Jaecoo J5 enters hybrid war against Corolla Cross and Omoda C5
Apart from the Chery Tiggo Cross CSH Comfort, Jaecoo SHS is the most affordable.
The Jaecoo J5 SUV has entered the hybrid war, joining rival brands Corolla Cross and Omoda C5. The J5's self-charging hybrid SHS model, priced at R459,900, is a direct competitor to the Omoda C5 SHS at R464,900 and the Toyota Corolla Cross HEV at R506,100. Despite the Chery Tiggo Cross CSH's cheaper starting price of R439,900 for the Comfort model, the flagship Elite version costs R10,000 more at R469,900.
In terms of power, the Jaecoo J5 shares a turbocharged 1.5-litre petrol engine with the Omoda C5, both delivering 165kW of power and 295Nm of torque. The Chery Tiggo Cross, however, relies on a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, generating 150kW/310Nm combined.
Fuel efficiency is a critical factor for buyers in this segment. The Corolla Cross leads with a claimed consumption of 4.3 litres per 100km, offering a range of 837km on a 36-litre tank. The Jaecoo J5 SHS uses 5.3 litres per 100km, providing a 980km range from its 51-litre tank. The Omoda C5 boasts a slightly better figure of 4.9L/100km, ensuring a range of over 1,000km with its 51-litre tank. The Chery Tiggo Cross CSH, meanwhile, consumes 5.4 litres per 100km, giving it a range of 944km on its 51-litre tank.
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