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IOL News
06-06-2025
- Automotive
- IOL News
New Jaecoo J5 landing in South Africa soon - here's what to expect
The J5 shares a strong family resemblance with its larger J7 sibling. Image: Supplied The new Jaecoo J5 is set to reach South African shores during the third quarter of this year, Omoda & Jaecoo SA has confirmed. The company says the newcomer will bring the Jaecoo brand within reach of South Africans seeking a 'premium SUV experience' at a more accessible price point. The new J5 bears a strong resemblance to its larger J7 sibling, which itself has been praised for its elegant exterior lines, which many have equated to Range Rover models such as the Velar. Pricing has yet to be divulged, but we do know that it will slot beneath the J7, which currently starts at R549,900. Given that the similarly-sized and technically related Chery Tiggo Cross sells for between R399,900 and R449,900, it's likely that the majority of the J5 line-up will fall beneath the R500,000 mark. Jaecoo has confirmed that local J5 models will be powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine that delivers 115kW and 230Nm. Smooth lines define the new J5. Image: Supplied It will be paired with a CVT gearbox and the vehicle will have various selectable drive modes, including 'Normal', 'Eco' and 'Sport'. While in some overseas markets the J5 is offered with the J7's 1.6-litre turbopetrol engine, this is not known to be in the pipeline for South Africa, likely for cost reasons. ALSO READ: Omoda & Jaecoo confirm six new models for SA The local range is however, expected to grow to include plug-in hybrid and fully electric variants at a later stage. The interior boasts a best-in-class 13.2-inch vertical touchscreen with smart navigation, and wireless charging, while the optional panoramic sunroof is said to be the largest in the segment. Detailed local specifications have yet to be released, but O&J SA says it will be offered with options such as ventilated leather seats, automatic climate control and ambient lighting. Driver-assist features include adaptive cruise control and blind-spot detection, among others. 'With its advanced safety features, versatility, and refined interior, the new J5 is designed to meet the needs of modern South Africans who want more from their daily drive,' said O&J SA's brand and marketing manager Shannon Gahagan. An interesting fact about the J5 is that it was purpose-designed for pet lovers. Its specially extended seats were designed with pets in mind, while the air conditioning system has a powerful filtration system that can isolate pet hair. Overseas, it is also offered with specially designed boarding steps and a pet feeding system, although it's not clear whether these features will be offered locally. South African details, including pricing, will be released closer to launch. IOL
The Citizen
04-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Jaecoo confirms arrival date for J5 SUV in SA
The Jaecoo J5 is officially confirmed for a South African market debut in the third quarter of 2025. Here's a reminder of what the Chinese SUV is all about. Looking for a new or used Jaecoo? Find it here with CARmag! As CAR Magazine previously reported, the J5 is positioned as a compact crossover that slots in beneath the J7 in Jaecoo's growing SUV range. It's designed to offer a more accessible entry point into the brand's premium lineup while still delivering on the brand's proclaimed refinement, safety, and technology. As a reminder, the J5 will launch with a 1.5-litre petrol engine delivering 115kW and 230Nm, paired with a CVT driving the front wheels. Plug-in hybrid and fully electric versions are also in the pipeline, reflecting Jaecoo's strategy to expand its powertrain options. Related: Jaecoo J5 Compact SUV Heading to SA Inside, you can expect premium features like wireless charging, voice control, ventilated seats, leather upholstery, and a panoramic sunroof. The model will also inherit advanced safety systems, including adaptive cruise control and blind-spot detection, drawing from the J7 SHS's Euro NCAP credentials. Measuring 4 380mm in length, the J5 is tailored for urban use but retains practical elements like underbody protection and towing ability. Local specifications and pricing will be confirmed closer to launch, but Jaecoo's newest compact SUV looks set to bolster its footprint in the competitive crossover segment when it arrives in South Africa in Q3 2025. Looking for a new or used Jaecoo? Find it here with CARmag! The post Jaecoo Confirm J5 SUV Will Land in South Africa in Q3 2025 appeared first on CAR Magazine.
