The Jaecoo J8 (also known as Jaecoo 8) is a three-row mid-size crossover SUV produced by Chery since 2023, available as a five-seater and a three-row seven-seater model. Outside China, the vehicle is marketed under the Jaecoo brand as its second product. It is available in both a petrol and a plug-in hybrid model.[4][5]
In China, it is marketed as the Chery Fulwin T10 (Chinese:奇瑞风云T10; pinyin:Qíruì Fēngyún T10) for the plug-in hybrid model, under the Chery Fulwin product series, it was launched in China in April 2024.[6] Initially, it was introduced as the Fulwin T9 in 2023, before the name was transferred to a smaller model.[7]
Overview
The production version of the Chinese market Tiggo 9 was revealed in March 2023 at the 2023 Auto Shanghai in China.[8] The Chinese market Tiggo 9 for export markets were initially introduced as the Jaecoo 9,[9] but was later renamed to Jaecoo J8 or Jaecoo 8. The Jaecoo J8/8 made its global debut in Qatar in October 2023.[10]
The vehicle is based on the T1X platform unibody chassis and features CDC suspension, which realises intelligent full-sensing adjustment through stepless adjustment of suspension hardness. For the suspension, MacPherson struts are used for the front and multi-link suspension for the rear. The wheels are 20-inch in size.[11][12][13]
The interior of the vehicle features a dual-curved screen with a 12.3-inch LCD instrument panel and a 12.3-inch central control screen curved towards the driver. The digital functionalities of the infotainment system are powered by a QualcommSnapdragon 8155 chip. For the audio system, the vehicle is equipped with a 14-speaker Sony surround sound system.[14]
Rear view
Chery Tiggo 9
Chery Tiggo 9 rear view
Chery Tiggo 9 2024 facelift
Chery Tiggo 9 C-DM
Chery Tiggo 9 C-DM rear view
Powertrain
The vehicle is powered by a Kunpeng Power 2.0-litre TGDi inline-four turbocharged petrol engine produces 195kW (261hp; 265PS) and 400N⋅m (295lb⋅ft; 41kg⋅m) of torque. The engine is paired to an Aisin 8-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters and powers all four wheels. The top speed is 205km/h (127mph), with a combined fuel consumption of 7.7L/100km (13.0km/L; 36.7mpg‑imp; 30.5mpg‑US). For the Chinese market, the Chery Dual Mode (C-DM) plug-in hybrid version is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol PHEV Kunpeng Super Intelligent Hybrid version is also available, with a 0–100km/h (0–62mph) acceleration in 4.5 seconds and a CLTC range of 1,300km (808mi).[15] The battery of the plug-in hybrid version can be recharged from 30% to 80% in 18 minutes.[16]
For export markets, the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version is powered by a SQRH4J15 1.5-litre inline-four turbocharged petrol PHEV produces a combined output of 395kW (530hp; 537PS) and 650N⋅m (479lb⋅ft; 66kg⋅m) of torque paired with a 3-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission, marketed as the Super Hybrid System (SHS). The export market plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version has a 0–100km/h (0–62mph) acceleration in 5.8 seconds, a pure electric range of 180km (112mi), and a CLTC range of 1,400km (870mi).[17][18]
Markets
Australia
The J8 was launched in Australia on 7 May 2025, in two variants: Track (2WD) and Ridge (AWD), both variants are powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine. In Australia, both variants are a 5-seater configuration.[19]
Indonesia
The J8 SHS ARDIS the plug-in hybrid version had its world premiere on 22 July 2025, shortly before the 32nd Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show.[20] The J8 was launched in Indonesia on 23 July 2025 at the 32nd Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show, with two variants: ARDIS and SHS ARDIS, powered by either 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol or a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid (SHS). Both variants are equipped with the All Roads Drive Intelligent System (ARDIS) for the all-wheel drive system. In Indonesia, both variants are a 6-seater configuration.[21][18]
Malaysia
The J8 was first introduced in Malaysia in January 2024,[22] then was previewed in Malaysia in March 2025 in the right-hand drive Malaysian specification model,[23] and was launched on 18 July 2025.[24] In Malaysia, two variants are available: 2WD (5-seater) and AWD (6-seater), both variants are powered by the 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine.[24]
↑ "奇瑞风云T10实车正式亮相，定位中大型SUV_易车"[Chery Fengyun T10 real car officially unveiled, positioned as a mid-to-large SUV]. Yiche (in Chinese). 18 April 2024. Retrieved 25 April 2024.
↑ "比亚迪唐的强敌？奇瑞风云T9正式亮相，可视为瑞虎9插混版"[A strong enemy of BYD Tang? Chery Fengyun T9 officially unveiled, can be regarded as a plug-in hybrid version of Tiggo 9]. Sohu (in Chinese). 17 October 2023. Retrieved 25 April 2024.
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