Overview
The Omoda Jaecoo C7 is a new C-segment, five-seat SUV available in turbo petrol and petrol plug-in-hybrid forms. It suits buyers weighing a front-wheel-drive C-SUV with either a 194 hp 1.6-litre turbo petrol setup or a 355 hp PHEV. Malaysian pricing is yet to be announced.
C7 in 2026 — what's new
The Mk1 C7 is new for 2026 and remains in its Malaysian preview phase. The Turbo 2WD uses a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine and seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox, with a Malaysian launch targeted for the third quarter of 2026. The locally assembled PHEV is due in the fourth quarter and has been previewed with 360 PS and 530 Nm.
Variants (2)
Which variant to buy
Neither C7 variant has a Malaysian price, so there is no evidence-based default pick yet. The Turbo 2WD is TBA and pairs a 1,598 cc, 194 hp petrol engine with front-wheel drive and a wet dual-clutch automatic. The PHEV is also TBA, using a 1,497 cc, 355 hp petrol plug-in-hybrid powertrain, front-wheel drive and a single-ratio automatic. Most buyers should wait for final equipment lists and pricing before choosing between them.
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 154 hp
- Motor Horsepower
- 201 hp
- Torque
- 290 Nm
- Motor Torque
- 310 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,497 cc
- Battery Capacity
- 18.3 kWh
- EV Range
- 95 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 8.5 seconds
- Transmission
- Single Ratio Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 194 hp
- Torque
- 290 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,598 cc
- Transmission
- Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet)
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
Verdict
The C7’s confirmed fundamentals are a five-seat C-segment body, front-wheel drive and two distinct powertrains. The Turbo 2WD brings 194 hp, while the PHEV has 355 hp. But Malaysian prices, full equipment lists and road-test results are not yet available for this new model. Its final standing depends on those details.
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Omoda Jaecoo C7 FAQ
How much is the Omoda Jaecoo C7 in Malaysia?
Malaysian pricing for both the Omoda Jaecoo C7 Turbo 2WD and C7 PHEV is yet to be announced.
Which Omoda Jaecoo C7 variant should I buy?
Wait for final prices and equipment lists. The Turbo 2WD has a 194 hp 1.6-litre petrol engine, while the PHEV uses a 355 hp petrol plug-in-hybrid powertrain.
What powertrains does the Omoda Jaecoo C7 have?
The Turbo 2WD uses a 1,598 cc, 194 hp turbo petrol engine and wet dual-clutch automatic. The PHEV has a 1,497 cc, 355 hp petrol plug-in-hybrid powertrain with a single-ratio automatic.
When will the Omoda Jaecoo C7 launch in Malaysia?
The Turbo 2WD is targeted for the third quarter of 2026. The locally assembled C7 PHEV is due in the fourth quarter of 2026.
