st charging and can be recharged from 30% to 80% in just 25 minutes when connected to a DC charger. The company has not yet announced the local specifications for the C9 PHEV. Additionally, the company will introduce several new models from the Brand O&J division, including the new OMODA C7, JAECOO J7 SHS, and JAECOO J5 in 2025. Based on Omoda South Africa press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/29

JAECOO to launch J7 SHS plug-in hybrid SUV in South Africa On May 22, JAECOO announced the upcoming launch of the J7 SHS, a plug-in hybrid variant of the J7 SUV, in the South African market. The vehicle is scheduled to launch in June 2025, making it the second JAECOO-branded model to debut in the region. The vehicle is powered by a turbocharged 1.5-litre gasoline engine and an electric motor, paired with a dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT). It ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/23

Omoda & Jaecoo first 1,000 vehicles to go on sale in April in Brazil On March 6, it was announced that Omoda & Jaecoo's first batch of 1,000 SUVs is en route to Brazil and will be available for sale in April. The vehicles, including the Omoda 5 electric (OE5) and Jaecoo 7 plug-in hybrid (J7), left the ports of Shanghai and Tianjin, China, on February 27 and will be distributed through 50 dealerships across 17 states. The shipment will arrive at a...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/10

Jaecoo J7 PHEV makes first Southeast Asia launch in Malaysia; locally assembled On February 28, 2025, JAECOO Malaysia officially launched the J7 PHEV, priced from MYR 158,800. This marked the J7 PHEV’s first launch in Southeast Asia. Powered by the Super Hybrid System (SHS), this locally-assembled premium SUV redefines new energy mobility, offering a seamless blend of power, efficiency, and innovation. This 2WD model comes equipped with a 1.5-...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/05

Jaecoo J7 PHEV rolls off production line in Malaysia; Local launch in February Announced on February 13, 2025, the first locally assembled Jaecoo J7 PHEV has officially rolled off the production line at Jaecoo’s Shah Alam plant, Malaysia, which also assembles the non-PHEV Jaecoo J7 and Omoda C9. Scheduled for February 2025, the J7 PHEV will be launched in front-wheel-drive form to start, locally assembled with an estimated price of MYR 170,000....

News  Updated at: 2025/02/14

Chery’s Jaecoo brand launched in Indonesia; Jaecoo J7 PHEV to be presented at IIMS 2025 On January 21, 2025, Jaecoo Indonesia, a sub-brand of Chery International, officially introduced its brand and latest technology in Indonesia. Starting with the Super Hybrid System (SHS) on the JAECOO J7 SUV. This PHEV will be presented at the upcoming Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS 2025) in February. As the first PHEV from China in Indonesia, JAEC...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/24

Jaecoo Malaysia records sales of 7,041 J7 SUV units in 5 months since launch Reported on January 13, 2025, Jaecoo Malaysia recorded sales of 7,041 units of the J7 SUV in the 5 months after its launch in July 2024. The monthly figure of around 1,400 units is considered high for a newly launched C-SUV segment. Following the launch of the Omoda C9 in December, the company’s second model in Malaysia, the launch of J7 PHEV will take place in Februar...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/14

including: The JAECOO J5, which features a 13.2-inch touchscreen, the largest panoramic roof in its class, advanced air filtration, and smart climate control. The all-electric JAECOO J6. The final specifications and pricing for South Africa will be announced closer to the on-sale date. The JAECOO J7 PHEV offering consumers with plug-in hybrid vehicles at a reasonable price. The JAECOO J8 luxury SUV, which offers seating for up to seven passenge...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/27

Jaecoo Malaysia opens ROI for Jaecoo J7 PHEV; preparing to launch Omoda C9 by 2024 Reported on October 14, 2024, Jaecoo Malaysia has opened Registrations of interest (ROI) for the Jaecoo J7 PHEV, following its local preview showing in May. The petrol-powered J7 SUV with a 1.6-liter engine, launched in July, is priced from MYR 138,800 (the 2WD variant). The PHEV version, which is equipped with a 1.5 TGDi petrol engine is likely to be slightly pric...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/18

OMODA and JAECOO showcases vehicles at South Africa's 2024 Festival of Motoring On September 3, OMODA and JAECOO announced that it has showcased its JAECOO J7, the OMODA C5 and the soon-to-launch OMODA C9 coupé-style SUV at 2024 Festival of Motoring in Gauteng, South Africa, from August 30 to September 1, 2024. Additionally, the brand also previewed its upcoming expansion into the local new-energy vehicle market with the introduction of the full...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/03

