Is JETOUR reliable? Awards, safety, and quality in 2026
Is JETOUR reliable? Panels of journalists, independent crash tests, and quality studies from various countries have recognized the brand over the last two years. The JETOUR T2 was the 2026 Car of the Year in South Africa, the Dashing was the 2025 Car of the Year in Nigeria, the T1 and T2 earned five stars in ASEAN NCAP, and J.D. Power ranked JETOUR as the third-best Chinese brand in initial quality.
What award did the JETOUR T2 win in South Africa?
In May 2026, the JETOUR T2 was named the 2026 South African Car of the Year. It is the first time a Chinese brand has won the award in its 40-year history. The jury, composed of 25 members of the country's guild of mobility journalists (SAGMJ), chose the T2 from among 55 candidates and 18 finalists (The Citizen, EWN). In that market, JETOUR moved from 15th to the top 10 brands in less than two years. Its dealer network also earned gold status in the NADA satisfaction index for the second consecutive year, an independent study conducted by Lightstone (Joburgstyle).Nigeria, Chile, Egypt, and the Philippines
- Nigeria: The Nigerian Automotive Journalists Association (NAJA) named the JETOUR Dashing the 2025 Car of the Year (Daily Trust).
- Chile: The T1 is among the 15 "Autocosmos Recommended 2026" vehicles. It is the second consecutive time the brand has appeared in that selection (G5noticias).
- Philippines: The industry association (CAMPI) recognized JETOUR as the brand that sold the most plug-in hybrids among its members in the first half of 2026 (Top Gear Philippines).
- Egypt: According to the brand, the T2 was chosen as the best crossover SUV at the 2026 Egypt Car of the Year awards (JETOUR press release).
Are JETOUR cars safe?
The JETOUR T1 and JETOUR T2 earned the highest rating, five stars, from ASEAN NCAP, the independent safety assessment program for Southeast Asia. The T1 achieved 87.67 points (ASEAN NCAP) and the T2, 86.50 points (ASEAN NCAP report).What does J.D. Power say about JETOUR quality?
The 2026 J.D. Power China Initial Quality Study (IQS) ranked JETOUR as the third-best Chinese brand, with 216 problems per 100 vehicles (J.D. Power China). According to Chinese media, in the 2025 edition, the brand had already achieved the same result as FAW Toyota (ifeng).What specialized press reviews say
Media outlets that have thoroughly tested JETOUR models highlight, above all, their value for money and equipment.- Australia: carsales.com.au rated the G700 87/100 and the T2 i-DM 84/100.
- Philippines: Top Gear Philippines gave the T1 plug-in hybrid 8.5/10.
- South Africa: AutoTrader spoke of "a real shift in brand credibility" in its review of the T2.
- Chile: Autocosmos described the T1 PHEV as "very convenient" in terms of price, fuel consumption, and performance (Autocosmos).
Chosen by governments
Two Ministries of the Interior have incorporated JETOUR vehicles into their police fleets. The UAE Ministry of the Interior added JETOUR hybrid patrol vehicles as part of a strategic alliance with the brand (UAE Ministry of the Interior), and in 2026, the Uruguayan Ministry of the Interior purchased five armored JETOUR T2s for its police force (InfoDefensa).What awards has JETOUR won? The complete list
| Recognition | Model | Country | Awarded by | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car of the Year | T2 | South Africa | SAGMJ Journalists Guild (25 jurors) | 2026 |
| Car of the Year | Dashing | Nigeria | NAJA Journalists Association | 2025 |
| Autocosmos Recommended | T1 | Chile | Autocosmos | 2026 |
| 5-star safety | T1 and T2 | Southeast Asia | ASEAN NCAP (87.67 and 86.50 points) | 2026 |
| 3rd Chinese brand in initial quality | Brand | China | J.D. Power IQS | 2026 |
| 87/100 and 84/100 in reviews | G700 and T2 i-DM | Australia | carsales.com.au | 2026 |
| 8.5/10 in review | T1 i-DM | Philippines | Top Gear Philippines | 2026 |
| Police patrol vehicles | Various | UAE and Uruguay | Ministries of the Interior | 2025–2026 |
| Gold level in dealer satisfaction | Network | South Africa | NADA / Lightstone | 2025 and 2026 |
| 1st brand in plug-in hybrids | Brand | Philippines | CAMPI (1st half) | 2026 |
| Best crossover SUV* | T2 | Egypt | Egypt Car of the Year | 2026 |
| Official vehicle of the G20 summit* | T2 | South Africa | G20 South Africa 2025 | 2025 |
Is JETOUR reliable in Panama? What it means for the buyer
The models awarded in other countries (the T1, T2, and Dashing) are part of the JETOUR range in Panama. Behind them is Chery, the group to which JETOUR belongs: it is part of the Fortune Global 500 ranking (233rd place in 2025) and has been China's leading car exporter for 23 consecutive years (CarNewsChina). In Panama, JETOUR vehicles are sold with a 7-year or 200,000-kilometer warranty and technical service in Panama City and David.Where to see the award-winning JETOUR models in Panama
The internationally recognized models will be on display at the Panama Motor Show 2026, from October 2 to 4 and October 7 to 11, at the Panama Convention Center in Amador.Frequently asked questions
Is the JETOUR brand reliable in Panama?
JETOUR has received recognition from independent third parties: it was the 2026 Car of the Year in South Africa with the T2 and 2025 Car of the Year in Nigeria with the Dashing, earned five stars in ASEAN NCAP with the T1 and T2, and was the third-best Chinese brand in the 2026 J.D. Power China Initial Quality Study. It belongs to the Chery group, part of the Fortune Global 500. In Panama, it is distributed by Petromotors, with technical service in Panama City and David.Are JETOUR cars safe?
The JETOUR T1 and JETOUR T2 earned five stars, the highest rating, from ASEAN NCAP, the independent safety assessment program for Southeast Asia: 87.67 points for the T1 and 86.50 points for the T2.What awards has JETOUR won?
Among the main ones: 2026 Car of the Year in South Africa (JETOUR T2), the first for a Chinese brand in the 40 years of the award; 2025 Car of the Year in Nigeria (JETOUR Dashing); "Autocosmos Recommended 2026" in Chile (JETOUR T1); and gold level in NADA dealer satisfaction in South Africa in 2025 and 2026.Which group manufactures JETOUR?
JETOUR belongs to the Chinese group Chery, which is part of the Fortune Global 500 ranking and has been China's leading car exporter for 23 consecutive years.More about JETOUR in Panama
