Pricing for the new Jaecoo J5 BEV has been released ahead of this fully electric crossover’s official market launch in SA towards the end of August 2026…
- J5 BEV to launch in SA by end of August 2026
- R70k premium over top-spec J5 1.5T Inferno
- Claimed range of 402 km on the WLTP cycle
The new Jaecoo J5 BEV is scheduled to hit the market in South Africa by the end of August 2026. But Omoda & Jaecoo – the dual-brand division falling under the Chery Group – has already released local pricing for this fully electric crossover.
Set to launch as the Jaecoo marque’s first EV in Mzansi, the J5 BEV will be priced from R549 900 (some R70 000 more than the top-spec J5 1.5T Vortex). As things stand, that will see the newcomer tie with the likewise box-fresh GWM Ora 5 BEV Super Luxury for 6th place on the list of SA’s most affordable EVs.
Slotting in above the turbopetrol derivatives (with the J5 HEV expected soon as well), the new Jaecoo J5 BEV employs a single electric motor delivering 155 kW and 288 Nm to the front axle. A 58.9 kWh (net capacity) lithium iron phosphate battery pack offers a claimed range of 402 km on the WLTP cycle.
The Chinese company says the J5 BEV supports 11 kW AC charging, while DC fast-charging speeds range from 80 kW to 130 kW. In addition, vehicle-to-load capability allows the J5 BEV’s battery to supply power to compatible external appliances.
Featuring a model-specific grille design, the new J5 BEV rides on 18-inch alloy wheels and boasts a panoramic moonroof, automatic LED headlamps, roof rails, a powered tailgate, electrically adjustable (and ventilated) front seats, an 8.0-inch digital instrument cluster, a 13.2-inch touchscreen, a 540-degree panoramic camera, a 50-watt wireless smartphone charger and an 8-speaker audio system.
The interior is available in either black or white. Standard safety features include 6 airbags, ABS (with EBD), brake assist, electronic stability control, traction control, roll stability control, hill-start assist, hill-descent control, ISOfix child-seat anchors and a raft of advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) features.
Omoda & Jaecoo says customers who place a pre-order before the official launch will receive an “incentive package valued at more than R50 000”. According to the company, the package will include a R12 000 reduction on the vehicle’s purchase price, some R5 000 in public charging credit and an “EV Starter Kit” ostensibly valued at R30 000.
The latter includes a 7 kW home wallbox charger, a portable “Type-M” charger and a vehicle-to-load accessory that will “enable the vehicle’s battery to power compatible external devices and appliances”. Qualifying pre-order customers will also gain access to the “Jaecoo Cares” ownership programme.
As a reminder, Omoda & Jaecoo announced in early July 2026 that its Jaecoo J5 would “form part of the core production line-up” at the Chery Group’s newly acquired manufacturing plant in Rosslyn, Gauteng. Interestingly, the sub-brand added that the J5 would be produced locally in both internal combustion engine (ICE) form and new-energy vehicle (NEV) guise.
What does the Jaecoo J5 BEV cost in SA?
| DERIVATIVE | PRICE |
| Jaecoo J5 1.5T Core | R339 900 |
| Jaecoo J5 1.5T Vortex | R379 900 |
| Jaecoo J5 1.5T Glacier | R439 900 |
| Jaecoo J5 1.5T Inferno | R479 900 |
| Jaecoo J5 BEV | R549 900 |
For the ICE derivatives, the prices above include a 5-year/150 000 km vehicle warranty, a 10-year/1-million km engine warranty (for the first owner) and a 5-year/75 000 km service plan. Aftersales details for the new BEV have yet to be confirmed.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: When will the Jaecoo J5 BEV launch in South Africa, and what is its starting price?
A: The fully electric Jaecoo J5 BEV is officially scheduled to launch in South Africa by the end of August 2026. It will be priced from R549 900, which represents a R70 000 premium over the top-tier, petrol-powered J5 1.5T Inferno derivative.
Q: What are the electric motor and battery specifications of the Jaecoo J5 BEV?
A: The crossover is powered by a single, front-mounted electric motor that sends 155 kW and 288 Nm of torque to the front axle. It features a 58.9 kWh (net capacity) lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery pack, which delivers a claimed driving range of up to 402 km on the WLTP cycle.
Q: What charging speeds and power capabilities does the Jaecoo J5 BEV support?
A: The J5 BEV supports 11 kW AC home charging and is compatible with DC fast-charging speeds ranging from 80 kW to 130 kW. Additionally, it features Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability, allowing owners to use the car’s high-voltage traction battery to power external electric appliances.
Q: What is included in the special Jaecoo J5 BEV pre-order incentive package?
A: Customers who pre-order the J5 BEV ahead of its official launch will receive an incentive package valued at over R50 000. This includes a R12 000 discount on the purchase price, R5 000 in public charging credit, access to the Jaecoo Cares programme and an EV Starter Kit (comprising a 7 kW home wallbox charger, a portable Type-M charger and a V2L adapter).
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