Omoda & Jaecoo to introduce new models in Brazil in 2025 On June 12, it was reported that Omoda & Jaecoo will expand their vehicle lineup in Brazil with the importation of two new models: the Omoda 5 HEV and the Omoda 7 SHS. This move comes less than two months after the company began selling its first vehicles in the country. Both models were unveiled at the Interlagos Festival in São Paulo and are expected to go on sale in the fourth quarter o...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/14

Mexican vehicle sales down 0.4% in May 2025 On June 4, Mexico’s Instituto Nacional de Estadistica y Geografia (INEGI) reported sales of 119,959 light vehicles in May, representing a decrease of 0.4% from the 120,452 sales in May 2024. Nissan sold 22,573 units in May, an increase of 8.4% from the previous year. Overall Volkswagen Group sales of 12,618 units in May decreased 10.2% from the same month in 2024. General Motors sold 15,604 units, a d...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/05

OMODA and JAECOO to launch C9 PHEV in South Africa On May 28, OMODA and JAECOO announced that they will expand their lineup with the launch of a new C9 PHEV, a plug-in hybrid version of the flagship C9 range in South Africa. The C9 PHEV is powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged gasoline engine paired with four electric motors, producing a combined output of 440 kW and 915 Nm of torque. It features a 34.5 kWh battery pack that provides an all-electr...

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

JAECOO 7 SHS PHEV arrives in Thailand, deliveries from May 2025 Announced on May 23, 2025, OMODA & JAECOO (Thailand) has confirmed that the JAECOO 7 SHS plug-in hybrid SUV is ready for the Thai market, with the first batch already in the country and deliveries set to begin by May 2025. The JAECOO 7 SHS, featuring advanced Super Hybrid System (SHS) technology, boasts a combined driving range of up to 1,300 km (based on NEDC standards). In Thailand...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/23

CHERY unveils advanced super hybrid system tech and model launch plans at TECH DAY in Thailand On May 15, 2025, CHERY Automobile held “The Next Era Mobility: TECH DAY by CHERY and OMODA & JAECOO” in Bangkok, showcasing advancements in new energy vehicle (NEV) technology to support Thailand’s electric mobility growth. One of the highlights was the launch of next-generation hybrid powertrain technologies, including the CHS (CHERY Hybrid Syste...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/19

CHERY, OMODA & JAECOO announce updates on Thailand plant and local market plans On May 15, 2025, CHERY and OMODA & JAECOO announced progress on the construction of their new manufacturing facility in Thailand. Located in Nikhom Phatthana District, Rayong, the plant represents a THB 5 billion investment and covers an area of 104 rai.  Operations are scheduled to start in Q3/2025, with a targeted annual production capacity of 80,000 units by 2028....

News  Updated at: 2025/05/19

Omoda opens presales for 9 SHS SUV in Spain On April 23, Omoda announced the opening of pre-orders for the Omoda 9 SHS, in Spain. At 4.77 meters long, 1.92 meters wide and 1.67 meters high, it features a sleek cross-coupé body with a drag coefficient of 0.308. It’s plug-in hybrid system combines a 1.5-liter turbo engine with three electric motors, delivering a total of 535 hp and 650 Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 secon...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/01

Omoda unveils refreshed C5 X series in South Africa On April 17, OMODA unveiled the refreshed C5 X Series compact crossover in South Africa, with prices starting at ZAR 425,900. The vehicle is equipped with a 1.5-litre turbocharged gasoline engine paired with a new six-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT), delivering 115 kW of power and 230 Nm of torque. The vehicle can now accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in just 9 seconds, reducing the time by 0.9...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/17

Omoda and Jaecoo brands launch in Brazil The Chinese Chery Group’s Omoda and Jaecoo brands were officially launched in Brazil, debuting with two models, the Omoda E5 compact electric SUV and the Jaecoo 7 compact plug-in hybrid SUV. The vehicles will be initially imported, though manufacturing in Brazil should begin before 2028. The Omoda E5 is a compact SUV-coupe with dimensions similar to the Jeep Compass. It will be offered in two versions: a...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/17

