Jaecoo J7 SHS vs Lexus LBX

The Jaecoo J7 SHS starts from $43,990 before on-road costs, while the Lexus LBX opens at $47,550. That makes the Jaecoo J7 SHS the more affordable entry point by $3,560.

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 $48,389 and $52,305 respectively.

The Jaecoo J7 SHS qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Lexus LBX, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Jaecoo J7 SHS by roughly $5,175 in fuel alone.

Both the Jaecoo J7 SHS and Lexus LBX hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 81% for the Jaecoo J7 SHS and 82% for the Lexus LBX.

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 5 in the Lexus LBX.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. The Jaecoo J7 SHS adds a 360-degree camera that the Lexus LBX misses.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Jaecoo J7 SHS features a 13.2-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Lexus LBX gets a 9.8-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Jaecoo J7 SHS stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and wireless charging that you will not find on the Lexus LBX. The Lexus LBX counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Jaecoo J7 SHS uses a Plug-in Hybrid producing 255kW and 525Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 9.5 seconds.

The Lexus LBX responds with a Hybrid making 100kW and 185Nm, paired to a cvt driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.2 seconds.

The Jaecoo J7 SHS has the clear power advantage at 255kW vs 100kW. In the real-world sprint, the Lexus LBX is 0.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Jaecoo J7 SHS measures 4,500mm long on a 2,672mm wheelbase, 310mm longer than the Lexus LBX at 4,190mm (2,580mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Jaecoo J7 SHS generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 340L in the Jaecoo J7 SHS and 332L in the Lexus LBX, giving the Jaecoo J7 SHS a 8L advantage.

For towing, the Lexus LBX leads with a 750kg braked capacity vs 750kg. That 0kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $48/year for the Jaecoo J7 SHS and $1,083/year for the Lexus LBX. That is a $1,035 annual difference in favour of the Jaecoo J7 SHS.

Estimated annual total: $48 (Jaecoo J7 SHS) vs $1,083 (Lexus LBX). The Jaecoo J7 SHS saves you roughly $1,035 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 8 years / 999,999km (Jaecoo J7 SHS) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Lexus LBX). The Jaecoo J7 SHS has longer coverage.