OMODA to launch OMODA C5 in UAE by end of 2024 On August 26, OMODA and JAECOO announced that they will launch the OMODA C5, JAECOO J7, and OMODA E5 in the UAE. The new OMODA C5 will be launched in the UAE by the end of this year. The OMODA C5 has been awarded a new 5-star rating from ASEAN NCAP.  (Based on OMODA press release)...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/27

OMODA & JAECOO introduces electric OMODA E5 in UAE On July 24, OMODA & JAECOO introduced their all-electric SUV, the OMODA E5 in UAE.  Following previous announcements of the OMODA C5 and JAECOO J7, OMODA E5 will be the third model of the brand to be launched in the UAE market in the coming months. Equipped with a 61kWh battery capacity, 80kW fast charging power, and a 28-minute fast charging Blade (LFP) Battery, the OMODA E5 excels in high-temp...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/25

Chery Malaysia opens new plant in Shah Alam industrial zone; first in ASEAN to produce Jaecoo J7 SUV On June 18, 2024, Chery Auto Malaysia Sdn Bhd officially opened its new manufacturing plant, located in the Shah Alam industrial zone. The Chery Corporate Malaysia factory launch was commemorated with the first ever Jaecoo J7 AWD premium off-road SUV rolling off its production line. The official local launch of Jaecoo J7 will be held from July 19 ...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/19

capacity in Kulim and the upcoming plant will complement, not replace, production at Kulim. Located in Shah Alam, Selangor, the greenfield development is expected to be ready by Q3/2024. Chery’s models expected to be made at the new plant include the ‘My first Chery’ entry level model and the J7 SUV under Chery’s Jaecoo brand. Othe plans set to be conducted at Shah Alam plant include R&D work and exports to other RHD markets. (From an art...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/29

JAECOO launches J7 SUV in South Africa On April 12, JAECOO, the urban off-road SUV brand marque from Chery Automobile, introduced its J7 SUV in South Africa. The new SUV marks JAECOO's debut in South Africa, the first African market and right-hand-drive market to receive the J7. The vehicle will be available in three variants starting for ZAR 549,900 and going up to ZAR 679,900.  The J7 models are powered by a turbocharged 1.6-litre gasoline eng...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/15

Chery to launch JAECOO J7 in South Africa in April 2024 On March 1, Chery announced that JAECOO is ready to make its debut in South Africa, with the first batch of J7 vehicles having already arrived in South Africa. JAECOO will officially launch in April 2024 with JAECOO J7. The J7 is fitted with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder turbocharged gasoline engine that delivers 145 kW and 290 Nm of torque to all four wheels. Power is transferred to the AWD sys...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/01

Jaecoo J7 SUV to make first Southeast Asia launch in Malaysia; already undergoes off-road testing locally Reported on February 23, 2024, Jaecoo brand will be marketed in Malaysia as a completely separate brand from Chery. The Jaecoo J7 premium off-roader’s official local launch has been confirmed for H1/2024 (in CKD from the beginning), making Malaysia the first country in Southeast Asia to get this model. Also, the J7 has already undergone off...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/27

Jaecoo J7 and J8 SUVs previewed in Malaysia ahead of official launches planned in 2024 Reported on January 5, 2024, Jaecoo Malaysia has officially previewed the Jaecoo J7 and the Jaecoo J8, which are expected to be launched in Malaysia in Q2 and Q4 of 2024, respectively.  While their official starting prices have yet to be disclosed, the J7 and the J8 are expected to come with an estimated price of around MYR 160,000 and MYR 200,000, respective...

News  Updated at: 2024/01/09

JAECOO automotive brand to launch in UK in summer 2024 On December 20, JAECOO announced that it will introduce JAECOO J7, in the UK, in summer 2024. The launch of the J7 in the UK will come shortly after the launch of the sister brand, OMODA, and its OMODA 5 crossover.  The car has an innovative ARDIS (all-terrain driving intelligence system) and third-generation hybrid PHEV technology. The J7 is equipped with the industry-leading 8155 chip, alo...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/21

agship crossover JAECOO J8 in Russia in the first quarter of 2024. It will have a two-liter turbocharged engine with a capacity of 249 hp, a unique adaptive CDC suspension, and an all-wheel drive system. Currently, the JAECOO model range is represented by the stylish and attractive crossover JAECOO J7. It will also introduce two plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), built based on the J7 and J8 crossovers. The release of JAECOO J7 PHEV is expected in the seco...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/15