Mexican vehicle sales up 1.3% in March 2025 On April 2, Mexico’s Instituto Nacional de Estadistica y Geografia (INEGI) reported sales of 127,360 light vehicles in March, representing an increase of 1.3% from the 125,760 sales in March 2024. Nissan sold 23,625 units in March, an increase of 0.4% from the previous year. Overall Volkswagen Group sales of 13,850 units in March increased 2.8% from the same month in 2024. General Motors sold 18,009 u...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/02

Omoda unveils new OMODA 9 PHEV midsize SUV in Spain On March 6, Omoda unveiled the new midsize SUV OMODA 9 SHS (Super Hybrid System) plug-in hybrid for the first time in Spain. OMODA 9 is a SUV with a cross-coupe line, with a dimension of 4.77 meters long, 1.92 meters wide, 1.67 meters high, and a wheelbase of 2.8 meters. The new OMODA 9 features the advanced plug-in hybrid powertrain, with 34.46 kWh advanced CATL M3P battery and a 70-litre fuel ...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/10

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

Mexican vehicle sales up 2.9% in February 2025 On March 4, Mexico’s Instituto Nacional de Estadistica y Geografia (INEGI) reported sales of 117,679 light vehicles in February, representing an increase of 2.9% from the 114,408 sales in February 2024. Nissan sold 21,444 units in February, an increase of 17.0% from the previous year. Overall Volkswagen Group sales of 13,634 units in February decreased 1.0% from the same month in 2024. General Moto...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/05

Omoda & Jaecoo agree to partner with 50 Thai EV parts makers, generating trade value of THB 2.1 billion On February 25, Omoda & Jaecoo (Thailand), a subsidiary of Chery Automobile, together with the Board of Investment (BOI) and UOB Bank Public Company Limited, jointly organized “OMODA & JAECOO Sourcing Day” in Bangkok, Thailand. Omoda & Jaecoo sought partnership with electric vehicle (EV) component makers in Thailand, focusing on 6 key group...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/03

Omoda and Jaecoo Motor Philippines holds official brand launch; 3 models made available On February 18, 2025, Omoda and Jaecoo Motor Philippines Inc. held its official brand launch event in the Philippines, presenting the newly launched Omoda C5 crossover, Omoda E5 BEV, and Jaecoo EJ6 e-SUV, all imported from China. According to the company, it set an initial monthly sales target of 500 units per month (during Q1) before increasing it to 1,000 un...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/21

Caoa Chery transfers space of Jacareí plant to Omoda & Jaecoo in Brazil On February 6, it was reported that the former Caoa International and Chery Automobile have signed an agreement with Acteco Brasil, operating as Omoda & Jaecoo Brazil Automobile, to transfer 436,000 of the 1 million square meters of its plant in Jacareí, closed since May 2022. However, this land does not include the existing factory structure. Omoda Jaecoo, a Chery Group br...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/08

Mexican vehicle sales up 5.9% in January 2025 On February 5, Mexico’s Instituto Nacional de Estadistica y Geografia (INEGI) reported sales of 119,811 light vehicles in January, representing an increase of 5.9% from the 113,093 units in January 2024. Nissan sold 20,279 units in January, an increase of 1.5% from the previous year.Overall Volkswagen Group sales of 14,863 units in January increased 9.2% from the same month in 2024. General Motors s...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/06

EBRO to begin production of PHEV models at Zona Franca plant, Spain from March 2025 On January 29, multiple sources reported that Ebro plans to begin manufacturing plug-in hybrids at its Zona Franca plant in Spain in March and April 2025. The first model to feature this engine will be the S700, followed by the S800. The plant is set to produce test units in March and start mass production by the end of the month or early next month. Initially, th...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/03

Jaecoo EJ6 EV set to be launched in Philippines, starting with dual motor AWD version Reported on January 13, 2025, Omoda & Jaecoo Philippines is set to launch the all-electric Jaecoo EJ6. This followed the start of retail sales of the Omoda C5 and E5 in the Philippines. O&J’s local dealers have reportedly revealed the specifications of the EJ6. Prices are said to start at PHP 1,849,000 for the dual motor AWD version. Also known as Jaecoo J6 an...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/16