Sales of the new Jetour T2 hit fresh heights in January 2026, helping to drive the Chinese brand to a record overall total in South Africa…
- Jetour T2 registers its highest sales tally yet
- Closely related T1 also hits fresh high in SA
- Chinese firm reaches record total in January
Since launching in South Africa in mid-November 2025, the Jetour T2 has served as the Chinese brand’s best-selling model. That momentum continued in January 2026, with the T2 hitting a new sales high – and, in the process, helping Jetour SA to reach a record overall total.
Yes, Jetour SA – which falls under the Chery Group banner but describes itself as “independent” – registered as many as 665 units of the T2 locally in the opening month of 2026. That eclipses the 545-unit haul in the T2’s launch month as well as the 441 units sold in December 2025. A total of 1 651 examples have thus already been sold in SA.
Thanks largely to the T2’s strong performance, Jetour SA reached a record total of 1 550 units in January 2026, representing a 13.1% month-on-month improvement over December 2025’s effort (which was its previous best). However, after breaking into the top 10 in the final month of last year, Jetour SA had to settle for 11th last month, effectively being pushed off the table by Mahindra SA.
Closely related to the likewise unibody T2, the new Jetour T1 also put in its best performance yet in January, with 431 units sold. That’s markedly up on the 81 units registered in November 2025 and the 264 examples moved the following month (and puts the T1’s total at 776 units). The Dashing (283 units) and X70 Plus (171 units) completed the picture in January 2026.
Other Chinese passenger vehicles that enjoyed new sales highs in January 2026 included the Omoda C5 (907 units, up from its previous high of 849 units in October 2025) and the GWM Tank 300 (249 units, up from its earlier best of 216 units in December 2025).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Jetour’s Record-Breaking January 2026
Q: How did Jetour perform in South Africa during January 2026?
A: Jetour SA achieved a record-breaking month, selling 1 550 total units — a 13.1% increase over its previous best in December 2025. Despite this record volume, the brand placed 11th overall in the manufacturer rankings, narrowly missing the top 10 as Mahindra surged back into the charts.
Q: Which models were the primary drivers of this growth?
A: The Jetour T2 led the charge with a new high of 665 units. The Jetour T1 also reached a personal best of 431 units, while the Dashing (283 units) and X70 Plus (171 units) provided solid support to the brand’s total.
Q: Did other Chinese model see similar success in early 2026?
A: Yes, the Omoda C5 hit its highest sales tally yet with 907 units in January 2026. This contributed to a broader trend where Chinese manufacturers, including GWM and Chery, continue to gain significant market share in the SUV and crossover segments.
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