Does Sehol Belong to JAC or Volkswagen?
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Sehol is jointly owned by JAC and Volkswagen. Sehol is a new brand established through the cooperation between JAC Motors and Volkswagen, with equal investment and shares from both parties. It was founded on April 24, 2018, and vehicles under the Sehol brand will feature a lightning logo. Below is additional information: 1. Brand Introduction: The Chinese name 'Sehol' reflects the concept of clean and sustainable energy. The brand's conceptualization and design were completed by Volkswagen's SEAT design team. The Sehol brand primarily focuses on the new energy vehicle sector and sustainable mobility technologies. Currently, it has launched two models: the Sehol X8 and Sehol E20X. 2. Body Dimensions: The new vehicle measures 4815mm in length, 1870mm in width, and 1758mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2830mm. 3. Intelligence Features: The Sehol X8 is equipped with L2 autonomous driving, along with internet connectivity and the latest generation of iFLYTEK in-car voice system. 4. Powertrain: The Sehol X8 is powered by a 1.5TGDI second-generation direct-injection engine, delivering a maximum power of 135KW and a maximum torque of 300Nm. It accelerates from 0 to 50km/h in 5.2 seconds, meeting the China VI-b emission standards. The engine is paired with a 6MT or a 6DCT wet dual-clutch automatic transmission.
As a long-time car user with a good understanding of the Sehol brand, I see it as neither purely a JAC nor a Volkswagen product, but rather a joint venture between the two. Back in 2017, JAC Motors and Volkswagen Group jointly established JAC Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd., with Sehol being the sub-brand of this joint venture, specializing in electric vehicles and SUVs. I recently test-drove the Sehol X8 and found its performance quite solid, incorporating Volkswagen's technical standards in design, yet priced significantly lower than pure German cars—ideal for budget-conscious buyers like me. Post-joint venture, their factory in Anhui has rolled out several models, such as the Sehol E10X, which has been well-received in the new energy market. Sehol's ownership structure reflects an innovative model of Sino-foreign automaker collaboration: Volkswagen provides chassis and electronic control technology, while JAC handles local production and market adaptation. In the long run, this partnership helps enhance cost-performance, making quality cars more accessible to average consumers.
