Jaecoo · SUV · Small
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.
- Price from
- $35,990
- Range
- 402 km
- Battery
- 60.9 kWh
- 0–100
- 7.7 s
- Power
- 155 kW
- DC charge
- 100 kW
- ANCAP
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Verdict
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.
Pros and cons
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
Best for
- Style-led small SUV buyers
- City families
- Cross-shopping Chery E5 buyers
Compare the Jaecoo J5
Side-by-side spec comparisons against the rivals Australian buyers cross-shop most often.
Specifications
Manufacturer-quoted figures. Real-world range and DC fast-charging speeds vary with temperature, terrain and driving style.
Performance
- Drive layout
- FWD
- Motor power
- 155 kW
- Motor torque
- 288 Nm
- 0–100 km/h
- 7.7 s
Battery & range
- Battery capacity
- 60.9 kWh
- Range (WLTP)
- 402 km
Charging
- AC charging
- 11 kW
- DC fast charging (peak)
- 100 kW
- 10–80% DC charge time
- 28 min
Dimensions
- Boot (seats up)
- 480 L
Safety & warranty
- Vehicle warranty
- 8 years
- Battery warranty
- 8 years
Pricing & origin
- Price from
- $35,990
- Built in
- China
- Sale status
- on sale
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