Owner's reference

Ownership guides

Built from official sources and cited line by line. Where the source is silent we say so — we don't fill gaps with guesses.

Charging

Official manufacturer data

Charging a JAECOO 7 SHS-P plug-in hybrid

The SHS-P accepts AC charging at up to 6.6 kW and DC rapid charging at up to 40 kW. A home wallbox takes it from 25% to full in about 2.7 hours according to JAECOO's figures.

JAECOO 7 · Checked 8 Oct 2026

Official manufacturer data

Charging a JAECOO E5

The E5 has a 60.9 kWh battery and a CCS Type 2 socket. JAECOO quotes DC rapid charging at up to 80 kW, taking 30–80% in 27 minutes.

JAECOO E5 · Checked 8 Oct 2026

Official manufacturer data

Charging a JAECOO 8 SHS-P

The JAECOO 8 has a 34.46 kWh battery, AC charging at up to 6.6 kW (0–100% in 5.5 hours) and DC rapid charging at up to 70 kW (30–80% in 20 minutes).

JAECOO 8 · Checked 8 Oct 2026

Connectivity

Official manufacturer data

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on JAECOO models

Every current UK JAECOO trim lists wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto as standard. No current trim requires a cable for smartphone mirroring.

JAECOO 5, JAECOO E5, JAECOO 7, JAECOO 8 · Checked 8 Oct 2026

Tyres

Official manufacturer data

JAECOO tyre sizes (and where to find tyre pressures)

JAECOO 5 and E5 use 235/55 R18 tyres, the JAECOO 7 uses 235/50 R19 and the JAECOO 8 uses 245/50 R20. Recommended pressures are not published in the UK tech data.

JAECOO 5, JAECOO E5, JAECOO 7, JAECOO 8 · Checked 8 Oct 2026

Servicing

Official manufacturer data

JAECOO servicing intervals and warranty explained

Every new JAECOO in the UK carries a 7-year / 100,000-mile vehicle warranty. Electrified models add an 8-year / 100,000-mile battery warranty. JAECOO 5, E5 and 7 list a 1-year / 10,000-mile service interval.

JAECOO 5, JAECOO E5, JAECOO 7, JAECOO 8 · Checked 8 Oct 2026

Practicality

Official manufacturer data

JAECOO towing capacities

Braked towing limits range from 750 kg (JAECOO 7 SHS-H) to 1,600 kg (JAECOO 8). The JAECOO 7 SHS-P can tow 1,500 kg and the petrol models 1,350 kg.

JAECOO 5, JAECOO E5, JAECOO 7, JAECOO 8 · Checked 8 Oct 2026

Vehicle controls

Official manufacturer data

JAECOO driving modes by model and trim

Most JAECOO 5, E5 and 7 trims offer Normal, ECO and Sport modes. The JAECOO 7 Luxury AWD adds Sand, Snow and Mud; the JAECOO 7 SHS-H lists ECO and Sport only.

JAECOO 5, JAECOO E5, JAECOO 7 · Checked 8 Oct 2026

Official manufacturer data

JAECOO interior features and hidden settings

The features owners most often miss, by model and trim: opening panoramic roofs, Vehicle-to-Load sockets, welcome seats, the JAECOO 5's karaoke mode and the JAECOO 8's 'transparent chassis' camera view.

JAECOO 5, JAECOO E5, JAECOO 7, JAECOO 8 · Checked 8 Oct 2026

Warning lights

Official manufacturer data

JAECOO dashboard warning lights

What every JAECOO 7 dashboard symbol means and what to do about it — 83 symbols from the UK owner's manuals, sorted by how urgent they are. Red means stop safely; amber or yellow means get it checked soon; green, blue and white are information.

JAECOO 7, JAECOO 5, JAECOO E5, JAECOO 8 · Checked 11 Oct 2026

Safety

Government source

How to check whether your JAECOO is affected by a recall

A recall announced for a model does not mean every car is affected. Only DVSA's checker, the MOT history service or a JAECOO retailer can confirm your individual vehicle.

JAECOO 5, JAECOO E5, JAECOO 7, JAECOO 8 · Checked 8 Oct 2026