Jaecoo unveiled a new flagship model in Portugal

The Chinese brand took advantage of the SAHE to unveil the new Jaecoo 8: a plug-in hybrid SUV with 428 horsepower and over 130 km of electric range.

Jaecoo continues to expand its lineup in Portugal, with the next addition being the Jaecoo 8 SHS-P, a plug-in hybrid SUV featuring a “bold” combination: 428 horsepower, seven seats, and over 100 km of pure electric range.

At 4.82 meters in length, 1.93 meters in width, and with a wheelbase of 2.82 meters, it is the largest model in Jaecoo’s range, joining the Chinese manufacturer’s flagship models alongside the Omoda 9.

It made its debut in Portugal at the Hybrid and Electric Car Show (SAHE), held from October 16 to 18 at Alfândega do Porto, and is now available for order at prices starting from 55,900 euros.

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Over 130 km without fuel consumption

Beneath the body of the new Jaecoo 8 SHS-P lies a plug-in hybrid powertrain that combines a 1.5 turbo gasoline engine with three electric motors. Together, they deliver a total combined power of 315 kW (428 hp) and 580 Nm of torque.

The combined power reaches 428 hp (315 kW), with a maximum torque of 580 Nm. These figures enable acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds and a top speed of 180 km/h.

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But since this is a plug-in hybrid model, electric range is one of the most important specifications. Thanks to a 34.36 kWh battery, this Chinese SUV claims to be able to travel up to 134 kilometers without using a single drop of fuel.

The manufacturer also states a total range of up to 1000 kilometers, though these figures depend on driving conditions.

The battery can be charged via alternating current (AC) at up to 6.6 kW or direct current (DC) at up to 70 kW. According to the technical specifications for this model, charging from 30% to 80% on DC takes about 20 minutes.

How much does it cost?

As mentioned above, the Jaecoo 8 SHS-P is already available in Portugal at prices starting from 55,900 euros. The brand also offers a 7-year warranty or 150,000 kilometers of coverage. The battery comes with an 8-year warranty or 160,000 kilometers of coverage.

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