Ford Territory vs Jaecoo J7: Full comparison | Features | Practicality | Pricing

The Ford Territory and Jaecoo J7 are the latest entrants into the family SUV segment. Both cars are built in China (yes, even the American Ford) and feature loads of modern features at a price point that you might call 'decent value for money'. In this comparison, our presenters, Jacob Moshokoa and Francisco Nwamba compare the 2 SUVs in every department and pick a winner.
See how these family cars perform in terms of practicality, performance, rear seat and boot space, what they are like to drive, and what sort of backup each manufacturer offers. At R600 000 where would you spend your money?
0:00 - Intro
1:20 - Jaecoo Price
1:29 - Jaecoo Engine
2:00 - Driving the Jaecoo - Jacob
5:30 - Driving the Territory - Francisco
7:07 - Territory Engine
7:20 - Territory Transmission
8:00 - Territory Fuel Consumption
8:24 - Jaecoo Infotainment System
9:40 - Ford brand
11:57 - Jaecoo Interior
14:19 - Territory Interior
16:42 - Jaecoo Rear Seats
17:31 - Territory Rear Seats
18:41 - Jaecoo Boot/Trunk
20:03 - Territory Boot/Trunk
21:03 - Jaecoo Conclusion - Jacob
22:30 - Territory Conclusion - Francisco
23:33 - Francisco in the Jaecoo
25:47 - Jacob in the Territory
26:56 - Conclusion
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[@Ceepee25619]

These days it’s dangerous to say I don’t drive Chinese cars, BMW or Ford because your Ford might be Chinese, your Toyota might be a bmw and your Amorok is a ranger

[@mayormsuthu1465]

And your Mercedes Benz A,B and C lass are Renault since they source their smaller engines from Renault

[@arminius6506]

Toyota has licenced ev technology so your next gen Toyota electric would definitely be Chinese

[@bradmallett8698]

Go China

[@farainyika2365]

toyota is a Suzuki

[@farainyika2365]

Jacob R600 000 for entry level Chinese is overpriced for this car.

[@Dark_Jedi]

These guys work together well. Small suggestion : use simple tables when doing comparative reviews... Just a quick look at the specs and costs side by side.

[@rendi__rm]

Agreed

[@Complaint.department]

We need this 2 regularly

[@johanneswehrmann]

The Cars channel hits the mark with its presenters all the time. 🎯🙌🏼

[@Libra67jtc]

Finally another car review and not a sales pitch for a vehicle brand 👍

[@kanzenj]

Jacob and Francisco are top notch reviewers. Talking about feel in cabin is a big plus for me when reviewers critique a car. I've owned 15 cars in a 13 year period, FYI french cars have been my most reliable whilst Audi made me broke. Take what I said with a pinch of salt, there's a lot of factors that come into play.

[@ajoeloommen]

Love the new presenter! He is so comfortable behind the camera, has a good understanding of the market and articulates himself really well! Really glad to see him join the team!

[@carlolinks5492]

He is a regular on the Ignition show

[@hydrualxthepudi6637]

He really is a dope presenter.... congratulations to him for making the cut...

[@antonioporra7210]

@@hydrualxthepudi6637 Francisco has been stellar, greetings from Antonio Francisco.

[@lindokuhleshange5163]

Nice to see Francisco on the Channel, would love to see him more

[@leratomotsumi7090]

Same here. Though he used to frequent the channel a long time ago, before Ash.

[@adriaanserrao2016]

I have driven both. And the jaecoo is a much better car for a better price. Gearbox in the jaecoo was also smoother

[@keamogetsweizaac8530]

I saw a blacked-out Jaecoo Holy wow, it looks really good

[@KhanyoMjamba]

I don't know if having to control everything from the screen is a good thing.

[@insanemalik2214]

I really dont like them

[@yissibiiyte]

Immediate deal-breaker. I despise this trend of manufacturers making their interiors as cheaply as possible and pretending it's "minimalist"

[@iMoshele]

Yeah, Some things should just be left to good old buttons, not even capacitive or touch sensitive what-what).

[@felixsebata1820]

Flipping awesome head to head review. Cisco and Joe go together like PB & J. Like brandy and coke. We want more!

[@maxlodewyk_na]

Jacob + Jaecoo J7 = Jaecob J7. 😅 Solid review gents.

