Kaiyi X7 in the UAE: Bold Looks, a Comfortable Cabin and Tech That Keeps Up

Abu Dhabi: Kaiyi has been busy expanding its UAE lineup lately. After the brand's official Dubai launch alongside the X3 Pro and a detailed X7 space and tech overview, the range recently grew further with new AWD petrol and PHEV variants. With all that momentum, it is worth stepping back and looking at what actually makes the X7 tick. 

Built on Chery Group's decades of R&D experience, this SUV pairs a sharp, sporty exterior with a genuinely spacious cabin, a large touchscreen setup and a long features list, all priced between roughly AED 78,000 and AED 97,000. 

Here is a closer look at its style, comfort and tech.

A Road Presence That Does Not Blend In

The X7 measures 4,710 mm long, 1,955 mm wide and rides on a generous 2,800 mm wheelbase, numbers that put it firmly in the midsize family SUV bracket. Hyundai and Toyota buyers cross-shopping in this segment will notice the flowing front-end design and interlocking LED headlamps immediately.

• All-new sporty flowing front design with interlocking LED headlights and daytime running lights
• Panoramic sunroof and roof rails as standard across both trims
• Sporty tail spoiler and dual-sided quad exhaust pipes for a purposeful rear stance
• 20-inch alloy wheels wrapped in 255 mm wide Nexen tyres
• Six exterior shades, from Crystal White and Midnight Black to Sapphire Blue and Iris Purple

A Cabin Built Around Family Comfort

Step inside and the X7 offers a 5- or 7-seat layout, a genuinely useful option for larger UAE families juggling school runs and weekend trips. The Flagship 2.0T Ultimate trim goes further with ventilated front and rear power seats.

• Microfiber leather-wrapped steering wheel with tilt adjustment
• 6-way power driver seat and 4-way power passenger seat on the Ultimate trim
• Ventilated front seats and flat-folding second row for extra cargo room
• Front and second-row air conditioning vents plus an armrest air duct
• Four interior colour options, including Carbon Black and Camel Tan

Infotainment That Keeps Everyone Connected

This is where the X7 punches above its price point. The Flagship gets a 12.8-inch touchscreen, while the range-topping Ultimate steps up to a 14.6-inch display paired with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.

• Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and offline voice control (Ultimate trim)
• GPS satellite navigation and Bluetooth on both trims
• Up to 10 speakers on the Ultimate, versus 6 on the Flagship
• Wireless phone charging and dual USB Type-A/Type-C ports
• 540-degree panoramic camera system for tight Dubai parking

Power and Pricing

Buyers choose between a 1.6T Flagship (145 kW, 290 Nm) and a 2.0T Ultimate (187 kW, 390 Nm), both paired with a 7-speed wet-type DCT gearbox under the "Kunpeng Power" badge. 

Pricing runs from about AED 78,000 for the entry Ultimate trim to AED 97,000 for the flagship 7-seater, comfortably undercutting rivals like the Hyundai Creta and Nissan Kicks on features per dirham.

Why UAE Buyers Should Take Notice

For families shopping under AED 100,000, the X7 is hard to ignore. It brings a genuinely upmarket cabin, a large dual-screen tech setup and flexible seating that few rivals match at this price. 

Backed by Legend Motors' local dealer network and Chery Group's manufacturing pedigree, this is a Chinese SUV that looks and feels far pricier than its sticker suggests, making it a smart, low-risk pick for UAE buyers who want space, style and technology without stretching the budget.

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