NEW JAECOO SUPER HYBRID TAKES THE TOP SPOT IN THE UK.

The JAECOO J7 SHS is presented as a plug-in hybrid SUV built around an electric-first driving philosophy, combining the quiet refinement of electric propulsion with the flexibility of a petrol engine. That combination is intended to make electrified motoring more adaptable across everyday driving and longer journeys, without relying exclusively on charging infrastructure.

At the centre of the vehicle is the Super Hybrid System, described as delivering ultra-low emissions alongside long-range capability. The emphasis on electric-first operation positions the J7 SHS as a hybrid designed to make frequent urban and suburban travel feel more like an electric vehicle, while retaining petrol-powered flexibility when conditions demand it. The available information does not specify battery capacity, charging times, engine output or official driving range figures.

The model has attracted strong attention in the United Kingdom. Within seven months of its UK launch, the JAECOO 7 had exceeded 10,000 orders, with the J7 SHS accounting for around 70 per cent of JAECOO 7 sales in that market. In August 2025, the Super Hybrid System was also reported as supporting the JAECOO range to become the UK’s best-selling plug-in hybrid during that month. These results indicate that the J7 SHS is aimed at buyers seeking a more accessible transition towards electrified SUV ownership.

The J7 SHS also forms part of a broader expansion of hybrid vehicles in Australia, where the system has received a positive early response. Its appeal lies less in a single headline specification than in the way its two power sources are intended to complement one another: electric drive for a smoother, lower-emission experience and petrol flexibility for travel beyond the practical limits of battery-only operation.

• Model: JAECOO J7 SHS
• Vehicle type: Medium SUV
• Powertrain: Plug-in hybrid with Super Hybrid System
• Driving approach: Electric-first operation with petrol flexibility
• Claimed characteristics: Ultra-low emissions and long range