The Jaecoo 7 has gained a 221bhp hybrid variant priced from £29,195.
Named the SHS-H (standing for Super Hybrid System – Hybrid), it matches the turbocharged 1.5-litre petrol engine found in other versions of the 7 with a single electric motor.
This yields a 0-62mph time of 8.3sec, an official fuel economy figure of 51.8mpg and official CO2 emissions of 125g/km.
For reference, the rival Kia Sportage Hybrid is priced from £34,475. Its uses a 1.6-litre turbo petrol engine and a single electric motor for 145bhp, a 0-62mph time of 7.9sec, 50.4mpg and emissions of 126g/km.
The new 7 SHS-H is available in two trim levels, Pure and Deluxe. The former gets tweed upholstery, a 13.2in infotainment touchscreen, dual-zone climate control and a six-speaker sound system, among other kit. The latter, priced from £32,795, adds faux-leather upholstery, expands the touchscreen to 14.2in and adds an extra two speakers.
As well as the new hybrid option, Jaecoo has added a Black Luxury trim to the 7 range (pictured above). Blacking out the standard wheels and chrome elements, it’s priced from £36,500.
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