

Matt Campbell
2026 Jaecoo J5 review
Pros
- Price is exceptional
- Eight-year ownership promise
- Great packaging and styling
Cons
- Underwhelming powertrain
- Some finicky touchscreen controls
- Sheetmetal feels very thin
2 Months Ago
The Jaecoo J5 is a small SUV that gives Omoda Jaecoo a more affordable foothold in Australia’s busy compact crossover market. Offered in electric form first and now joined by petrol-powered variants, it is pitched at buyers wanting modern SUV styling and a value-focused ownership proposition without stepping up to a larger model. Its city-friendly size suits singles, couples and small families, while the choice of petrol or electric power broadens its appeal for both suburban commuting and lower-emissions driving. With the petrol J5 positioned among Australia’s most affordable SUVs, it is likely to be cross-shopped against budget-conscious small SUVs from established and newer brands alike. The J5 fits buyers prioritising price, practicality and contemporary presentation in a new small SUV.
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The Omoda Jaecoo J5 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Track and the most expensive being Summit.


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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,380 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,860 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm |
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Jaecoo J5
The cheapest Omoda Jaecoo J5 is the Track variant that starts from $27,531.
See all Omoda Jaecoo J5 PricingThe most expensive Omoda Jaecoo J5 is the Summit variant that starts from $36,990.
See all Omoda Jaecoo J5 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Omoda Jaecoo J5 is 1250 kg shared by all variants.
See all Omoda Jaecoo J5 towing capacityThe largest Omoda Jaecoo J5 is the Track variant which measures 1860mm wide, 4380mm in length and sits 1650mm tall.
The most powerful Omoda Jaecoo J5 is the Summit variant which has 155kW of power and 288nm of torque.
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 is built in China and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Omoda Jaecoo J5 is the Summit variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2185 kg.
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Electric.
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† Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.