

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
12 Days Ago
The Jaecoo J5 is a small SUV aimed at Australian buyers wanting a sharp-looking, well-equipped alternative to familiar compact crossovers. It sits below the J7, giving the Omoda Jaecoo range a more accessible entry point with city-friendly sizing and a technology-led cabin. The J5 is likely to appeal to singles, couples and small families comparing value-focused SUVs from MG, GWM, Chery, Hyundai and Kia. Its pitch centres on modern styling, strong standard equipment and the reassurance of a newer brand building momentum locally. For buyers seeking a compact SUV with plenty of features for the money, the J5 brings a fresh option.
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The Omoda Jaecoo J5 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Summit and the most expensive being Summit.


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2026
$36,990
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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 |
| Load Capacity | 475 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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The cheapest Omoda Jaecoo J5 is the Summit variant that starts from $36,990.
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 largest Omoda Jaecoo J5 is the Summit 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 is an electric vehicle and does not use any fuel.
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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.