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Manufacturer | Chery |
Model code | T1EJ [1] |
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Production | 2023–present |
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Class | Compact crossover SUV (C) |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
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Platform | T1X [3] |
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Electric motor | Permanent magnet synchronous reluctance (SHS) |
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Hybrid drivetrain |
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Battery | 18.32 kWh FinDreams LFP (SHS/C-DM) [4] |
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Width | 1,865 mm (73.4 in) |
Height | 1,670 mm (65.7 in) |
The Jaecoo J7 (also known as Jaecoo 7) is a compact crossover SUV (C-segment) produced by Chery since 2023. Outside China, the vehicle is marketed under the Jaecoo brand as its first product. It is available in both a petrol variant and a plug-in hybrid.
In China, it is marketed as the Chery Tansuo 06 (Chinese :奇瑞探索06; pinyin :Qíruì Tànsuǒ 06). It is also marketed as the Chery Fulwin T6 (Chinese :奇瑞风云T6; pinyin :Qíruì Fēngyún T6) (plug-in hybrid only) and Chery Tiggo 7 High Energy (Chinese :奇瑞瑞虎7高能; pinyin :Qíruì Ruìhǔ 7 Gāonéng) since 2024.
The vehicle was first introduced during the Auto Shanghai 2023 as the Chery TJ-1 C-DM prototype. [5] It went on sale in China in August 2023 as the Chery Tansuo 06. [6]
The vehicle is powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine producing 145 kW (194 hp; 197 PS) and 290 N⋅m (214 lb⋅ft) mated to a 7-speed dual clutch transmission. All-wheel drive is available. [7] [8] [9] Since 2024, the front-wheel drive 1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid version was available producing a combined output of 255 kW (342 hp; 347 PS) and 525 N⋅m (387 lb⋅ft), marketed as C-DM (Chery Dual Mode) in China and as SHS (Super Hybrid System) outside China. [10] [11]
The interior is available in black and white with minimum physical buttons, a rectangular instrument panel, a 14.8-inch touchscreen, a head-up display, and a wireless charging pad. The infotainment screen is powered by a Qualcomm 8155 chip and supports FOTA, facial recognition, and a level 2+ driving assistance system. [5]
The vehicle went on sale in China as the Chery Tansuo 06 in August 2023 with four trim levels. Its powertrain option was a sole 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine with a 7-speed dual clutch transmission, with front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive options. [6]
The plug-in hybrid version of the Tansuo 06 went on sale in April and November 2024 as the Chery Tansuo 06/Tiggo 7 C-DM or Chery Tiggo 7 High Energy alongside the gasoline-powered variant as the Chery Tiggo 7 Sport. The model is powered by Chery's latest plug-in hybrid system marketed as the Kunpeng Super Hybrid C-DM (Chery Dual Mode). It is a combination of the 1.5-litre turbocharged direct injection petrol engine, a dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT), with a power output of 115 kW (156 PS; 154 hp) and 220 N⋅m (22.4 kg⋅m; 162 lb⋅ft), and a 150 kW (204 PS; 201 hp) electric motor. The electric cruising range is rated at 120 km (75 mi), while overall cruising range is above 1,400 km (870 mi). [13] A version marketed through the Chery Fulwin dealership network went on sale as the Chery Fulwin T6. [14]
Chery planned production of the Jaecoo J7 for the European market at the former Nissan Motor Ibérica plant in Barcelona. [15]
The Jaecoo 7, launched in late December 2024, is the first of five cars that Jaecoo plans to bring in the UK market in 2025. As of launch the Jaecoo 7 is available with a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine, with optional all-wheel-drive, and also a 1.5-litre petrol with plug-in hybrid capabilities, known as the Jaecoo 7 SHS, which has a pure electric range of 56 miles (90 km). Jaecoo is offering a 7-year/100,000-mile (160,000 km) warranty with the 7 SUV.[ citation needed ]
Pricing and specifications for the Jaecoo J7 in Australia were announced in March 2025, and was later launched in May 2025. It is available in four trim levels: Core, Track, Ridge and Summit. It is available with either a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol or a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid (SHS), the latter powertrain is only available for the Summit trim. All variants are front-wheel drive, with the exception of the Ridge trim comes standard with all-wheel drive. [16]
The Jaecoo J7 went on sale in New Zealand on 31 July 2024, powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine with front-wheel and all-wheel drive options. It is available in two variants: EX 2WD and EX+ AWD. [17]
The Jaecoo J7 went on sale in Russia in September 2023 as the first model from Jaecoo. It is available with front and all-wheel drive in four different trim levels: Lifestyle, Ultimate, Active and Supreme. It is powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine. [18] It is sold through Omoda-Jaecoo dealerships, although some will be standalone Jaecoo dealers. [19] [20]
The Jaecoo J7 was launched in South Africa on 12 April 2024, as part of the Chery's sub-brand Jaecoo introduction in South Africa. At launch, three trims are available: Vortex, Glacier and Inferno; it is powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine and all-wheel drive comes as standard on the top Inferno trim. [21] The PHEV petrol plug-in hybrid (SHS) model with front-wheel drive was added in June 2025 serving as the flagship variant. [22]
Debuting on 20 January 2025, the J7 is the first Jaecoo vehicle to be sold in Indonesia. [23] The vehicle is available with a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol, available in front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, [24] as well a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid (PHEV) marketed by Jaecoo as the Super Hybrid System (SHS). [25] Pre-orders were opened on 13 February 2025, where the estimated pricing range was announced at the 32nd Indonesia International Motor Show. [26] [27] Pricing was revealed at the 32nd Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show, however, the FWD variant was not made available because of Jaecoo's marketing position is different from Chery in Indonesia and "Jaecoo's identity is off-road and is geared towards personal use." [28] [29]
The J7 is locally assembled by Handal Indonesia Motor in Bekasi, West Java. [30]
The Jaecoo J7 was launched in Malaysia on 19 July 2024, powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine available in front-wheel drive or all-wheel-drive. [31] It is locally assembled at a plant in Shah Alam, Selangor exclusive to vehicles marketed under the Jaecoo brand. [32] The PHEV petrol plug-in hybrid model with front-wheel drive was added in February 2025 serving as the flagship variant. [33]
The Jaecoo J7 was first introduced to the Philippines in April 2025 at the 2025 Manila International Auto Show, [34] and was launched on 15 August 2025. [35] In the Philippines, it is available in two variants: Comfort and Premium, powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid (SHS) with front-wheel drive. [36]
The Jaecoo J7 was launched in Singapore on 9 January 2025 in the sole variant, powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid (SHS) with front-wheel drive. [37]
The Jaecoo J7 was launched in Thailand on 24 March 2025, powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid (SHS) with front-wheel drive. It is available in Dynamic and Max trim levels. [38]
The Jaecoo J7 was launched in Vietnam on 15 January 2025 in two variants: Flagship and Flagship PHEV. It is powered by either a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol or a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid only with front-wheel drive. [39]
Year | Tansuo 06 | Tansuo 06 C-DM | Fulwin T6 | Tiggo 7 High Energy |
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2023 | 11,137 [40] | |||
2024 | 21,456 [41] | 2,292 [41] | Unknown | Unknown, merged with Tiggo 7 |
Year | Jaecoo J7 |
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Malaysia | |
2024 | 7,041 [42] |