Jetour Auto Philippines (JAPI) has steadily been growing in our market, and leading the way are its plug-in hybrids dubbed the Lightning i-DM models. These hybrids have helped Jetour climb the ranks of the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines (CAMPI) throughout the year, and now, one of those models has marked a significant milestone.
The Jetour T1 Lightning i-DM finished the first half of 2026 strong, where it was crowned the best-selling PHEV in H1. This ranking included all CAMPI members.
In total, Jetour has recorded 1,926 PHEV sales so far in 2026—that’s good for a 792% increase year-on-year. As a whole, the brand has moved 2,055 units in the first six months of the year, good for a 182% year-on-year growth.
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To the unfamiliar, the T1 Lightning i-DM is powered by a 1.5-liter gasoline engine with a 26.7kWh battery and a front-mounted electric motor. It comes with a sticker price of P1.798 million. We’ve already reviewed it—you can check it out here.
“Our performance in the first half of 2026 is a reflection of the trust and confidence that more Filipinos continue to place in the Jetour brand,” said JAPI managing director Miguelito Jose. “Having the Jetour T1 Lightning i-DM recognized as the Philippines’ top-selling PHEV model in the first half of 2026 is a proud achievement for our team and dealer partners. This achievement shows that Filipino customers have accepted and trusted Jetour because of our commitment to design, practicality, reliability, and value.”
