Key highlights
- The Black Edition costs $49,990 drive-away, making it the most expensive version of the Jaecoo J7.
- Black exterior detailing replaces chrome across the grille, alloy wheels, mirrors and roof rails.
- The plug-in hybrid retains its 260kW powertrain, 18.4kWh battery and claimed 80km electric range.
The 2027 Jaecoo J7 SHS-P Black Edition has arrived in Australia, bringing a darker look to the brand’s flagship mid-size SUV.
Priced at $49,990 drive-away, the new special edition costs $2,000 more than the SHS-P Summit AWD plug-in hybrid (PHEV) on which it is based. It is now the most expensive variant in the J7 range.
The Black Edition is expected to reach Australian dealerships in November 2026, with test drives scheduled to begin in mid-November.
Rather than introducing mechanical changes, Jaecoo has focused on giving the SUV a more distinctive appearance. The exterior chrome detailing has been replaced with black finishes across several elements, including the front grille, alloy wheels, side mirrors and roof rails.
The darker treatment continues inside, with a black headliner and dark pillar trims joining the existing cabin finishes.
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Same plug-in hybrid powertrain and 80km electric range
Under the bonnet, the Jaecoo J7 SHS-P Black Edition carries over the same plug-in hybrid setup as the Summit AWD.
It combines a 1.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine producing 105kW and 215Nm with two electric motors. The front motor develops 150kW and 310Nm, while the rear motor produces 113kW and 210Nm.
Combined system outputs stand at 260kW and 490Nm, with power sent through a dedicated hybrid transmission. The petrol engine can also run on regular 91-octane unleaded fuel, which should make everyday refuelling a little easier on the wallet.
Energy comes from an 18.4kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery. The battery supports AC charging at up to 6.6kW and DC fast charging at up to 40kW.
Jaecoo claims an electric driving range of up to 80km on the NEDC cycle, while the official combined fuel consumption figure is rated at 1.9L/100km.
These figures are unchanged from the Summit AWD, so buyers paying extra for the Black Edition are essentially getting a styling package rather than additional performance or electric driving range.
What equipment does the Jaecoo J7 Black Edition get?
The Black Edition retains the Summit AWD’s equipment list, which is fairly extensive for a mid-size SUV in this price bracket.
Exterior features include projector LED headlights with automatic high-beam, rain-sensing wipers, a panoramic sunroof with a powered sunshade and a power-operated tailgate.
Inside, the SUV gets a 10.25-inch digital instrument display and a 14.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, satellite navigation and a head-up display.
Other features include an eight-speaker Sony sound system, a 50W wireless phone charger, leatherette upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats with electric adjustment, dual-zone climate control and adjustable ambient lighting.
The safety and driver assistance package includes adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, lane-centring assistance, rear cross-traffic assist, safe exit warning and a surround-view camera.
Omoda Jaecoo Australia also offers an eight-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, alongside up to eight years of roadside assistance and capped-price servicing.
Another black edition joins Australia’s crowded SUV market
The Jaecoo J7 is the latest model to receive a black-themed special edition in Australia, following a growing trend among manufacturers looking to refresh existing models without making substantial mechanical changes.
Other recent examples include the Mitsubishi Outlander LS Black Edition, Zeekr 7X Black Special Edition and Cupra Terramar VZ Tribe Edition Black.
For buyers, these editions offer a way to get a more distinctive-looking vehicle without stepping up to a completely different model or powertrain.
However, the J7 Black Edition’s $2,000 premium is worth considering. The underlying Summit AWD already gets the same performance, battery, electric range and equipment, meaning the additional cost is largely for the black exterior and interior detailing.
Buyers who prefer the standard chrome-free appearance may find the Black Edition appealing, but those focused on value get essentially the same package from the less expensive Summit AWD.
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