The Jaecoo J5 (also known as Jaecoo 5) is a subcompact crossover SUV (B-segment) produced by Chery under the Jaecoo brand since 2025. It is available with petrol, petrol hybrid (SHS-H), and battery electric (EV) powertrain options.
Design
The exterior of the Jaecoo J5 features a simplified front fascia design that includes the trademark 'waterfall' grille (only for petrol and SHS-H models), conventional door handles, a suspended roof design, and a full-width taillight bar connected by a black trim piece bearing the brand name. In contrast to the combustion-engine model, the battery electric model showcases a distinct front fascia design with a transparent trim piece displaying the brand name, as well as a different bumper design that incorporates an air intake.
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.[3][4][5] 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.[5]
The J5 has a boot space of 480 L and expands to 1180 L when the rear seats are folded.[3]
Markets
The J5 EV was previewed as a prototype model at the 2025 Indonesia International Motor Show,[6] and as a production model at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show.[7][8]
Asia
Indonesia
The J5 EV was launched in Indonesia on 25 July 2025 at the 32nd Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show, with two variants: Standard and Premium, both variants use the 60.9 kWh battery pack.[9][10]
Malaysia
The J5 was launched in Malaysia on 5 March 2026, in the sole 2WD variant powered by the 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol paired with a CVT.[11]
Pakistan
The J5 was launched in Pakistan on 11 January 2026, with two variants: Comfort and Premium, both variants are powered by the 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol hybrid (SHS).[12]
Philippines
The J5 was launched in the Philippines on 8 April 2026, with two variants: Comfort and Luxury, both variants are powered by the 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol hybrid (SHS-H).[13]
Thailand
The J5 EV 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.[14] In March 2026, the J5 became locally assembled for the Thai market and the locally assembled model is available in the sole Max+ variant using the 50.6 kWh battery pack. Compared to the imported model from China, the locally assembled Thai market model features a downgraded battery pack from 58.9 to 50.6 kWh, an electric range of 401 km, the AC charging capacity was decreased to 6.6 kW, an 8-inch digital instrument cluster, and the interior colour option is only black.[15]
Indonesia
The J5 EV was launched in Indonesia on 25 July 2025 at the 32nd Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show, with two variants: Standard and Premium, both variants use the 60.9 kWh battery pack.[9][10]
Malaysia
The J5 was launched in Malaysia on 5 March 2026, in the sole 2WD variant powered by the 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol paired with a CVT.[11]
Pakistan
The J5 was launched in Pakistan on 11 January 2026, with two variants: Comfort and Premium, both variants are powered by the 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol hybrid (SHS).[12]
Philippines
The J5 was launched in the Philippines on 8 April 2026, with two variants: Comfort and Luxury, both variants are powered by the 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol hybrid (SHS-H).[13]
Thailand
The J5 EV 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.[14] In March 2026, the J5 became locally assembled for the Thai market and the locally assembled model is available in the sole Max+ variant using the 50.6 kWh battery pack. Compared to the imported model from China, the locally assembled Thai market model features a downgraded battery pack from 58.9 to 50.6 kWh, an electric range of 401 km, the AC charging capacity was decreased to 6.6 kW, an 8-inch digital instrument cluster, and the interior colour option is only black.[15]
Europe
The Jaecoo 5 made its European debut in July 2025 at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed, with deliveries commenced in October 2025.[16] 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][17]
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.[18]
Oceania
Australia
The J5 EV was launched in Australia on 23 December 2025, in the sole variant uses the 58.9 kWh battery pack.[19]
Australia
The J5 EV was launched in Australia on 23 December 2025, in the sole variant uses the 58.9 kWh battery pack.[19]
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.[20] In December 2025, the entry-level Core trim powered by the same 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol was added to the line-up.[21]
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