THE summer sun peeked through the curtains as the Mokoena family bustled around their home. It was the first day of their long-awaited holiday road trip to the coast, a journey of almost 800 kilometers that would have seemed daunting in their old sedan. But this year was different.
“Dad, I’ve packed my boogie board!” shouted eight-year-old Thabo, dragging a bag almost as big as himself toward the front door.
Daniel Mokoena smiled, remembering the cramped trips of years past—the constant chorus of “He’s touching me!” and “I don’t have enough space!” from the back seat, the tetris-like challenge of fitting all their luggage, and the inevitable roadside stops to rearrange everything.
“Bring it out, son,” he called. “There’s plenty of room.”
Outside, bathed in morning light, stood their new Jetour X70 Plus. Three months earlier, when Daniel and his wife Lerato had decided their growing family—now including Lerato’s mother who had moved in with them—needed more space, they hadn’t expected to fall in love with a vehicle. Yet here they were.
“Everyone ready?” Lerato emerged from the house with their youngest, Naledi, balanced on her hip and a cooler bag in her free hand. Behind her, Gogo carried only her small handbag, her gentle smile reflecting anticipation for their first big trip together.
As Daniel opened the rear door, Thabo and his sister Dineo raced to claim their spots in the second row. “I need the middle!” Dineo declared, settling into her preferred position where she could see everything ahead.
“That’s fine,” Thabo shrugged, sliding in beside her. “I want to be near the window anyway.” No bickering, no fighting for space—a holiday miracle already in progress.
Gogo climbed elegantly into the third row, the adjustable second row providing ample space for her to move through. “Ah,” she said, settling into her seat. “This is quite comfortable. I can see everything!”
Daniel loaded their abundance of holiday gear into the boot—the cooler boxes, beach toys, suitcases—all disappearing effortlessly into the cavernous space. He remembered the salesperson’s words: “438 liters with all seats up.” Numbers that hadn’t meant much then, but translated perfectly to “everything fits” today.
As he took his place behind the wheel, Daniel ran his hand appreciatively over the sleek dashboard. The commanding view of the road ahead, the subtle chrome accents catching the morning light—this wasn’t just transportation; it felt like the beginning of their adventure.
“Navigation set,” Lerato announced, tapping the intuitive center console. “First stop is that farmstall outside Harrismith for breakfast.”
They pulled away from their neighborhood, the 1.5-liter turbocharged engine responding eagerly as they merged onto the highway. The dual-clutch transmission shifted smoothly as Daniel accelerated into the flow of traffic.
Hours later, having crossed provincial borders and landscape transitions from urban sprawl to rolling countryside, Daniel glanced in the rearview mirror. Naledi was fast asleep in her car seat. Thabo and Dineo were immersed in a peaceful game of I-spy, their earlier energy mellowed by the journey. Gogo was admiring the scenery, occasionally pointing out interesting landmarks to whoever would listen.
“Who would have thought?” Lerato said quietly, following his gaze. “No ‘are we there yet,’ no complaints about being squashed.”
Daniel nodded, remembering the conversation that had led them to choose this particular vehicle. The salesperson had mentioned something about the X70 Plus embodying Jetour’s “Travel Plus strategy,” words that had sounded like marketing speak at the time. But now, watching his family enjoy the journey as much as they would enjoy the destination, he understood.
“It’s not just a bigger car,” he replied. “It’s changing how we travel together.”
As they crested a hill, the road ahead unwound like a promise. The endless summer sky stretched before them, and in the comfortable cocoon of their Jetour X70 Plus, the Mokoena family wasn’t just going somewhere—they were already exactly where they needed to be.
The award-winning Jetour X70 Plus revolutionizes the family SUV experience with intelligent design that works for you:
- Flexible seating arrangements: Comfortably seats seven with an adjustable second row that creates extra legroom for third-row passengers
- Adaptable cargo space: Fold the third row flat for 438 litres of boot space or create a massive 1,680-litre cargo area with both rear rows folded
- Perfect for families and businesses: Seamlessly transitions between people-mover and cargo carrier
The X70 Plus makes a statement wherever you go:
- Bold exterior design: Commanding grille, sleek LED headlights, and premium chrome accents
- Elegant interior: Modern cabin environment blending comfort with sophisticated styling
- Capable performance: 1.5-litre turbocharged engine paired with a responsive 6-speed dual-clutch transmission
- Generous dimensions: 4,724mm length with a spacious 2,720mm wheelbase
Travel with confidence knowing the X70 Plus incorporates comprehensive safety features:
- Advanced ABS with EBD
- Tire pressure monitoring
- Electronic stability control
- Hill-hold and hill-descent control
- ISOFIX anchors for child seats
Named “Best 7-Seater of the Year” at the Egypt Car of the Year Awards, the Jetour X70 Plus delivers exceptional value starting at R454,900 for the Momentum model and R484,900 for the Deluxe edition.
Make this holiday season unforgettable with a vehicle that accommodates everyone in comfort. The Jetour X70 Plus – where family adventures begin.
