Four engines and 1,654 HP: the Chinese pickup that challenges Ford and RAM
Maybe you've crossed paths with a RAM or a Ford F-150 on the highway and wondered if there's anything that could threaten these titans of the pickup world. Well, the answer seems to have arrived: the Jetour F700 PHEV. This Chinese plug-in hybrid machine promises not only to compete but to challenge with a proposition that blends extreme power and record-breaking range.
But it’s not just about a more powerful engine; we’re talking about a truly radical configuration that combines four electric motors with a turbo gasoline engine, all together reaching power levels that seem straight out of a video game.
Jetour F700 PHEV: the Chinese full-size that’s no joke
⛽ Certified consumption: 71.9 km/l
💶 Estimated price: To be confirmed
🏁 Combined range: Up to 1,400 km
A mechanics setup that defies logic
The mechanical base of the Jetour F700 PHEV is a technical marvel: a 2.0 turbo TGDI gasoline engine with 211 HP paired with four electric motors distributed to generate a total of 1,654 HP and over 1,100 Nm of torque. This power seems more fitting for a supercar than for a pickup weighing 2,490 kg.
Chery’s GAIA 3.0 platform makes this hybridization possible, combining a two-speed DHT transmission and an 800V electric system with 4C fast charging. This means the 34.13 kWh battery can charge from 20 to 80% in just 10 minutes, a detail that makes this beast almost usable in daily life.
Design and dimensions in American style
When it comes to appearance, the F700 doesn’t hide: it measures 5,300 mm long, 2,050 mm wide, and 1,950 mm tall, with a wheelbase of 3,350 mm. In other words, a giant on par with a RAM 1500. Its aesthetic is robust and muscular, with a huge front grille, vertical LED lights, and metal protections for off-road adventure.
The wheels are large and designed for tough terrain, with widened wheel arches and independent air suspension on both axles. The electric all-wheel drive and multiple off-road driving modes allow adaptation to any challenge.
Off-road capabilities that won't embarrass you
Suspension and traction for extreme adventure
The Jetour includes independent double-wishbone suspension, adjustable air suspension, and an integral XWD traction system that allows ride height variation between 200 and 350 mm. This, combined with rear-wheel steering, enables maneuvers like the "crab walk" (diagonal movement) and the "tank turn," spinning on its own axis. These functions are more fitting for a robot than a traditional pickup.
Wading and system adaptability
A wading capacity of 900 mm, together with an intelligent system that adapts power and suspension height according to terrain, makes clear that this pickup isn’t just for show. It’s been designed for real and tough challenges.
Technological interior and luxury that contrasts with its exterior brutality
Futuristic screens and controls
Inside the cabin, the F700 bets on a premium atmosphere imbued with technology: a 35.4-inch panoramic screen replacing the traditional instrument panel and a central 15.6-inch screen. The center console has a raised design with wireless chargers and physical controls for off-road functions. The gear selector is located just behind the steering wheel.
Comfort and assistance with style
The seats feature electric adjustment, heating, ventilation, and massage. The sound system can include an 18-speaker Lexicon setup. Additionally, it incorporates advanced assistants designed with Huawei: 360° cameras, transparent chassis visualization, and semi-autonomous driving for both highway and off-road.
The truth is, the Jetour F700 PHEV is not the typical Chinese pickup you’d think would be just an experiment. It wants to shake up Ford and RAM with a proposal that blends brutal power, cutting-edge technology, and record autonomy.
Its recent registration with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology anticipates a short-term launch, with sales possibly starting in the coming months. We are facing a revolution in the full-size segment that smells like a paradigm shift.
If you were one of those who thought American pickups would always dominate with an iron fist, maybe it’s time to rethink. The F700 has arrived to make things difficult and, in turn, remind the giants that not everything is written.
