Jaecoo J5 EV Launches in Australia With $36,990 Drive-Away Intro Price
The single-variant small SUV targets value-conscious buyers with generous standard kit, practical storage, plus an eight-year unlimited-kilometre warranty.
Overview
- Pricing is $36,990 drive-away for the first 1,000 orders before moving to $35,990 plus on-road costs, undercutting many small EV rivals.
- A 58.9kWh LFP battery feeds a 155kW/288Nm front motor for a claimed 402km WLTP range, with DC fast charging up to 130kW and a 30–80% top-up in a claimed 28 minutes.
- The launch spec includes a glass roof with powered sunshade, heated and ventilated front seats, a 13.2-inch touchscreen, an 8.9-inch digital cluster, V2L, and wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
- Practicality highlights include a 480L cargo area and a 35L frunk, with pet-focused synthetic upholstery and a catalog of optional carriers, mats and travel accessories.
- ANCAP testing is pending, though a full active-safety suite is standard, and ownership is covered by an eight-year unlimited-kilometre warranty with capped-price servicing; petrol and hybrid versions are due in 2026.