The Citizen
03-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Jaecoo J5 penned-in for third quarter South African market debut
Initial powertrain will be the familiar 1.5 T-GDI connected to a CVT rather than the 1.6 T-GDI and dual-clutch combo. A plug-in hybrid will, however, arrive at a later stage. Jaecoo J5 will take over from the J7 as the Chery-owned division's smallest model come the third quarter of 2025. Image: Omoda & Jaecoo South Africa Set to become its smallest model this year, Omoda & Jaecoo South Africa has released select details of the incoming Jaecoo J5. Officially shown in October last year before appearing at the Shanghai International Auto Show in March, the J5, as per its name, will take-up station below the J7 as a compact crossover the Chery-owned division says will 'raise the bar' when it arrives. Petrol first, SHS hybrid later Also shown as an EV in Shanghai, the local market J5 will, initially, use the familiar 1.5 T-GDI engine that powers the Tiggo Cross, Tiggo 4 Pro, Tiggo 7 Pro and the Omoda C5. ALSO READ: South African-bound new Jaecoo J5 officially shows itself Paired to the CVT, the unit will produce the same 115kW/230Nm as the latter, and send its amount of twist to the front axle only. Due at a later stage, possibly in the final quarter of the year or in 2026, a plug-in hybrid will be added under the SHS or Super Hybrid System banner with a reported combined system output of 145 kW. On the spec sheet Likely to offer an assortment of trim levels similar to the J7's Vortex, Glacier and Inferno grades, confirmed specification items for the J5 include a 13.2-inch infotainment system, a wireless smartphone charger, panoramic sunroof and a drive mode selector with three settings: Eco, Normal and Sport. Approved options will include ventilated front seats, leather upholstery and dual-zone climate control. Likely price Reportedly still on track to make its public showing at the Kyalami Festival of Motoring in August, pricing for the Jaecoo J5 will only be announced then, or possibility at an earlier stage as part of an expanded teaser campaign. At present, pricing for the J7 starts at R549 900 and ends at R679 900 for the all-wheel-drive Inferno. The mid-spec Glacier, meanwhile, has a sticker of R599 900. As such, expect pricing of the J5 to possibly start around the R450 000 to R500 000 mark when sales commence. ALSO READ: Jaecoo's new junior J5 emerges in fresh teasers without disguise
The Advertiser
02-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
2025 Omoda C9: Flagship PHEV mid-size SUV locked in for Australia
Vehicles are already arriving at Omoda Jaecoo dealers in Australia, but thus far they've all been Jaecoo-badged vehicles. Models wearing the Omoda nameplate, however, are coming soon. The first will be the Omoda C9, due on sale here in August as a flagship five-seat crossover SUV for the marque. Considered a single brand by parent company Chery, Omoda Jaecoo is referred to as "the next level up" with a mixture of more rakish (Omoda) and more traditionally styled (Jaecoo) models. Thus far, the Jaecoo arm of this brand is topping out with the J8 large five-seat SUV launching this month, with the Jaecoo J5 small SUV coming later this year and both models bookending the J7 mid-size SUV already on sale. The Omoda C9 is set to be followed later by the smaller Omoda 7. Timing for this model has yet to be announced. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Pricing and specifications for the Omoda C9 will be announced closer to launch. However, after first being approved for sale in Australia over 12 months ago, fresh government approval documents for the C9 have been published. This time, the turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine previously featured in documents has been joined by a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. The all-wheel drive SUV mates a turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with a three-speed hybrid transmission, with two of the electric motors located within the transmission unit. A third electric motor is situated at the back. The petrol engine produces 105kW, the front electric motors produce 75kW and 90kW, and the rear electric motor produces 120kW. While total system output and battery capacity aren't listed, looking to other export markets the Omoda C9 is offered with 19.43kWh or 34.46kWh batteries, and offers an electric-only range of up to 150km on the WLTP cycle. There's also a different PHEV powertrain with dual electric motors in markets like the UK. With the tri-electric motor setup, the Chinese brand claims total system outputs of 440kW of power and 915Nm of torque and a 0-100km/h time of 4.9 seconds. As mentioned, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol variants – with either front- or all-wheel drive – also appear in the Australian approval documents. These incorporate an eight-speed automatic transmission and a power output of 183kW (torque figures aren't listed in these documents). Unusually, that differs from the South African-market model, which produces 192kW and 400Nm. If we look again to other export markets, the Omoda C9 is offered with dual 12.3-inch screens, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a panoramic sunroof, and power-adjustable, heated and ventilated front seats. There are also features unique to the flagship Jaecoo J8, such as speakers mounted in the driver's head restraint and an in-car