JSW Motors Limited — the passenger vehicle division of the JSW Group — is preparing to enter the Indian auto market with its first car, a plug-in hybrid SUV based on the Jetour T2, targeted for late 2026. The model will be launched under the JSW badge and assembled locally in Maharashtra.
Key Verified Details
1. First Independent Model by JSW Motors
• This SUV will be JSW Motors’ first independent product, separate from its ongoing partnership with MG Motor India.
• It marks JSW’s ambition to become a standalone automotive brand in India rather than just work with joint ventures.
2. Collaboration with Chery and Jetour Platform
• The SUV is based on the Jetour T2 — a mid-size SUV globally manufactured by Jetour, a brand of Chinese automaker Chery.
• However, the India version will not carry the Jetour brand and could be named differently under JSW’s own branding.
3. Local Assembly in Maharashtra
• Production will take place at JSW’s greenfield facility in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar (Aurangabad), Maharashtra.
• This aligns with JSW’s strategy to localise production while maintaining competitive pricing. (Autocar)
4. Plug-in Hybrid Powertrain (PHEV)
• The India-spec version is expected to be the Jetour T2 i-DM plug-in hybrid model, not the conventional petrol-only variant.
• The hybrid system pairs a 1.5-litre petrol engine with an electric motor and a battery pack. (Autocar)
5. Design and Size
• It is a 5-seat mid-size SUV with a boxy, rugged design and large proportions.
• Global specs show a length of about 4.7 m and width around 2 m, giving it a premium road presence larger than some current mid-size SUVs in India.
6. Platform and Build
• The T2 uses a unibody (monocoque chassis) — a construction similar to modern crossover-SUVs that blends comfort with structural rigidity.
• This is unlike traditional body-on-frame SUVs and helps in handling and ride quality.
7. Drivetrain Options Globally, India Choice Pending
• Globally, the T2 i-DM plug-in hybrid is offered in both front-wheel-drive (FWD) and all-wheel-drive (AWD) formats.
• JSW has not yet confirmed which drivetrain layout will be introduced in India.
8. Expected Launch Timeline
• Multiple media reports indicate that the JSW-branded hybrid SUV could reach Indian showrooms by the third quarter of 2026.
• This timeline positions it for a festive season push, a key period for SUV sales in India.
9. Pricing Outlook
• Official Indian pricing has not been announced yet.
• Based on international prices (e.g., UAE pricing for the FWD Jetour T2 i-DM at approx. ₹35 lakh), the India-spec model could debut in the ₹35–45 lakh (ex-showroom) ballpark, depending on localisation and specs.
10. Strategic Significance
• This launch showcases JSW’s intent to compete in the premium SUV segment and offers one of the few plug-in hybrid options outside of luxury brands in India.
• By offering a hybrid SUV, JSW is responding to increasing consumer interest in electrified mobility before full EV adoption scales further.
Verified Source for Reference
• JSW ties up with Chery to launch Jetour T2 in India – Autocar India (January 14, 2026): https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news-amp/jsw-ties-up-with-chery-to-launch-jetour-t2-in-india-438808 (Autocar)
