Car Profiles - JMC Orion

JMC ORION

A decent Chinese SUV which is aimed for Montero Sport buyer, this one has a Ford based diesel with VGT. Specifications list are decent enough, although the appeal is very limited.

The Good: Affordable and decently kitted

The Bad: Questionable durability

Price Range: P1,130,000

Our Rating: ***

Updated: August 31, 2014

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	Orion
Price	P1,130,000
Warranty	3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	Puma JX4D24 2.4 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	121hp
Torque	290Nm @ 2,500rpm
Fuel Type	Diesel
Fuel System	TDCi VGT
Transmission	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	68 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,740mm
Width	1,895mm
Height	1,862mm
Wheelbase	2,750mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	5 Door SUV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating	7
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Five Bar Cobot with Coil Spring and Lateral Rod
Front Brakes	Disc
Rear Brakes	Drum
Tires	265/65 R17
Wheels	17 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	2
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Traction/Stability Control	None
Other Safety Features	Reverse Radar, Door Opening Alarm Lamp, Driver Beltminder
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front
Other Exterior Features	High Mount Stop Lamp, Rear Wiper, Roof Rail, Step Board
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Manual
Seating Material	Leather
Other Interior Features	In Car Information Display, Central Glove Box
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Manual
Audio System	AM/FM/CD
Speakers
Steering Wheel Controls	None
Alarm	Yes
Keyless Entry	None
RIVALS	Chevrolet Trailblazer LT, Ford Everest 2.5, Mitsubishi Montero Sport GLX, Toyota Fortuner 2.5 G