Omoda and Jaecoo Surpass 1.4 Million Cars, Launch Hybrid with 5 kWh Battery

Cumulative global sales for Omoda and Jaecoo have crossed 1.4 million vehicles in roughly three and a half years. That figure puts both brands in a very different position from where they started. The number isn't casual. At the International User Summit in Wuhu, China, the two brands unveiled a new roadmap that shifts focus from sales volume to technology, starting with a new hybrid system featuring a 5 kWh battery and leading to a new generation of vehicles previewed by Omoda X. The shift is clear.

September 2026 sales reveal the momentum

Global sales for the two brands hit 73,421 vehicles in September 2026, up 123% year-on-year. The growth is striking. Europe now accounts for nearly half of their global sales, despite a relatively short presence in several markets across the continent, which suggests the overseas expansion strategy is paying off faster than expected. The numbers speak.

13 new models in three years

The company did not treat the 1.4 million figure as the finish line, but as a launchpad for a phase that aims to expand its portfolio to 13 models over the next three years. The ambition is large. Expansion will lean more heavily on hybrid and electric vehicles and smart technologies, aligning with the global market's push toward lower emissions and alternative powertrains. The lineup will grow.

A 5 kWh battery changes the hybrid equation

The most notable technical shift comes from the new hybrid system. That will debut globally on the Omoda 7 with a 5 kWh battery. The figure may look small next to full electric vehicle batteries, but it's relatively large for a conventional HEV. This is exactly where the two brands are trying to offer a different take. The goal is no longer just cutting fuel consumption, but extending the time the car runs quietly and smoothly like an EV, whether at launch, under acceleration, or at higher speeds. The experience will differ.

The system supports V2L technology to power external devices at up to 2.2 kW, meaning the car can serve as a power source on trips and outdoor activities. A practical idea. This direction reflects a broader vision at Chery and its two brands, where the car evolves from a means of transport into an integrated tech platform. Competition moves to another level.

China pulls the rug from under conventional hybrids

The new roadmap extends from hybrid system development to smart summoning and parking, through a cabin that relies more heavily on artificial intelligence. That combination puts Chery prices and its new models in direct competition with European and Japanese rivals. Competition will heat up. With Omoda X approaching, the two brands appear ready to shift the battle from units sold to the level of technology packed into every car.