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Chery's Omoda and Jaecoo expand global reach and tech

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Throughout 2026, Omoda and Jaecoo continued to roll out new hybrid and electric models across Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America, reinforcing Chery Group’s strategy of intelligent engineering and AI-enabled vehicles. Following various market entries in Lithuania, Vietnam, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Greece, Thailand, the UK, Germany, Malaysia, Spain, and Romania, the brands expanded their global footprint with models like the Omoda O4 and Jaecoo J8. In September 2026, Jaecoo expanded its presence in Australia with the launch of the J7 PHEV AWD, a plug-in hybrid featuring a 354 hp output and a BYD-manufactured battery. In Malaysia, the brand launched the Jaecoo J5 EV, a locally assembled B-segment SUV with a WLTP range of up to 402 km. Regional growth in Indonesia was marked by the Jaecoo J5 emerging as a market leader in the rapidly growing BEV sector. In Vietnam, the brand reported delivering nearly 1,000 Jaecoo J5 vehicles in September 2026. European expansion continued with the introduction of the Jaecoo 5 and Jaecoo 7 lineups in Greece, alongside the launch of the 468 hp Jaecoo 8 plug-in hybrid in Hungary. In the United Kingdom, the Jaecoo 7 gained significant traction, becoming the UK’s best-selling new car model in September 2026 with 10,813 registrations. In ~~Poland,~~ October 2026, data from Select Car Leasing indicated the Jaecoo 7 held a 25% market share in the UK leasing sector, making it the most popular leased vehicle. In Germany, the Jaecoo 5 was positioned with hybrid prices starting at 27,900 euros and ~~Jaecoo 8 were introduced to the market.~~ electric versions at 32,400 euros. In Latin America, the Jaecoo 5 hybrid SUV launched in ~~Brazil, positioned to compete in the compact SUV segment.~~ Brazil. In Egypt, Jaecoo launched its flagship J8 PHEV, a seven-seater SUV producing 600 horsepower. ~~Meanwhile, in South Africa, the Jaecoo J5 expanded its lineup to include a hybrid option.~~

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