Explore The World Of JAECOO: Insights And Innovations Unveiled
Welcome to the Group1 JAECOO Blog, the ultimate destination for staying informed about all things JAECOO in South Africa. As the brand matures we will be adding a diverse range of content, from updates on new releases to detailed JAECOO reviews and glimpses into the innovative technologies propelling JAECOO forward. Our team is thrilled to share our enthusiasm for JAECOO, offering you a comprehensive source of information, updates, and insights.
OMODA & JAECOO have expanded rapidly to 64 countries, achieving over 900,000 global sales in under three years The brand’s SHS hybrid techno...
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From China To Global Contender: How New-Age SUV Brands Like JAECOO Are Disrupting Traditional Premium Players
Posted on 29 Apr 2026
The global SUV landscape is shifting faster than many of us could ever have expected. As the 19th Beijing International Auto Show opened this week, OM...
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OMODA & JAECOO introduce international warranty recognition across global network
Posted on 21 Apr 2026
OMODA and JAECOO owners can access warranty support at any authorised service centre worldwide, regardless of where the vehicle was purchased Customer...
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Fuel prices, environmental awareness and rapid advances in vehicle technology are pushing many South African motorists to rethink what they drive. Tra...
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Walk through any dealership parking lot, and you’ll see it everywhere: SUVs that look ready for adventure. Chunky bumpers, roof rails, black pla...
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OMODA & JAECOO’s SHS hybrid models address South African driving needs With up to 150 km pure electric range and low fuel consumption, SHS ...
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Modern SUVs are packed with technology, and if you have scanned a brochure recently, you have probably felt a little overwhelmed. Long feature lists, ...
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OMODA & JAECOO South Africa offers customers free holiday vehicle health checks for safer summer travel
Posted on 08 Jan 2026
OMODA & JAECOO South Africa is offering a free, 15-minute Holiday Vehicle Health Check to help families travel safely during the peak festive sea...
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From Newcomer To Award-Winner: Why The World Is Suddenly Paying A LOT Of Attention To JAECOO
Posted on 17 Dec 2025
If you’ve started noticing more JAECOO badges popping up on South African roads, you’re not imagining things. The brand has arrived with real inte...
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JAECOO has just made it official – its most affordable hybrid SUV, the J5 Hybrid, is headed for South Africa. And if the brand’s recent tr...
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Every family has its standouts. Some are bold and expressive, while others carry quiet confidence and class. In the Chery Group family, OMODA and JAEC...
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JAECOO introduces the all-new J5, a stylish and compact SUV that slots in below the larger J7, offering the same premium appeal in a more accessible p...
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From Johannesburg to Shanghai, JAECOO has been making headlines for all the right reasons. The automaker may have started as a newcomer on South Afric...
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OMODA and JAECOO proceed through 2025 with momentum and ambition, primarily thanks to a leadership team that reflects the company’s forward-looking ...
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Once upon a time, there was an auto brand that dared to dream big. It wanted to stand shoulder to shoulder with the giants of the motoring world, whil...
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OMODA & JAECOO South Africa achieve record July sales and announce upcoming J5 launch
Posted on 18 Aug 2025
OMODA & JAECOO record their best-ever monthly sales in South Africa, with 1,069 units sold in July 2025. Growth driven by strong demand for the C...
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OMODA & JAECOO have achieved over 600,000 global sales in just 27 months, making them the fastest emerging automotive brand to do so. In South Af...
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If you’ve been watching the hybrid SUV space with interest, you’ll want to hear this. The JAECOO J7 SHS has officially arrived in South Africa, an...
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C7 SHS, C5 HEV and J5 BEV lead OMODA & JAECOO’s charge into the electrified era
Posted on 03 Jul 2025
New Energy Vehicle (NEV) ambitions with the recent unveiling of the C7 SHS, C5 HEV, and J5 BEV—three cutting-edge electrified models that reflect th...
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OMODA & JAECOO exceed 1,000 vehicle sales in June, marking record growth in South Africa
Posted on 02 Jul 2025
June has been a record-breaking month for OMODA & JAECOO South Africa, with 1,009 new passenger vehicles sold during this period. Since entering ...
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Hybrid SUVs are having a moment, and it’s not just hype. As South African drivers look for ways to cut fuel costs without compromising on space, pow...
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JAECOO’s first plug-in hybrid SUV, the J7 SHS, debuts in South Africa with 90 km of electric-only range. Delivers 255 kW and 525 N.m, with fast-char...
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New JAECOO J5 will raise the bar for compact crossovers when it arrives in Q3 2025
Posted on 03 Jun 2025
Making its global debut at the 2025 Shanghai International Auto Show, the all-new JAECOO J5 is a striking new crossover that expands the brand’s pre...
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JAECOO is pleased to announce the imminent arrival of the J7 SHS, the powerful plug-in hybrid version of the popular J7 SUV, in the South African mark...
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JAECOO, Chery’s more rugged, outdoorsy sub-brand, made its South African debut in 2024 with a bold entry into the SUV segment. Now, it’s gearing u...
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Two years after their unveiling at Auto Shanghai, OMODA & JAECOO are returning to the biennial international show with several new models, inc...
