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Jaecoo E5 vs Kia e-Niro
Selected trimPureChange trim248 mi · 61 kWh · £27,505
At a glance
The Kia e-Niro was replaced by the Kia Niro EV in 2022. Compare the Jaecoo E5 with the Kia Niro EV
In this comparison, Jaecoo E5 leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed, while the Kia e-Niro leads on city driving.
Which should you choose?
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 fastest charging of these options
Choose the Kia e-Niro if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Jaecoo E5 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueJaecoo
Jaecoo
5.2
Kia
0
Motorway RangeJaecoo
Jaecoo
4.5
Kia
2.5
Family
Jaecoo
3.4
Kia
3.7
Too close to call
ChargingJaecoo
Jaecoo
3.4
Kia
0.3
Cost Per Mile
Jaecoo
5.2
Kia
5.1
Too close to call
City DrivingKia
Jaecoo
6.6
Kia
7.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Jaecoo E5
Pure
- 68 miles more WLTP range
- 30 kW faster rapid charging
- 52 kW more power
- 2.1s quicker 0-62 mph
- 1 more year of battery warranty
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £27,505 | Not available |
| Official range | 248 miles (better) | 180 miles |
| Boot space | 480 L (better) | 451 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 7.7 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
Size Comparison
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Jaecoo E5
Kia e-Niro
Length
Jaecoo E54,380mm
Kia e-Niro4,375mm-5mm
Width
Jaecoo E51,862mm
Kia e-Niro1,805mm-57mm
Height
Jaecoo E51,680mm
Kia e-Niro1,570mm-110mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,375 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,862 mm | 1,805 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,570 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 538 mm spare | 595 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 480 L (better) | 451 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1180 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Jaecoo E5
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Kia e-Niro
- Uses 153 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 80% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,375 mm, shorter than 80% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Jaecoo E5 Pure |  Kia e-Niro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.38m | 4.38m-5mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.80m-57mm |
| Height | 1.68m | 1.57m-110mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.63m | 2.70m+70mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 155mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 480L (better) | 451L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1180L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,840kg | 1,667kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh (better) | 39.2kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 248 mi (better) | 180 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 80kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,505 | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2019–2022 |
* 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 | Jaecoo E5Pure | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 248 miles (better) | 180 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 207 miles (better) | 126 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 80 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.2 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 153 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 58.9 kWh (better) | 39.2 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.7 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
| Power | 152 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 395 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | fwd |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Jaecoo E5
Pure
Kia e-Niro
2
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £22,849 | £14,495 |
| Average used price | £23,304 | £15,045 |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 18% over ~6 months | Broadly flat |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
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 | Jaecoo E5Pure | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years (better) | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
Get a quote
Jaecoo E5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Kia e-Niro
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Jaecoo E5
- £26,9492026Car360View
- £26,2992026Car360View
- £21,3992026Car360View
Kia e-Niro
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Jaecoo E5 and Kia e-Niro like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 207 miles for the Jaecoo E5 and 126 miles for the Kia e-Niro - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Jaecoo E5 goes roughly 81 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Jaecoo E5 or the Kia e-Niro?
The Kia e-Niro is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 57 mm narrower than the Jaecoo E5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 595 mm of total clearance for the Kia e-Niro and about 538 mm of total clearance for the Jaecoo E5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Jaecoo E5 or the Kia e-Niro?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Jaecoo E5 and 86% for the Kia e-Niro. 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 Kia e-Niro's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. The Jaecoo E5 has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia e-Niro.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .