Overview
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV is a five-seat B-segment electric SUV for buyers seeking a compact front-wheel-drive car with a claimed 402 km WLTP range. A 58.9 kWh battery feeds its 208 hp motor, which drives the front wheels through a single-ratio automatic. Malaysian pricing is TBA.
J5 EV in 2026 — what's new
The Mk1 J5 EV is new for 2026, with its Malaysian launch set for September 2. It arrives as a locally assembled, five-seat B-segment electric SUV in a single EV form. The current specification pairs a 58.9 kWh battery with a 208 hp front-wheel-drive motor and single-ratio automatic transmission. Claimed WLTP driving range is 402 km.
Variant (1)
Key specs
- Motor Horsepower
- 208 hp
- Motor Torque
- 288 Nm
- Battery Capacity
- 58.9 kWh
- EV Range
- 402 km
- 0-100 km/h
- 7.7 seconds
- Transmission
- Single Ratio Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
Verdict
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV arrives with a defined basic package: a 58.9 kWh battery, 208 hp motor, front-wheel drive, five seats and a 402 km WLTP claim. CKD assembly begins with the Malaysian launch. The unanswered parts are its final retail price and detailed equipment, both of which matter before its place among B-segment electric SUVs can be judged.
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Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV FAQ
How much is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV in Malaysia?
The sole J5 EV variant has no announced final Malaysian retail price. Bookings carry an estimated RM125,000 figure.
What do you get in the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV?
It has a 58.9 kWh battery, a 208 hp front-wheel-drive motor, single-ratio automatic transmission and five seats. Claimed WLTP range is 402 km.
What is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV's driving range?
The claimed WLTP driving range is 402 km.
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV locally assembled?
Yes. The J5 EV is CKD from its Malaysian launch.
