Chinese car maker Chery has launched its J3
small hatch in Australia, going on sale in all states except for Victoria,
where the absence of electronic stability control has kept the J3 from sale. Priced
at $14,990 drive-away, the J3 becomes Australia's most affordable small car -
and it offers a comfort and convenience list that more than stacks up against
its pricier rivals.
Engine
The J3 is powered by a 1.6 litre petrol engine producing 87kW and 147Nm of torque, making it one of the lower-powered models in the segment. The J3 is powered by a 1.6 litre petrol engine producing 87kW and 147Nm of torque, making it one of the lower-powered models in the segment.
The J3 is powered by a 1.6 litre petrol engine producing 87kW and 147Nm of torque, making it one of the lower-powered models in the segment. The J3 is powered by a 1.6 litre petrol engine producing 87kW and 147Nm of torque, making it one of the lower-powered models in the segment.
Features
Standard features for the J3 include leather seats all-round, climate control, and steering-mounted audio controls. There are also electric windows all-round, electric side mirrors, remote central locking, rain-sensing wipers and dusk-sensing headlights. Standard safety features include reversing sensors, six airbags (front, side and curtain), anti-lock braking and electronic brake force distribution. Crucially, the J3 is not equipped with electronic stability control, ruling the new hatch out for sale in Victoria. Similar laws go into effect across Australia from November, however models released before November can be sold without ESC until 2013.
Standard features for the J3 include leather seats all-round, climate control, and steering-mounted audio controls. There are also electric windows all-round, electric side mirrors, remote central locking, rain-sensing wipers and dusk-sensing headlights. Standard safety features include reversing sensors, six airbags (front, side and curtain), anti-lock braking and electronic brake force distribution. Crucially, the J3 is not equipped with electronic stability control, ruling the new hatch out for sale in Victoria. Similar laws go into effect across Australia from November, however models released before November can be sold without ESC until 2013.
Pros:
- Cheap
- Affordable
Cons:
- Not particularly cheerful
- Questionable safety
- Poor dynamics
Rating:
3/5 Stars
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