Overview
The Omoda Jaecoo C7 is a five-seat C-segment SUV that arrives in Malaysia in 2026 with petrol and plug-in hybrid power. It suits buyers waiting for a locally assembled SUV with either a 1.6-litre turbo petrol drivetrain or PHEV capability. Prices start from TBA, as Omoda Jaecoo has yet to announce Malaysian retail figures.
C7 in 2026 — what's new
The Mk1 C7 is new for 2026 and remains in its Malaysian launch phase. The locally assembled Turbo 2WD uses a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine with a seven-speed wet dual-clutch gearbox, with a Q3 launch indicated. A PHEV follows in Q4, also as a CKD model; its preview specification quotes 360 PS and 530 Nm. An AWD petrol C7 has been mooted, but has not been confirmed for the Malaysian range.
Variants (2)
Which variant to buy
There is no final retail choice to make yet: the C7 Turbo 2WD and C7 PHEV are both priced TBA. The Turbo 2WD is the straightforward option, pairing its 1,598 cc 194 hp petrol engine with a wet dual-clutch automatic. Pay more for the PHEV only if its plug-in capability suits your driving pattern and the final Malaysian specification justifies the gap. The PHEV is listed with a 1,497 cc, 154 hp petrol engine, while its previewed combined output is 360 PS and 530 Nm.
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 154 hp
- Motor Horsepower
- 201 hp
- Torque
- 290 Nm
- Motor Torque
- 310 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,497 cc
- Battery Capacity
- 18.3 kWh
- EV Range
- 95 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 8.5 seconds
- Transmission
- Single Ratio Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 194 hp
- Torque
- 290 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,598 cc
- Transmission
- Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
Verdict
The C7 has the ingredients to broaden Omoda Jaecoo’s Malaysian SUV line-up: it is a five-seat C-segment model, locally assembled, and offered with petrol or plug-in hybrid power. But it is too early to make stronger calls. Final prices, equipment and the full confirmed variant line-up remain unannounced, while the petrol AWD possibility is still just that. Wait for those details before judging the C7 against established alternatives.
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Omoda Jaecoo C7 FAQ
How much is the Omoda Jaecoo C7 in Malaysia?
Malaysian prices for the C7 Turbo 2WD and C7 PHEV are TBA. The PHEV has been estimated from RM170,000, but no final retail price has been announced.
Which Omoda Jaecoo C7 variant should I buy?
Wait for final prices and equipment. Choose the Turbo 2WD for the simpler 1.6-litre petrol route; consider the PHEV if plug-in hybrid running suits your use and its final price is acceptable.
When will the Omoda Jaecoo C7 launch in Malaysia?
The Turbo 2WD is indicated for a Q3 2026 launch. The locally assembled C7 PHEV is due in Q4 2026.
Does the Omoda Jaecoo C7 have all-wheel drive?
The confirmed Malaysian listing names the Turbo 2WD and PHEV. A petrol AWD C7 has been suggested, but has not been confirmed for sale in Malaysia.
