The JETOUR Dashing Lightning i-DM will certainly tick all the boxes in your checklist. This head turner is accompanied with a modern cabin that will certainly put a smile on your face every time you take it out for a drive. Add to that its very capable electrified drivetrain and you have power and functionality to go with the Dashing’s great look.

The front face alone is something to stop and stare at. The slim DRLs together with the integrated grille give it a sleek and unique face. The low position headlights are shaped to complement the grille giving it a low-key profile and doesn’t take much attention to itself.

There’s just the right amount of cladding on the side profile, nothing obnoxious unlike in other crossovers in its class. What you’ll like here is the flush door handles that pop out when the doors are unlocked. Then the character lines will lead your eyes to the wide hips by the rear wheel wells. You’ll also notice the floating roof design as indicated by the black panel by the rear glass. It may be a dated design cue but JETOUR made it work by using it to emphasize the downward slope of the roofline that gave the Dashing a sleek silhouette.

Now the rear isn’t as flashy as the front face, but it certainly is tasteful thanks to the mix of simplicity and sportiness. Up top is a tailgate spoiler that’s pretty long and has air holes. Moving down, the taillights finish off the lines from the wide hips and introduce you to the tailgate’s flat end. There are few contours on the tailgate itself that are nicely done to avoid being bland. The relatively tall diffuser at the rear bumper complements it really well. It gives the classy looking tailgate some much needed angst. Combined with the spoiler, it gives the Dashing’s rear a very sporty vibe.

It’s all about space in the second row of the cabin. There are modern amenities like the high center armrest with cup holders, second row air vents, a single charging port, cubby holes, and a panoramic sunroof. But once you make a move, you’ll notice that you have a lot of room in the JETOUR Dashing Lightning i-DM. The roof may be sloping down and yet you have a high headroom and there’s abundant space for your legs. There’s no center tunnel as well so your feet can do as they please.

The front section of the cabin is something to behold. The resulting minimalist layout was thanks to the huge touchscreen housing most of the controls. You have a 2-spoke flat bottom steering wheel that feels great to the touch, a dashboard-integrated digital instrument cluster with a heads-up display, and a floating center console that has the wireless charger. There are ambient lighting strips in key areas, as well as USB-A and USB-C ports, and a fast 40w wireless charger.

The JETOUR Dashing Lightning i-DM goes beyond simple amenities as well. The front passenger will certainly appreciate the 5-Mode Smart Luxe Seat that is very relaxing as it has a massage mode that will give them a good rest during the drive. It even has an electric leg support for a real resting position. There’s also a memory function for both front seats as well as heating and ventilation for those extra cold or hot days.

Now all of this rides on a drivetrain that is fitted with two electric motors that are smart. Hence, the Intelligent Dual Motor (i-DM) moniker. Along with the 1.5-liter engine that acts as a generator for the batteries, it gives the JETOUR Dashing Lightning i-DM a maximum of 545 Nm of torque ensuring quick acceleration and power on hill climbs.

The dual motor setup also allows you to have a combined range of around 1,200km. ‘Around’ because it can be extended further thanks to Regenerative Braking and the road conditions of your trip.

Every drive is also safe as the JETOUR Dashing Lightning i-DM has a 540-degree Panoramic Parking View, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Speed Limit Sign Warning among others.

If that’s not enough for your peace of mind, JETOUR has a one-million kilometer, or 6 years warranty for the vehicle, whichever comes first. There’s a separate 10-year engine warranty as well.

As said before, the JETOUR Dashing Lightning i-DM will tick all the boxes in your list. Its handsome look is complemented by a modern and comfortable cabin, it has future-proof amenities, has a complete set of safety features, and has great warranty to boot. Lastly, it has the power to take you to Sagada and back to Metro Manila without any worries. So if you’re looking for your next hip crossover that is more environment friendly, look no further than the JETOUR Dashing Lightning i-DM.