Compare the Alpine A290 vs Jaecoo E5

Tight in the back, but brilliant to drive
Carwow’s own expert rating out of 10 - how our reviewers rate this car overall for value, comfort, kit and driving experience
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8/10
Simply styled and roomy, with a sensible price tag
Carwow’s own expert rating out of 10 - how our reviewers rate this car overall for value, comfort, kit and driving experience
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8/10

AI generated from our expert reviews

The longer Jaecoo E5 goes further on a charge than the Alpine A290. On a twisty road, the Alpine A290 is great fun to drive, with sharp changes of direction and loads of grip, whereas twisty roads are the Jaecoo E5's undoing, with the body leaning a lot in corners. On the motorway, the Alpine deals admirably with bumps while keeping wind and road noise to a minimum, while the Jaecoo is comfortable and relatively quiet. Inside, you get an infotainment system in both cars that is quick to respond and fairly easy to navigate.

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'From' prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

'From' prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

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GT 130kW 52kWh Auto Electric Automatic

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Pure 155kW 61kWh Auto Electric Automatic

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Standard kit

  • Android Auto
    Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
  • Apple CarPlay
    Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
  • Cruise control
    Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
  • Heated seats
    Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
  • Parking Camera
    A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
  • Parking Sensors
    Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
  • Android Auto
    Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
  • Apple CarPlay
    Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
  • Cruise control
    Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
  • Navigation
    Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
  • Parking Camera
    A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
  • Parking Sensors
    Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
  • Touchscreen infotainment
    A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.

Key information

Body type Hatchbacks Body type SUVs
Available fuel types Electric Available fuel types Electric
Number of seats 5 Number of seats 5
Boot space, seats up 326 litres (2 suitcases) Boot space, seats up —
External dimensions (L x W x H) 3,997 mm x 1,823 mm x 1,512 mm External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,380 mm x 1,860 mm x 1,650 mm
First year tax rate £10 First year tax rate £10
Efficiency
Efficiency refers to how far an electric car travels on a given amount of energy, based on official tests. It is measured in miles per kilowatt-hour (mi/kWh).
3.7 miles / kWh
Efficiency
Efficiency refers to how far an electric car travels on a given amount of energy, based on official tests. It is measured in miles per kilowatt-hour (mi/kWh).
3.7 miles / kWh
Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
224 miles
Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
248 miles Best
Battery size 52 kWh Battery size 60.9 kWh Best
Drive type Front wheel drive Drive type Front wheel drive
Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
Group 27 · average Best
Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
Group 34 · high
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Drivetrain & power

Engine name 130kW 52kWh Auto Engine name 155kW 61kWh Auto
Engine size Electric • 177 BHP Engine size Electric • 207 BHP
Body type Hatchbacks Body type SUVs
Fuel type Electric Fuel type Electric
Transmission Automatic Transmission Automatic
Drive type Front wheel drive Drive type Front wheel drive
Forward gears 1 Forward gears 1
Acceleration 7.4 s (0-60 mph) Best Acceleration 7.7 s (0-60 mph)
Battery size 52 kWh Battery size 60.9 kWh Best
Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
224 miles
Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
248 miles Best

Dimensions & space

Number of seats 5 Number of seats 5
Number of doors 5 Number of doors 5
Boot (seats up) 326 litres Boot (seats up) —
Length 3,997 mm Length 4,380 mm
Width 1,823 mm Width 1,860 mm
Height 1,512 mm Height 1,650 mm
Wheelbase 2.53 m Wheelbase 2.62 m
Turning circle 10.2 m Turning circle —

