Car Wars: GEELY EX5 vs JAECOO J5
Nov 26, 2025
2 min read
In this new episode of Car Wars, Alvin and Imogen run their expert eyes over the GEELY EX5 and the JAECOO J5.
On paper, they’re practically twins. But look closer, and two very different personalities emerge.
5 Key Takeaways
1. Family pedigree
Even if you’ve never heard of GEELY, you’ve definitely met its family: Polestar, Lotus, Volvo. That class comes through, especially in the EX5’s refined interior. Roomy, with heated and ventilated seats plus “zero-gravity” recline and leg-rest mode.
2. JAECOO J5: the outdoorsy, dog-friendly giant
The JAECOO is manufactured by Chery (who also build Jaguar Land Rover in China), so no wonder it looks and feels like its factory stablemate. The cabin materials are scratch-resistant, moisture-resistant and designed for families with kids, dogs, mud, and chaos. All carried off with a definite feel of the premium.
3. Tech vs fun: a split decision
If you’re a gadget-lover, the GEELY edges ahead with features like a head-up display and slightly more polished software. If you prefer personality, the JAECOO fires back with built-in karaoke - yes, really! Both have huge pano roofs, but the GEELY adds a separate sunroof too.
4. Built for real-life range and budgets
Both cars sit in that sweet spot: big enough for long hauls with everyone and everything packed in, without drifting into energy-hungry excess. With c.60 kWh batteries and c.250-mile ranges, they’re well suited to everyday driving and weekend escapes alike.
5. The final call? Two great cars, two different vibes
The Geely wins on refinement and tech. The JAECOO takes it on big car practicality. Fun vs function, if you want to simplify the choice, but in truth you won't be missing out on either. Plus both benefit from their genuinely accessible price points (especially in comparison to the petrol category).
Wheel to wheel
JAECOO J5
Est. Range: 225mi (real world)
Efficiency: 295 Wh/mi
Acceleration: 0-60mph in 7.7 sec
GEELY EX5
- Est. Range: 205mi (real world)
- Efficiency: 294 Wh/mi
- Acceleration: 0-62mph in 6.9 sec
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