Malaysia Previews The JAECOO J7 PHEV Ahead Of Year-end Launch
Malaysia has become one of seven nations to put the JAECOO J7 PHEV to the test in an ultra-long range driving marathon from Guangzhou to Wuhu, China. Along with Malaysia, a multinational contingent comprising Italy, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Turkey, and the United Kingdom, travelled over 1,300km* on a single tank of fuel and a full battery without stopping to recharge.
“We understand that range anxiety is a concern among drivers when it comes to electric vehicles. This is why JAECOO placed the J7 PHEV in the hands of drivers from around the world to witness the unprecedented experience of travelling with confidence and peace of mind. Our strategy to introduce the JAECOO J7 PHEV is timely as the market demands the best of both worlds, engine performance and fuel efficiency,” said Chery Corporate Malaysia Executive Vice President, Leo Chen.
Breaking The Boundaries Of The Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle (PHEV) Range
The 13-hour drive from Guangzhou began on 16 October 2024 and saw the multinational contingent navigate various driving environments including traffic congestion during morning rush hour, national roads, and intercity expressways. On paper, the JAECOO J7 PHEV has a class-leading pure electric range of 106km* and the lowest fuel consumption in its class, at 5.99 litres per 100km, in a power-depleted state.
JAECOO Malaysia Vice President, Emily Lek pointed out, “During the ultra-long range driving marathon, the JAECOO J7 PHEV surpassed its specifications to achieve a range of 125.2km while in pure-electric mode, which is 19.2km* more than the expected range. This is a testament to JAECOO’s Super Hybrid System (SHS) Technology which empowers the JAECOO J7 PHEV to maintain an efficient and energy-saving driving state. This raises the bar for energy efficient and economical mobility, and we are proud to introduce the JAECOO J7 PHEV for the Malaysian market to enjoy.”
The JAECOO J7 PHEV Comes To Malaysia
The JAECOO J7 PHEV, due to be officially launched in Malaysia at the end of this year, presents a recognisable exterior identical to its J7 petrol-powered sibling. Apart from its identical safety systems and creature comforts, distinct differences the J7 PHEV possesses include its hybrid engine and unrivalled range, DC charging ability, and external output, enabling users to charge and power electronic equipment such as a projector, kettle, or hairdryer, particularly on outdoor adventures.
The JAECOO J7 PHEV will be available in two variants with an estimated price from RM170,000 to RM180,000. The All-wheel Drive (AWD) variant offers seven driving modes namely, Economy, Standard, Sport, Sand, Mud, Snow, or Off-Road. Meanwhile, the Two-wheel Drive (2WD) variant offers three driving modes, namely Standard, Sport, and Economy. The PHEV system is powered by an 18.3kW battery and 60 litre fuel tank that can produce 525 Nm of torque. It is also fitted with a Direct Current (DC) Charger that supports up to 40kW.
“Fans will have an option of colours, rim styles and interior upgrades available to choose from which add a distinct individuality to the JAECOO J7 PHEV, while staying close to the brand’s essence, ‘From Classic, Beyond Classic’. Registrations of interest for the JAECOO J7 PHEV will begin at our preview in October ahead of its official launch end of this year. We anticipate to subsequently begin delivering the J7 PHEV by February 2025,” explained Lek.
The JAECOO J7 PHEV preview begins from Wednesday, 23 October to Sunday, 27 October at Sunway Pyramid (LG2 Orange Wing – next to the Orange concourse). For more details, visit www.jaecoo.com.my and keep up to date by following JAECOO Malaysia social platforms.
*NEDC range.
