Jaecoo J8 2027

Our most recent review of the 2027 Jaecoo J8 resulted in a score of 6.8 out of 10 for that particular example.

Carsguide Managing Editor Tim Nicholson had this to say at the time: On paper the Jaecoo J8 SHS Summit is hard to beat. For $60K you get a spacious, seven-seat family SUV with an excellent high-tech plug-in hybrid powertrain that’s punchy and efficient and a solid servicing and warranty offer.

You can read the full review here.

This is what Tim Nicholson liked most about this particular version of the Jaecoo J8: Clever, hi-tech powertrain, Value for money, Warranty and service offer

Jaecoo J8 2027 Colours

Exterior colour choices for the 2027 Jaecoo J8 consist of Ocean Blue, Iridium Silver, Arctic White and Carbon Black. Premium paint finishes carry an additional cost.

Arctic White

Carbon Black

Iridium Silver

Ocean Blue

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Jaecoo J8 2027 Accessories

Standard equipment across the 2027 Jaecoo J8 line-up includes 20-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic sunroof, a power tailgate and dual 12.3-inch screen displays. Audio equipment includes a 12-speaker Sony sound system with headrest speakers in the driver seat. Higher grade variants add a built-in fragrance system, second-row window shades, side parking sensors and automatic parking assist.

Jaecoo J8 2027 Interior

Cabin design highlights for the 2027 Jaecoo J8 include a black suede-type headliner, alloy pedals and electronic door release buttons. Dashboard and door trims include ambient lighting along with a frameless auto-dimming rear view mirror. The front centre console armrest includes a dedicated storage box with built-in air-conditioning vents.

Jaecoo J8 2027 Engine

Petrol 2027 Jaecoo J8 models feature a front-mounted 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine offering 183kW of power at 5500 rpm and 385Nm of torque from 1750 to 4000 rpm. The petrol engine pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission in front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The 2027 Jaecoo J8 SHS hybrid uses a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine delivering 105kW and 215Nm alongside an all-wheel-drive triple electric motor setup. Front electric motors output 75kW/170Nm and 90kW/220Nm, while the rear motor provides 175kW/310Nm via a three-speed dedicated hybrid transmission. Total system output is 315kW/580Nm.

Jaecoo J8 2027 Seats

The 2027 Jaecoo J8 petrol range seats five passengers, while the Jaecoo J8 SHS offers seven seats. Quilted leather upholstery features across the line-up, as well as an eight-way power-adjustable driver seat with thigh extension and four-way lumbar support. Front seating includes memory, heating, ventilation and massage functions. Rear seating features 60/40 split-folding second-row seats and a 50/50 split-folding third row on the PHEV variant, with upper petrol trims adding second-row heating and ventilation.

Jaecoo J8 2027 Boot Space

Five-seat 2027 Jaecoo J8 petrol models provide 738 litres (VDA) of cargo capacity measured to the roof with rear seats upright, expanding to 2021 litres with the second row folded flat. Seven-seat 2027 Jaecoo J8 SHS hybrid models provide 200 litres of cargo space with all three seating rows upright. Folding the third-row seats flat in the hybrid increases luggage capacity to 738 litres.

Jaecoo J8 2027 Speed

The 2027 Jaecoo J8 SHS can do the 0-100km/h dash in 5.8 seconds (top speed 205km/h), while the petrol does it in around 9.0 seconds (top speed 200km/h).

Jaecoo J8 2027 Range

The 2027 Jaecoo J8 SHS carries a 34kWh NCM (Nickel-Cobalt-Manganese) and graphite high-voltage battery mounted in the lower passenger compartment. Jaecoo claims an EV driving range of 169km under NEDC testing. Charging via DC fast power supports a 70 kW maximum rate through a CCS 2 port, while AC charging at 6.6kW takes 5.5 hours from 10 to 100 per cent.

The petrol Jaecoo J8 has a 65-litre tank and a theoretical driving range of more than 780km.