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Audi A2 e-tron vs Jaecoo E5
Selected trim52kWh 170PSChange trim262 mi · 52 kWh · £32,200
Selected trimPureChange trim248 mi · 61 kWh · £27,505
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi A2 e-tron leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Jaecoo E5 counters with the lowest price.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi A2 e-tron if...
- 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
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Audi A2 e-tron wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
Value
Audi
5.1
Jaecoo
5.2
Too close to call
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
6.3
Jaecoo
4.5
FamilyAudi
Audi
7.7
Jaecoo
3.4
ChargingAudi
Audi
6.9
Jaecoo
3.4
Cost Per MileAudi
Audi
9.5
Jaecoo
5.2
City DrivingAudi
Audi
7.7
Jaecoo
6.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £32,200 | £27,505 (better) |
| Official range | 262 miles (better) | 248 miles |
| Boot space | 396 L | 480 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 24 min (better) | 27 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec | 7.7 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Audi A2 e-tron
Jaecoo E5
Length
Audi A2 e-tron4,324mm-56mm
Jaecoo E54,380mm
Width
Audi A2 e-tron1,789mm-73mm
Jaecoo E51,862mm
Height
Audi A2 e-tron1,583mm-97mm
Jaecoo E51,680mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,324 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,789 mm (better) | 1,862 mm |
| Height | 1,583 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 611 mm spare (better) | 538 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 396 L | 480 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1336 L (better) | 1180 L |
| Frunk | 13 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 750 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi A2 e-tron
- 262 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Boot space of 396 L is bigger than 80% of hatchback EVs we track.
- At 4,324 mm, longer than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
Jaecoo E5
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi A2 e-tron 52kWh 170PS |  Jaecoo E5 Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.32m | 4.38m+56mm |
| Width | 1.79m | 1.86m+73mm |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.68m+97mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.63m-140mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 396L | 480L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1336L (better) | 1180L |
| Frunk | 13L | Not available |
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,840kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 52kWh | 61kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 262 mi (better) | 248 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 80kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £32,200 | £27,505 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £30,700 (-£1,500) | £27,505 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2027+ | 2025+ |
* 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 | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 262 miles (better) | 248 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 219 miles (better) | 207 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 24 min (better) | 27 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 80 kW |
| Home AC charging | Not available | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 52 kWh | 58.9 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec | 7.7 sec (better) |
| Power | 125 kW | 152 kW (better) |
| Torque | 350 Nm (better) | 280 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Audi A2 e-tron
52kWh 170PS
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Jaecoo E5
Pure
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
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 | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Audi A2 e-tron
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Jaecoo E5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Audi A2 e-tron
No active listings.
Jaecoo E5
- £26,9492026Car360View
- £26,2992026Car360View
- £21,3992026Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi A2 e-tron worth the extra £4,695 over the Jaecoo E5?
The Audi A2 e-tron costs £4,695 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 84 litres more boot space and a 1.1s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Audi A2 e-tron comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi A2 e-tron or the Jaecoo E5?
The Jaecoo E5 is £4,695 cheaper to buy. The Audi A2 e-tron is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £168 for the Jaecoo E5, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Jaecoo E5 comes out roughly £4,535 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi A2 e-tron and Jaecoo E5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 219 miles for the Audi A2 e-tron and 207 miles for the Jaecoo E5 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 24-27 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi A2 e-tron or the Jaecoo E5?
The Audi A2 e-tron is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 73 mm narrower than the Jaecoo E5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 611 mm of total clearance for the Audi A2 e-tron and about 538 mm of total clearance for the Jaecoo E5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi A2 e-tron or the Jaecoo E5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Audi A2 e-tron and 90% for the Jaecoo E5. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .