The 2026 Jetour Traveller family will expand in China on November 17, introducing a refreshed petrol lineup and a rebranded plug-in hybrid. The Traveller C-DM, formerly known as the Shanhai T2, features a high-output three-motor hybrid system that produces 340 kW and 700 Nm, with a pure electric range of up to 208 km, as reported by D-Auto. The model retains the boxy, travel-focused SUV design, offering multiple powertrain choices for family and adventure-oriented buyers.
The updated lineup includes the petrol Traveller, offered with 1.5 T and 2.0 T engines, and the plug-in hybrid Traveller C-DM. According to Ministry of Industry and Information Technology filings, the C-DM measures 4,795 mm (4,810 mm) in length, 2,006 mm in width, and 1,875 mm in height, with a 2,800 mm wheelbase, which is slightly longer than the outgoing Shanhai T2.
Externally, the 2026 Traveller keeps the squared-off silhouette with sharp lines. Updates include a simplified fog-lamp area, removal of the front vertical trim strip, and, on the hybrid variant, a side-hinged spare wheel, transparent vertical tail lights, and new rectangular graphics in the rear bumper. Interior highlights are expected to include a black roof option, a panoramic sunroof, rear privacy glass, traditional door handles, and fixed side steps for the longer-wheelbase versions.
The petrol Traveller is available with a 1.5 T engine producing 135 kW and a 2.0 T engine producing 187 kW, both paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. The C-DM hybrid combines a 1.5 T petrol engine rated at 115 kW with dual front motors (165 kW/390 Nm) or a three-motor layout on higher trims (340 kW/700 Nm), using a 3-speed DHT hybrid gearbox and XWD intelligent all-wheel drive. Battery capacity ranges from 26.7 kWh for a 120 km EV range to 43.24 kWh for a 206–208 km range.
Petrol Travellers start at 139,900 yuan (≈ 19,600 USD), while the C-DM aligns closer to the petrol lineup, replacing the Shanhai T2 (179,900 yuan / ≈ 25,200 USD). Petrol models compete with seven-seat Honda CR-V and Nissan X-Trail variants, while the C-DM targets the Haval Dragon PHEV and the Beijing BJ40 extended-range SUV.
Jetour, launched under Chery in 2018 and established as a standalone brand in 2021, focuses on SUVs and travel-oriented vehicles. Offering both petrol and high-output plug-in hybrids aligns with wider Chinese OEM strategies for versatile powertrains ahead of complete electrification.
