Chery E5 Ultimate specs and price
Available 2024 - CurrentFBT exempt
The Chery E5 Ultimate is a front-drive small SUV priced from $40,990 RRP, with a 61.1kWh LFP battery and 430km of WLTP range (an estimated 404km in mixed real-world driving).
Price$40,990RRP before on-road costs
- 430 km
- Range (WLTP)
- 61.1 kWh
- Battery
- 80 kW
- DC Fast Charge
- 7.6 s
- 0–100 km/h
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Key Specs
- Price: The Chery E5 Ultimate costs $40,990 RRP before on-road costs in Australia.
- Range: 430km WLTP, or an estimated 404km in mixed real-world driving.
- Battery: 61.1kWh LFP (60.5kWh usable).
- Charging: Up to 80kW DC (10-80% in 39 minutes) and 9.9kW AC (0-100% in 6 hrs 54 mins).
- 0-100 km/h: 7.6 seconds.
- Ground clearance: 145mm.
- Towing: 750kg unbraked.
- Weight: 1,776kg kerb weight.
- Boot space: 480L, or 1,456L with the seats folded.
- V2L / V2H / V2G: Supports V2L at 3.3kW; V2H no; V2G no.
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About the E5
The Chery E5 Ultimate is the top-tier version of the E5 sedan, building upon the Urban model with additional features, enhanced comfort, and potentially a longer range. It is aimed at buyers who want a more premium experience and greater capability from their affordable electric vehicle.
Battery and Charging
How EV charging works| Battery size (capacity) | 61.1 kWh |
|---|---|
| Battery size (useable) | 60.5 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP |
| Charge port type (AC / DC) | Type 2 / CCS |
| Charge port location | Left Side - Front |
| Charge power (max) – AC | 9.9 kW |
| Charge time (0-100%) – AC | 6 hrs 54 mins |
| Fast charge power (max) – DC | 80 kW |
| Fast charge power (avg) – DC | 65 kW |
| Fast charge time (10-80%) – DC | 39 minutes |
Cost to fully charge at home: about $20 (60.5kWh at 33c/kWh, estimated)
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Bidirectional Charging (V2X)
| Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) | No |
|---|---|
| Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) | No |
| Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) | Yes |
| Max Power Output (V2L) | 3.3 kW |
Range and Efficiency
| Test | Range | Consumption |
|---|---|---|
| WLTP (Combined) | 430 km | 141 Wh/km |
| Real-world (Combined)* | 404 km | 150 Wh/km |
| Real-world (City)* | 442 km | 137 Wh/km |
| Real-world (Highway)* | 335 km | 181 Wh/km |
Running cost: about $4.95 per 100km charging at home (estimated combined consumption at 33c/kWh)
*Estimated
A full charge costs about $20 on a standard tariff. Compare EV plans to cut it.
Performance
7.6 s
Acceleration (0-100 km/hr)
180 km/h
Top speed
150 kW
Power
340 Nm
Torque
Front
Drive type
BEV
Fuel
Body and Chassis
| Seats | 5 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 4424mm x 1830mm x 1588mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 145 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1,776 kg |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Turning Circle | 10.6 m |
|---|---|
| Boot Capacity (std/max) | 480 L / 1,456 L |
| Towing capacity (unbraked/braked) | 750 kg / – |
| EV Dedicated Platform | No |
| Segment | Small SUV |
Compare E5 variants
| Variant | Price | Range (WLTP) | Battery | 0–100 km/h | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Urban | $36,990 | 430 km | 61.1 kWh | 7.6 s | Front |
| UltimateThis page | $40,990 | 430 km | 61.1 kWh | 7.6 s | Front |
Warranty and Servicing
Car warranty
7 years / Unlimited km
Battery warranty
8 years / 160,000 km
Regular service intervals
12 months / 20,000 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
$40,990 RRP before on-road costs.
An estimated 404km in mixed real-world driving, against 430km on the WLTP test.
About 6 hrs 54 mins from empty on a 9.9kW home wallbox, or about 39 minutes from 10-80% on a DC fast charger.
About $20 for a full charge at home at 33c/kWh (60.5kWh battery, estimated). Charging cost calculator
Yes. At $40,990 it is under the $91,387 LCT threshold for fuel-efficient cars, so it qualifies for the FBT exemption on a novated lease. See your weekly cost
The Chery E5 Urban is priced at $36,990, $4,000 less. Both share the same 430km WLTP range, 61.1kWh battery, 7.6s 0-100 time, so the difference is in equipment and features. Compare all E5 variants
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