Isuzu MU-X vs Jaecoo J7 SHS

The Isuzu MU-X starts from $43,900 before on-road costs, while the Jaecoo J7 SHS opens at $43,990. That makes the Isuzu MU-X the more affordable entry point by $90.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $48,290 and $48,389 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Jaecoo J7 SHS by roughly $7,410 in fuel alone.

Both the Isuzu MU-X and Jaecoo J7 SHS hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 86% for the Isuzu MU-X and 81% for the Jaecoo J7 SHS.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Jaecoo J7 SHS packs more ADAS features with 9 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the Isuzu MU-X.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the Isuzu MU-X and 8 in the Jaecoo J7 SHS. The Jaecoo J7 SHS adds a 360-degree camera that the Isuzu MU-X misses.

The Isuzu MU-X features a 8-inch touchscreen paired with a 4.2-inch digital dash, while the Jaecoo J7 SHS gets a 13.2-inch display and 10.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Jaecoo J7 SHS counters with wireless charging that the Isuzu MU-X does not offer. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Isuzu MU-X uses a Diesel producing 120kW and 400Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 11 seconds.

The Jaecoo J7 SHS lines up making 145kW and 325Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.5 seconds.

The Jaecoo J7 SHS has the clear power advantage at 145kW vs 120kW. In the real-world sprint, the Jaecoo J7 SHS is 1.5s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Isuzu MU-X measures 4,860mm long on a 2,855mm wheelbase, 360mm longer than the Jaecoo J7 SHS at 4,500mm (2,672mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Isuzu MU-X generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 311L in the Isuzu MU-X and 431L in the Jaecoo J7 SHS, giving the Jaecoo J7 SHS a 120L advantage. The Isuzu MU-X seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Isuzu MU-X leads with a 3,500kg braked capacity vs 2,000kg. That 1,500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,824/year for the Isuzu MU-X and $342/year for the Jaecoo J7 SHS. That is a $1,482 annual difference in favour of the Jaecoo J7 SHS.

Estimated annual total: $1,824 (Isuzu MU-X) vs $342 (Jaecoo J7 SHS). The Jaecoo J7 SHS saves you roughly $1,482 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 6 years / 150,000km (Isuzu MU-X) vs 8 years (Jaecoo J7 SHS). The Jaecoo J7 SHS has longer coverage.