The JAECOO J5 BEV made history on 6 November 2026 as Pakistan’s first locally assembled electric SUV, with prices starting at Rs 5,999,000, a figure that puts a home-built battery electric vehicle on Pakistani roads for the very first time. The J5 BEV is built by NexGen Auto, a subsidiary of the Nishat Group, and its arrival signals that local EV manufacturing in Pakistan has moved beyond concept cars and two-wheelers into the mass-market SUV segment.
JAECOO J5 BEV Prices and Booking Details
The vehicle comes in two variants: the Comfort at an ex-factory price of Rs 5,999,000 (booking amount Rs 1,200,000) and the Premium at Rs 6,699,000 (booking amount Rs 1,500,000). Both require a substantial deposit upfront, so buyers should plan for that before they walk into a dealership.
These are introductory prices, valid until 30 November 2026. After that date, prices could move, so anyone seriously considering a purchase has a tight window to lock in the launch rate.
Battery, Range and Charging
The J5 BEV carries a 49.5 kWh battery pack, delivering a claimed range of up to 405 km NEDC on a single charge, with both Comfort and Premium sharing the same battery capacity. That 405 km figure uses the NEDC testing cycle, which is an optimistic laboratory standard. More realistic estimates put the range at 344 km under the stricter WLTP cycle and approximately 295 km under the EPA standard. Pakistani buyers should use the lower numbers as a practical guide for daily driving.
Charging is handled through up to 11 kW AC and up to 130 kW DC fast charging. The car also supports 3.3 kW Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) functionality, letting compatible devices draw power from the vehicle. V2L is a genuinely useful feature, it means the car can power tools or appliances during load-shedding, which matters a lot for Pakistani households.
Motor and Performance
The J5 BEV Premium features a front-wheel-drive electric motor producing 155 kW, or 208 hp, alongside 288 Nm of torque. The claimed 0 to 100 km/h acceleration time is 7.7 seconds, with Eco, Normal and Sport driving modes available. For a family SUV, that is a brisk enough figure to make overtaking on motorways comfortable.
Tech and Features Inside
The cabin includes an eight-speaker audio system, 50W wireless phone charging, front and rear USB ports, Type-C fast charging, dual-zone automatic climate control, keyless entry, a panoramic moonroof, and powered driver and passenger seats. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also on board. For the price bracket, that is a generous equipment list by any standard.
JAECOO backs the J5 BEV with separate vehicle and high-voltage battery warranty coverage in Pakistan. The specific years and kilometre limits were not disclosed in the official price announcement, so buyers should confirm those details with the dealer before signing.
Why Local Assembly Is the Real Story
Locally assembled by NexGen Auto, a subsidiary of Nishat Group, the JAECOO J5 BEV represents an important step towards strengthening Pakistan’s electric vehicle ecosystem and advancing local automotive manufacturing. Local assembly, known as CKD, or completely knocked down, means the vehicle is put together in Pakistan from imported parts rather than arriving as a finished imported unit. This keeps costs lower than a fully imported car would be, which is a key reason the price can start below Rs 6 million.
The JAECOO J5 HEV and JAECOO J7 PHEV had already collectively surpassed 15,000 locally assembled units before the BEV launch, showing that NexGen Auto’s local assembly operation is not new, adding a fully electric model is the logical next step. Jaecoo models, including the J5 and J7, are assembled in Faisalabad.
What most coverage has not highlighted: local assembly is also what shields buyers from the full force of import duties that pushed earlier imported EVs to much higher price points. That structural cost advantage could grow if Pakistan’s EV policy continues to favour CKD production over outright imports.
Pakistan’s EV market is widening fast. If you are curious about more affordable electric options, see our look at AirV electric bikes and their prices across all 11 models in Pakistan for a sense of how the broader electric mobility market is shaping up.
What This Means for Pakistan’s EV Sector
The launch of the JAECOO J5 BEV does not exist in a vacuum. As of 2026, BYD is the largest supplier of electric vehicles to Pakistan, but the J5 BEV is the first fully battery-electric SUV to actually be assembled inside the country. That distinction matters for jobs, for supply-chain development, and for the long-term goal of reducing the import bill on finished vehicles. BYD’s Sealion 6 is also planned to become BYD’s first locally assembled vehicle in Pakistan, with production targeted for Q4 2026, so competition in locally built EVs is about to intensify.
For Pakistani buyers, the practical picture is this: a locally assembled electric SUV with real fast-charging capability, a usable real-world range, and a price that, while still high for many households, is meaningfully below what a comparable fully imported EV would cost. The official Jaecoo brand has global scale behind it, which should help with parts supply over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of the JAECOO J5 BEV in Pakistan?
The JAECOO J5 BEV starts at Rs 5,999,000 for the Comfort variant and Rs 6,699,000 for the Premium. These are introductory ex-factory prices valid until 30 November 2026. Booking amounts are Rs 1,200,000 and Rs 1,500,000 respectively.
What is the real-world driving range of the JAECOO J5 BEV?
The official NEDC claimed range is 405 km, but the WLTP figure is 344 km and the EPA estimate is roughly 295 km. In everyday Pakistani driving conditions, expect somewhere in the 280 to 320 km range on a full charge.
Is the JAECOO J5 BEV made in Pakistan?
Yes. It is assembled in Pakistan by NexGen Auto (a Nishat Group company) using the CKD method, making it the country’s first locally assembled battery electric SUV. Assembly takes place in Faisalabad.
Does the JAECOO J5 BEV support fast charging?
Yes. It supports up to 130 kW DC fast charging as well as 11 kW AC charging. It also has a V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) system rated at 3.3 kW, so you can use the car to power external devices during outages.
