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Jaecoo J7 – what are the differences between the PHEV and ICE variants?

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Last week, Jaecoo Malaysia launched the J7 PHEV at a very enticing price of RM158,800, which is more than RM10,000 lower than the estimated price announced in October last year.

At first glance, the J7 PHEV appears to be a spitting image of the ICE-powered J7, but both models are rather distinctive, not only when it comes to powertrain but also in the aspects of exterior and interior design.

Powertrain

As its name suggests, the J7 PHEV comes with a plug-in hybrid powertrain rather than an internal combustion engine like the J7. The powertrain, dubbed as the Super Hybrid System, combines a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder Deep Miller-cycle engine producing 141 hp and 215 Nm of torque, with an electric motor that generates 204 PS and 310 Nm of torque.

The combination results in a total system output of 347 PS and 525 Nm, which is transmitted to the front wheels via a single-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission or DHT.

Exterior

From the outside, the J7 PHEV can be distinguished by several features. This includes the wheels, as the J7 PHEV is fitted with aerodynamic 19-inch rims wrapped in Kumho tyres.

Additionally, the newly launched SUV can also be identified by its more aerodynamic mirror design (with silver trim), a Range Rover-esque rear bumper with zero visible exhaust tips, a ‘PHEV’ badge on the tailgate, and a charging port located on the right side.

Interior

Get inside and the first thing you will notice is that the J7 PHEV’s centre console is visibly tidier than that of the J7. This is because the conventional gear lever found in the latter has been removed and replaced with a column shifter.

The wireless charging tray remains, but the drive mode selector is now gone while the cup holders are now positioned horizontally to make room for a row of buttons for the hybrid system. Additionally, the J7 PHEV showcases a simpler door card design compared its non-hybrid sibling.

Features

The infotainment system in both the J7 PHEV and J7 is one and the same, comprising a 10.25-inch digital instrument panel, a 14.8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a head-up display, and a Sony audio system with eight speakers.

Boot Space

Despite being equipped with a battery located beneath the boot floor, the J7 PHEV offers greater boot space compared to the J7, measuring 500 litres. However, the kicker is it does not come with a spare tyre – buyers get a tyre repair kit instead.

Jaecoo says the tonneau cover on the J7 PHEV can be used as a projector screen, which can be directly powered by the vehicle through the Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) function.

Pricing

As aforementioned, the J7 PHEV is priced at RM158,800. The J7, on the other hand, is available at RM138,800 for the 2WD variant and RM148,800 for the AWD variant.

The J7 PHEV comes with a seven-year engine warranty or up to 150,000 km, and an eight-year warranty or up to 160,000 km for the battery, power motor, and power motor control unit. The eight-year warranty offers a one-to-one replacement if the State of Health (SOH) of the battery falls below 70% within the warranty period.

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7,041 units of the Jaecoo J7 were sold in just five months

Jaecoo Malaysia has announced that it managed to sell 7,041 units of the Jaecoo J7 in the first five months following its launch in July last year.

Jaecoo Malaysia vice president Emily Lek stated, “We appreciate our customers for their faith in the Jaecoo brand and we will remain dedicated to deliver on our brand promise with best-in-class vehicles and a premium ownership experience.”

Following the success of the J7 and C9 models in 2024, Jaecoo Malaysia aims to introduce more new models in 2025, in line with its mission to provide a range of affordable luxury vehicles in the automotive market.

The company’s efforts will begin with the launch of the J7 PHEV in February 2025. In preparation for its launch, the SUV will undertake a long-distance driving challenge across three countries – Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand – using a single full tank of petrol and one charge.

Meanwhile, to appreciate the achievements of its dealer network, Jaecoo has recognised 12 outstanding dealers at its first dealer award ceremony.

During the event, Auto Galaksi, which is based in Johor, took home the trophy for achieving the highest sales within the network.

Also recognised at the dealer awards ceremony were Gagner Auto, ES Premium Holdings, Luxury Legend, Siang Hin (KL), Apple Autotech, Kluster Automobile, Carshen, AAW Nexus, BH Premium Auto, Indah Utara Enterprise, and Tropical Impact Auto.

“These awards recognise the vital role our dealer network plays in the brand’s overall achievement. We will continue to expand our dealer network in line with our ambition to provide the absolute best customer experience” said Emily.

In an effort to identify further growth opportunities, Jaecoo will be expanding its evaluation to include Best Customer Service Index (CSI) and Sales Satisfaction Index (SSI) scores among others in the coming year.

