The Chinese continue with their germination process in our country. The supply of models from the largest market in the world is increasing and everything indicates that it will continue to grow.
Currently there are 14 Chinese brands operating in the country through different importers and there could be more. A few weeks ago, to cite an example, Stellantis confirmed that it is studying the landing of Leapmotor, a brand specialized in electrified vehicles.
The opening of the market allowed the supply to grow in 2024. Corven, one of the leading groups in the sale and production of motorcycles, began selling a seven-seat SUV from the DFSK brand (also marketed by Chery) and has already promised new launches for 2025.
Jetour, a brand marketed by Famly Argentina (it also has the KyC Mamut urban trucks) recently presented two new SUVs, and two others that have new features are Haval and JAC.
Haval H6 GT
Haval, which in the country is represented by the Car One Group, has just added the H6 GT, the coupe-style version of the third generation of the H6. It arrives from China in a single version that costs $55,341 and shares the same mechanics as the H6.
It is a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that delivers a power of 201 HP and is associated with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and all-wheel drive system. The front suspension is independent MacPherson type with stabilizer bar and the rear has an independent Multilink semi-rigid axle.
It also offers seven driving modes that adapt to different driving modes and conditions: Standard, Sport, Economy, Snow, Track, Sand and Off Road.
Haval H6 GT. High level of equipment and driving assistance systems. In terms of equipment, the digital instrument panel (10.25″) stands out; the head-up display, which projects relevant information on the windshield, the 12.3″ multimedia touch screen with Android Auto and Apple Car Play, charger wireless cell phone, tailgate with automatic proximity opening, dual-zone climate control with air purifier and electric opening panoramic roof.
In terms of safety, the Haval H6 GT is equipped with the same smart chip as Tesla vehicles, which has 14 radars and 5 cameras and a package of driving assistance systems such as adaptive cruise control, forward collision alert with autonomous emergency braking against cars, pedestrians and cyclists, active lane maintenance assistant, cross traffic alert (for reversing maneuvers) and assisted parking system, among others.
It also has a system that recognizes traffic signs with a 360° camera, capable of warning the driver if, for example, they exceed the permitted speed.
JAC S4 Luxury. 1.5-liter turbocharged engine with 147 HP and CVT-type automatic transmission. JAC S4 Luxury
JAC, the brand that is marketed in the country by Chery-Socma, announced that in December it will launch the S4, a medium-sized SUV that will add to the range made up of the compact S2 FL, the medium-sized pickup T8 and the utility JACX200.
The JAC S4 will have a single variant (Luxury), which will cost US$ 27.900 and will be equipped with a 1.5-liter turbo engine with 147 HP, CVT-type automatic transmission and single-wheel drive system.
Its dimensions (4.41 meters long, 1.80 m wide and 1.68 m high) are similar to models such as Toyota Corolla Cross, Volkswagen Taos and Jeep Compass, among others.
JAC S4 Luxury. Six airbags, eco-leather upholstery and electric panoramic roof. In terms of safety, it will have six airbags as standard (front and front side, and curtain), hill start assist, rear parking sensor and reversing camera, but it will not have any driving assistance system (ADAS).
As for comfort, it will have cruise control, presence key with push-button start and stop, electric sunroof, climate control with rear outlets and multimedia system with Android Auto link and Apple Car Play, among others.
In addition to the S4 Luxury, the brand has already announced that in 2025 it will expand its offer in the Argentine market with three new vehicles: the JACT9 pickup, the JACN55 5-ton truck and the JS8PRO 3-row SUV.