[@theBaldChery]

Hi. So just a few pointers, I actually run a channel called "the Bald Chery" and I tested the Jaecoo7. The issue that you say about the steering is a setting, the setting needs to be set "associated driving mode". It makes it feel a little better when you change the driving mode. Secondly for the fuel avg. You need to press the 0 button on the left of the steering. It'll bring up some dots on the screen and give you side arrows. You can scroll through the menus up and down, left and right. Then you can check out the tyres pressure and the fuel gauges such as the long time driving km but also to the fuel gauges for each trip and more settings. The place for the key is not to charge it but to place the key in the case of an emergency if the key fob battery is flat or very low. The problem I had was that I like physical buttons but it doesn't really have any.

[@Marsh_Mel]

Direct link to your Jaecoo review please, I don't see the video on your channel.

[@garysmith1090]

The warranty speaks volume! Who buys a car which does no include a service plan in the base price? Great program!

[@Terrorvilla]

I would like to see both cars against the Mahindra XUV700. Let's talk value for money and all around comparison...

[@cedrickshibe8202]

The volume can be adjusted on the screen swipe down, you can also adjust volume on steering wheel. The average consumption control is on the steering wheel you can press the center of the button on the left hand side and use arrows to see consumption and avg speeds

[@bock689]

13:33 The slot is the centre console of Jaecoo is meant for tissue paper. The icon at the slot show it.

[@Michaelalleman]

Like the new guy Cisco/Francisco! Awesome seeing this side by side comparison. More please!

[@marklawrence7355]

Love the 'side by side' comparison

[@jeffreymatlou9293]

Great review, job well done.

[@user-ji9gw1jh7t]

Another great the review from Francisco and Jacob . I think i speak for everyone when i say we would like to see these two together often, as individuals and as a duo, very informative review as always . It really changed my mind on the jaecoo and ford .

[@sifisomahlaba9438]

Great collab. Please do more.

[@robertcarr4172]

Both these Gents are doing a great job. well done!!

[@scelomasondo1770]

Thanks for bringing back "Dream Search Drive" part, really felt like I was lost😂

[@rizaanjappie]

The territory potentially can look less 'boring' with a sportier package. Upgraded rims and bumpers. Also I see they ditched the 12v charger for the back seat passengers. That comes in handy for charging laptops which exists on other ford models like the kuga etc

[@Marsh_Mel]

I have the Jaecoo AWD and it's quite balanced and no issues with power... did a super long distance (9hrs x2) and off-road drive... super impressed.

[@mrjsam-wp4465]

Excellent honest review from both of u, gents... keep it up🎉

[@alexhadebe4079]

Guys let's go we need this infor so much ❤

[@R1Zig]

Excellent reviews guys! When Francisco started speaking I immediately thought of Cyril Ramaphosa, a certain quality in his voice there. Jaecoo J7 is my choice between the two. Ford styling very confusing, but as always style is subjective. Great work gentlemen! 🙌

[@antonioporra7210]

What a killer review gents.

[@graemecarter1623]

Francisco good job!!! Hope to see more reviews from you.

[@iMoshele]

Thanks for this video. It helped a mate make a decision. He wanted to get the Jaecoo but just wasn’t sure. He opted for the Territory (which wasn’t even in his consideration set) as a comparable alternative. 👌🏾

[@Francis-ot7pm]

Great intro.

[@nhlakaniphomnguni8261]

Great review! Jaecoo anesthetically wins

[@m2ngwa89]

The Jaecoo is very tempting offer but for families, the smaller boot might be a deal breaker. For s young couple, no problem

[@tmatungamire]

This is well presented.

[@Bless_Mabunda]

I checked out the 2024 Beijing motor show and I must say I am really excited about what’s coming

[@borismkhwanazi583]

Thank you guys great presentation salute love the j7 the feel like haval jolion my opinion🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@leoesposito8762]

we don't get ether of these suv's here in Australia but should anyway great review lads very thorough and enjoyable..

[@ktakura]

The Titanium Territory has the panoramic roof, electric seats, bells and whilstles! 😃 Agree on the calibration too. Had a chance to drive not only the Jaecoo but other competitor offerings from China and that's where you see the difference.

[@frankadade9215]

Its disappointing that Jacob did not do all his research on the Jaecoo to find the volume button and fuel consumption before doing the video, I like your other reviews Jacob, but get all your facts about the cars you review before shooting the video for this channel that I love watching for a long time now.

[@sameerdar]

One could argue that the manufacturer failed to make its software intuitive enough for someone that literally reviews cars to figure it out.

[@SDav21]

@@sameerdar It is not difficult to do if you are good with cars or have driven many.

