Jaecoo Launches J7 SHS-P Black Edition in Australia

The blacked-out plug-in hybrid SUV is priced from $49,990 drive-away and arrives in dealerships this month.

Updated on Nov. 2, 2026 in Electric Vehicles

A dark matte-black compact SUV parked on a rural road beside red earth and eucalyptus under warm late-afternoon light. — Jaecoo has launched its J7 SHS-P Black Edition plug-in hybrid SUV in Australia, priced from $49,990 drive-away, $2000 less than the Summit AWD. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Jaecoo has launched the J7 SHS-P Black Edition SUV in Australia, featuring black finishes throughout the exterior and interior. The model is priced from $49,990 drive-away, $2000 less than the SHS-P Summit AWD it is based on.

Why it matters

The launch gives Australian buyers a lower-priced, blacked-out variant of the J7 plug-in hybrid SUV. Its 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine and two e-motors offer electrified performance at a price point positioned against the standard Summit AWD.

The Black Edition's combined powertrain produces 206kW and 490Nm from a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine and two e-motors. The vehicle is claimed to charge from 30 to 80 per cent in 20 minutes on DC fast charging, though independent verification was not provided.

The players

Jaecoo

Jaecoo is a Chinese automotive brand, part of the Chery Automobile group, that sells SUVs in international markets including Australia.

The details

Chrome detailing has been removed and replaced with black finishes inside and out. The model features a 14.8-inch infotainment touchscreen and a 10.25-inch driver's display.

November 2026: Black Edition arrives in Australian dealerships.
Mid-November 2026: Test drives become available.

Roadmap

The J7 Black Edition extends Jaecoo's Super Hybrid System platform into a new trim tier, building on the plug-in hybrid architecture that combines a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine with two e-motors. It reflects a wider push by Chinese brands in Australia to offer electrified SUVs at price points that compete with established rivals.

At $49,990 drive-away, the Black Edition is $2000 cheaper than the SHS-P Summit AWD, so buyers can access the plug-in hybrid setup at a lower entry cost. The eight-year/unlimited km warranty covers both the car and the EV battery.

The takeaway

Buyers comparing plug-in hybrid SUVs should weigh the $2000 saving against the Summit AWD's equipment, and check claimed charging and fuel figures during test drives from mid-November.