While most will know the popular QQ3 and Tiggo, Chery also played in the compact hatchback segment with the Chery J2. Available in TX and Swag trims, the Chery used a friendly 1.5-litre petrol engine to do its work.
Several years after its launch, the J2 is priced at a rather attractive pricepoint, placing it squarely in the crosshairs of those looking for an affordable first car, a second car or a car for their student offspring as they head out to University.
See what we have to say about the model in any one of the following articles.
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It may feel like just yesterday, but the Chery J2 launched in 2013, a whole 7-years ago. It entered into the hotly contested AB segment of hatchbacks, taking on the likes of the Volkswagen Polo Vivo, Toyota Etios and Ford Figo. Priced at a keen R129 000 at the time, the Chery J2 was clearly priced to sell.
2. Road test review of the 2016 Chery J2 Swag
2016 saw the introduction of a new version of the Chery J2, the J2 Swag. Fitted with a set of stylish alloy wheels, in 17-inch size, the Swag edition upped the ante and made the J2 more appealing to the younger buyer. Further enhancements included the fitment of a stainless steel exhaust tip.
3. Top 5 things you need to know about the Chery J2
Cut through the noise and get all the talking points you want as we delve into the Top 5 things that you need to know about the Chery J2. We look at the performance, safety and entertainment systems found in your typical Chery J2 offering.
4. 3 Chery J2 accessories you didn’t know you needed.
We all want to feel special and unique, and we like our cars to reflect our personalities. We look at 3 of the hottest accessories that you can fit to your Chery J2 to make it stand out from the crowd. These include styling, convenience and entertainment upgrades that are sure to make your time with your car that much more enjoyable.
5. How to replace a lightbulb on a Chery J2.
Buying the car is one thing, maintaining it is another. There's no need to go to a service centre or dealership to change a headlight bulb, this is a task that you can tackle yourself, even if you've never worked on a car!
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