Omoda Jaecoo has announced it will offer up to 15% off the popular J5 EV to Uber rideshare drivers to help get more EVs into the rideshare business.
In a new initiative, the company will allow eligible Uber Pro Gold, Platinum and Diamond driver-partners to access exclusive savings on selected models, including the J5 EV, which is a mid-size SUV, that’s seen its populaity soar since launching in December last year, selling over 11,000 units so far this year.
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There are other saving offers on Jaecoo’s other cars as well, including the J7 and the Omoda 9 which come with the company’s Super Hybrid System powertrain.
According to Omoda Jaecoo, eligible drivers can register via the company’s website to see available models, which are subject to availability.
Jaecoo launched the J5 EV in late 2025, with first deliveries starting in January 2026. It has a front-mounted 155 kW motor that produces 288 Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 7.7 seconds, which is quite good for an electric mid-size SUV.
The J5 claims up to 402 km of WLTP range, powered by a 58.9 kWh lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery pack, and it also offers vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability.
On the inside, a 13.2-inch vertical screen controls air conditioning, digital radio, and vehicle settings.
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard for seamless smartphone integration, and a 50 W wireless charger sits just under the screen in the minimalist cabin.
The new J5 comes with a few standard safety features, including:
- 7 airbags
- Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)
- Emergency Lane Keeping (ELK)
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Jaecoo is Chery’s lifestyle-oriented sub-brand, and the J5 features pet-friendly synthetic leather made from a special silicone-based material. According to the brand, this material makes the car seats antibacterial, wear-resistant, and easier to clean.
On the warranty front, it comes with a quite long 8-year unlimited-kilometre warranty, 8 years of capped-price servicing, and an 8-year, unlimited-kilometre battery pack warranty.
Earlier this year, we tested the J5 EV in Melbourne, and it is a great, well-rounded package for what it delivers at under $37,000.
