Jaecoo J5 Enters Kazakhstan With KZT 9.49 Million Price

Jaecoo J5 and J7 PHEV Launch in Kazakhstan

Jaecoo J5 sales began in Kazakhstan on September 28, alongside the launch of the plug-in hybrid Jaecoo J7. Both models are produced at the Astana Motors Manufacturing Kazakhstan multi-brand plant in Almaty and have received vehicle type approval (VTA). The J5 is positioned as a crossover with a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine and a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Its listed price is KZT 9,490,000, while the J7 PHEV uses the Super Hybrid System (SHS) and combines a turbocharged gasoline engine with an electric motor and battery system.

Jaecoo J5 Dimensions and Powertrain

The crossover measures 4,380 mm in length and has a 2,620 mm wheelbase. Its 1.5-liter turbocharged engine produces 147 hp and is paired with a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, providing the conventional powertrain configuration for the model. The vehicle is priced at KZT 9,490,000 in Kazakhstan. Production at the Astana Motors Manufacturing Kazakhstan facility in Almaty means the model is being introduced to the market from a locally operating multi-brand manufacturing site rather than solely through imported vehicle supply.

J7 PHEV Uses Super Hybrid System

The J7 PHEV uses the Super Hybrid System, combining a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine rated at 143 hp with an electric motor and a 1-speed manual transmission. Its energy storage system consists of an 18.3 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery with an IP68 rating. The combined power output reaches 347 hp, while maximum torque is rated at 525 Nm. This configuration gives the plug-in hybrid a stated electric-only driving range of up to 91 km, allowing the vehicle to operate on electric power for shorter journeys before using its combined powertrain capabilities.

J7 PHEV Pricing and Driving Range

The plug-in hybrid is priced at KZT 12,790,000, placing it above the conventional crossover in the launch lineup. Its 18.3 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery supports an electric driving range of up to 91 km, while the stated total driving range exceeds 1,200 km. The combination of 347 hp and 525 Nm gives the vehicle substantially higher stated system output than the conventionally powered crossover. The launch therefore adds both a conventional gasoline-powered crossover and a plug-in hybrid option to the Kazakhstan market.

Industry Impact & Outlook

The launch expands the range of electrified and conventional crossover choices available in Kazakhstan while demonstrating the role of the Astana Motors Manufacturing Kazakhstan facility in supplying the local market. The J7 PHEV's combination of 347 hp, a 91 km electric range, and more than 1,200 km of total range gives the lineup a plug-in hybrid alternative alongside the gasoline-powered J5. The immediate significance is the broader powertrain choice for local buyers, while future market relevance will depend on customer demand for conventional versus electrified crossover models and continued production activity at the Almaty facility.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of the Jaecoo J5 in Kazakhstan?
The Jaecoo J5 is priced at KZT 9,490,000 in Kazakhstan, while the J7 PHEV costs KZT 12,790,000. The J5 uses a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine producing 147 hp and a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The J7 PHEV combines a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine, electric motor, and 18.3 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery. Its combined output reaches 347 hp and 525 Nm of torque, with electric driving capability of up to 91 km and a total driving range exceeding 1,200 km.