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Jaecoo J8

The Jaecoo J8 (also known as Jaecoo 8) is a three-row mid-size crossover SUV produced by Chery since 2023, available as a five-seater and a three-row seven-seater model. Outside China, the vehicle is marketed under the Jaecoo brand as its second product. It is available in both a petrol and a plug-in hybrid model.[5][6]

In China, it is marketed as the Chery Fulwin T10 for the plug-in hybrid model, under the Chery Fulwin product series, it was launched in China in April 2024.[7] Initially, it was introduced as the Fulwin T9 in 2023, before the name was transferred to a smaller model.[8]

Overview

The production version of the Chinese market Tiggo 9 was revealed in March 2023 at the 2023 Auto Shanghai in China.[9] The Chinese market Tiggo 9 for export markets were initially introduced as the Jaecoo 9,[10] but was later renamed to Jaecoo J8 or Jaecoo 8. The Jaecoo J8/8 made its global debut in Qatar in October 2023.[11]

The vehicle is based on the T1X platform unibody chassis and features CDC suspension, which realises intelligent full-sensing adjustment through stepless adjustment of suspension hardness. For the suspension, MacPherson struts are used for the front and multi-link suspension for the rear. The wheels are 20-inch in size.[12][13][14]

The interior of the vehicle features a dual-curved screen with a 12.3-inch LCD instrument panel and a 12.3-inch central control screen curved towards the driver. The digital functionalities of the infotainment system are powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 chip. For the audio system, the vehicle is equipped with a 14-speaker Sony surround sound system.[15]

Powertrain

The vehicle is powered by a Kunpeng Power 2.0-litre TGDi inline-four turbocharged petrol engine produces 195 kW and 400 Nm of torque. The engine is paired to an Aisin 8-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters and powers all four wheels. The top speed is 205 km/h, with a combined fuel consumption of 7.7 L/100km. For the Chinese market, the Chery Dual Mode (C-DM) plug-in hybrid version is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol PHEV Kunpeng Super Intelligent Hybrid version is also available, with a 0 - 100 kph acceleration in 4.5 seconds and a CLTC range of 1300 km.[16] The battery of the plug-in hybrid version can be recharged from 30% to 80% in 18 minutes.[17]

For export markets, the plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version is powered by a SQRH4J15 1.5-litre inline-four turbocharged petrol PHEV produces a combined output of 395 kW and 650 Nm of torque paired with a 3-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission, marketed as the Super Hybrid System (SHS). The export market plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version has a 0 - 100 kph acceleration in 5.8 seconds, a pure electric range of 180 km, and a CLTC range of 1400 km.[18][19]

Markets

Australia

The J8 was launched in Australia on 7 May 2025, in two variants: Track (2WD) and Ridge (AWD), both variants are powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine. In Australia, both variants are a 5-seater configuration.[20]

Indonesia

The J8 SHS ARDIS the plug-in hybrid version had its world premiere on 22 July 2025, shortly before the 32nd Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show.[21] The J8 was launched in Indonesia on 23 July 2025 at the 32nd Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show, featuring two variants: ARDIS and SHS ARDIS. These variants are powered by either a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine or a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol plug-in hybrid (SHS). Both variants come equipped with the All Roads Drive Intelligent System (ARDIS) for the all-wheel drive system. In Indonesia, both variants have a 6-seater configuration.[22][19]

Malaysia

The J8 was first introduced in Malaysia in January 2024,[23] then was previewed in Malaysia in March 2025 in the right-hand drive Malaysian specification model,[24] and was launched on 18 July 2025.[25] In Malaysia, two variants are available: 2WD (5-seater) and AWD (6-seater), both variants are powered by the 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine.[25]

United Kingdom

In October 2025, the Jaecoo 8 was confirmed to launch in the United Kingdom in 2026.[26][27]

References

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