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Overview
The Omoda Jaecoo J7 is a five-seat C-segment SUV launched in Malaysia in 2024. It gives buyers a choice of 194 hp petrol power with front- or all-wheel drive, or a 342 hp front-wheel-drive plug-in hybrid. Priced from RM138,800, it suits drivers who want a larger SUV with three distinct powertrain routes.
J7 in 2026 — what's new
The Mk1 J7 continues into 2026 with FWD and AWD 1.6-litre petrol variants alongside the FWD PHEV. The plug-in hybrid leads Malaysian demand, accounting for 57% of J7 sales in 2026. Elsewhere, an AWD J7 PHEV revealed for Australia produces 354 PS and 490 Nm, with an 80 km NEDC electric range. Super Intelligent Valet Parking summon technology also made its world debut in Indonesia on a J7.
Which variant to buy
Most buyers should pick the RM158,800 PHEV. The RM10,000 gap over the RM148,800 AWD buys plug-in-hybrid running and 342 hp, although it is front-wheel drive; it is also the version chosen by 57% of Malaysian J7 buyers in 2026. Choose the RM148,800 AWD only if all-wheel drive is a firm requirement, as it retains the 194 hp 1.6-litre petrol engine and wet dual-clutch automatic. The RM138,800 FWD is the lowest-cost route into the range.
Verdict
The J7 gives the C-segment SUV buyer a genuinely broad choice: two 194 hp petrol versions and a far more powerful plug-in hybrid. The PHEV’s claimed 1,200 km range from a full tank and battery charge is its strongest technical card. Pricing needs a clear-eyed view: the FWD costs RM5,000 more than the Toyota Corolla Cross and RM4,331 more than the Mazda CX-5, while the GWM Haval H6 starts RM1,000 higher.
Variants (3)
RM138,800–RM158,800 · est. from RM1,415/mo
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 194 hp
- Torque
- 290 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,598 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 9.2 seconds
- Transmission
- Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 412 litres
- Airbags
- 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 194 hp
- Torque
- 290 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,598 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 9.9 seconds
- Transmission
- Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 412 litres
- Airbags
- 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 141 hp at 5,500 rpm
- Motor Horsepower
- 201 hp
- Torque
- 215 Nm at 1,750 rpm
- Motor Torque
- 310 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,498 cc
- Battery Capacity
- 18.3 kWh
- EV Range
- 88 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 8.5 seconds
- Transmission
- Single Ratio Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 412 litres
- Airbags
- 8 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag)
Previous model years (3)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 141 hp at 5,500 rpm
- Motor Horsepower
- 201 hp
- Torque
- 215 Nm at 1,750 rpm
- Motor Torque
- 310 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,498 cc
- Battery Capacity
- 18.3 kWh
- EV Range
- 88 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 8.5 seconds
- Transmission
- Single Ratio Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 412 litres
- Airbags
- 8 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 194 hp
- Torque
- 290 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,598 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 9.2 seconds
- Transmission
- Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 412 litres
- Airbags
- 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag)
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 194 hp
- Torque
- 290 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,598 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 9.9 seconds
- Transmission
- Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 412 litres
- Airbags
- 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag)
Colours
across the range — availability varies by variant
- Carbon Crystal Black Metallic
- Khaki White Metallic
- Model Green Metallic
- Moonlight Silver Metallic
- Olive Grey Metallic
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Omoda Jaecoo J7 sales in Malaysia
5,063 registered so far in 2026 — Malaysia's #21 best-selling model this year. 628 were registered in Aug 2026, the latest month on record.
Full J7 sales data, month by month →Omoda Jaecoo J7 resale value
What a used J7 holds of its price, by registration year: the trade-guide value insurers and dealers reference, and the price the market typically asks.
| Year | Trade guide | Typical asking | Holds |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | RM148,800 | — | 100% |
| 2025 | RM129,100 | RM109,888 (9) | 71% |
| 2024 | RM110,300 | RM102,800 (21) | 71% |
Trade-guide and market listing data, West Malaysia. Actual prices vary with condition, mileage and variant; "holds" compares against that year's new price.
Rivals to consider
same class, similar money
Omoda Jaecoo J7 FAQ
How much is the Omoda Jaecoo J7 in Malaysia?
The J7 range starts with the RM138,800 FWD, followed by the RM148,800 AWD and RM158,800 PHEV.
Which Omoda Jaecoo J7 variant should I buy?
Choose the PHEV for its 342 hp plug-in-hybrid powertrain and its strong 2026 sales take-up. Pick the AWD petrol model only when all-wheel drive matters more than the PHEV’s extra power.
What powers the Omoda Jaecoo J7 PHEV?
The J7 PHEV uses a 1,498 cc petrol plug-in-hybrid powertrain producing 342 hp. It drives the front wheels through a single-ratio automatic transmission.
Does the Omoda Jaecoo J7 have all-wheel drive?
Yes. The 1,598 cc, 194 hp petrol AWD variant has all-wheel drive and a wet dual-clutch automatic. The PHEV is front-wheel drive.
