After a successful debut in Hungary, Chinese auto giant Genius Automotive Europe is expanding its presence in Eastern Europe with the launch of the OMODA and JAECOO brands in Romania.
Both OMODA and JAECOO vehicles will come with a 7-year or 150,000 km warranty, while their high-voltage batteries and electric motors are covered for 8 years or 160,000 km.
In August 2025, OMODA and JAECOO reached a 2.2% market share in Hungary, with the OMODA 5 and JAECOO 7 models breaking into the Top 10 C-segment SUVs and ranking among the Top 3 most popular Chinese car models in the country.
Since their launch just 28 months ago, the two brands have sold over 630,000 vehicles globally, established a production facility in Spain, and opened an R&D center in Germany.
Romanian lineup and pricing
OMODA 5 – A compact crossover with front-wheel drive, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating, and a 1.6 TGDI engine paired with a 7-speed DCT gearbox, delivering a combined fuel consumption of 7L/100 km.
- OMODA 5 Comfort: €27,990 (launch price €25,990)
- OMODA 5 Premium: €30,990 (launch price €28,990)
OMODA 5 EV – A fully electric version offering up to 450 km WLTP range and fast charging from 30% to 80% in just 28 minutes, priced at €39,590 (launch offer €36,590).
OMODA 7 SHS and OMODA 9 SHS – Coming soon to Romania, these next-generation hybrid SUVs will offer enhanced semi-autonomous driving features and panoramic multimedia systems. The flagship OMODA 9 delivers a combined 455 hp and all-wheel drive, priced at €52,990 (launch price €49,990).
JAECOO 7 (Petrol) – Equipped with a 1.6 TGDI engine, 7DCT automatic transmission, and BorgWarner intelligent all-wheel-drive, designed for varied terrain.
- Premium: €32,990 (launch price €30,990)
- Exclusive: €35,990 (launch price €33,990)
JAECOO 7 SHS (Hybrid) – A plug-in hybrid SUV with Super Hybrid System technology, delivering up to 120 km of electric range and optimized fuel efficiency.
- Premium: €39,990 (launch price €36,990)
- Exclusive: €41,990 (launch price €38,990)
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