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Hongqi EHS5 vs Jaecoo E5
Selected trimBasic342 mi · 85 kWh · Not available
Selected trimPureChange trim248 mi · 61 kWh · £27,505
At a glance
In this comparison, Hongqi EHS5 leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Jaecoo E5 leads on value for money and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hongqi EHS5 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
Choose the Jaecoo E5 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hongqi EHS5 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueJaecoo
Hongqi
0
Jaecoo
5.2
Motorway RangeHongqi
Hongqi
7.7
Jaecoo
4.5
FamilyHongqi
Hongqi
6.1
Jaecoo
3.4
ChargingHongqi
Hongqi
6.7
Jaecoo
3.4
Cost Per Mile
Hongqi
4.9
Jaecoo
5.2
Too close to call
City DrivingJaecoo
Hongqi
2.7
Jaecoo
6.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Hongqi EHS5
Basic
- 94 miles more WLTP range
- 70 kW faster rapid charging
- 101 kW more power
- 1.2s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hongqi EHS5Basic | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £27,505 |
| Official range | 342 miles (better) | 248 miles |
| Boot space | 450 L | 480 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 20 min (better) | 27 min |
| 0-62 mph | 6.5 sec (better) | 7.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Hongqi EHS5
Jaecoo E5
Length
Hongqi EHS54,760mm
Jaecoo E54,380mm-380mm
Width
Hongqi EHS51,920mm
Jaecoo E51,862mm-58mm
Height
Hongqi EHS51,660mm-20mm
Jaecoo E51,680mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hongqi EHS5Basic | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,760 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,920 mm | 1,862 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 480 mm spare | 538 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hongqi EHS5Basic | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 450 L | 480 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1180 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 750 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hongqi EHS5 Basic |  Jaecoo E5 Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.76m | 4.38m-380mm |
| Width | 1.92m | 1.86m-58mm |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.68m+20mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 2.63m-270mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 450L | 480L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1180L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Kerb Weight | 2,015kg | 1,840kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 85kWh (better) | 61kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 342 mi (better) | 248 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW (better) | 80kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £27,505 |
| 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 | Hongqi EHS5Basic | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 342 miles (better) | 248 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 285 miles (better) | 207 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 20 min (better) | 27 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW (better) | 80 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 85 kWh (better) | 58.9 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hongqi EHS5Basic | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.5 sec (better) | 7.7 sec |
| Power | 253 kW (better) | 152 kW |
| Torque | 400 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.
Hongqi EHS5
Basic
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Jaecoo E5
Pure
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Hongqi EHS5
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hongqi EHS5 Basic
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant81%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist82%
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 | Hongqi EHS5Basic | Jaecoo E5Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Hongqi EHS5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Jaecoo E5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
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Hongqi EHS5
No active listings.
Jaecoo E5
- £26,9492026Car360View
- £26,2992026Car360View
- £21,3992026Car360View
Frequently asked questions
What are the Hongqi EHS5 and Jaecoo E5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 285 miles for the Hongqi EHS5 and 207 miles for the Jaecoo E5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hongqi EHS5 goes roughly 78 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 20-27 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hongqi EHS5 or the Jaecoo E5?
The Jaecoo E5 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 58 mm narrower than the Hongqi EHS5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 538 mm of total clearance for the Jaecoo E5 and about 480 mm of total clearance for the Hongqi EHS5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hongqi EHS5 or the Jaecoo E5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Hongqi EHS5 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 Hongqi EHS5's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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