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Jaecoo Malaysia launches J-Club for J7 SUV owners

JAECOO Malaysia has announced that it has started customer deliveries of the J7 AWD, which was officially launched in July.

The company stated that 500 units of the J7 have been delivered so far, following the delivery of the first 500 units of the J7 to dealers last August.

“We deeply appreciate the excitement of our customers who are looking forward to driving their dream Jaecoo J7 SUV home or on adventures off the beaten track.

Alongside our commitment to delivering vehicles on schedule, JAECOO Malaysia is taking the necessary time and effort to ensure all vehicles are of the highest quality that meet stringent international safety standards,” said Leo Chen, Executive Vice President of Chery Corporate Malaysia.

As for the 2WD variant of the J7, Jaecoo says it is preparing to deliver the model to dealerships ahead of the initial September date.

Jaecoo has also announced the launch of an owners club known as the J-Club. According to Emily Lek, Vice President of Jaecoo Malaysia, every Jaecoo vehicle owner will automatically become an elite J-Club member who will be able to enjoy additional benefits.

“This includes personalised service from highly trained personnel dedicated to ensuring peace of mind for each owner,” said Emily.

The J-Club will also allow members to enjoy limited-time offers such as maintenance service deals and the opportunity to participate in social activities, such as J-Club organized events including glamping excursions and car care workshops.

Members will also receive exclusive invitations involving artist collaborations, auto show invitations, and the opportunity to visit the brand’s manufacturing plant in China.

Jaecoo will host its inaugural J-Club gathering event on September 7 from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM at Sentul Pavilion, Kuala Lumpur.

J-Club members will be kept informed about Jaecoo’s latest updates through email, messaging platforms like WhatsApp and WeChat, and the J-Club Facebook page.

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First 500 units of Jaecoo J7 delivered to dealerships

JAECOO Malaysia has officially begun delivering its first 500 units of the J7 premium off-road SUV to dealerships.

The brand has been at work over the past seven months setting up a self-sufficient ecosystem and network, which culminated in the official launch of the J7 in mid-July.

Three weeks since the launch, the brand is now fulfilling its promise of delivering the first batch of J7 SUVs in the third quarter of the year, well within its anticipated schedule.

“It has been a great year for Jaecoo beginning with an exciting preview period which led to an overwhelmingly positive reception during the official launch of the J7. We are very excited to deliver the first 500 units of our J7, and we are equally excited to place customers in the driver’s seat of Malaysia’s hottest premium off-road SUV,” said Chery Corporate Malaysia Executive Vice President, Leo Chen.

The first 500 units comprise the all-wheel-drive (AWD) variant. The next group, to be delivered in September, will comprise the two-wheel-drive (2WD) variant.

The J7 is priced at RM148,800 for the AWD variant, and at RM138,800 for the 2WD. Jaecoo’s pricing strategy has positioned the J7 as a formidable challenger in the C-segment SUV category as an attainable luxury brand.

“Our focus is on maintaining a steady momentum of delivering orders for the J7 in the coming months. We are also very happy to share that our network is ready to immerse our customers in the Jaecoo “From Classic, Beyond Classic” premium customer experience, from vehicle handovers to after-sales service,” said Jaecoo Malaysia Vice President, Emily Lek.

Both variants of the J7 come with a seven-year/150,000 km mileage warranty, a testament to the brand’s confidence in its innovation and quality.

Customers will be supported by a nationwide dealership network comprising 35 locations across the country, a dedicated production plant and a Jaecoo genuine parts warehouse, ensuring speedy and seamless after-sales support.

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Jaecoo J7 officially launched – 1.6 TGDI, 2WD and AWD, from RM139k

We sense that many are interested and eagerly anticipating the launch of the Jaecoo J7 due to its premium design and attractive estimated price of around RM150k.

Good news, after several preview series, this SUV is officially launched today, with the following prices and variants:

Jaecoo J7 2WD: RM138,800
Jaecoo J7 AWD: RM148,800

The Jaecoo J7 is equipped with a 1.6-liter TGDI engine, with a maximum output of 197hp and 290Nm of torque. It is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox and has the option of front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive (AWD).

Standard features of this five-seater SUV include LED lights, 19-inch ‘Aurora-inspired’ dual-tone rims, a 10.25-inch instrument display, a 14.8-inch infotainment unit, heated and cooled seats, and leather upholstery in the cabin.

