Jaecoo J7 SHS hybrid: Stylish tech-laden SUV boasts 1 200km range
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Based on the J7 SUV, the J7 SHS (Super Hybrid System) combines a 1.5l turbocharged petrol engine with an electric motor, using a Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT) to deliver power exclusively to the front wheels. An 18.3kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery allows for an all-electric range of around 90km and the model can offer a claimed total range of up to 1 200km.
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Inside, the SUV offers a well-appointed cabin with premium materials and plenty of tech. Features include a 10.25-inch infotainment screen that is compatible with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a Sony eight-speaker sound system, head-up display, 50W wireless phone charger, dual-zone climate control (with rear vents), heated and ventilated power-adjustable front seats, ambient lighting, panoramic sunroof and a 360-degree camera with front and rear parking sensors. Boot space is fairly limited with 240l available behind the rear seats, but it expands to 896l with the seats folded flat.
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In terms of performance, the plug-in hybrid combines the 105kW and 215N.m of torque from the ICE with a 150kW and 310N.m electric motor. Together, the system delivers a combined total of 255kW of power and 525N.m of torque. All of this power is sent to the front wheels through the aforementioned dedicated single-speed DHT. The J7 SHS can accelerate from 0 – 40km/h in 2.98 seconds, reach 60km/h in 4.46 seconds, and cross 100km/h in 8.55 seconds. When plugged into a 40kW DC charger, the battery can be topped up from 30 – 80% in just 20 minutes.
Jaecoo J7 SHS pricing
Jaecoo J7 SHS – R589 900
All models sold will include a seven-year/200 000km warranty and a seven-year/100 000km service plan alongside a 10-year unlimited range battery warranty which applies to the first owner only.
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