fragrance system. The Omoda C9 measures 4775mm long, 1920mm wide and 1671mm tall on a 2800mm wheelbase, which will make it one of the largest mid-size SUVs on the market. It's 35mm longer, 30mm wider and 4mm taller than a Mazda CX-60, which also offers a PHEV powertrain, though it sits on a 70mm shorter wheelbase. Boot space is a claimed 660 litres. Omoda C9 is the export name for Exeed Yaoguang, also known in some markets as the Exeed RX. It first entered production in 2022. While Chery Australia hasn't announced local launch plans for the Exeed brand, it has confirmed the door is open for more brands to join Chery and Omoda Jaecoo, albeit not in the short term. There's one model that won't be sold under the Omoda Jaecoo brand in Australia and, confusingly, that's the first vehicle to wear the Omoda name in our market: the Chery Omoda 5. Instead, it has been rechristened as the Chery C5, with its electric counterpart renamed to Chery E5. Content originally sourced from: Vehicles are already arriving at Omoda Jaecoo dealers in Australia, but thus far they've all been Jaecoo-badged vehicles. Models wearing the Omoda nameplate, however, are coming soon. The first will be the Omoda C9, due on sale here in August as a flagship five-seat crossover SUV for the marque. Considered a single brand by parent company Chery, Omoda Jaecoo is referred to as "the next level up" with a mixture of more rakish (Omoda) and more traditionally styled (Jaecoo) models. Thus far, the Jaecoo arm of this brand is topping out with the J8 large five-seat SUV launching this month, with the Jaecoo J5 small SUV coming later this year and both models bookending the J7 mid-size SUV already on sale. The Omoda C9 is set to be followed later by the smaller Omoda 7. Timing for this model has yet to be announced. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Pricing and specifications for the Omoda C9 will be announced closer to launch. However, after first being approved for sale in Australia over 12 months ago, fresh government approval documents for the C9 have been published. This time, the turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine previously featured in documents has been joined by a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. The all-wheel drive SUV mates a turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with a three-speed hybrid transmission, with two of the electric motors located within the transmission unit. A third electric motor is situated at the back. The petrol engine produces 105kW, the front electric motors produce 75kW and 90kW, and the rear electric motor produces 120kW. While total system output and battery capacity aren't listed, looking to other export markets the Omoda C9 is offered with 19.43kWh or 34.46kWh batteries, and offers an electric-only range of up to 150km on the WLTP cycle. There's also a different PHEV powertrain with dual electric motors in markets like the UK. With the tri-electric motor setup, the Chinese brand claims total system outputs of 440kW of power and 915Nm of torque and a 0-100km/h time of 4.9 seconds. As mentioned, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol variants – with either front- or all-wheel drive – also appear in the Australian approval documents. These incorporate an eight-speed automatic transmission and a power output of 183kW (torque figures aren't listed in these documents). Unusually, that differs from the South African-market model, which produces 192kW and 400Nm. If we look again to other export markets, the Omoda C9 is offered with dual 12.3-inch screens, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a panoramic sunroof, and power-adjustable, heated and ventilated front seats. There are also features unique to the flagship Jaecoo J8, such as speakers mounted in the driver's head restraint and an in-car fragrance system. The Omoda C9 measures 4775mm long, 1920mm wide and 1671mm tall on a 2800mm wheelbase, which will make it one of the largest mid-size SUVs on the market. It's 35mm longer, 30mm wider and 4mm taller than a Mazda CX-60, which also offers a PHEV powertrain, though it sits on a 70mm shorter wheelbase. Boot space is a claimed 660 litres. Omoda C9 is the export name for Exeed Yaoguang, also known in some markets as the Exeed RX. It first entered production in 2022. While Chery Australia hasn't announced local launch plans for the Exeed brand, it has confirmed the door is open for more brands to join Chery and Omoda Jaecoo, albeit not in the short term. There's one model that won't be sold under the Omoda Jaecoo brand in Australia and, confusingly, that's the first vehicle to wear the Omoda name in our market: the Chery Omoda 5. Instead, it has been rechristened as the Chery C5, with its electric counterpart renamed to Chery E5. Content originally sourced from: Vehicles are already arriving at Omoda Jaecoo dealers in Australia, but thus far they've all been Jaecoo-badged vehicles. Models wearing the Omoda nameplate, however, are coming soon. The first will be the Omoda C9, due on sale here in August as a flagship five-seat crossover SUV for the marque. Considered a single brand by parent company Chery, Omoda Jaecoo is referred to as "the next level up" with a mixture of more rakish (Omoda) and more traditionally styled (Jaecoo) models. Thus far, the Jaecoo arm of this brand is topping out with the J8 large five-seat SUV launching this month, with the Jaecoo J5 small SUV coming later this year and both models bookending the J7 mid-size SUV already on sale. The Omoda C9 is set to be followed later by the smaller Omoda 7. Timing for this model has yet to be announced. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Pricing and specifications for the Omoda C9 will be announced closer to launch. However, after first being approved for sale in Australia over 12 months ago, fresh government approval documents for the C9 have been published. This time, the turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine previously featured in documents has been joined by a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. The all-wheel drive SUV mates a turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with a three-speed hybrid transmission, with two of the electric motors located within the transmission unit. A third electric motor is situated at the back. The petrol engine produces 105kW, the front electric motors produce 75kW and 90kW, and the rear electric motor produces 120kW. While total system output and battery capacity aren't listed, looking to other export markets the Omoda C9 is offered with 19.43kWh or 34.46kWh batteries, and offers an electric-only range of up to 150km on the WLTP cycle. There's also a different PHEV powertrain with dual electric motors in markets like the UK. With the tri-electric motor setup, the Chinese brand claims total system outputs of 440kW of power and 915Nm of torque and a 0-100km/h time of 4.9 seconds. As mentioned, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol variants – with either front- or all-wheel drive – also appear in the Australian approval documents. These incorporate an eight-speed automatic transmission and a power output of 183kW (torque figures aren't listed in these documents). Unusually, that differs from the South African-market model, which produces 192kW and 400Nm. If we look again to other export markets, the Omoda C9 is offered with dual 12.3-inch screens, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a panoramic sunroof, and power-adjustable, heated and ventilated front seats. There are also features unique to the flagship Jaecoo J8, such as speakers mounted in the driver's head restraint and an in-car fragrance system. The Omoda C9 measures 4775mm long, 1920mm wide and 1671mm tall on a 2800mm wheelbase, which will make it one of the largest mid-size SUVs on the market. It's 35mm longer, 30mm wider and 4mm taller than a Mazda CX-60, which also offers a PHEV powertrain, though it sits on a 70mm shorter wheelbase. Boot space is a claimed 660 litres. Omoda C9 is the export name for Exeed Yaoguang, also known in some markets as the Exeed RX. It first entered production in 2022. While Chery Australia hasn't announced local launch plans for the Exeed brand, it has confirmed the door is open for more brands to join Chery and Omoda Jaecoo, albeit not in the short term. There's one model that won't be sold under the Omoda Jaecoo brand in Australia and, confusingly, that's the first vehicle to wear the Omoda name in our market: the Chery Omoda 5. Instead, it has been rechristened as the Chery C5, with its electric counterpart renamed to Chery E5. Content originally sourced from: Vehicles are already arriving at Omoda Jaecoo dealers in Australia, but thus far they've all been Jaecoo-badged vehicles. Models wearing the Omoda nameplate, however, are coming soon. The first will be the Omoda C9, due on sale here in August as a flagship five-seat crossover SUV for the marque. Considered a single brand by parent company Chery, Omoda Jaecoo is referred to as "the next level up" with a mixture of more rakish (Omoda) and more traditionally styled (Jaecoo) models. Thus far, the Jaecoo arm of this brand is topping out with the J8 large five-seat SUV launching this month, with the Jaecoo J5 small SUV coming later this year and both models bookending the J7 mid-size SUV already on sale. The Omoda C9 is set to be followed later by the smaller Omoda 7. Timing for this model has yet to be announced. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Pricing and specifications for the Omoda C9 will be announced closer to launch. However, after first being approved for sale in Australia over 12 months ago, fresh government approval documents for the C9 have been published. This time, the turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine previously featured in documents has been joined by a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. The all-wheel drive SUV mates a turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with a three-speed hybrid transmission, with two of the electric motors located within the transmission unit. A third electric motor is situated at the back. The petrol engine produces 105kW, the front electric motors produce 75kW and 90kW, and the rear electric motor produces 120kW. While total system output and battery capacity aren't listed, looking to other export markets the Omoda C9 is offered with 19.43kWh or 34.46kWh batteries, and offers an electric-only range of up to 150km on the WLTP cycle. There's also a different PHEV powertrain with dual electric motors in markets like the UK. With the tri-electric motor setup, the Chinese brand claims total system outputs of 440kW of power and 915Nm of torque and a 0-100km/h time of 4.9 seconds. As mentioned, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol variants – with either front- or all-wheel drive – also