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When the tar road disappears and gravel takes over, most vehicles hesitate. JAECOO doesn’t. That’s because under the sleek bodywork of every JAECO...
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JAECOO J7 SHS Euro NCAP Impressive Perfomance ResultsThe JAECOO J7 SHS, the powerful plug-in hybrid set to arrive in South Africa at the end of May 20...
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Something electrifying recently unfolded on South African roads, and it was far more than just a road trip. It was a bold showcase of innovation, rang...
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JAECOO & OMODA plug in hybrids prove their efficiency on an endurance journey across South Africa
Posted on 28 Feb 2025
Following a successful tour across the Western Cape and Eastern Cape, a fleet of JAECOO and OMODA plug in hybrid vehicles has demo...
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South African motorists are no strangers to innovation, style, and performance when it comes to choosing their next vehicle. The Mzanzi car scene is a...
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OMODA and JAECOO set to showcase PHEV efficiency in epic Cape Town-to-Gqeberha endurance drive
Posted on 14 Feb 2025
OMODA and JAECOO are embarking on an electrified adventure with the all-new C9 and J7 plug-in hybrid SUVs, which are due in South Africa later this...
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Launched locally in April 2024, the JAECOO J7 has made its mark in South Africa in a matter of months. This striking premium SUV is designed for tho...
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From sceptic to believer: why this German luxury car owner made the switch to a Chinese vehicle
Posted on 06 Feb 2025
Chinese cars have long been criticised, often unfairly so. The latest models from China are a far cry from the admittedly inferior products that reach...
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OMODA C9 and JAECOO J7 named finalists in the 2025 South African Car of the Year competition
Posted on 28 Jan 2025
Brand O&J, the division of the Chery Group that encompasses the OMODA and JAECOO brands, are proud to announce that the OMODA C9 and JAECOO J...
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The Philosophy Behind JAECOO’s Striking Designs & Why Mzansi Motorists Love It
Posted on 16 Jan 2025
South African auto enthusiasts are becoming more intrigued by JAECOO vehicles by the day, and it’s easy to understand why. Underpinned by a dapp...
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OMODA & JAECOO secure top 10 spot in South Africa’s new passenger car sales with strong December performance
Posted on 15 Jan 2025
OMODA and JAECOO, the marques comprising the Brand O&J division, have reached a significant milestone in South Africa, securing a spot among the t...
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EPCR, the tournament organiser of the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup, has announced OMODA | JAECOO as its Official Automotive Partner...
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Imagine a future where you can tackle long road trips, navigate urban jungles, and enjoy your daily commute, all with an SUV that offers unparalleled ...
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Brand O&J—the Chery Group division comprising the OMODA and JAECOO marques—entered the South African market in 2023 with the launch of the OMO...
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Ready to meet an SUV that’s shaking things up? The JAECOO J7 Glacier has arrived in Mzansi, and it’s packing some serious style, tech, and cleve...
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Introducing the JAECOO J5: big on features and innovation – coming soon to South Africa
Posted on 23 Oct 2024
JAECOO is excited to announce the arrival of the all-new J5, which was revealed at the 2024 OMODA & JAECOO International User Summit in Wuhu, Chin...
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If you’ve been keeping an eye on the SUV market in South Africa, you’ve likely noticed the buzz around JAECOO, and for good reason! Despite be...
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The Chery Group division comprising the fast-growing OMODA and JAECOO marques – Brand O&J – soared to a new high on South Africa’s sales cha...
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The automotive world is abuzz with anticipation, and for a good reason—JAECOO has just confirmed that their innovative new J6 model is coming to Sou...
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Brand O&J – the Chery Group division comprising the OMODA and JAECOO marques – was the centre of attention at South Africa’s 2024 Festival o...
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JAECOO is pleased to announce that the new fully electric J6 has been officially confirmed for the South African market.Brand O&J – the fast-gro...
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Welcome back to our in-depth exploration of the JAECOO J7! In our first blog post, we introduced you to this stunning SUV, highlighting its bold desig...
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JAECOO is pleased to announce its association with EFC as the official vehicle partner of Africa’s premier mixed martial arts (MMA) organisation. As...
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SUV enthusiasts, assemble! The JAECOO J7 has arrived, and it’s set to redefine expectations in the premium SUV segment. As a sister brand to Che...
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Newly established urban off-road SUV brand JAECOO rocketed into the top 30 of South Africa’s best-selling automotive brands in April 2024, despite h...
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The highly anticipated JAECOO J7 has officially launched in South Africa, hitting the market as the very first model from the newly establis...
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Gauteng’s Lion & Safari Park played host to the first-drive impression of JAECOO’s new high-end off-road SUV, the J7, ahead of its o...
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JAECOO is ready to make its debut and has kick-started its launch season with the first batch of J7 commercial vehicles having already arrived in Sout...
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JAECOO, the newly established urban off-road SUV marque and second brand from OMODA&JAECOO, is launching its first model, the highly sophisticated...
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With a peak power of 197 horsepower, a 1.6TGDI engine, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in the 8-second range, over 80% high-strength steel composition...
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JAECOO has officially announced their entry into South Africa, making it one of the very first countries in the world to welcome the newly established...
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