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Audi Q4 e-tron vs Jaecoo E5
Selected trimPureChange trim248 mi · 61 kWh · £27,505
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi Q4 e-tron leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Jaecoo E5 leads on city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi Q4 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 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Jaecoo E5 if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Audi Q4 e-tron leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Audi
5.3
Jaecoo
5.2
Too close to call
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
5.4
Jaecoo
4.5
FamilyAudi
Audi
7.7
Jaecoo
3.4
ChargingAudi
Audi
5.5
Jaecoo
3.4
Cost Per MileAudi
Audi
6.9
Jaecoo
5.2
City DrivingJaecoo
Audi
5.9
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 Q4 e-trone-tron 204PS | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £46,260 | £27,505 (better) |
| Official range | 274 miles (better) | 248 miles |
| Boot space | 520 L (better) | 480 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 27 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.1 sec | 7.7 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Audi Q4 e-tron
Jaecoo E5
Length
Audi Q4 e-tron4,588mm
Jaecoo E54,380mm-208mm
Width
Audi Q4 e-tron1,865mm
Jaecoo E51,862mm-3mm
Height
Audi Q4 e-tron1,632mm-48mm
Jaecoo E51,680mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-trone-tron 204PS | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,588 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,865 mm | 1,862 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,108 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,632 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 535 mm spare | 538 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-trone-tron 204PS | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 520 L (better) | 480 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1490 L (better) | 1180 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 750 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi Q4 e-tron e-tron 204PS |  Jaecoo E5 Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.59m | 4.38m-208mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.86m-3mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.11m | Not available |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.68m+48mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.76m | 2.63m-134mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 520L (better) | 480L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1490L (better) | 1180L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.2m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 1,940kg | 1,840kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 63kWh (better) | 61kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 274 mi (better) | 248 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 160kW (better) | 80kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £46,260 | £27,505 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 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 Q4 e-trone-tron 204PS | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 274 miles (better) | 248 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 229 miles (better) | 207 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 27 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 160 kW (better) | 80 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 59 kWh (better) | 58.9 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi Q4 e-trone-tron 204PS | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.1 sec | 7.7 sec (better) |
| Power | 150 kW | 152 kW (better) |
| Torque | 310 Nm (better) | 280 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
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Audi Q4 e-tron
e-tron 204PS
Jaecoo E5
Pure
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Audi Q4 e-tron e-tron 204PS
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist73%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
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 Q4 e-trone-tron 204PS | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Audi Q4 e-tron
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Jaecoo E5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
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Audi Q4 e-tron
No active listings.
Jaecoo E5
- £26,9492026Car360View
- £26,2992026Car360View
- £21,3992026Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Audi Q4 e-tron worth the extra £18,755 over the Jaecoo E5?
The Audi Q4 e-tron costs £18,755 more than the Jaecoo E5. For that premium it adds 26 miles more WLTP range and 80 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Audi Q4 e-tron comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the Jaecoo E5?
The Jaecoo E5 is £18,755 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 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 £18,715 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 Q4 e-tron and Jaecoo E5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 229 miles for the Audi Q4 e-tron and 207 miles for the Jaecoo E5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Audi Q4 e-tron goes roughly 22 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the Jaecoo E5?
The two are within 3 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 538 mm of total clearance for the Jaecoo E5 and about 535 mm of total clearance for the Audi Q4 e-tron.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi Q4 e-tron or the Jaecoo E5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Audi Q4 e-tron 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 Audi Q4 e-tron's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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 .