What are the differences between the Shadow Leopard J15 and J16?

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SanWilliam
08/30/25 8:00am
The difference between the Shadow Leopard J15 and J16 is that the J16 comes with an additional rear wing and spoiler compared to the J15. Model Positioning: The GAC Trumpchi Shadow Leopard is built on the GAC GPMA platform, serving as the first sports sedan under this platform, positioned in the compact segment. Power Specifications: It is equipped with an all-new third-generation 1.5TGDI engine paired with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission, delivering a maximum power of 130kW and a peak torque of 270N·m. The 0-100 km/h acceleration time is 6.95 seconds, with a fuel consumption as low as 5.7L per 100 km. It features four commonly used driving modes, and a 2.0T version may be introduced in the future.
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DiKathryn
09/12/25 4:54am
I've been driving the Trumpchi J15 for half a year, and recently borrowed a friend's J16 for a few days. The most noticeable difference is the interior: the J16 features leather-wrapped seats with better support, making long drives less tiring for the back, while the J15 has fabric seats that are prone to getting dirty and slightly less comfortable. In terms of the infotainment system, the J16 has a larger 10-inch touchscreen with faster response times, making navigation and music switching smoother; the J15's 8-inch screen occasionally lags. Regarding driving feel, the J16's chassis tuning leans towards comfort, with softer suspension and less noise on bumpy roads, making it ideal for daily commutes or family trips; the J15 is stiffer, offering more direct handling but slightly harsher ride. The J16 is over 10,000 RMB more expensive, but considering these upgrades, especially for frequent city driving in traffic, I think it's worth it. Maintenance costs are similar for both, requiring regular oil changes approximately every 5,000 kilometers.
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