Chery has opened pre-orders for its Jetour Zongheng G700 plug-in hybrid SUV at the 2025 Chengdu Auto Show, with a deposit of 700 CNY (98 USD). Official pricing has yet to be announced. Zongheng is a new off-road vehicle line from Jetour, a sub-brand of Chery.
The Jetour Zongheng G700 features a classic boxy design and a rear-mounted spare tire, typical of off-road SUVs. Both the front and rear bumpers are equipped with two tow hooks. The taillights can be digitally programmed to display various shapes and characters.
As a full-size SUV, the Jetour Zongheng G700 measures 5,198 mm long, 2,050 mm wide, and 1,956 mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,870 mm. It has a maximum ground clearance of 320 mm and a maximum wading depth of 970 mm. According to the manufacturer, the Jetour Zongheng G700 can wade through water for 40 minutes at a maximum speed of 8.3 km/h. The cabin can also withstand water pressure of 20 kPa and a water flow rate of 5 m/second.
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Jetour launched the Zongheng G700 at the 2025 Chengdu Auto Show and opened pre-orders with a 700 CNY deposit. Photo: Jetour
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The vehicle measures 5,198 mm long, 2,050 mm wide, and 1,956 mm high, with a 2,870 mm wheelbase, 320 mm ground clearance, and a maximum wading depth of 970 mm.
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The vehicle features a boxy design and a rear-mounted spare tire.
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It has a 15.6-inch central control screen and a 35.4-inch display screen behind the dashboard.
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The seats offer ventilation, heating, and massage functions.
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The vehicle is available in 5 or 6-seat configurations.
The Zongheng G700's wading depth is among the best globally for SUVs. Popular models known for their wading capabilities, such as the Land Rover Defender, only reach 900 mm, while the Ford Endeavour, Isuzu mu-X, and Mitsubishi Pajero Sport reach 800 mm.
The Zhongheng features Chery's advanced Falcon 500 driver-assistance system, offering parking assistance and high-speed navigation-based autonomous driving. It also supports intelligent terrain modes and low-speed four-wheel drive.
Power comes from Chery's high-performance CDM-O Kunpeng hybrid system, which includes a 2.0-liter engine and two electric motors, paired with a two-speed DHT transmission. This combination generates a total output of 751 horsepower and 795 Nm of torque. The 2.0-liter engine alone produces 208 horsepower and 340 Nm of torque with 45.5% thermal efficiency. Fuel consumption is rated at 1.39 liters/100 km, and the 0-100 km/h acceleration time is 4.6 seconds.
Combined with a CATL-supplied integrated 4C Shenxing battery pack, the Jetour Zongheng G700 has a range of up to 1,400 km. With fast charging, the battery can be charged from 30% to 80% in just 10 minutes.
Inside the cabin, the boxy door contours create a rugged style, complemented by square air vents, a 15.6-inch central control screen, a 35.4-inch display screen behind the dashboard, and a three-spoke flat-bottom steering wheel.
Other features include a 17.3-inch rear ceiling screen and a refrigerator with a temperature range of -6 to 50℃. The seats feature ventilation, heating, and massage functions.
Much of the interior is upholstered in leather or suede, accented with metal trim and rivets, enhancing the off-road aesthetic. The vehicle can seat five or six people, depending on the configuration.
My Anh (CarNewsChina)
