The Jaecoo J5 has completed its first full month on the market in South Africa. Here’s how many units of the new crossover were sold locally in October 2025…
- J5 completes first full month on local market
- Helped Omoda & Jaecoo hit new sales high
- 3 derivatives, with prices starting at R369 900
The new Jaecoo J5 officially launched in South Africa in mid-September 2025. So, how many examples of this Chinese crossover were sold in October 2025 , its first full month on the local market?
Well, we can confirm that Omoda & Jaecoo registered 226 units of the J5 in Mzansi in October 2025. That performance helped push the Chery-backed division to a new high of 1 311 units , beating its previous best of 1 202 units (achieved as recently as August 2025 ).
With 103 units registered in August (curiously, before the model’s official market launch) and 200 more sold in September, the Jaecoo J5’s official tally already stands at 529 units . All have been reported as sales via the dealer channel.
In October 2025, the J5 outsold the J7 , with the latter ending the month on 180 units. It also finished ahead of the flagship Omoda C9 (56 units), while the Omoda C5 ranked as the division’s top seller, with 849 units – or a hefty 64.8% of Omoda & Jaecoo’s total.
As a reminder, the J5 range comprises 3 variants, each powered by a turbocharged 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine that sends 115 kW and 230 Nm to the front wheels. Familiar from the C5, this motor delivers its drive via a continuously variable transmission (CVT) as standard.
The J5 1.5T Vortex serves as the entry point to the broader Jaecoo range, priced at R379 900, though discounted to R369 900 as a limited-time “launch special”. Next comes the J5 1.5T Glacier at R439 900 (or R429 900, for a limited period), with the J5 1.5T Inferno topping the portfolio at R479 900.
The J5 measures 4 380 mm long (with 2 620 mm between its axles), making it 120 mm shorter than its J7 sibling and thus around the size of the Chery Tiggo Cross (4 351 mm). This 5-seater crossover has a listed luggage space of 480 litres, expandable to 1 284 litres with the rear bench folded down.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How many units of the Jaecoo J5 were sold in South Africa during its first full month on the market?
A: The Jaecoo J5 sold 226 units in South Africa in October 2025, which was its first full month on the local market. This performance helped Omoda & Jaecoo achieve a new high of 1 311 units overall.
Q: What is the starting price and engine specification of the Jaecoo J5?
A: The entry-level model, the J5 1.5T Vortex, has a list price of R379 900, though it was offered at a limited-time launch special price of R369 900. All derivatives are powered by a turbocharged 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine producing 115 kW and 230 Nm.
Q: How did the Jaecoo J5’s sales compare to other models from the Omoda & Jaecoo division in October 2025?
A: With 226 units sold, the J5 outsold the Jaecoo J7 (180 units) and the Omoda C9 (56 units). The division’s top seller was the Omoda C5, which registered 849 units during the same month.
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