SA-bound JAECOO J7 SHS achieves Euro NCAP five-star crash safety rating

The JAECOO J7 SHS, the powerful plug-in hybrid set to arrive in South Africa at the end of May 2025, has delivered an impressive performance in the latest round of Euro NCAP crash safety tests, earning a five-star rating with scores exceeding 80% across all major categories.

In the adult occupant protection test, the J7 SHS scored 81% and secured 80% in the child occupant protection, vulnerable road user, and safety assist categories. These results reflect JAECOO’s commitment to global standards in manufacturing excellence and occupant safety.

The J7 SHS delivered an especially strong performance in the child occupant safety assessment, which measures crash protection for six- and ten-year-old children. Scoring 23.5 out of 24 points, it’s a standout result for a vehicle designed to serve as a family car.

“We’ve engineered the J7 SHS to meet the highest safety standards because we know what matters most—your family’s peace of mind,” commented Shannon Gahagan, National Marketing Manager for OMODA & JAECOO South Africa. “The results of the J7 SHS in the recent Euro NCAP crash tests reflect the level of care, precision, and innovation that’s becoming synonymous with a new era of automotive excellence.”

As JAECOO’s first model equipped with a revolutionary super hybrid system, the J7 SHS delivers class-leading performance, low fuel consumption, impressive long-distance range capabilities, and a usable electric range. Thanks to its Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT) system, the J7 SHS matches the driving dynamics of performance cars and provides rock-solid stability across all road conditions.

Powered by a fifth-generation 1.5 TGDI Dedicated Hybrid Engine (DHE) with an impressive 44.5% thermal efficiency, the JAECOO J7 SHS pairs this advanced powertrain with an intelligent energy management system that delivers strong acceleration while maintaining low fuel consumption. The battery system supports an extended pure-electric range and operates efficiently in extreme temperatures, with a usable range from -35°C to 60°C.

In endurance testing, the J7 SHS has proven its efficiency and reliability. A recent 1,100 km efficiency tour from Cape Town to Gqeberha recorded an average fuel consumption of just 4.88 L/100 km—a remarkable achievement for a vehicle producing 255 kW and 525 N.m of torque.

Further testing in South America underscored its long-distance capabilities, with the J7 SHS achieving an impressive 1,453.9 km on a single tank of fuel.

Through continuous innovation, OMODA & JAECOO remain committed to advancing safety and electrification, shaping the future of mobility in global markets.