Chery’s Tiggo 7 PHEV and Jaecoo J7 PHEV are plug-in hybrid SUVs that share a 1.5L turbo engine paired with electric motors, an 18.3 kWh battery and a dedicated hybrid transmission producing roughly 342 hp and 525 Nm of torque. Both claim NEDC-rated pure EV range above 90 km (real-world roughly 75–90 km) and total range exceeding 1,200 km, with 0–100 km/h acceleration around 8.4–8.5 seconds; they target buyers seeking strong combined efficiency and long-distance capability.
Dimensions & practicality
The Tiggo 7 PHEV measures 4,553 mm long, 1,862 mm wide and 1,696 mm tall with a 2,670 mm wheelbase and 175 mm ground clearance, giving it a slightly larger cabin and better suitability for rough roads. The Jaecoo J7 PHEV has a more compact footprint at 4,500 mm long, 1,865 mm wide and 1,670 mm tall with a 2,672 mm wheelbase, making it marginally easier for city parking while retaining similar interior packaging.
Efficiency & driving
Both models advertise combined fuel consumption near 1.0 L/100 km (about 16+ km/L combined) making them highly economical where fuel costs are high. Real-world EV-only range will vary with driving conditions but is expected around 75–90 km; hybrid system tuning yields brisk acceleration and long overall range, appealing for mixed urban and highway use.
Features & comfort
Shared equipment includes dual-screen infotainment setups, ADAS safety suite with AEB and FCW, seven airbags, panoramic sunroof, Sony audio and wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay. The Tiggo 7 emphasizes practical convenience with driver memory seats and a power tailgate, while the Jaecoo J7 leans premium with a larger 14.8-inch infotainment display, 10.25-inch digital cluster, heated and ventilated seats, 19‑inch alloy wheels and V2L capability.
Price & local context
In Pakistan pricing is expected around PKR 10.5 million for the Jaecoo J7 PHEV and approximately PKR 10–11 million for the Tiggo 7 PHEV, influenced by local CKD assembly trends and hybrid incentives; both models benefit economically from improved fuel efficiency and are positioned as family-friendly options amid energy and fuel-price volatility.
Short specs table
Powertrain: 1.5L turbo + electric motors; Battery: 18.3 kWh; Output: ~342 hp / 525 Nm; EV range (NEDC): >90 km (real ~75–90 km); 0–100 km/h: ~8.4–8.5 s; Expected Pakistan price: J7 ~PKR 10.5M, Tiggo 7 ~PKR 10–11M.
