Stylish, chic, and capable are some of the words you can use to describe the Jaecoo J7. If that's what you need, then this should be a vehicle that falls under your radar. "From Classic, Beyond Classic" is the philosophy that the J7 embodies, which simply means taking what the public loves about motoring classically and going beyond that. You can read our thoughts from the pre-launch and launch events.
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There are many things to like about the J7, like the massive infotainment control centre from 13-14 inches, the ARDIS Offroad system in the All-Wheel Drive variant, and rugged styling that appeals to many. Technologically, the J7 is pretty current, with much control dedicated to the infotainment control centre and clever use of augmented realities to further enhance your driving experience. The J7 is pretty well priced, but which is the cheapest variant you can buy?
What's on offer?
There are 3 variants on offer with the J7:
| Model | Vortex | Glacier | Inferno |
| Engine | 1.6 TGDI | ||
| Power | 145kW | ||
| Torque | 290Nm | ||
| Transmission | 7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission | ||
| Claimed fuel economy | 7.0l /100km | 7.0l /100km | 7.8l /100km |
| Driving modes | Sport / Eco / Standard | Sport / Eco / Standard | Sport / Eco / Standard / Snow / Mud / Sand / Offroad |
| Driven wheels | Front | Front | All Four |
| Price | from R549 900 | from R599 900 | from R679 900 |
*Pricing stated here is correct at the time of posting and subject to change without prior notice.
Verdict
Looking at the table above, the cheapest J7 variant you can buy is the entry-level Vortex. Which is the best variant, however? You can read that here. The trims head-to-head? Right over here. The J7 is quite a comprehensive package, and the entry-level price is quite good. If you're sold on a J7 after reading this, you can search AutoTrader for the latest used and new offerings and sell your car, too.
