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Jaecoo E5 vs Skoda Epiq
Selected trimPureChange trim248 mi · 61 kWh · £27,505
At a glance
In this comparison, Jaecoo E5 leads on motorway range, while the Skoda Epiq leads on family practicality, running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Jaecoo E5 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
Choose the Skoda Epiq if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- 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 Skoda Epiq leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Jaecoo
5.2
Skoda
5.5
Too close to call
Motorway RangeJaecoo
Jaecoo
4.5
Skoda
4
FamilySkoda
Jaecoo
3.4
Skoda
4.5
Charging
Jaecoo
3.4
Skoda
3.2
Too close to call
Cost Per MileSkoda
Jaecoo
5.2
Skoda
9.2
City DrivingSkoda
Jaecoo
6.6
Skoda
7.8
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 | Jaecoo E5Pure | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £27,505 | £24,950 (better) |
| Official range | 248 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Boot space | 480 L (better) | 475 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min (better) | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.7 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
Size Comparison
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Jaecoo E5
Skoda Epiq
Length
Jaecoo E54,380mm
Skoda Epiq4,200mm-180mm
Width
Jaecoo E51,862mm
Skoda Epiq1,798mm-64mm
Height
Jaecoo E51,680mm
Skoda Epiq1,581mm-99mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,200 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,862 mm | 1,798 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,581 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10.7 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 538 mm spare | 602 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 480 L (better) | 475 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1180 L | 1345 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 25 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 1,200 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Jaecoo E5
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Skoda Epiq
- At 4,200 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Jaecoo E5 Pure |  Skoda Epiq SE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.38m | 4.20m-180mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.80m-64mm |
| Height | 1.68m | 1.58m-99mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.63m | 2.60m-29mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 125mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 480L (better) | 475L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1180L | 1345L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 25L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.68m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,840kg | 1,542kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 1,200kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh (better) | 38.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 248 mi (better) | 190 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 80kW | 90kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,505 | £24,950 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £27,505 (not eligible) | £23,450 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
* 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 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 248 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 207 miles (better) | 158 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min (better) | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 80 kW | 90 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 58.9 kWh (better) | 37 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.7 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
| Power | 152 kW (better) | 99 kW |
| Torque | 280 Nm (better) | 267 Nm |
| 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.
Jaecoo E5
Pure
Skoda Epiq
SE L 40
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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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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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 | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Jaecoo E5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Skoda Epiq
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Jaecoo E5
- £26,9492026Car360View
- £26,2992026Car360View
- £21,3992026Car360View
Skoda Epiq
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Jaecoo E5 worth the extra £2,555 over the Skoda Epiq?
The Jaecoo E5 costs £2,555 more than the Skoda Epiq. For that premium it adds 58 miles more WLTP range, 53 kW more power and a 2.1s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Skoda Epiq comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Jaecoo E5 or the Skoda Epiq?
The Skoda Epiq is £2,555 cheaper to buy. The Skoda Epiq 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 Skoda Epiq comes out roughly £2,715 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Jaecoo E5 and Skoda Epiq like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 207 miles for the Jaecoo E5 and 158 miles for the Skoda Epiq - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Jaecoo E5 goes roughly 49 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 27-28 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Jaecoo E5 or the Skoda Epiq?
The Skoda Epiq is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 64 mm narrower than the Jaecoo E5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 602 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Epiq 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 Skoda Epiq?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Jaecoo E5 and 90% for the Skoda Epiq. 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.
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Data accuracy
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