The Jaecoo 5 is stylish, well-equipped and costs thousands of pounds less than the competition.
It doesn't hurt, either, that it bears a passing resemblance to a certain posh British SUV. Or that it has the reassurance of Jaecoo's long seven-year warranty.
Nevertheless, if this compact crossover isn't your cup of tea, here are 10 great Jaecoo 5 rivals to consider instead. Most are available as nearly new and used cars from Motorpoint.
- Nissan Qashqai
- Omoda 5
- Kia Niro
- BYD Atto 2
- Mini Countryman
- Toyota C-HR
- Mazda CX-30
- Hyundai Kona
- Honda HR-V
- Range Rover Evoque
Nissan Qashqai
The Nissan Qashqai is an obvious choice in the SUV segment, but it's an obvious choice for a reason. It's large enough for family-car duties but not so big that it's unwieldy on tight city streets. The cabin is comfortable and surprisingly plush, and the on-board tech is easy to use. Like the Jaecoo, the Qashqai is set up to soothe rather than thrill, with a compliant ride and solid body control. There's no fully electric option to match the Jaecoo E5, but you still get a choice of flexible mild-hybrid engines or Nissan's clever range-extending e-Power setup.
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Omoda 5
Wait… didn't we just do the Qashqai? Pop your glasses on and you'll spot this is actually the Omoda 5. And, while it looks like the popular Nissan, this car is mechanically related to the Jaecoo 5 and comes from the same parent company, Chery. The Omoda looks visually sportier and more aerodynamic than the slab-sided Jaecoo, but the layout is broadly the same – a small-but-practical five-seat SUV just large enough for family use. There's also a similar choice of turbo petrol power or the fully electric Omoda E5.
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Kia Niro
Visually, the Kia Niro looks more like an oversized hatchback than the Jaecoo 5, but it's actually the larger car by a few centimetres. You'll feel that extra space inside thanks to the Niro's spacious, airy cabin – and you'll be happy to spend time there thanks to the attractive design and big-screen infotainment system. Under the bonnet, there's a choice of self-charging-hybrid or plug-in-hybrid engines, and even a fully electric Niro with a 285-mile claimed range – 37 miles more than the Jaecoo E5.
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BYD Atto 2
The Atto 2 is another Chinese competitor to the Jaecoo but, this time, hailing from the massive BYD group. Step inside and you'll notice the Atto 2 feels one notch fancier than the Jaecoo 5, with plush materials and upholstery used throughout. In fact, the BYD is so fancy that it seems more of a rival to premium cars like the Audi Q2. Cabin space is decent and standard kit is generous, although prices are a bit steeper than the Jaecoo. There's a choice of a fully electric model with up to 267 miles of range, or a plug-in hybrid DM-i version.
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Mini Countryman
We know modern Minis aren't very 'mini' anymore, but the latest Countryman really stretches the definition. Its 4.4-metre footprint is slightly larger than the Jaecoo 5. That translates to a properly spacious cabin, with room for tall adults in both rows and a big boot that'll handle pushchairs or big suitcases with ease. There's also been a design overhaul for this generation, with lots of modern textile-covered surfaces and upholstery options, plus a pin-sharp circular OLED infotainment screen.
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Toyota C-HR
The Toyota C-HR has a similar footprint to the Jaecoo 5 but can't quite match the Chinese car's practicality. That's down to the C-HR's dramatic angular styling that eats into passenger and cargo space, but also gives the car its unique look. There's substance to the Toyota's sci-fi style too, with a choice of hybrid engines that are smooth, responsive and fantastically efficient in the real world. You also get the reassurance of Toyota's 10-year service-activated warranty, for years of hassle-free driving.
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Mazda CX-30
While it's a little long in the tooth now, the Mazda CX-30 still looks good thanks to its swoopy, organic styling. The handsome theme continues inside with an elegant dashboard trimmed in soft-touch materials, plus lots of user-friendly buttons and an easy-to-read instrument cluster. It's solid and composed out on the road, although sadly lacking the sporty edge that makes the Mazda 3 hatch so entertaining to drive. There's only petrol engines under the bonnet, although the range-topping Skyactiv-X version uses clever ignition tech for better economy.
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Hyundai Kona
Old Hyundai Kona models were nothing to write home about as they were neither stylish nor especially practical. The current Kona fixes all those complaints with eye-catching bodywork complete with an oh-so-modern light bar, plus much more interior space making this an excellent small-ish family car. Like the mechanically related Niro above, the Kona comes with a choice of hybrid and electric powertrains, although its also offered with a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine as an entry-level model.
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Honda HR-V
Modern Hondas are some of the very best cars the company's made, but they're also getting quite pricey. The HR-V, for example, is a solid £8,000 more than the Jaecoo as a brand new car, and that price gap remains once they've hit the used market. On the plus side, the HR-V feels like a premium car inside, with nice materials and an attractive design. It also includes Honda's clever 1.5-litre self-charging-hybrid engine as standard, giving it smooth, efficient performance. There's also the fully electric Honda eNY:1 to rival the Jaecoo E5.
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Range Rover Evoque
We can't talk about the Jaecoo 5 without mentioning the car that probably inspired it. The Range Rover Evoque proved the brand could distil its premium character into a small, city-friendly platform. You get a properly luxurious cabin complete with sumptuous upholstery and a glossy infotainment setup. There's a choice of powerful engines under the bonnet, plus an efficient plug-in-hybrid option, and the ride quality is excellent for such a small car. The only drawback is that it's roughly £20,000 more expensive than the Jaecoo as a new car.
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