May 2024.
  4. ^ a b Chen, Dong Yi (8 April 2023). "Chery TJ-1 light off-road vehicle officially unveiled in China, available in ICE and PHEV". CarNewsChina.com. Retrieved 19 May 2023.
  5. ^ Santiago, Red (12 May 2023). "The Jaecoo 7 will be the Chinese brand's 1st offering in PH". visor.ph.
  6. ^ Atienza, Isaac (16 May 2023). "Philippine spec Jaecoo 7 revealed". The Manila Times. Retrieved 19 May 2023.
  7. ^ Wilron, Amani. "Jaecoo 7: engine and features". SASATIMES. Archived from the original on 19 May 2023.
  8. ^ "2024北京车展：奇瑞探索06C-DM售12.99万元起_易车" [2024 Beijing Auto Show: Chery Discovery 06C-DM starts at 129,900 yuan]. news.yiche.com. 25 April 2024. Retrieved 1 May 2024.
  9. ^ "抢先试驾奇瑞风云T6，这才是奇瑞暗藏的"杀招"" [Be the first to test drive Chery Fengyun T6, this is Chery’s hidden “killing move”]. db.m.auto.sohu.com. 10 March 2024. Retrieved 1 May 2024.
  10. ^ "The JAECOO J7 crossover became available for pre-order in Russia". eng.autostat.ru. 4 September 2023. Retrieved 1 May 2024.
  11. ^ Maxim, Gorbenko (29 September 2023). "Кроссовер Jaecoo J7 представлен в России: впечатления и цены" [Crossover Jaecoo J7 presented in Russia: impressions and prices]. autoreview.ru (in Russian). Retrieved 29 December 2023.
  12. ^ "Jaecoo J7". Wroom.ru. Retrieved 3 October 2023.
  13. ^ Du Toit, Albert (12 April 2024). "New Jaecoo J7 launches in South Africa – Pricing and specifications". TopAuto.
  14. ^ Chan, Mick (19 July 2024). "Jaecoo J7 launched in Malaysia - 2WD, AWD variants; seven-year, 150,000 km mileage warranty; fr RM139k - paultan.org". Paul Tan's Automotive News. Retrieved 21 July 2024.
  15. ^ Lee, Jonathan (18 June 2024). "Jaecoo J7 CKD rolls off Chery Shah Alam assembly plant – exclusive to Jaecoo brand, launch on July 19 - paultan.org". Paul Tan's Automotive News. Retrieved 21 July 2024.
  16. ^ "Jaecoo J7 PHEV begin 2025 hier: 106 km elektrisch bereik".
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