JSW Combat Plug-in Hybrid SUV Based on Chery Jetour T2 Set for India Launch; Expected Details Here
JSW Motors confirms 'Combat' as the name for its first SUV in India, based on the Chery Jetour T2 PHEV. Set for a festive season 2026 launch, the 5-seater plug-in hybrid SUV is expected to offer 360hp, 90km electric range, and a projected price of ₹30-50 lakh (ex-showroom). Get all the details on its rugged design, advanced features, and what to expect from.
JSW Motors, the automotive arm of the JSW Group, is gearing up for a significant foray into the Indian passenger vehicle market with its first offering, a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUV based on the Chery Jetour T2. The company has officially christened this rugged new SUV the 'Combat', with its India launch anticipated during the upcoming festive season of 2026. Some reports also indicate a potential release in early 2027.
The JSW-Chery Partnership Explained
The entry of JSW Motors into the automotive sector is bolstered by a strategic partnership with Chinese automaker Chery. Under this collaboration, Chery Automobile will supply components and certain technologies to JSW Group. However, JSW Motors will independently own and operate its new energy vehicle (NEV) brand in India, focusing on local manufacturing and developing indigenous EV technology. This arrangement bypasses equity deals, adhering to India's investment regulations for Chinese entities. Details were provided by CarLelo report. Denza Z9 GT and Denza D9 Luxury EVs to Launch in India by End of 2026; Check Details.
Design and Features: A Rugged and Feature-Rich Package
The JSW Combat is expected to largely retain the distinctive boxy and upright styling of the global-spec Jetour T2, exuding a robust and adventurous appeal. Visual highlights are set to include squarish LED headlamps, chunky bumpers, extensive body cladding, roof rails, and imposing 20-inch alloy wheels. The rear design will feature vertically oriented LED tail-lamps and a tailgate-mounted spare wheel, housed in a distinctive squircle-shaped cover. JSW-specific branding and subtle design tweaks to the grille, headlamps, and bumpers are also anticipated for the India-spec model.
Inside, the Combat promises a premium and technology-laden cabin. Key interior features are likely to include a large 15.6-inch infotainment touchscreen, a 10.6-inch digital driver's display, and a four-spoke steering wheel adorned with JSW branding. The SUV is also expected to offer a 12-speaker sound system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a panoramic sunroof, ventilated and powered front seats, ambient lighting, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) like adaptive cruise control. A 540-degree camera system, combining a 360-degree view with an underfloor perspective, is also on the cards.
Powertrain and Performance: Plug-in Hybrid Efficiency
The JSW Combat will be powered by a sophisticated plug-in hybrid powertrain. This setup is widely expected to combine a 1.5-litre direct-injection turbo-petrol engine with two electric motors and an 18.4 kWh battery pack. This configuration is anticipated to deliver a combined output of 360hp and 610Nm of torque, channelled through a 3-speed dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT). While the global Jetour T2 offers both front-wheel-drive (FWD) and all-wheel-drive (AWD) options, the Combat is likely to be offered exclusively with FWD in India.
Regarding range, the 18.4 kWh battery is expected to provide an NEDC-claimed electric-only range of approximately 90 km. The overall combined driving range with a full tank and charged battery is a remarkable 1,200 km. Some reports, however, suggest a larger 26.7 kWh battery pack, offering an electric range of around 139 km and a combined output of 381 hp.
Expected Pricing and Market Positioning
JSW Motors is reportedly targeting an aggressive price point for the Combat, with an expected ex-showroom price range of ₹30 lakh to ₹50 lakh. This positioning aims to establish the Combat as a unique proposition in the Indian market, offering a rugged, five-seater plug-in hybrid SUV alternative to traditional diesel SUVs like the Toyota Fortuner and strong-hybrid rivals such as the Honda ZR-V.
Launch Timeline
The JSW Combat is poised to make its India debut during the festive season of 2026, likely around Diwali. While some publications point to a potential launch in January 2027, the company's initial brand launch and customer engagement activities are expected to commence around the festive period this year. 2026 Hero Xtreme 125R Coming to India With Tech Upgrades; Launch Expected on October 2.
This launch will be pivotal for JSW Motors as it marks the brand's independent entry into India's competitive passenger vehicle landscape, with a strong focus on new energy vehicles.
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