- Best Chinese 7-Seat SUVs in Middle East 2026: Top 5 Family Picks
- Jetour X70 Plus
- GAC GS8
- BYD Tang
- Haval H9
- Changan CS95
Best Chinese 7-Seat SUVs in Middle East 2026: Top 5 Family Picks
Large families across the Middle East are turning to Chinese 7-seat SUVs for their spacious interiors, advanced safety features, and competitive pricing. Based on verified pricing from official distributors across the GCC and Cartea's April 2026 regional sales data, these five Chinese 7-seat SUVs offer the best value for families.
Updated July 2026. Data verified against manufacturer specifications and Cartea sales data for MIDDLE-EAST.
| Model | Body Style | Starting Price (SAR) | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jetour X70 Plus | SUV | SAR 89,000 | Best value 7-seat SUV |
| GAC GS8 | SUV | SAR 135,000 | Best premium 7-seat SUV |
| BYD Tang | SUV | SAR 189,900 | Best hybrid 7-seat SUV |
| Haval H9 | SUV | SAR 145,000 | Best off-road 7-seat SUV |
| Changan CS95 | SUV | SAR 115,000 | Best 7-seat SUV value |
Jetour X70 Plus
Starting Price: SAR 89,000
Key Advantages
- 7-seat configuration with flexible folding
- 2,745 mm wheelbase for generous interior space
- 1.6L turbo with 197 hp and 290 Nm
- Dual 12.3-inch screens with intelligent cockpit
- 5-year/150,000 km warranty
Best For: Large families across the GCC wanting maximum seating capacity at the most affordable price.
GAC GS8
Starting Price: SAR 135,000
Key Advantages
- 2.0L turbo with 252 hp and 400 Nm
- 7-seat with premium Nappa leather interior
- ADiGO intelligent driving system
- 14.6-inch center touchscreen
- 5-year/150,000 km warranty
Best For: Premium buyers wanting luxury 7-seat features at a mid-range price.
BYD Tang
Starting Price: SAR 189,900
Key Advantages
- DM-p AWD hybrid with 615 hp
- 0-100 in 4.3 seconds — fastest 7-seat SUV
- 7-seat with 3rd row AC vents
- 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen
- 5-year/150,000 km warranty
Best For: Performance-oriented families wanting a powerful hybrid 7-seat SUV.
Haval H9
Starting Price: SAR 145,000
Key Advantages
- 2.0L turbo with 224 hp with 4WD
- Body-on-frame construction for off-road durability
- 7-seat with rear locking differential
- 5-star CNCAP safety rating
- 5-year/150,000 km warranty
Best For: Adventure families wanting a genuine off-road 7-seat SUV for desert driving.
Changan CS95
Starting Price: SAR 115,000
Key Advantages
- 2.0L turbo with 233 hp and 360 Nm
- 7-seat with 3rd row power folding
- 10.25-inch digital cluster + 12.3-inch touchscreen
- Advanced driver assistance with adaptive cruise
- 5-year/150,000 km warranty
Best For: Value-conscious families wanting a spacious 7-seat SUV with advanced features.