[@tshepoboroko2920]

Somebody forgot his ipad on the dash

[@calebgaffoor554]

I would love to see a comparison, including the new Haval Jolion Pro

[@mandlamncube2234]

nice one guys do it again next time

[@rorisangtsoeu2501]

These guys are so Good💯

[@bradmallett8698]

Great reviews gents. I like Jeacoo but why didn’t they sort volume issue. Black roof liner is a must as well in both vehicles

[@damianpedro2498]

2 great family vehicles but if I was in the market for something along these lines, I'd go with the Tiggo Pro 8

[@LakheKamvalakhe]

Exceptional cars, exceptional vehicles 🔥.

[@sandilemajiya7831]

Mmmmmm I choose Jaecoo

[@djsms4102]

That slot by the Centre console is a facia tissue dispenser

[@MxoMatho-sd9pr]

Swipe the screen down to get VOLUME menu... 👍👍👍👍

[@rizaanjappie]

The fuel consumption on the territory seems a bit high for such a small engine.

[@tshiukoele1243]

The Ford is a Banger

[@dingulwazihadebe5428]

Love the bromance

[@aroux15]

The cabin of the territory sounds more insulated.

[@christophergreen6980]

The slot on the console of the jaecoo is made for tissues. You slide a tissue box in underneath and then pull out the tissues from the top

[@Mogau_Alemiam]

Can we please get Jacob and Francisco in bakkies.

[@AndileMokhathi]

Check Jacob reviewing isuzu rider and at35

[@FirstOfHisNames]

Please do Everest vs Territory

[@LakheKamvalakhe]

SHOTS FIRED 😆, nice one @FransciscoNwamba.

[@rotteneggconcept]

Risdaul Values will be better in a Ford, Long Term buyers, Maintenace and Service more accessible at Ford dealerships what you save in Costs you'll pay later with Selling the Vehicle and servicing the vehicle.

[@SDav21]

The Ford is a Chinese car built in China using a platform developed by a Chinese company. If it is any good, it is because the Chinese built it. Chinese cars are winning these days.

[@robertcarr4172]

back of that headrest on the jaecoo got a bit crusty towards the end

[@jeroenjansen2709]

It is the Territory for me. Better interior, handling and quality

[@SDav21]

The Ford is a Chinese car built in China using a platform developed by a Chinese company. If it is any good, it is because the Chinese built it. Chinese cars are winning these days.

[@GarrickSteyn]

But guys. Please start using a big suitcase, rather than a cooler box. It would help illustrate space better.

[@koketsoramatlho109]

Jaecoo is a good looking car but personally I'm not a fan of the big touch screen.. I guess I'm a buttons guy, old school 😅. Navigating aircon, volumes and all other stuff from the screen is a no no for me

[@thanyaniramarumo8129]

This ipad for the j is just too big.

[@gillianmachidi7769]

Is this the reason we don't see you on Ignition

[@donitobarnett7907]

Comparison is wrong. This should've been a comparison between the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro and the Ford TERRITORY. The Jaecoo should be compared to the Haval H6 Coupe

[@lulamile4382]

Maybe it's just me, but the Ford gives me a 90's design language feel. I actually saw it in Gqeberha during the launch, I think......I wasn't impressed.

[@reatile.mogapi]

My dad got the 1st gen Ford Territory when it came out, it was a 4.0 V6, now we are on 1.8T? Sad.

[@Under_Construction100]

Ford used to go hard. I remember it used to even have an ST version. Back then the Territory was an SUV and not the borderline Crossover/SUV that it is now.

[@SDav21]

The Ford is a Chinese car built in China using a platform developed by a Chinese company. If it is any good, it is because the Chinese built it. Chinese cars are winning these days.

[@000T00b]

Like Francisco said, thank God there wasn’t any mud holes nearby or else Jaecoo would have been trying to retrieve their car. 😂

[@fredlenz4743]

This car should be judged against the Tiggo 7 and not the Tiggo 8.

[@daletowert]

Will never buy a car without a physical rotary dial for aircon and volume, or a "driver attention" feature that can't, permanently, be disabled in the settings. It literally does not matter how good it is in all other aspects, or how well it's priced. Piano black plastic everywhere is also (almost) a dealbreaker. Also not keen on dual clutch transmissions. They are trouble waiting to happen years down the road. CVT would be worse ... a traditional torque-converter box is the way to go.

[@MKL_D]

I want knobs and buttons, not a tablet. Thank you.

[@BjornCoetzee]

This is a major concern! @cars How can steering feel not be important and this from a guy car, let alone a car journalist? Isn't a steering wheel one of our main connection points to the car? So if the car had a Playstation steering from early 2000 with no feedback, no sense of center, it fine? If it wasn't for a comparison test, I don't believe a proper conclusion would have been made.

