J7 Ridge AWD
$39,990 drive-away
- Engine
- 1.6L turbo petrol 4cyl
- Power
- 137 kW
- Fuel use
- 7.8 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
Jaecoo
2026 Jaecoo J7
Mid-size SUV (petrol + SHS PHEV)
On sale nowPetrol
From $39,990 drive-away
The Jaecoo J7 is Chery's premium spin-off mid-size SUV.
From$39,990drive-away
Engine1.6L turbo petrol 4cyl
Power137 to 260 kW
Fuel use1.3 to 7.8 L/100 km
Towing750 kgbraked
Warranty8 yrs / unlimited km
CarTell take
We haven't driven the J7 yet. On paper, drive the 1.6T DCT through a tight hill-start scenario before signing on the petrol variants. SHS PHEV pricing positions tightly against the Outlander PHEV, run the numbers on government incentives in your state.
Why consider it
- SHS Summit makes 255 kW combined, more than the RAV4 PHEV (225 kW).
- 106 km claimed EV-only range from an 18.3 kWh LFP battery, 8-year unlimited-km warranty, 5-star ANCAP under the 2025 protocol.
What to know
- 340 L petrol boot trails CX-5 (438 L) and RAV4 (542 L).
- The 1.6T petrol DCT has hesitation on hill starts and reverse.
- The brand is new to Australia so resale is unproven, and the Omoda Jaecoo dealer network is still expanding outside metro markets.
Who it suits
PHEV-curious buyers wanting a 106 km EV-only commute on a 18.3 kWh LFP pack, value hunters drawn to the $39,990 drive-away entry, safety-led buyers chasing 5-star ANCAP plus 8-year warranty, and two-car households wanting a quiet, soft, easy parker.
City drivers
Easy to live with and park
Small families
Practical everyday space
Performance and ownership
The numbers that matter day to day.1.6L turbo petrol 4cyl
Powertrain
137 to 260 kW, 275 to 490 Nm
1.3 to 7.8 L/100 km
Claimed fuel use
Combined cycle.
8 yrs / unlimited km
Warranty
Capped-price servicing through Omoda Jaecoo dealers
Servicing
Grades and pricing
4 grades for Australia, drive-away.| Grade | Price from | Engine | Power | Fuel use | Drive | Key differences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J7 Ridge AWD | $39,990 drive-away | 1.6L turbo petrol 4cyl | 137 kW | 7.8 L/100 km | AWD | |
| J7 SHS Track PHEV 2WD | $39,990 drive-away | 1.5L turbo petrol PHEV | 205 kW | 1.3 L/100 km | FWD | |
| J7 SHS Summit PHEV 2WD | $44,990 drive-away | 1.5L turbo petrol PHEV | 205 kW | 1.3 L/100 km | FWD | |
| J7 SHS Summit PHEV AWD | $47,990 drive-away | 1.5L turbo petrol PHEV + rear motor | 260 kW | 1.9 L/100 km | AWD |
J7 SHS Track PHEV 2WD
$39,990 drive-away
- Engine
- 1.5L turbo petrol PHEV
- Power
- 205 kW
- Fuel use
- 1.3 L/100 km
- Drive
- FWD
J7 SHS Summit PHEV 2WD
$44,990 drive-away
- Engine
- 1.5L turbo petrol PHEV
- Power
- 205 kW
- Fuel use
- 1.3 L/100 km
- Drive
- FWD
J7 SHS Summit PHEV AWD
$47,990 drive-away
- Engine
- 1.5L turbo petrol PHEV + rear motor
- Power
- 260 kW
- Fuel use
- 1.9 L/100 km
- Drive
- AWD
Practicality and safety
5-star ANCAP
Safety rating. Rated 2025
FWD or AWD
Drivetrain
Top rivals
Look at the alternatives if you want a bigger petrol boot (CX-5 438 L, RAV4 542 L), longer dealer history in regional markets, or you reject DCT hesitation on hill starts and reverse manoeuvres.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 2026 Jaecoo J7 in Australia?
Pricing opens at $39,990 drive-away for the J7 Ridge AWD and tops out at $47,990 drive-away for the J7 SHS Summit PHEV AWD, across 4 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.
What is the Jaecoo J7 SHS PHEV EV range?
Up to 106 km of pure electric driving on the WLTP-equivalent cycle, from an 18.3 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery.
Who owns Jaecoo?
Jaecoo is the premium-leaning sister brand to Chery, sharing the Chery Australia dealer network and underpinnings.
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The Jaecoo J7 in full
The Jaecoo J7 is Chery's premium spin-off mid-size SUV. Petrol grades run a 1.6-litre turbo four (137 kW / 275 Nm) through a 7-speed DCT, with FWD on Core and Track and 50:50 AWD on Ridge. The Super Hybrid System (SHS) variants add a 1.5-litre turbo generator paired with an electric motor and an 18.3 kWh LFP battery for up to 106 km EV range and around 1,200 km combined. 8-year unlimited-km warranty, 5-star ANCAP under the 2025 protocol on the SHS.
From$39,990drive-away
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