SUBANG JAYA: Jaecoo Malaysia has launched the J5 EV in Malaysia, its first fully electric model here, priced at RM118,800.
Locally assembled (CKD), the J5 EV is powered by a front-mounted electric motor producing 155kW (211PS) and 288Nm, driving the front wheels and has a claimed 90% electric drive efficiency. It gets a 58.9kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery supplied by CATL, with a claimed range of up to 461km under the NEDC test cycle.
The electric SUV measures 4,380mm long, 1,860mm wide and 1,650mm tall, with a 2,620mm wheelbase and 174mm ground clearance. It has a maximum water wading depth of 450mm and also offers a 35-litre front trunk and 480-litre boot.
Charging is supported at up to 11kW on AC, taking around seven hours for a full charge, while DC fast charging is rated at up to 130kW. A 30-80% charge takes around 28 minutes, allowing you to top up quickly when on the road.
The J5 EV rides on 18-inch alloy wheels with 235/55 R18 tyres, while suspension comprises MacPherson struts at the front and independent rear suspension. There are three adjustable regenerative braking levels.
Standard equipment includes an 8-inch digital instrument cluster, 13.2-inch central touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, an eight-speaker sound system, offline intelligent voice command and dual-zone automatic climate control.
Other features include a panoramic glass roof with power sunshade, double glazed front windows, powered tailgate, 50W ventilated wireless charging pad, ventilated front seats, multi-colour ambient lighting, T-Box connectivity and remote vehicle functions through the accompanying app.
The J5 EV also brings lifestyle-focused functions including Camping Mode, Pet Mode and an in-car karaoke function. Camping Mode provides up to 3.3kW of power for external electrical equipment.
Safety equipment includes a high torsional-rigidity body structure, six airbags, a 540-degree HD panoramic camera, front and rear parking sensors and 19 advanced driver assistance systems, including Rear Cross Traffic Braking, Evasive Steering Assist and Multi-Collision Braking. These are supported by hill-start assist, hill-descent control, ISOFIX child-seat mounting points and a tyre pressure monitoring system.
At RM118,800, the J5 EV becomes one of the more competitively priced locally assembled electric SUVs in Malaysia, while its standard equipment list goes beyond the basic requirements of an entry-level EV.
The first 1,000 buyers will enjoy unlimited charging for one year with the JomCharge network, as well as a launch package worth RM10,000. The package includes insurance (one year; RM3,000), data connectivity (three years; RM1,000), 7kW home charger (RM3,300), V2L cable (RM700), lifestyle accessories (RM2,000).
