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Jaecoo E5 vs Kia EV3
Selected trimPureChange trim248 mi · 61 kWh · £27,505
Selected trimStandard Range 58.3kWhChange trim270 mi · 58.3 kWh · £33,055
At a glance
In this comparison, Jaecoo E5 counters with the lowest price, while the Kia EV3 leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Kia EV3 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 need the fastest charging of these options
- 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 Kia EV3 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueKia
Jaecoo
5.2
Kia
6.3
Motorway Range
Jaecoo
4.5
Kia
4.1
Too close to call
FamilyKia
Jaecoo
3.4
Kia
6.5
ChargingKia
Jaecoo
3.4
Kia
4
Cost Per MileKia
Jaecoo
5.2
Kia
6
City DrivingKia
Jaecoo
6.6
Kia
7.4
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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Size Comparison
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Jaecoo E5
Kia EV3
Length
Jaecoo E54,380mm
Kia EV34,310mm-70mm
Width
Jaecoo E51,862mm
Kia EV31,850mm-12mm
Height
Jaecoo E51,680mm
Kia EV31,570mm-110mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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People & luggage
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How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Jaecoo E5
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Kia EV3
- At 4,310 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 |  Kia EV3 Standard Range 58.3kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.38m | 4.31m-70mm |
| Width | 1.86m | 1.85m-12mm |
| Height | 1.68m | 1.57m-110mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.63m | 2.68m+50mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 480L (better) | 460L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1180L | Not available |
| Frunk | Not available | 25L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.4m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,840kg | 1,800kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh (better) | 58.3kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 248 mi | 270 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 80kW | 127kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,505 (better) | £33,055 |
| Price after EV grant | £27,505 (not eligible) | £31,555 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
* 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
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| Measure | Jaecoo E5Pure | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 248 miles | 270 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 207 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min (better) | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 80 kW | 127 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 149 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 58.9 kWh (better) | 58.3 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NCMA |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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What the critics say
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Jaecoo E5
Pure
Kia EV3
Standard Range 58.3kWh
8.5/10
average across 5 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Parkers4.2/5
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Jaecoo E5
All 3 videos
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
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Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
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Cost per mile
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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 - Kia EV3 Standard Range 58.3kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users78%
Safety Assist78%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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Buying options
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Jaecoo E5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Kia EV3
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Jaecoo E5
- £26,9492026Car360View
- £26,2992026Car360View
- £21,3992026Car360View
Kia EV3
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia EV3 worth the extra £5,550 over the Jaecoo E5?
The Kia EV3 costs £5,550 more than the Jaecoo E5. For that premium it adds 47 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Kia EV3 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Jaecoo E5 or the Kia EV3?
The Jaecoo E5 is £5,550 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 Jaecoo E5 comes out roughly £5,510 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 Kia EV3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 207 miles for the Jaecoo E5 and 193 miles for the Kia EV3 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 27-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Jaecoo E5 or the Kia EV3?
The two are within 12 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 550 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV3 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 Kia EV3?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Jaecoo E5 and 89% for the Kia EV3. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. The Jaecoo E5's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Kia EV3's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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See both cars in our rankings
EVcarsguide scores every verified EV on price, range, family use and running costs. Here is where this pair appears.
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Further reading
Explore buying and ownership guides to help you choose between these electric cars.
GuideBuying a Used Jaecoo E5 (2025 on): Pure vs Luxury, Warranty & What to Pay
A used Jaecoo E5 buyer’s guide: Pure vs Luxury, the 7-year warranty, slow 80 kW rapid charging, nearly new vs new prices, real-world range, what owners report and a printable checklist.
GuideBuying a Used Kia EV3 (2024 on): Which Battery, the Recall, the 7-Year Warranty & What to Pay
A used Kia EV3 buyer’s guide: Standard and Long Range explained, the instrument-cluster recall, the 7-year warranty left, real-world range, what owners report, what to pay against a new one with the grant, and a printable checklist.
Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .