Car Buyer's Guide

Jetour T2 vs smart #1

smart #1

smart #1

Verdict

At RM156,800, the Jetour T2 costs RM12,200 less than the RM169,000 smart #1 and brings all-wheel drive, a 70-litre tank and a 580-litre boot. It is also 515 mm longer. The #1 counters with a 268-hp, 343-Nm rear motor, 49-kWh battery and 315-km EV range, plus 150-kW DC charging and 3.3-kW V2L. For a Malaysian buyer without dependable charging, the T2’s petrol usability and larger cargo area are the practical call; home or workplace charging makes the #1’s EV hardware persuasive.

T2

Pick the Jetour T2 if you want all-wheel drive, a 580-litre boot and a lower RM156,800 entry price without relying on charging.

#1

Pick the smart #1 if you have regular charging access and want a 315-km EV, 150-kW DC charging, V2L and more parking assistance.

Key differences

  • Price: Jetour T2 RM156,800; smart #1 RM169,000.
  • Powertrain and drive: Jetour T2 241 hp/375 Nm with all-wheel drive; smart #1 268 hp/343 Nm with rear-wheel drive.
  • Energy storage: Jetour T2 has a 70-litre petrol tank; smart #1 has a 49-kWh battery and 315-km EV range.
  • Size and boot: Jetour T2 is 4,785 mm long with a 580-litre boot; smart #1 is 4,270 mm long with a 411-litre boot.
  • Manufacturer warranty: Jetour T2 gets seven years/150,000 km; smart #1 gets four years with unlimited mileage.

T2

  • RM12,200 cheaper to buy.
  • All-wheel drive and a 70-litre petrol tank.
  • 580-litre boot, plus ventilated power-adjustable front seats.
  • Annual road tax is RM439 versus the smart #1’s RM260.
  • No navigation or auto-parking, both fitted to the smart #1.

#1

  • 49-kWh battery, 315-km range and 150-kW DC charging.
  • 3.3-kW V2L, powered tailgate and auto-parking.
  • Five-star Euro NCAP rating and a driver’s knee airbag.
  • Costs RM12,200 more than the Jetour T2.
  • 411-litre boot is 169 litres smaller than the T2’s.
  • Rear-wheel drive instead of the T2’s all-wheel drive.
Price & overview
PriceRM156,800RM169,000
Body typeSUVSUV
SegmentC-SegmentC-Segment
AssemblyCKDCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM439RM260
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing400V architecture
Capacity1,998 cc
Horsepower241 hp
Torque375 Nm
FuelPetrolElectric
Compression Ratio9.5
Number of Motors1
Motor Horsepower268 hp
Motor Torque343 Nm
Battery Capacity49 kWh
EV Range315 km
Charging Rate (AC)7.2 kW
Charging Rate (DC)150 kW
V2L3.3 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionDual-clutch Automatic (Wet)Single Ratio Automatic
DrivelineAll Wheel DriveRear Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h6.7 seconds
Top Speed180 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,785 mm4,270 mm
Width2,006 mm1,822 mm
Height1,880 mm1,636 mm
Wheelbase2,800 mm2,750 mm
Weight1,880 kg1,780 kg
Fuel Tank70 litres
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space580 litres411 litres
Front Tyre255/60R19235/45R19
Rear Tyre255/60R19235/45R19
Spare TyreSpace Saver
Factory TyresGiti 4x4 AT71Continental EcoContact 6 Q
Chassis
AssemblyMalaysia (CKD)China (CBU)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutsMacPherson Struts
Rear SuspensionMulti-linkMulti-link
Front Wheels19" Alloys19" Amps Alloy Wheels
Rear Wheels19" Alloys19" Amps Alloy Wheels
SteeringRack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis NotesComfort Suspension
Crash Safety Ratings
EuroNCAP5 stars
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear CurtainDriver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Immobilizer
Child Safety LockManual for Rear DoorsManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable for Outer Two Rear SeatsAvailable On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYesYes, Front and Rear
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll SeatsAll Seats
Safety NotesDoor Opening Warning, Traffic Sign Recognition, Auto High Beam,
Lighting
HeadlampsLED ProjectorLED Reflector with Manual Levelling
TaillampsFull LEDLED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Front Foglamps
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsPower Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation Function10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Powered Front Passenger's Seat
Rear Seats60:40 Split-folding60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conRear AC VentsRear AC Vents
SunroofPanoramic Glass RoofPanoramic Glass Roof
Power Sockets1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear1 Front, 3 USB-C, 1 USB-A, Qi Wireless Charger
Interior LightingMap Lights and Ambient LightingMap Lights, 64-colour Ambient Lighting
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Rear
Sun ShadePanoramic Glass ShadeYes
Audio15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Sony Sound System12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up & DownFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Operation (Push Button Start)Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal)
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist
Tiptronic
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Boot OperationManual OperationYes, Powered
Parking Sensor Front4 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, 360-degree Surround View MonitorYes, With 360-degree Camera
Auto ParkingYes
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer150,000 kmUnlimited
Warranty Mileage Extended200,000 km
Warranty Manufacturer7 years4 years
Warranty Extended8 years
Warranty Notes10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty

Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.

T2 vs #1 FAQ

Is the Jetour T2 or smart #1 better?

The Jetour T2 is the better practical choice for buyers wanting all-wheel drive, petrol refuelling and a 580-litre boot. Choose the smart #1 if regular charging is available and its 315-km EV range, 150-kW DC charging and V2L suit your use.

What is the price difference?

The smart #1 costs RM12,200 more: RM169,000 against RM156,800 for the Jetour T2.

Which has more luggage space?

The Jetour T2 has the larger boot at 580 litres, compared with 411 litres in the smart #1. That is a 169-litre advantage for the T2.

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