EV Select buyer's guide: researched from manufacturer data and independent range tests; not a road test. We haven't driven this car for this guide, and it contains no driving impressions or scores.
Jaecoo drive-away offer (Summit), to 31 Oct 2026.
Why it's on our list
Australia's best-selling EV under $40k so far this year, and Jaecoo's drive-away offer puts it from $36,990.
It sits at number 1 by registrations in our Under $40k bracket, with 10,664 sold in Australia January to September 2026 (VFACTS/EVC).
Price
The Summit is $36,990 (drive-away offer). Prices are in AUD.
Battery and range
Claimed range is 402 km (Unverified as WLTP). The battery is 58.9 kWh (nominal).
Highway range tests
Neither Bjørn Nyland (120 km/h) nor Out of Spec (70 mph) has published a test matched to this variant yet. Expect highway range well below the claimed figure; we'll add a test when one appears.
Charging
The maker hasn't published a DC charging figure we could verify.
Size and performance
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Warranty and safety
Check the current warranty and capped-price servicing terms on Jaecoo Australia's site, and the car's rating on ANCAP before you buy (see sources below). We only state ratings we have checked against ANCAP's own listing.
Rivals in the Under $40k bracket
- BYD Atto 2 Dynamic, $31,990
- BYD Atto 1 Essential, $23,990
- BYD Atto 3 Essential Standard Range, $39,990
- BYD Dolphin Standard Range, $29,990
- All Jaecoo J5 EV variants in our EV database
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FAQ
How much is the Jaecoo J5 EV Summit in Australia?
$36,990 (drive-away offer).
What range does the J5 EV Summit have?
402 km claimed (Unverified as WLTP). No matched independent highway test yet.
How fast does the J5 EV charge?
The maker hasn't published a verified DC figure.