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Jaecoo E5 vs Smart #1
Selected trimPureChange trim248 mi · 61 kWh · £27,505
At a glance
In this comparison, Jaecoo E5 leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs, while the Smart #1 leads on value for money and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Jaecoo E5 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Smart #1 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Jaecoo E5 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueSmart
Jaecoo
5.2
Smart
5.9
Motorway RangeJaecoo
Jaecoo
4.5
Smart
1.9
FamilySmart
Jaecoo
3.4
Smart
5.4
ChargingJaecoo
Jaecoo
3.4
Smart
2.9
Cost Per MileJaecoo
Jaecoo
5.2
Smart
1.9
City DrivingJaecoo
Jaecoo
6.6
Smart
6
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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Size Comparison
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Jaecoo E5
Smart #1
Length
Jaecoo E54,380mm
Smart #14,270mm-110mm
Width
Jaecoo E51,862mm
Smart #11,822mm-40mm
Height
Jaecoo E51,680mm
Smart #11,636mm-44mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,270 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,862 mm | 1,822 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,025 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,636 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 538 mm spare | 578 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
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How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Jaecoo E5
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Smart #1
- At 4,270 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 |  Smart #1 Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.38m | 4.27m-110mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.82m-40mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.02m |
| Height | 1.68m | 1.64m-44mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.63m | 2.75m+120mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 480L (better) | 313L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1180L (better) | 976L |
| Frunk | Not available | 15L |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,840kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh (better) | 49kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 248 mi (better) | 193 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 80kW | 130kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,505 (better) | £29,960 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2023+ |
* 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
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| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 248 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 207 miles (better) | 133 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 80 kW | 130 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 181 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 58.9 kWh (better) | 49 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Jaecoo E5
Pure
Smart #1
Pure
7.5/10
average across 4 reviews
- Electrifying.com9/10
- Autocar3.5/5
- DrivingElectric3.5/5
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Jaecoo E5
All 3 videos
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Smart #1Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £22,849 | £22,900 |
| Average used price | £23,304 | £23,771 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 9 listings | 10 listings (better) |
| Saving vs RRP | £4,201 below new | £6,189 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 18% over ~6 months | Up 4.3% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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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.
Euro NCAP - Smart #1 Pure
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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Buying options
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Jaecoo E5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Smart #1
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Jaecoo E5
- £21,3992026Car360View
- £27,2642026Car360View
- £26,9492026Car360View
Smart #1
- £23,9992024Car360View
- £23,7712024Car360View
- £22,9002024EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Smart #1 worth the extra £2,455 over the Jaecoo E5?
The Smart #1 costs £2,455 more than the Jaecoo E5. For that premium it adds 50 kW faster peak rapid charging and 48 kW more power. The Jaecoo E5 is not just cheaper - it also offers 55 miles more WLTP range and 167 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Jaecoo E5 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Jaecoo E5 or the Smart #1?
The Jaecoo E5 is £2,455 cheaper to buy. The Jaecoo E5 is cheaper to charge, roughly £168 a year versus £200 for the Smart #1, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Jaecoo E5 comes out roughly £2,615 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 Smart #1 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 207 miles for the Jaecoo E5 and 133 miles for the Smart #1 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Jaecoo E5 goes roughly 74 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 27-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Jaecoo E5 or the Smart #1?
The Smart #1 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 40 mm narrower than the Jaecoo E5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 578 mm of total clearance for the Smart #1 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 Smart #1?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Jaecoo E5 and 90% for the Smart #1. 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 .