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Jaecoo E5 vs Suzuki e VITARA
Selected trimPureChange trim248 mi · 61 kWh · £27,505
Selected trimMotion 49kWhChange trim213 mi · 49 kWh · £26,249
At a glance
In this comparison, Jaecoo E5 leads on motorway range, while the Suzuki e VITARA leads on value for money, family practicality and running costs.
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 Suzuki e VITARA 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
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Suzuki e VITARA leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueSuzuki
Jaecoo
5.2
Suzuki
5.9
Motorway RangeJaecoo
Jaecoo
4.5
Suzuki
3
FamilySuzuki
Jaecoo
3.4
Suzuki
4.5
Charging
Jaecoo
3.4
Suzuki
3.5
Too close to call
Cost Per MileSuzuki
Jaecoo
5.2
Suzuki
6
City DrivingSuzuki
Jaecoo
6.6
Suzuki
8.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Jaecoo E5
Pure
- 35 miles more WLTP range
- 170 litres more boot space
- 18 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 46 kW more power
- 1.9s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £27,505 | £26,249 (better) |
| Official range | 248 miles (better) | 213 miles |
| Boot space | 480 L (better) | 310 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min (better) | 45 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.7 sec (better) | 9.6 sec |
Size Comparison
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Jaecoo E5
Suzuki e VITARA
Length
Jaecoo E54,380mm
Suzuki e VITARA4,275mm-105mm
Width
Jaecoo E51,862mm
Suzuki e VITARA1,800mm-62mm
Height
Jaecoo E51,680mm
Suzuki e VITARA1,635mm-45mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,862 mm | 1,800 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 538 mm spare | 600 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 480 L (better) | 310 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1180 L (better) | 562 L |
| 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.
Suzuki e VITARA
- At 4,275 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 149 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 90% of SUVs we track.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Jaecoo E5 Pure |  Suzuki e VITARA Motion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.38m | 4.28m-105mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.80m-62mm |
| Height | 1.68m | 1.64m-45mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.63m | 2.70m+70mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 480L (better) | 310L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1180L (better) | 562L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.4m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,840kg | 1,680kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh (better) | 49kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 248 mi (better) | 213 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 80kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,505 | £26,249 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 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 | Jaecoo E5Pure | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 248 miles (better) | 213 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 207 miles (better) | 162 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min (better) | 45 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 80 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 149 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 58.9 kWh (better) | 49 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.7 sec (better) | 9.6 sec |
| Power | 152 kW (better) | 106 kW |
| Torque | 280 Nm (better) | 193 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Jaecoo E5
Pure
Suzuki e VITARA
Motion 49kWh
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Jaecoo E5
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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.
Euro NCAP - Suzuki e VITARA Motion 49kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant77%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist72%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Suzuki e VITARAMotion 49kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km (better) | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Jaecoo E5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Suzuki e VITARA
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Jaecoo E5
- £26,9492026Car360View
- £26,2992026Car360View
- £21,3992026Car360View
Suzuki e VITARA
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Jaecoo E5 worth the extra £1,256 over the Suzuki e VITARA?
The Jaecoo E5 costs £1,256 more than the Suzuki e VITARA. For that premium it adds 35 miles more WLTP range, 170 litres more boot space and 46 kW more power. The Suzuki e VITARA is not just cheaper - it also offers 70 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Suzuki e VITARA comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Jaecoo E5 or the Suzuki e VITARA?
The Suzuki e VITARA is £1,256 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 Suzuki e VITARA comes out roughly £1,296 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 Suzuki e VITARA like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 207 miles for the Jaecoo E5 and 162 miles for the Suzuki e VITARA - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Jaecoo E5 goes roughly 45 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 27 minutes in the Jaecoo E5 and 45 in the Suzuki e VITARA, so the Jaecoo E5 loses less time at each stop. That makes the Jaecoo E5 the stronger long-distance car.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Jaecoo E5 or the Suzuki e VITARA?
The Suzuki e VITARA is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 62 mm narrower than the Jaecoo E5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Suzuki e VITARA 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 Suzuki e VITARA?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Jaecoo E5 and 90% for the Suzuki e VITARA. 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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