Overview

Released in September 2011, the Chery M1X J3 was a small, five-door hatchback. Manufactured in Wuhu, China, the front-wheel drive J3 was powered by a 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol engine that was initially mated to a five-speed manual transmission.

The 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol engine had double overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder and a compression ratio of 10.5:1. In August 2013, an updated engine was introduced which had variable valve timing and a seven-speed continuously variable transmission (CVT) replaced the five-speed manual unit.

Compared to the light J1 hatchback which it sold alongside, the J3 was 567 mm longer (at 4280 mm), 214 mm wider (1792 mm), 108 mm lower (1467 mm) and had a 160 mm longer wheelbase (2550 mm). Furthermore, the J3 had MacPherson strut front suspension and semi-independent trailing arms rear suspension with a track bar.

Safety equipment

Standard safety equipment for the J3 included dual front airbags, front side airbags, full-length curtain airbags, ABS, electronic brake force distribution and front seatbelt pretensioners.

In August 2013, safety equipment was extended to include traction control and electronic stability. Prior to this date, the J3 was not available for sale in Victoria because of the omission of electronic stability control.

Features

Standard features for the J3 included 16-inch alloy wheels, a six speaker sound system with MP3-compatibility, climate control air conditioning, leather seats, front fog lights, rain-sensing wipers, automatic headlights, rear parking sensors, 60/40 split rear seats, steering wheel audio controls, remote central locking, power windows and mirrors, a 12 volt power outlet and an immobiliser.

From August 2013, the J3 was further equipped with a CD player, a USB input and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.

Brochure

• Brochure: Chery M1X J3 (September 2011)

Related links

• Chery Australia: Chery J3
• Wikipedia.org: Chery J3

Recalls: Chery M1X J3

Overview

Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally. 

Recalls: Chery M1X J3

• In August 2012, a recall was issued for Chery J3 vehicles due to the engine intake manifold gasket (part number B11-1205311) containing a small amount of bonded asbestos fibre. The gasket was to remain in the vehicle until normal in-service replacement was necessary, although customers could request that the affected gaskets be replaced. For additional information regarding this recall, please seePRA 2012/13251.  As per the recall,
  ‘There is no asbestos-related health risk to the driver or any passengers who use the vehicle. The gaskets are tightly embedded in the vehicle and present no hazard during normal operation of the vehicle.’

Problems and faults: Chery M1X J3

Overview

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Problems and faults: Chery M1X J3

No troubleshooting information is currently available for the Chery M1X J3.

Released in September 2011, the Chery M1X J3 was a small, five-door hatchback. Manufactured in Wuhu, China, the front-wheel drive J3 was powered by a 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol engine that was initially mated to a five-speed manual transmission… Read full Chery M1X J3 review

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