Car Buyer's Guide

Overview

The Omoda Jaecoo J7 is a C-segment SUV that introduced Chery’s Jaecoo sub-brand in Malaysia in 2024. Priced from RM138,800, it suits buyers who want a five-seat family SUV with a more rugged, more premium pitch than mainstream fare, with petrol FWD and AWD choices plus a plug-in hybrid.

J7 in 2026 — what's new

For Malaysia, the J7 carries on into 2026 as a three-variant range: FWD, AWD and PHEV. The wider J7 story is still moving, with exports to Brunei starting in 2026, a J7 Hybrid shown in China with an SHS-H turbo system rated at 224 PS and 295 Nm, and Thailand getting 2026 PHEV changes such as new wheels and a brown interior option. Malaysia has no confirmed equivalent update.

Variants (3)

RM138,800–RM158,800 · est. from RM1,415/mo

Which variant to buy

Most buyers who cannot plug in regularly should start with the FWD at RM138,800: it uses the same 1,598 cc petrol engine, 194 hp output, wet dual-clutch automatic and five-seat layout as the AWD. The AWD at RM148,800 is for those who want all-wheel drive. If you can plug in, the PHEV at RM158,800 is the stronger case: the RM10,000 over the AWD buys the plug-in hybrid powertrain and up to 1,200 km on a full tank and charge.

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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Verdict

The J7 is not a budget C-SUV: Proton X70 and Jetour Dashing both start at RM106,800, while the Mazda CX-5 and Nissan X-Trail also open below it. It does give Jaecoo a quick Malaysian foothold, with the J7 becoming a sales hit and Omoda Jaecoo Malaysia crossing 20,000 deliveries in just over a year. The best case is the PHEV’s efficiency; the price is the sticking point against cheaper rivals.

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Omoda Jaecoo J7 sales in Malaysia

3,805 registered so far in 2026 — Malaysia's #22 best-selling model this year.

1,271 Jul 2025 Jun 2026 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 RM131,700 RM110,000 (7) 72%
2024 RM112,400 RM106,790 (12) 74%

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 Omoda Jaecoo J7 costs RM138,800 for the FWD, RM148,800 for the AWD and RM158,800 for the PHEV.

Which Omoda Jaecoo J7 variant should I buy?

Pick the FWD if you want the lowest price and do not need all-wheel drive. Choose the AWD for extra traction. Go for the PHEV if you can charge regularly and want the most efficient J7.

Is the Omoda Jaecoo J7 petrol or plug-in hybrid?

Both. The FWD and AWD use a 1,598 cc petrol engine with a wet dual-clutch automatic. The PHEV uses a 1,498 cc petrol plug-in hybrid powertrain with a single-ratio automatic.

How far can the Omoda Jaecoo J7 PHEV travel?

The Omoda Jaecoo J7 PHEV can travel up to 1,200 km on a single tank of petrol and battery charge.

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