Test drive

Jaecoo 5, the road test of the petrol compact SUV

The engine range currently includes a 100% thermal version and a Bev. A variant with Super Hybrid technology is also on the way

by Giulia Paganoni

13 November 2025

3' min read

Translated by AI

Versione italiana

Key points

Board size and comfort
Engine range
Road test
Consumption

3' min read

Translated by AI

Versione italiana

The Chinese brand Omoda & Jaecoo continues its cavalcade to conquer the European market and, in particular, the Italian one, where the Jaecoo 5 was presented, the compact SUV available with a list price starting at 27,500 euro and an engine range that includes petrol and electric and, coming in the next few months, with Super Full Hybrid (Shs-h) technology. We went to Carmignano, in the province of Prato, to test it on the road.

Jaecoo 5, tutte le foto del suv compatto cinese
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Inboard dimensions and comfort

Jaecoo 5 is distinguished by its styling characterised by strong lines, with a vertical 'waterfall' effect front grille, reduced overhangs, sculpted flanks and a black gloss roof. Full LED light clusters complete a modern, essential and open-air-oriented look.

The dimensions are compact, 4,380 mm long, 1,860 mm wide, 1,650 mm high and with a wheelbase of 2,620 mm. Generous, however, is the load capacity of 480 litres (384 litres for the petrol version) which reaches a maximum of 1,180 litres by folding down the rear seats.

Given the out-door vocation, inside the cabin the fibta oelle upholstery (TÜV certified) is non-toxic even for animals and all surfaces are easy to clean and designed to last.

Brightness on board is increased by the 1.45 m² panoramic roof that literally floods the cabin with natural light.

Five colours are available for customisation of the bodywork, while the interior is offered in white or black.

Motor range

The engine range currently includes the version we tested, namely the 1.6-litre Tgdi petrol with 147 hp and 275 Nm of torque mated to a 7DCT automatic gearbox, or the 100% electric variant with 211 hp and 340 Nm of torque powered by a 61 kWh battery that guarantees a combined range of over 400 km (Wltp homologation cycle).

The Shs-h version, the super full hybrid, the same solution that debuted on its cousin Omoda 5, is also expected to arrive in the coming months;

Road test

On board the non-electrified petrol-powered Jaecoo 5 displays good ergonomics and is cosy. In front of the driver is an 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster while in the centre of the dashboard is a 13.2-inch display that provides access to numerous on-board management systems.

The elevated seat allows a good view as well as the small dimensions allow you to manoeuvre well in the city as well as on mountain roads. The passenger compartment is not particularly soundproof, but this does not affect on-board comfort too much.

Moreover, thanks to the independent suspension on all four wheels and the highly rigid chassis, the Jaecoo 5 does not suffer particularly from roll and pitching, making life on board more pleasant.

The design of the two-spoke steering wheel did not particularly excite us due to the presence of a plastic appendage underneath.

There are 21 driver assistance systems and three driving modes (Eco Normal and Sport) that slightly change the car's engine and gearbox response, making it a suitable solution for those who want a compact, safe and comfortable SUV.

Consumption

For the petrol version we tested, the fuel consumption declared by the manufacturer is in line with what we found during the test drive, namely 7.0 l/100 km on a combined route. Emissions, on the other hand, are 159 g/km, measured according to the Wltp homologation cycle.