Full features list

  • 19" alloy wheels - Snowflake diamond cut
  • 19" alloy wheels - Snowflake semi diamond cut
  • Additional Metallic paint
  • Alpine and Devialet sound system with 9 speakers incl. subwoofer
  • Alpine emblem on the front fenders
  • Alpine telemetrics premium (live data, coaching, challenges)
  • Anodized blue matte roof rod
  • Blue alpine brake calipers
  • Blue wheel centers with Alpine logo
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Matte paint
  • Pearlescent paint
  • Red brake calipers
  • Textile - deep blue coating with embroided Alpine logo on seats and French flag on the dashboard
  • Two Tone Metallic paint
  • Two tone matte paint
  • Two tone pearlescent paint
  • Without model and version names on the tailgate
  • 12V power point front
  • 3 seat rear bench
  • Ambient lighting customizable in 4 zones
  • Automatic air conditioning
  • Black steering wheel center with Alpine logo
  • Centre console with storage and armrest
  • Fabric upholstery
  • Floor mats
  • Front and rear LED interior lighting
  • Front head restraints
  • Heat pump
  • Heated seats
  • Isofix child seat fittings in outer rear and front passenger seats
  • Manual adjustable front seats with height adjustment and electric lumbar adjustment on driver side
  • Nappa leather sports steering wheel with flat and midpoint
  • Rear head restraints
  • Single front passenger seat
  • Sports seats
  • Central door locking
  • Locking wheel bolts
  • 3 rear seatbelts
  • Alarm pre-wiring
  • Automatic urban and interurban emergency braking (with detection of cars, pedestrians, 2 wheels) and at intersections
  • Child locks
  • Driver and passenger airbags
  • Driver, passenger and curtain side airbags
  • ESC with ABS
  • ESP (Electronic Stability Program) + Hill Start Assist
  • Electric parking brake with auto hold function
  • Emergency brake assist
  • Front passenger airbag deactivation
  • Grey brake calipers
  • Pedestrian warning
  • Safe Distance Warning
  • Safety kit
  • Seat belt reminder
  • Tyre pressure indicator
  • Vehicle dynamic control
  • 3rd brake light
  • Alpine chrome monograms
  • Aluminum door sills with "alpine" marking
  • Automatic dimming interior mirror
  • Automatic headlights with auto high/low beam
  • Automatic windscreen wipers with rain sensor
  • Electrically adjustable and manually folding mirrors with defrost function
  • Front and rear power windows - impulse
  • Front bumper, side skirts and diffusor
  • Full LED headlights
  • Glossy black skirt line
  • Hyper satin roof rod
  • LED daytime running lights with four-cross signature
  • Manual interior rearview mirror
  • Metallic paint
  • Model and version names on the tailgate
  • Privacy glass
  • Rear roof spoiler
  • Rear side wing doors
  • Rear wiper
  • Shark fin antenna
  • 19" alloy wheels - Iconic glossy black diamond cut
  • Black wheel centers with Alpine logo
  • Michelin Sport EV tyres
  • Tyre puncture repair kit
  • Active lane keeping assist
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (wireless)
  • Drive mode selector
  • Driver attention monitoring camera
  • Front, rear and side parking assistance
  • GAS - google automotive services (maps, assistant, store)
  • I-key with hands free keyless entry and start
  • Intelligent adaptive cruise control
  • Power assist steering
  • Rear camera
  • Reverse pedestrian warning
  • TFT 10.3'' full digital interface
  • Traffic sign recognition with overspeed alert
  • Wireless smartphone charging
  • eCall emergency call system
  • 11KW onboard charger
  • Alpine sport chassis with hydraulic bump stops
  • Function V2G (Vehicle to grid) - mobilize power solution
  • Function V2L (Vehicle to load) - mobilize power to object
  • Type 2 charging cable
  • 2 front USB-C ports
  • Arkamys auditorium audio system with 6 speakers
  • Connected multimedia system Alpine Portal 10.1"
  • Cloth - Black
  • Special metallic paint
  • 3 point seatbelts on all seats
  • 4 x isofix
  • Anti-lock Brake System and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Autonomous emergency braking
  • BAS (Brake Assist System)
  • Child locks
  • Curtain Airbag
  • Dual front airbags
  • Electronic Stability Programme
  • Electronic brake force distribution
  • Electronic parking brake with auto hold
  • Front centre airbag
  • Front side airbags
  • Height adjustable front seatbelts
  • Passenger airbag manual switch off
  • Power limited seatbelts with pre-tensioners, height adjustable with CLT
  • Tyre pressure monitoring system
  • Automatic door locking
  • Engine immobiliser
  • Keyless start button
  • PEPS (passive entry and passive start)
  • Auto high beam
  • Automatic headlights
  • Body colour door handles
  • Electrically adjustable, heated and folding door mirrors
  • Electrically height adjustable headlights
  • Follow me home headlight function
  • Halogen headlights
  • Heated front washer nozzles
  • Heated rear window
  • Hidden front wiper - auto speed adjusting
  • High level LED brake light
  • LED daytime running lights
  • LED rear lights
  • Manual dimming rear view mirror
  • Metallic paint
  • One touch window function for all doors
  • Rear roof spoiler
  • Rear side wing doors
  • Rear wiper
  • Remote opening windows (With key and App)
  • Silent glass - windscreen and front side windows
  • Single rear fog light
  • 12v power outlet - front
  • 3 seat bench in 2nd row
  • 4 way manual adjustable steering column
  • 6 Way manually adjustable driver and passenger seat
  • 60/40 split folding rear seat backrest
  • Cloth upholstery
  • Driver and passenger sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors
  • Dual zone automatic air conditioning
  • Folding Flat second row seats
  • Front armrest with interal storage and upper storage tray
  • Front headrests
  • Front reading light
  • Luggage compartment light
  • Multi function steering wheel
  • Non load capacity roof rack
  • Rear headrests
  • Rear reading lights
  • Single front passenger seat
  • Synthetic leather steering wheel
  • Vehicle to load system in boot
  • 13.2" central LCD display
  • 3 driving modes Normal, Eco, Sport
  • 540 degree panoramic view camera
  • 8.8 LCD instrument cluster
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Blind spot detection
  • Bluetooth handsfree system
  • Connected satelite navigation
  • DAI Forward Departure System
  • Driver monitoring system
  • E-call safety system
  • Electric power steering
  • Emergency lane keep assist
  • Front and rear parking sensors
  • Front collision warning
  • ICA - integrated cruise assist
  • Intelligent elude system
  • Lane departure prevention
  • Lane departure warning
  • Multiple collision defence system
  • Over the air (OTA) functionality
  • Rear crossing traffic braking
  • Rear crossing traffic warning
  • Rear view camera with dynamic guidelines
  • Remote wake up and HVAC function (with key and App)
  • Speed limit reminder
  • Traffic jam avoidance assistant
  • Voice control system
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
  • Independent rear suspension
  • 18" Alloy wheels
  • Puncture repair kit
  • 1 X rear USB (Type A)
  • 2 x Front USB, 1 x Type A, 1 x Type C (fast charging)
  • 6 speaker audio system
  • DAB Digital radio
  • Dark colour interior

'From' prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

'From' prices stated are for the lowest priced version of the car. Price may vary based on the selected version.

*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.