The J7 also comes with a 50-watt wireless charger, 64-color ambient lighting, dual-zone air conditioning, a panoramic sunroof, and power tailgate.

There are four exterior colors to choose from: Moonlight Silver, Carbon Crystal Black, Khaki White, and Model Green.

As an SUV, the J7 has a ground clearance of 200mm with the ability to wade through water up to 600mm deep. It can also tow up to 1,300 kg and its roof rack can support up to 75 kg.

Interestingly, the AWD variant of the Jaecoo J7 comes with an All Road Drive Intelligent System consisting of seven driving modes: Eco, Normal, Sport, Snow, Mud, Sand, and Off-Road.

For safety systems, there are Front Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Emergency Lane Keeping, Curve Speed Assistance, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Detection, Adaptive Cruise Control, Traffic Jam Assist, and Parking Assistance.

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Jaecoo Malaysia opens doors to first 3S centre in Klang Valley

JAECOO Malaysia has officially launched its first dealership in the Klang Valley, which is located in Glenmarie, Shah Alam.

Operated by ES Premium Holdings Sdn Bhd, the new 3S dealership will be followed by 34 more in the coming months.

With an investment of RM5.5 million, the new Jaecoo dealership has a built-up area of 23,000 square feet and is built on a land area of 40,000 square feet.

It houses sales, after-sales services, and service parts storage, all under one roof for the convenience of customers.

Upon entry, customers are greeted by a Super Walkway that extends from the ground floor to the first floor, capable of displaying up to seven models.

Currently, the showroom displays the soon-to-be-launched Jaecoo J7, which will be offered in all-wheel drive (AWD) and two-wheel drive (2WD) variants.

There are also interactive LED displays which customers can use to browse the specifications of each model.

The experience is further enhanced with the presence of professionally trained sales advisors to address any customer inquiries and arrange test drive sessions.

Other amenities include a lounge area, high-speed internet connection, a prayer room, and a delivery area.

In terms of aftersales, the service centre is equipped with state-of-the-art tools and fully equipped service bays. Manned by trained technicians, the service centre has the capacity to service over 500 vehicles per month.

There is also an electric vehicle (EV) servicing area, demonstrating the brand’s readiness to expand into the EV segment in the near future.

According to Jaecoo, with 35 authorised dealerships, its service network will comprise approximately 180 service bays nationwide, supported by a dedicated parts warehouse and the recently launched assembly plant in Shah Alam.

The opening of the Jaecoo 3S centre in Glenmarie signals the imminent launch of the J7, which will be celebrated for three days from July 19 to 21. The J7 will be the first Jaecoo model to be locally assembled in Malaysia and the ASEAN region.

The Jaecoo Glenmarie centre is located at No. 2D, Jalan Pelukis U1/46, Temasya Industrial Park, 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor.

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Jaecoo J7 previewed in Malaysia – CR-V rival with 1.6 turbo, 194hp/290Nm

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JAECOO Malaysia today unveiled their first SUV bet for Malaysia, the Jaecoo J7. For those who don’t know, Jaecoo is a brand under Chery, and this SUV is a segment-C model positioned as a premium off-road vehicle.

From several perspectives, the Jaecoo J7 indeed looks more premium compared to its competitors such as the Mazda CX-5 and Honda CR-V. The Jaecoo J7 is expected to be officially launched around the second quarter of 2024.

The J7 is powered by a 1.6-liter turbo petrol engine with an output of 197hp and 290Nm of torque, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. There are two variant options: front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive (AWD).

The Jaecoo J7 has a ground clearance of 200mm with the ability to wade through water up to a depth of 600mm. It is also capable of towing up to 1,300kg, and its roof rack can accommodate up to 75kg.

Standard features of the Jaecoo J7 include layered LED headlights, LED DRLs, 19-inch Aurora rims, leather-wrapped seats, 64-color ambient lighting, seven driving modes, and a 50W wireless charger.

Other features include a head-up display, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a 14.8-inch infotainment system, seats with cooling function, dual-zone air conditioning, and a panoramic sunroof.

Safety features are also quite comprehensive, such as Front Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Emergency Lane Keeping, Curve Speed Assistance, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Detection, Adaptive Cruise Control, Traffic Jam Assist, and Parking Assistance.

The price has not been announced yet, but according to Jaecoo, the price of this SUV will be around that of the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro, which is priced at RM159,800. Can it compete with existing players in the Malaysian market?

Oh yes, the Jaecoo J7 will also be locally assembled (CKD) from the beginning. Interesting?