Chinese brand Jaecoo has officially entered Egypt, where local distributor Ezz Elarab El Suewi launched four models. The range comprises the petrol-powered J5 and J7, plus the plug-in hybrid J7 SHS and all-wheel-drive J8 AWD SHS. Prices start at EGP 1,195,000 for the J5 Urban and reach EGP 2,650,000 for the J8 AWD SHS Flagship AWD.
The J5 is offered in Urban and Elite trims at EGP 1,195,000 and EGP 1,325,000, respectively. Its 1.5-liter turbocharged petrol engine is paired with a CVT and front-wheel drive. The petrol J7 costs EGP 1,495,000 in Elite form or EGP 1,645,000 in Premium trim; it uses a 197-hp turbo engine with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission.
The five-seat J7 SHS Smart is priced at EGP 1,940,000. Its 1.5-liter turbo petrol engine and electric motor produce a stated combined 279 hp. Jaecoo lists an 18.4-kWh battery, up to 100 km of electric-only driving and a total range of 1,215 km. Fast charging from 30% to 80% is stated to take 20 minutes.
At the top of the range, the seven-seat J8 AWD SHS combines a 1.5-liter petrol engine with three electric motors for up to 600 hp and 915 Nm. It has a 34.46-kWh battery and supports vehicle-to-load power output of up to 6.6 kW. Two-tone roofs and special paint are optional on some models, with listed surcharges of EGP 25,000 and EGP 30,000.