Jaecoo 7 2025 review
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Overview
Jaecoo arrived in the UK in 2025 as the more premium-leaning sibling of Omoda, both brands owned by Chinese giant Chery. The 7 is Jaecoo's flagship: a family-sized five-seat SUV aimed squarely at the Nissan Qashqai, Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage. UK prices opened at £29,435, and the pitch is simple — more standard equipment for the money than any established rival.
Power comes from a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine producing 147bhp and 275Nm, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. Front-wheel drive is standard, with an intelligent all-wheel-drive system on Luxury models. The front-drive car covers 0–62mph in 10.3 seconds and officially returns 37.7mpg, while the all-wheel-drive version takes 11.8 seconds and manages 35.3mpg.
Standard kit is genuinely generous. Even the entry Deluxe gets a 13.2-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 10.25-inch digital instrument display, 19-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic sunroof, heated and electrically adjustable front seats, wireless phone charging, adaptive cruise control and a powered tailgate. Luxury trim adds a larger 14.8-inch screen, a Sony eight-speaker sound system, a head-up display, ventilated front seats and a heated steering wheel. Every version earns a full five-star Euro NCAP safety rating.
Running costs are the trade-off: 37.7mpg and 182g/km of CO2 look thirsty next to full-hybrid rivals, and insurance group 23D is higher than a Qashqai's. But with a 500-litre boot, a seven-year/100,000-mile warranty and that equipment list, the Jaecoo 7 makes a compelling case for buyers willing to try a new badge.
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UK price from: £29,435
Specifications
| Engine | 1.6L turbocharged petrol |
| Power | 147 PS (147 bhp) |
| Torque | 275 Nm |
| 0-62 mph | 10.3 seconds (FWD); 11.8 seconds (AWD) |
| Top speed | 112 mph (AWD) |
| Transmission | 7-speed dual-clutch automatic |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive / all-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy | 37.7 mpg combined (FWD); 35.3 mpg (AWD) |
| CO2 emissions | 182 g/km (AWD) |
| Boot space | 500 litres |
| Kerb weight | 1,649 kg |
| Insurance group | 23D |
| Warranty | 7 years / 100,000 miles |
Features
- 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine (147bhp, 275Nm)
- Seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox
- Front-wheel drive as standard; intelligent all-wheel drive on Luxury
- 13.2-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 10.25-inch digital instrument display
- Panoramic sunroof and powered tailgate fitted as standard
- Heated and electrically adjustable front seats
- Full safety suite: autonomous emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning and 360-degree camera (five-star Euro NCAP)
Common parts & prices
| Part | Price (GBP) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake pads (set) | £54.99 | Pattern part; OEM specification |
| Oil filter | £11.99 | |
| Cabin pollen filter | £19.99 | PM2.5 purification type on Luxury trim |
| Front wiper blades (pair) | £24.99 | |
| 12V battery | £99.99 | |
| Engine air filter | £16.99 |
Pros
- Five-star Euro NCAP safety with genuinely generous standard kit
- Seven-year/100,000-mile warranty beats most established rivals
- Big-car feel: panoramic roof, powered tailgate and 500-litre boot
- Smooth, quiet 1.6 turbo with a refined dual-clutch gearbox
Cons
- 37.7mpg and 182g/km look thirsty next to full-hybrid rivals
- Resale values are unproven for a brand-new UK badge
- The all-wheel-drive version's 11.8-second 0–62mph feels leisurely
- Some rivals' infotainment systems are slicker and simpler to use
