Jaecoo 7 vs Volvo EX30
Pure 1.5T SHS-H Auto Hybrid Automatic
Change versionCore 200kW P5 51kWh Auto Electric Automatic
Change versionAI overview
Choosing between the Jaecoo 7 and the Volvo EX30 comes down to whether you prioritise generous interior space and lots of equipment or prefer a stylish electric design and supreme comfort around town. Both cars manage to turn heads with their striking styling, but they each bring very different strengths and compromises to the table. The Jaecoo 7 offers plenty of room and a well-made interior, though it falls short on ride comfort and practicality. On the other hand, the Volvo EX30 is exceptionally comfortable and brings a cool, minimalist cabin, but you have to contend with a tight rear seat and a frustrating touchscreen-heavy setup.
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Choose it for
- Its smart, well-made interior, attention-grabbing looks, and loads of standard equipment for the money.
Worth knowing
- Comfort is a weak point, with suspension that feels firm over bumps and a driving experience that lacks polish.
Choose it for
- Head-turning minimalist styling, a super comfortable ride around town, and a cool, modern-feeling cabin.
Worth knowing
- Rear seat space is seriously compromised and nearly all cabin controls are operated through the touchscreen.
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Standard kit
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Android auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Touchscreen infotainment
A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
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Tow hitch
A fitted towbar for pulling a trailer, caravan or bike rack.
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Android auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Climate control
Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Touchscreen infotainment
A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
Key information
| Body type SUVs | Body type SUVs |
| Available fuel types Hybrid | Available fuel types Electric |
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Boot space, seats up 500 litres - 4 suitcases Best | Boot space, seats up 318 litres - 2 suitcases |
| Boot space, seats down 1,265 litres Best | Boot space, seats down 1,000 litres |
| External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,500 mm x 1,865 mm x 1,680 mm | External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,233 mm x 1,953 mm x 1,573 mm |
| Towing capacity 1,500 kg Best | Towing capacity 1,000 kg |
| First year tax rate £455 | First year tax rate £10 Best |
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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Fuel economy
This measures how much fuel a car uses, according to official tests. It's measured in miles per gallon (MPG) and a higher number means the car is more fuel efficient.
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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| Battery size 1.83 kWh | Battery size 51 kWh |
| Drive type Front wheel drive | Drive type Rear wheel drive |
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Drivetrain & power
| Engine name 1.5T SHS-H Auto | Engine name 200kW P5 51kWh Auto |
| Engine size 1.5 L Hybrid • 224 BHP | Engine size Electric • 272 BHP |
| Body type SUVs | Body type SUVs |
| Fuel type Hybrid | Fuel type Electric |
| Transmission Automatic | Transmission Automatic |
| Drive type Front wheel drive | Drive type Rear wheel drive |
| Forward gears 1 | Forward gears 1 |
| Acceleration 8.3 s (0-60 mph) | Acceleration 5.7 s (0-60 mph) Best |
| Battery size 1.83 kWh | Battery size 51 kWh |
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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Dimensions & space
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Number of doors 5 | Number of doors 5 |
| Boot (seats up) 500 litres Best | Boot (seats up) 318 litres |
| Boot (seats down) 1,265 litres Best | Boot (seats down) 1,000 litres |
| Length 4,500 mm | Length 4,233 mm |
| Width 1,865 mm | Width 1,953 mm |
| Height 1,680 mm | Height 1,573 mm |
| Wheelbase 2.67 m | Wheelbase 2.65 m |
| Turning circle — | Turning circle 11.2 m |
Full features list
*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.