THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE
Model dossier
- Production period
- 2008
- Body style
- Hatchback
- Type
- Mass
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR
Coachbuilding, design & conversions
PRICE & SALES RECORD
Vehicle value
- Original price
- Not documented
- Latest recorded sale
- Not documented
01 / THE STORY
History & context
The Chery J3 is a compact car that was produced by the Chinese automaker Chery between 2008 and 2015. It was available in two body styles: a 4-door sedan, known as the A3, and a 5-door hatchback, designated as the J3. The model was first revealed as a concept car at the 2006 Beijing Motor Show, where it garnered attention for its modern design. The production version of the Chery J3 debuted two years later, going on sale in September 2008. One of the key features of the Chery J3 was its design, which was created by the renowned Italian design studio Pininfarina. This collaboration gave the J3 a sleek and stylish appearance, setting it apart from many other cars in its class. The car’s exterior was characterized by smooth lines and a modern, dynamic profile, reflecting the influence of Pininfarina’s signature design language. Under the hood, the Chery J3 was equipped with a range of engine options, including 1.5-liter and 1.6-liter gasoline engines, which offered a balance of power and fuel efficiency. The vehicle was designed to be practical and affordable, making it an appealing choice for buyers in markets looking for a budget-friendly compact car with modern features. Throughout its production run, the Chery J3 was well received for its stylish design and competitive pricing. It served as an important model for Chery, helping to establish the brand’s presence in the global automotive market. Although production of the Chery J3 ended in 2015, the car remains a noteworthy example of Chinese automotive design, showcasing the potential for collaboration between Chinese manufacturers and international design firms like Pininfarina.
02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY
Specifications & construction
Production & construction
- Production type
- Mass
Engine & performance
- Specification notes
- Official Chery J3 hatchback brochure verifies wheelbase 2550 mm and dimensions 4282 × 1792 × 1467 mm. Engine/output are kept variant-level because the canonical record represents the hatchback model family, not only the brochure's 1.6 TXE trim.
Dimensions & accommodation
- Wheelbase
- 2,550 mm
- Length
- 4,282 mm
- Width
- 1,792 mm
- Height
- 1,467 mm
Design & manufacture
- Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
- Pininfarina
- Manufacturer · Documented
- Chery
06 / EVENTS & AWARDS
Events & awards
No events or documented awards are currently recorded for this vehicle.
07 / THE VEHICLE IN DETAIL
Photo gallery 1 photographs
08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE
Archive
References held in the vehicle dossier. Their inclusion does not establish that every historical claim has been independently verified.
| Reference | Source type |
|---|---|
| Chery J3 — Equipment and Technical Specifications cheryauto.co.za | Manufacturer brochure |











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