JAECOO · Compact crossover SUV

Jaecoo J5

✓ Verified · checked 15 Oct 2026
Starting price
AED 64,900
UAE retail, base Urban trim, 1.5T CVT FWD (aggregator listing; Elite AED 79,900)
  • Max power156 hp
  • Seats5
  • Powertrain1.5L turbo petrol, CVT
  • DrivetrainFWD
Compare with its rivals Get the best price

Where to buy in 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

No showrooms listed in United Arab Emirates yet.

Overview

Compact, outdoor-styled crossover with a 1.5T petrol engine (156 hp), CVT and independent rear suspension, sold in the UAE through Galadari in Urban, LUX and Elite trims. It is aimed at light off-road and family use, with a large panoramic canopy, pet-friendly cabin features and over 35 storage spaces.

Pros

  • Independent rear suspension on all trims
  • Wide ADAS suite on the Elite trim
  • Practical outdoor features: 750 kg towing, 75 kg roof rack, 450 mm wading depth
  • Over 35 storage spaces and a pet-friendly cabin
  • Large screens and Sony 8-speaker audio on higher trims

Cons

  • Only 4 airbags on the base Urban trim
  • Front-wheel drive only in the UAE trim table
  • Base trim has no blind-spot, adaptive cruise or lane-keep assistance
  • 156 hp CVT setup is modest for the size
  • Price, fuel economy and warranty are not published on the page

SWOT

Strengths

  • Rugged outdoor design with practical features (roof rack, towing, wading depth)
  • Independent rear suspension from entry level
  • Rich equipment and ADAS on Elite

Weaknesses

  • Base trim is light on safety equipment (4 airbags, rear radar only)
  • No official fuel economy, acceleration or warranty figures on the page
  • No hybrid or electric option on the page's UAE trim table

Opportunities

  • Check the dealer's special offers and leasing pages for current deals
  • Three trims let buyers step up to 6 airbags and full ADAS

Threats

  • Competitive compact SUV segment in the Gulf
  • Resale value of a newer Chinese brand is uncertain

Key specs

Price & basics6
Body type
SUV · Compact crossover SUV
Dimensions
4380 × 1860 × 1650 mm · 2620 mm wheelbase
Seats
5
Powertrain
1.5L turbo petrol, CVT
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo space
Not disclosed
Performance & range8
Max power
156 hp
Torque
230 Nm
0–100 km/h
Not disclosed
Top speed
Not disclosed
Combined range
Not disclosed
EV-only range
n/a
Consumption
Not disclosed
Charging
n/a
Safety3
Airbags
4
Driver assistance
Automatic collision-avoidance braking (MCB) and rear camera on all trims. The Elite trim adds adaptive cruise control, AEB, forward collision warning, lane departure warning/prevention, lane keep assist, emergency lane keeping, traffic jam assist, integrated cruise assist, blind-spot detection, rear cross-traffic alert/brake, door opening warning, intelligent high-beam control and a 540° camera.
Safety index
7/10
Ownership1
Warranty
Warranty terms are not published on the reviewed page.
Tech & comfort3
Screens
Urban: 8-inch cluster plus 9-inch central display. LUX and Elite: 8.8-inch cluster plus 13.2-inch display. Menus in English, Arabic and Russian.
Speakers
4
Comfort highlights
Independent rear suspension on every trim, soft PU-fabric seats with high-rebound foam, and a 1.45 m² panoramic canopy (the roof is listed on one trim only). Higher trims add leather, ventilated front seats, dual-zone AC, 50W wireless phone charging and 6 or 8 (Sony) speakers. Also has a pet mode and a karaoke function.
User reviews2
Sentiment score
Not disclosed
Summary
Not disclosed

Price by market

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates AED 64,900
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia SAR 61,525
🇶🇦 Qatar ≈ QAR 64,300≈ converted
🇰🇼 Kuwait ≈ KWD 5,400≈ converted
🇴🇲 Oman ≈ OMR 6,800≈ converted
🇧🇭 Bahrain ≈ BHD 6,600≈ converted
🇨🇳 China ≈ CNY 125,500≈ converted

Similar cars

AED 69,900

OMODA C5

5 seats · 156 hp · Petrol / diesel
AED 77,900

Lynk & Co 06

5 seats · 181 hp · Petrol / diesel
AED 79,000

Mazda CX-3

5 seats · 148 hp · Petrol / diesel

Get the best price

Tell us where you are and we'll ask dealers for their best offer on the Jaecoo J5.

⇄ Compare Get the best price