2026 Jaecoo J8 SHS confirmed for Australia seven-seat PHEV due Q3
Jaecoo Australia has confirmed the J8 SHS will arrive in Q3 2026, bringing a three-motor plug-in hybrid drivetrain and the brand's first seven-seat layout, with pricing expected to land near $60,000 before on-road costs.
Shane Riley
Key takeaways
- 2026 Jaecoo J8 SHS lands in Australia Q3 2026
- First Jaecoo seven-seat SUV with plug-in hybrid power
- Australian pricing expected near $60,000 before on-roads
Jaecoo Australia has confirmed a plug-in hybrid version of its J8 large SUV will arrive in Q3 2026, marking the brand's first seven-seat offering for local buyers. The 2026 Jaecoo J8 SHS pairs that third row with a three-motor PHEV drivetrain, addressing two of the most common requests from buyers since the J8 launched here last year.
Local dealer arrivals are pencilled in by the end of July.
2026 Jaecoo J8 SHS pricing and rivals
Official Australian pricing hasn't been published yet, but expectations point to a starting figure around $60,000 before on-road costs. That slots it neatly between platform siblings: the Omoda 9 SHS coupe-SUV opens at $61,990, while the three-row Chery Tiggo 9 starts at $59,990.
The current petrol J8 runs from $49,990 driveaway for the Track and $54,990 driveaway for the Ridge, so the SHS will sit at the top of the lineup.
Australian buyers shopping the segment will weigh it against the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV at $58,990 and the Volkswagen Tayron PHEV at $62,390. Two-row alternatives like the Toyota RAV4 PHEV and Mazda CX-60 PHEV will also be on the shopping list.
2026 Jaecoo J8 SHS specs and performance
Power comes from a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine working with three electric motors and a 34kWh lithium-ion battery. Jaecoo Australia has confirmed the J8 SHS uses the same powertrain as the Omoda 9 SHS, which produces 395kW and 650Nm and clocks a 4.9-second 0-100km/h sprint.
Final Australian outputs and range figures are still to be locked in. For reference, UK-specification J8 SHS models claim 134km of electric-only range, with a theoretical combined driving distance above 1100km.
DC fast charging at up to 70kW should take roughly 25 minutes to lift the battery from 30 to 80 per cent. AC home charging at 6.6kW takes about 5.5 hours from 30 per cent to full.
Specs and performance
| Specification | Detail | |
| Engine | 1.5L turbocharged petrol | |
| Electric motors | 3 | |
| Battery | 34kWh lithium-ion | |
| Combined power | 395kW (Australian figure TBC) | |
| Combined torque | 650Nm (Australian figure TBC) | |
| 0-100km/h | 4.9 seconds (TBC) | |
| EV range | 134km (UK spec, Australian TBC) | |
| Combined range | 1100km+ (UK spec) | |
| DC charging | Up to 70kW | |
| Seating | 7 |
Equipment expected
Full specs will be confirmed closer to launch, but feature parity with the petrol Ridge flagship is likely. Expect:
- Dual 12.3-inch displays
- 14-speaker sound system
- Leather upholstery
- Heated, ventilated and massaging front seats
- 20-inch alloy wheels
- Power tailgate
- CDC adaptive electronic suspension
- Heated and ventilated rear seats
Roy Munoz, Chief Commercial Officer at Omoda Jaecoo Australia, said local customers had been pushing for a seven-seat option, and the SHS was built to suit families and a broader pool of Australian buyers.
For families chasing a three-row PHEV under $65,000, the J8 SHS just earned a spot on the shortlist.
Frequently asked questions
How much will the 2026 Jaecoo J8 SHS cost in Australia?
Pricing is expected to land around $60,000 before on-road costs, in line with platform siblings. Jaecoo Australia will confirm official figures closer to the Q3 2026 launch.
When does the Jaecoo J8 SHS go on sale in Australia?
Jaecoo Australia has confirmed a Q3 2026 launch, with dealer arrivals expected by the end of July.
What is the electric driving range of the Jaecoo J8 SHS?
UK-specification models claim 134km of EV-only range, while the related Omoda 9 SHS quotes 145km on the WLTP cycle. Final Australian figures will be confirmed before launch.
