KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 2 — Omoda Jaecoo has officially launched its first fully electric offering in Malaysia in the form of Jaecoo J5 EV. Like previous EVs that Chery Group have released in our market, such as Omoda E5, iCaur 03, and iCaur V23, the J5 EV is locally assembled (CKD) in Malaysia.
Jaecoo J5 EV Malaysia price, colourways, warranty
For Malaysia, the Jaecoo J5 EV comes only in a single variant with a price tag of RM118,800.
There are three colour options altogether including Alpine Green, Fjord Grey, and Carbon Crystal Black.
The EV is covered by a 7-year / 150,000km vehicle warranty while there is also a separate 10-year/200,000km warranty for its high-voltage battery.
Jaecoo J5 EV price and launch package for Malaysia
Jaecoo J5 EV Malaysia launch promo
The first 1,000 J5 EV customers will be provided with a launch package that compromised of these perks:
- 1 year of unlimited charging on JomCharge
- 1 year of insurance
- 7kW Jaecoo AC wallbox
- Jaecoo V2L connector
- J5 EV lifestyle accessory package worth RM2,000
Not inclusive of the JomCharge unlimited charging, the Jaecoo J5 EV launch package is worth RM10,000. Do note these perks are exclusive for early adopters that registered their J5 EV by 31 October 2026.
Jaecoo J5 EV Malaysia Quick Specs
Being a 4.38m long, 1.86m wide, and 1.65m tall SUV, the J5 EV is bigger than sub-compact SUVs such as the BYD Atto 2. At the same time, it is still more compact than crossover SUVs like the Proton e.MAS 7.
Featuring a front-wheel drive (FWD) configuration, the J5 EV comes with a 155kW (208hp) electric motor that also produces 288Nm of torque. For the Malaysian market, the vehicle is equipped with a 58.9 kWh CATL LFP battery pack, which yields a NEDC-rated range of 461km or 402km WLTP.
The electric SUV also comes with an active grille shutter, level 2+ Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), a 540-degree camera system, a rear multi-link suspension setup, and 18-inch aero wheels with Giti GitiControl P10 235/55 tyres.
Despite its positioning as a mainstream offering, the J5 EV includes numerous comfort and convenience features that are typically found on higher-priced vehicles. It is uncommon for vehicles in this class to offer these features as standard equipment in a single package.
Key highlights for the Malaysian market include:
- Motorised charging port cover
- Large panoramic glass roof with an adjustable, motorised sunshade
- Double-glazed front side windows
- Power tailgate
- Dual-zone climate control
- Frunk
Other notable features on the J5 EV include pet-friendly synthetic leather upholstery, dedicated modes for pet and camping, ventilated front seats with electronic controls, an 8.88-inch fixed-segment digital instrument cluster, 13.2-inch infotainment screen, and Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) functionality.
In addition to that, J5 EV’s charging hardware is highly competitive for its segment. The Malaysian variant features an 11kW 3-phase AC onboard charger, a specification that remains relatively rare among entry-to-mid tier electric vehicles locally.
For fast charging, it supports up to 130kW DC charging. This capability allows J5 EV’s battery to be replenished from 30 per cent to 80 per cent in approximately 28 minutes. — SoyaCincau
