Jaecoo J5

The Jaecoo J5 (also known as Jaecoo 5) is a subcompact crossover SUV (C-segment) produced by Chery under the Jaecoo brand since 2025.

Jaecoo J5
2025 Jaecoo 5 EV
Overview
Manufacturer	Chery
Also called	Jaecoo 5 Jaecoo J5/5 EV (electric) Jaecoo E5 (electric, Europe)[1]
Production	2025–present
Assembly	China: Wuhu, Anhui Indonesia: Bekasi, West Java (HIM, EV)
Body and chassis
Class	Subcompact crossover SUV (C)
Body style	5-door SUV
Layout	Front-motor, front-wheel-drive Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Platform	T1X platform[2]
Related	Chery Omoda 5 Chery Tiggo 5x
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 1.6 L SQRF4J16 turbo I4
Electric motor	Permanent magnet synchronous motor
Power output	108 kW (145 hp; 147 PS) 155 kW (208 hp; 211 PS) (EV)
Transmission	7-speed dual-clutch CVT
Battery	58.9 kWh LFP (EV)
Electric range	400 km (249 mi) (WLTC)
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,620 mm (103.1 in)
Length	4,380 mm (172.4 in)
Width	1,860 mm (73.2 in)
Height	1,650 mm (65.0 in)

History

The J5 was previewed as a prototype model at the 2025 Indonesia International Motor Show,^[3] and as a production model at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show.^[4][5]

Design

The exterior features a simplified front fascia design with the trademark 'waterfall' grille, conventional door handles, a suspended roof design, and a full-width taillight bar joined with a black trim piece with the brand name. Compared to the combustion-engined model, the battery electric model uses a different front fascia design with a transparent trim piece with the brand name and a different bumper design with an air intake.^[6][7]

Inside, the interior has a minimalistic approach with fewer buttons on the dashboard and features a waterfall-style centre console. The dashboard features a 13.2-inch portrait touchscreen infotainment system, a digital instrument panel, the gear lever used for the automatic transmission is mounted on the steering wheel, and a two-spoke design steering wheel derived from the Omoda C9. Other interior features include a 1.45m² panoramic glass roof, customisable ambient lighting, dual smartphone holders includes a Qi wireless charger, and a storage area under the centre console.^[6][7][8] Jaecoo claims the J5 is a "pet-friendly" SUV with features such as an antibacterial "health device" prevents any bacterial growth inside the car, a cabin air filter that sucks out pet hair from the air, extended seats, and an "intelligent" temperate control system.^[8]

The J5 has a boot space of 480 L (17 cu ft) and expands to 1,180 L (42 cu ft) when the rear seats are folded.^[6]

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  Rear view (EV)
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  Interior (EV)

Markets

Asia

Indonesia

The J5 was launched in Indonesia on 25 July 2025 at the 32nd Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show, with two variants: Standard and Premium.^[9][10]

Thailand

The J5 was launched in Thailand on 19 August 2025, with two variants: Long Range Dynamic and Long Range Max, both variants use the 58.9 kWh battery pack.^[11]

Europe

The Jaecoo 5 made its European debut in July 2025 at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed, with deliveries commenced in October 2025.^[12] In the UK, it is available with two trim levels: Pure and Luxury. At launch, the Jaecoo 5 was available with the 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol paired with a 7-speed DCT and a battery electric version marketed in Europe as the Jaecoo E5.^[1][13]

Mexico

The Jaecoo 5 was launched in Mexico on 15 October 2025, with two trim levels: Elemental and Inspire, powered by the 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol paired with a CVT.^[14]

South Africa

The J5 was launched in South Africa on 12 September 2025, with three trim levels: Vortex, Glacier and Inferno, powered by the 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol paired with a CVT.^[15]