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Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica vs Jaecoo E5
Selected trimElettricaChange trim255 mi · 54 kWh · £33,900
Selected trimPureChange trim248 mi · 61 kWh · £27,505
At a glance
In this comparison, Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica leads on charging speed and city driving, while the Jaecoo E5 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Jaecoo E5 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Jaecoo E5 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueJaecoo
Alfa Romeo
4.6
Jaecoo
5.2
Motorway RangeJaecoo
Alfa Romeo
3.8
Jaecoo
4.5
FamilyJaecoo
Alfa Romeo
2.4
Jaecoo
3.4
ChargingAlfa Romeo
Alfa Romeo
3.9
Jaecoo
3.4
Cost Per Mile
Alfa Romeo
5.6
Jaecoo
5.2
Too close to call
City DrivingAlfa Romeo
Alfa Romeo
8
Jaecoo
6.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica
Elettrica
No standout advantages - closely matched on the measurable specs.
Jaecoo E5
Pure
- £6,395 cheaper
- 80 litres more boot space
- 37 kW more power
- 1.3s quicker 0-62 mph
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Alfa Romeo Junior ElettricaElettrica | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,900 | £27,505 (better) |
| Official range | 255 miles (better) | 248 miles |
| Boot space | 400 L | 480 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min | 27 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9 sec | 7.7 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica
Jaecoo E5
Length
Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica4,173mm-207mm
Jaecoo E54,380mm
Width
Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica1,781mm-81mm
Jaecoo E51,862mm
Height
Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica1,532mm-148mm
Jaecoo E51,680mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Alfa Romeo Junior ElettricaElettrica | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,173 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,781 mm (better) | 1,862 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,981 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,532 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 619 mm spare (better) | 538 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Alfa Romeo Junior ElettricaElettrica | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 400 L | 480 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1265 L (better) | 1180 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 750 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica
- At 4,173 mm, shorter than 95% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 151 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 85% of SUVs we track.
- 10.5 m turning circle, tighter than 80% of SUVs in our database.
Jaecoo E5
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Elettrica |  Jaecoo E5 Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.17m | 4.38m+207mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.86m+81mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.98m | Not available |
| Height | 1.53m | 1.68m+148mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.63m+68mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 400L | 480L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1265L (better) | 1180L |
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 1,545kg (better) | 1,840kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 54kWh | 61kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 255 mi (better) | 248 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 80kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,900 | £27,505 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £32,400 (-£1,500) | £27,505 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2025+ |
* Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
* Jaecoo E5: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Alfa Romeo Junior ElettricaElettrica | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 255 miles (better) | 248 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 176 miles | 207 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min | 27 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 80 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 151 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 54 kWh | 58.9 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Alfa Romeo Junior ElettricaElettrica | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9 sec | 7.7 sec (better) |
| Power | 115 kW | 152 kW (better) |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 280 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica
Elettrica
Jaecoo E5
Pure
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Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Alfa Romeo Junior ElettricaElettrica | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £22,899 | £22,849 |
| Average used price | £22,978 | £23,304 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 8 listings | 9 listings (better) |
| Saving vs RRP | £10,922 below new | £4,201 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Broadly flat | Up 18% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Elettrica
Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica Elettrica
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Euro NCAP - Jaecoo E5 Pure
Jaecoo E5 Pure
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Alfa Romeo Junior ElettricaElettrica | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Jaecoo E5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica
- £22,8992025Car360View
- £23,0572026Car360View
Jaecoo E5
- £26,2992026Car360View
- £26,9492026Car360View
- £21,3992026Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica worth the extra £6,395 over the Jaecoo E5?
The Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica costs £6,395 more than the Jaecoo E5. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Jaecoo E5 is not just cheaper - it also offers 80 litres more boot space, 37 kW more power and a 1.3s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Jaecoo E5 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica or the Jaecoo E5?
The Jaecoo E5 is £6,395 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Jaecoo E5 comes out roughly £6,395 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica and Jaecoo E5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 176 miles for the Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica and 207 miles for the Jaecoo E5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Jaecoo E5 goes roughly 31 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 27-27 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica or the Jaecoo E5?
The Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 81 mm narrower than the Jaecoo E5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 619 mm of total clearance for the Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica and about 538 mm of total clearance for the Jaecoo E5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica or the Jaecoo E5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica and 90% for the Jaecoo E5. That gives the Jaecoo E5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Jaecoo E5's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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