appear in the Australian approval documents. These incorporate an eight-speed automatic transmission and a power output of 183kW (torque figures aren't listed in these documents). Unusually, that differs from the South African-market model, which produces 192kW and 400Nm. If we look again to other export markets, the Omoda C9 is offered with dual 12.3-inch screens, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a panoramic sunroof, and power-adjustable, heated and ventilated front seats. There are also features unique to the flagship Jaecoo J8, such as speakers mounted in the driver's head restraint and an in-car fragrance system. The Omoda C9 measures 4775mm long, 1920mm wide and 1671mm tall on a 2800mm wheelbase, which will make it one of the largest mid-size SUVs on the market. It's 35mm longer, 30mm wider and 4mm taller than a Mazda CX-60, which also offers a PHEV powertrain, though it sits on a 70mm shorter wheelbase. Boot space is a claimed 660 litres. Omoda C9 is the export name for Exeed Yaoguang, also known in some markets as the Exeed RX. It first entered production in 2022. While Chery Australia hasn't announced local launch plans for the Exeed brand, it has confirmed the door is open for more brands to join Chery and Omoda Jaecoo, albeit not in the short term. There's one model that won't be sold under the Omoda Jaecoo brand in Australia and, confusingly, that's the first vehicle to wear the Omoda name in our market: the Chery Omoda 5. Instead, it has been rechristened as the Chery C5, with its electric counterpart renamed to Chery E5. Content originally sourced from:
7NEWS
02-06-2025
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
2025 Omoda C9: Flagship PHEV mid-size SUV locked in for Australia
Vehicles are already arriving at Omoda Jaecoo dealers in Australia, but thus far they've all been Jaecoo-badged vehicles. Models wearing the Omoda nameplate, however, are coming soon. The first will be the Omoda C9, due on sale here in August as a flagship five-seat crossover SUV for the marque. Considered a single brand by parent company Chery, Omoda Jaecoo is referred to as 'the next level up' with a mixture of more rakish (Omoda) and more traditionally styled (Jaecoo) models. Thus far, the Jaecoo arm of this brand is topping out with the J8 large five-seat SUV launching this month, with the Jaecoo J5 small SUV coming later this year and both models bookending the J7 mid-size SUV already on sale. The Omoda C9 is set to be followed later by the smaller Omoda 7. Timing for this model has yet to be announced. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Pricing and specifications for the Omoda C9 will be announced closer to launch. However, after first being approved for sale in Australia over 12 months ago, fresh government approval documents for the C9 have been published. This time, the turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine previously featured in documents has been joined by a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. The all-wheel drive SUV mates a turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine with a three-speed hybrid transmission, with two of the electric motors located within the transmission unit. A third electric motor is situated at the back. The petrol engine produces 105kW, the front electric motors produce 75kW and 90kW, and the rear electric motor produces 120kW. While total system output and battery capacity aren't listed, looking to other export markets the Omoda C9 is offered with 19.43kWh or 34.46kWh batteries, and offers an electric-only range of up to 150km on the WLTP cycle. There's also a different PHEV powertrain with dual electric motors in markets like the UK. With the tri-electric motor setup, the Chinese brand claims total system outputs of 440kW of power and 915Nm of torque and a 0-100km/h time of 4.9 seconds. As mentioned, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol variants – with either front- or all-wheel drive – also appear in the Australian approval documents. These incorporate an eight-speed automatic transmission and a power output of 183kW (torque figures aren't listed in these documents). Unusually, that differs from the South African-market model, which produces 192kW and 400Nm. If we look again to other export markets, the Omoda C9 is offered with dual 12.3-inch screens, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a panoramic sunroof, and power-adjustable, heated and ventilated front seats. There are also features unique to the flagship Jaecoo J8, such as speakers mounted in the driver's head restraint and an in-car fragrance system. The Omoda C9 measures 4775mm long, 1920mm wide and 1671mm tall on a 2800mm wheelbase, which will make it one of the largest mid-size SUVs on the market. It's 35mm longer, 30mm wider and 4mm taller than a Mazda CX-60, which also offers a PHEV powertrain, though it sits on a 70mm shorter wheelbase. Boot space is a claimed 660 litres. Omoda C9 is the export name for Exeed Yaoguang, also known in some markets as the Exeed RX. It first entered production in 2022. While Chery Australia hasn't announced local launch plans for the Exeed brand, it has confirmed the door is open for more brands to join Chery and Omoda Jaecoo, albeit not in the short term. There's one model that won't be sold under the Omoda Jaecoo brand in Australia and, confusingly, that's the first vehicle to wear the Omoda name in our market: the Chery Omoda 5.
