Jaecoo J7 SHS hybrid: Stylish tech-laden SUV boasts 1 200km range
Alongside the flagship Omoda C9, Jaecoo has revealed pricing for its hybrid J7 SHS. Here is how much it will cost.
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Based on the J7 SUV, the J7 SHS (Super Hybrid System) combines a 1.5l turbocharged petrol engine with an electric motor, using a Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT) to deliver power exclusively to the front wheels. An 18.3kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery allows for an all-electric range of around 90km and the model can offer a claimed total range of up to 1 200km.
Related: Review: Jaecoo J7 SHS (PHEV)
Inside, the SUV offers a well-appointed cabin with premium materials and plenty of tech. Features include a 10.25-inch infotainment screen that is compatible with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a Sony eight-speaker sound system, head-up display, 50W wireless phone charger, dual-zone climate control (with rear vents), heated and ventilated power-adjustable front seats, ambient lighting, panoramic sunroof and a 360-degree camera with front and rear parking sensors. Boot space is fairly limited with 240l available behind the rear seats, but it expands to 896l with the seats folded flat.
Related: Jaecoo's Plug-in Hybrid J7 SHS Confirmed for June Launch in SA
In terms of performance, the plug-in hybrid combines the 105kW and 215N.m of torque from the ICE with a 150kW and 310N.m electric motor. Together, the system delivers a combined total of 255kW of power and 525N.m of torque. All of this power is sent to the front wheels through the aforementioned dedicated single-speed DHT. The J7 SHS can accelerate from 0 – 40km/h in 2.98 seconds, reach 60km/h in 4.46 seconds, and cross 100km/h in 8.55 seconds. When plugged into a 40kW DC charger, the battery can be topped up from 30 – 80% in just 20 minutes.
Jaecoo J7 SHS pricing
Jaecoo J7 SHS – R589 900
All models sold will include a seven-year/200 000km warranty and a seven-year/100 000km service plan alongside a 10-year unlimited range battery warranty which applies to the first owner only.
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