New Jaecoo J7 to launch in Australia

The mid-sized Jaecoo J7 offering boasts up to seven drive modes and comfortable seating for five adults, and features a large vertically positioned touchscreen. It's endowed with cutting-edge design and forward-thinking technologies.

“As Australia’s first taste of JAECOO, the new J7 has an important role to play,” Jaecoo Australia CEO Lewis Lu said.

“Boasting high levels of sophistication and performance – not to mention a modern yet classic design aesthetic – the J7 will appeal to customers who love the great outdoors but are not prepared to compromise on either comfort or standard specification.”

The J7 will be available in 2WD and AWD variants and is powered by an efficient turbocharged 1.6-litre petrol engine producing peak outputs of 137kW and 275Nm torque, mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission as standard.

Specification levels include power-adjustable front seats, an electric tailgate, a 14.8-inch LCD touchscreen, a 360-degree panoramic camera system, wireless smartphone charging, and 19-inch alloy wheels (framing red brake callipers).

LED headlamps, front fog lamps and automatic windscreen wipers all feature, along with eight airbags (including a driver’s knee airbag), and several advanced safety features. It will be followed by the new J5.

Revealed at the International User Summit in Wuhu, China, in October, the J5 compact SUV features a similar bold, assertive design to the J7, combining modern styling cues with rugged touches.

The prominent JAECOO grille flows seamlessly into the slim headlights, lending the vehicle plenty of presence. The generous ground clearance and subtly pronounced wheel arches underscore the J5’s adventurous personality.

At the rear, an upmarket lightbar incorporates the taillights and ‘JAECOO’ nameplate, while the refined rear bumper integrates neatly with the bodywork. Under the tastefully styled bodywork, an independent suspension setup can be found.

This contributes to smooth and supple ride quality. Other features include a 13.2-inch touchscreen with integrated entertainment applications and smart navigation. The J5 is available with a panoramic sunroof too.

Another standout feature of the J5 is its emphasis on “human-pet travel”, prioritising a healthy and comfortable experience for four-legged companions, with specially extended seats designed with pets in mind.

JAECOO will reveal additional J7 details and its pricing closer to the SUV going on sale Q1 next year. Local launch details and specifications for the J5 are yet to be finalised.

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