[@robertcarr4172]

Jaecoo got some scratches on the plastics. As a parent of 2 kids, it wont look good after a few months

[@mars_rsa1161]

no no no no, the 10 year, 1mil km warrantee is only on the engine block... literally the part that doesn't move!

[@antonioporra7210]

Haai Moena leave JHB alone lol ,Au Jacob

[@thabisokevinmbili9158]

Best car couple like Goku and Vegeta!!! 😂😂😂

[@claytonponiappen5848]

Ford Territory looks like Haval H7 and interior is exactly the same as a Cherry including the graphics

[@chubs2312]

The Chinese should put this engine into a small hatchback

[@simelanem]

Doesn’t this Ford look like a Cherry Tiggo 7/8?

[@moremilethabo6436]

very soon will just buy a car body and the dealer will ask wich car brand logo do you want on it.

[@oomstu]

To avoid egg on face it would not surprise me if the Chinese vehicles fuel consumption is well hidden or not available since their vehicles are known to be rather thirsty and never achieve claimed consumption..

[@lesthespotter6736]

Jacob is just a better car present he is authentic, you should gun for that Ignition GT seat you'll kill it, you the knowledge, energy and character. Francisco is stereotyped he only says the same thing on his videos, he always talks about comfort, fuel economy, price he doesn't bring the energy and authenticity

[@Borsitheblade]

Why would he take the downgrade to be on Ignition?

[@francisconwamba]

Thanks for the feedback bro 🙏🏾

[@lesthespotter6736]

@Borsitheblade i wasn't aware its a downgrade but Jacob is GOOD

[@MKL_D]

I have tried but I don't like the look of the jaecoo.

[@lukhanyocaptein5844]

Me too. Saw it for the first time hay I'm not impressed.

[@bradmallett8698]

Piano black gloss in the Ford, get rid of it. Jeacoo nailed the interior cabin

[@mso8190]

Ford Territory makes more sense. Besides being better built and driving better, it's much larger than the Jaecoo. Territory is more car for the money. Resale will also be better because its a Ford.

[@sandisongwenya4667]

Better built? Its not built by Ford. The resale value for this is not going to be what you expect. I also don't know when Fords had good resale values. Id say go and drive the cars yourself. Ive driven both, the Jaecoo was better, gimmics aside it felt better. Even the calibration, I felt it was good, the only thing that I do agree with though is that it could've done with the 2l engine

[@SDav21]

The Ford is a Chinese car built in China using a platform developed by a Chinese company. If it is any good, it is because the Chinese built it. Chinese cars are winning these days.

[@DrickyVisser]

prefer the Ford

[@MarcelViljoen87]

I believe it's rock, paper, scissors.

[@Saida561]

Turbo lag and a transmission that can't decide is terrible. Natural Aspirated Engines and Manual transmissions were the best.

[@labourlawact7826]

They still are the best. Especially if they come from Japan

[@KatlegoMohlala-ll3pq]

Eix mara manual in traffic 😢😢😢 it's a pain.

[@Abraham_doestech]

Compared to the old territory, this version is a disgrace. 4L straight six to whatever this Chinese 1.8L cardboard is. I guess the era of muscle is over *sigh*

[@Ilikepie18855]

When i first saw the ford territory, i thought ford had finally stepped up to fight the chinese with vetter looking interior and exterior.... Guess it takes a chinese to fight another chinese

[@KatlegoMohlala-ll3pq]

Mara 1.6 for jaeco😢😢

[@LetupuOmolemo]

Cirro and Ash should just do all the content atp miss what the channel was 5 years ago.

[@BolamasTheLevite]

Ford Territory looks LIke chery... and suzuki Fronx

[@SonicRS2016]

Jeez guys why do most brand new cars come with small engines 😢 1.8 Territory??? What happened to V6 engines or 2.5 at least?

[@Bless_Mabunda]

emission regulations happened my friend plus fuel Consumption as people prefer fuel economy vehicles

[@Bless_Mabunda]

emission regulations happened my friend plus fuel Consumption as people prefer fuel economy vehicles

[@Bless_Mabunda]

emission regulations happened my friend plus fuel Consumption as people prefer fuel economy vehicles

[@Bless_Mabunda]

emission regulations happened my friend plus fuel Consumption as people prefer fuel economy vehicles

[@Bless_Mabunda]

emission regulations happened my friend plus fuel Consumption as people prefer fuel economy vehicles

[@thecarelse]

They call the J7 an appliance 🤣

[@danielbredenkamp3957]

To me, the Ford just looks better😂

[@riaanklackers6649]

Sneaky Ford. Bring on Chinese Bakkies next but with dealership peace of mind.