Head-to-head
Chery E5 vs Jaecoo J5
The Jaecoo J5 starts $2,000 (5%) below the Chery E5. Here's how that price gap plays out across range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
Chery E5
Chery's electric small SUV — a 58.9 kWh LFP-battery crossover priced under $40,000. The 130 kW DC charging peak is competitive for the segment.
- From
- $37,990
- Range
- 430 km
- Battery
- 58.9 kWh
Option B · SUV
Jaecoo J5
Chery's premium-positioned Jaecoo brand launched the J5 BEV in Australia — a small electric SUV at sub-$36k that pitches against the Chery E5 with sharper styling.
- From
- $35,990
- Range
- 402 km
- Battery
- 60.9 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Chery E5 and Jaecoo J5, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Chery E5
The Chery E5 goes 28 km further on a charge (430 vs 402 km WLTP).
- 2
Boot · advantage Jaecoo J5
The Jaecoo J5 swallows 180 L more cargo with the rear seats up (480 vs 300 L).
- 3
DC charging · advantage Chery E5
The Chery E5 accepts 30 kW more DC peak charging (130 vs 100 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 4
Warranty · advantage Jaecoo J5
The Jaecoo J5 covers the vehicle for 1 more year (8 vs 7 yrs).
- 5
Price · advantage Jaecoo J5
The Jaecoo J5 undercuts the Chery E5 by $2,000 (5%) on starting price.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Chery E5 wins
- ▸ 28 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.6s vs 7.7s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (130 kW vs 100 kW)
Where the Jaecoo J5 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $2,000
- ▸ Longer warranty (8 years)
Chery E5
What we like
- ✓ Sub-$40k pricing with 430 km WLTP range
- ✓ 7-year unlimited-km warranty
- ✓ Strong 130 kW DC fast charging
What we don't
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ Chery dealer network limited regionally
- ✕ Cabin materials clearly cost-engineered
Jaecoo J5
What we like
- ✓ Distinctive premium-leaning styling for the price
- ✓ 8-year vehicle warranty
- ✓ Roomy 480 L boot
What we don't
- ✕ Jaecoo service network depends on Chery dealers
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ Modest 402 km WLTP range
Frequently asked: Chery E5 vs Jaecoo J5
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Chery E5 or the Jaecoo J5?
- The Jaecoo J5 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $35,990 versus $37,990 for the Chery E5, a $2,000 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Chery E5 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 430 km, 28 km further than the Jaecoo J5's 402 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Chery E5 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 130 kW versus 100 kW for the Jaecoo J5. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which has the longer warranty?
- The Jaecoo J5 is covered by a 8-year vehicle warranty, versus 7 years for the Chery E5. Both also carry separate high-voltage battery warranties — check the manufacturer's site for the latest kilometre and condition limits.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Jaecoo J5
if…
- ✓ you want to save $2,000 on the sticker
- ✓ you regularly load it up (180 L more boot)
- ✓ you match the profile: style-led small suv buyers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.