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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross vs Jaecoo E5
Selected trimPureChange trim248 mi · 61 kWh · £27,505
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C3 Aircross leads on running costs, while the Jaecoo E5 leads on motorway range.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Jaecoo E5 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Citroën
5
Jaecoo
5.2
Too close to call
Motorway RangeJaecoo
Citroën
4
Jaecoo
4.5
Family
Citroën
3.5
Jaecoo
3.4
Too close to call
Charging
Citroën
3.5
Jaecoo
3.4
Too close to call
Cost Per MileCitroën
Citroën
6.7
Jaecoo
5.2
City Driving
Citroën
6.4
Jaecoo
6.6
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Jaecoo E5
Pure
- 58 miles more WLTP range
- 69 kW more power
- 5.2s quicker 0-62 mph
- 400 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £25,115 (better) | £27,505 |
| Official range | 190 miles | 248 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 460 L | 480 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 26 min (better) | 27 min |
| 0-62 mph | 12.9 sec | 7.7 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Jaecoo E5
Length
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross4,395mm
Jaecoo E54,380mm-15mm
Width
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross1,850mm-12mm
Jaecoo E51,862mm
Height
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross1,660mm-20mm
Jaecoo E51,680mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,395 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,850 mm (better) | 1,862 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,020 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | Not available |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 550 mm spare (better) | 538 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 460 L | 480 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1600 L (better) | 1180 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 350 kg | 750 kg (better) |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max |  Jaecoo E5 Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.39m | 4.38m-15mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.86m+12mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.02m | Not available |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.68m+20mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.63m-42mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 460L | 480L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1600L (better) | 1180L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | Not available |
| Kerb Weight | 1,504kg (better) | 1,840kg |
| Towing Capacity | 350kg | 750kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 44kWh | 61kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 190 mi | 248 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 80kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £25,115 (better) | £27,505 |
| Price after EV grant | £23,615 (-£1,500) | £27,505 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2025+ |
* Citroën ë-C3 Aircross: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
* 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 | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 190 miles | 248 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 158 miles | 207 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 26 min (better) | 27 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 80 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 44 kWh | 58.9 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12.9 sec | 7.7 sec (better) |
| Power | 83 kW | 152 kW (better) |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 280 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | 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.
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Max
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.
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max
Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
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 | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
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Jaecoo E5
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Live used listings
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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
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Jaecoo E5
- £26,9492026Car360View
- £26,2992026Car360View
- £21,3992026Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Jaecoo E5 worth the extra £2,390 over the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross?
The Jaecoo E5 costs £2,390 more than the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross. For that premium it adds 58 miles more WLTP range, 69 kW more power and a 5.2s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Jaecoo E5?
The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross is £2,390 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 Citroën ë-C3 Aircross comes out roughly £2,430 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and Jaecoo E5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 158 miles for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross 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 48 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 26-27 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Jaecoo E5?
The two are within 12 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 550 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and about 538 mm of total clearance for the Jaecoo E5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Jaecoo E5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross 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. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .