Anhui Jianghuai Automobile (JAC MOTORS) is a Chinese state-owned company that manufactures buses and cars. Created in 1999 on the basis of the Jianghuai plant. It produces more than five hundred thousand vehicles a year. These are: loaders, hydraulic carts, trucks, SUVs, buses, dump trucks.
The JAC MOTORS brand is popular in China, one of the ten most sold and exported. The new Jac s5 was developed by Italian designers from PININFARINA, giving the crossover a somewhat sporty look.
The assembly of the Jack c5 in Russia has been going on since 2014 in Cherkessk at the Derways plant. Auto is a great option for family trips. A well-equipped and reliable car, ready to withstand any weather conditions and distances - these are approximately the reviews of the Jac s5. In the photo, Jac s5 2018-2019 looks presentable and pleasing to the eye.
The 2018-2019 Jac s5 car is endowed with a dynamic, elegant and, at the same time, strict look - the embodiment of the best features of auto design. The body structure is 81 percent high-strength steel and has programmable deformation zones. Body type - station wagon.
The front part of the body is decorated with a chrome-plated radiator grille, fog lights with LED filling and a bumper like the Jac s3. The optics are located in the recesses, along with the air ducts.
The body of the car has smooth, smooth lines, which significantly improves its aerodynamic performance. The hood is decorated with stampings, on the sides of the body there is a barely noticeable ribbing. Rear bumper with horizontal reflectors. The bottom of the body is protected by a wide plastic plate.
Dimensions: length - 4,475 mm, height - 1,680 mm, width - 1,840 mm, luggage compartment volume - 505 liters and 1,690 liters with the rear seats folded down, fuel tank capacity - 55 liters.
The wheelbase is 2,645 mm, the track of the front and rear wheels is 1,590 mm each, the ground clearance (ground clearance) is 180 mm, the turning radius is five meters. The total weight of the car is 1,880 kg, and the curb weight is 1,580 kg. The number of seats is five.
Interior
The interior of the 2018-2019 Jac s5 looks bright and pretty, the combination of black and orange trim colors looks attractive. And also used for decoration: plastic, leatherette, fabric, aluminum, leather. The salon is spacious, there are many niches, pockets, shelves for accommodating various things necessary on the road.
Stylish dashboard with two illuminated wells, which house a speedometer and an indicative engine operation gauge. There is air conditioning, parking sensors, audio system with CD and MP3, USB port and bluetooth, AUX and IPOD, cruise control.
Steering wheel adjustable in depth and height, power seats, power windows, AirBag 6. Touch screen. Side and frontal airbags, the availability of the necessary options in sufficient quantities, TBD, ABS, EBA, HDC, TCS, EPS and HAC systems are not forgotten.
Roof rails. The soundproofing of the cabin is excellent. Central factory lock with remote control. Anti-theft system. Review Jac s5 leaves a good impression.
Technical indicators
The Jac s5 2018-2019 technical specifications are not satisfactory. Gasoline engine, volume 1997 cm / cu, transmission - 5 MT, sixteen valves. Power - 136 hp at 5,500 rpm, Nm - 180 at 4,500 rpm.
The maximum speed limit is 180 km / h, in the combined cycle fuel consumption is 7.1 liters per 100 kilometers. Fuel - gasoline 92 Au. The toxicity of exhaust gases does not exceed the EURO 4 standard.
Front suspension - independent MacPherson struts, rear - independent multi-link. Drive - front. The gearbox is five-speed manual. Brakes front and rear - disc. Tires - 225/60 R17.
The video clearly shows the maneuverability of the crossover and the Jac s5 test drive showed excellent results - five stars (52.4 points) according to C-NCAP.
Equipment and prices
Jac Eagle s5 in Russia is offered in 2018 and 2019 in one configuration - Luxury, the price for it is 799,000 rubles. The same version, but with a more powerful turbine engine, costs from 870,000 rubles.
To improve comfort when buying, they offer to purchase additional equipment for a certain surcharge.
The Chinese company considers this compact crossover as the most important car introduced in Russia. Considering such high expectations of the manufacturer, it is worth getting acquainted with the level of technical equipment, price range, design, exterior and interior of the novelty. New photos and videos of the Chinese crossover, the production of which is planned to be launched at the Ukrainian facilities of the Bogdan Corporation, will help in this.
The manufacturer of the Jac C5 not only hopes that the crossover will be sold on the territory of the Russian Federation, the company believes that the new product can become a bestseller. The first car brand JAC (Jianghuai Automobile Co), which will be able to test the Russian buyer will be the JAC J5 sedan.
As for the price of a new crossover, it will average 560,000 rubles. In Ukraine, the basic equipment will be equipped with a 136 hp engine. and will cost the buyer UAH 139,000 (for conversion into rubles, you need to multiply by about 4). Full stuffing in conjunction with a power plant of 176 hp. will cost UAH 164,000, and the average option - UAH 154,000.
In the Russian automotive market, the JAC brand is known only to avid enthusiasts and is not particularly popular with Russian motorists. Nevertheless, in China, cars from this manufacturer are among the most sought after. Some models are exported to the countries of the Middle East, South America, Southeast Asia, Africa, and the Chinese government recommends starting exports to European countries.
JAC S5 appearance photo
The crossover is positioned as an intermediate option between the budget representatives of the Russian auto industry and expensive crossovers of European manufacturers. It is intended primarily for those who are not rich enough to buy cars of European, Korean and Japanese brands. The creators assure that for a reasonable price, the buyer will receive a car with technical equipment comparable to more expensive competitors. It is interesting to check how the manufacturer's words correspond to reality.
The crossover is equipped exclusively with front-wheel drive, and therefore it is difficult to recommend it for off-road travel. Nevertheless, the manufacturer gives indicators of the geometric cross-country ability of the body: the angle of entry is 26 °, the exit angle is 22 °. When fully equipped, the car weighs 1505 kg, and the fuel tank can hold up to 55 liters of gasoline.
As for the geometric dimensions, the length of the body is 4430 mm, the width is 1840 mm, and the height is 1660 mm. The wheelbase is 2645 mm, with a driver in the cabin, the clearance is at least 200 mm, and if the car is fully loaded, it is 180 mm.
The Italian design bureau Pininfarina is probably not familiar with the term plagiarism. There is no other way to explain why the appearance of the Chinese crossover strongly resembles the Korean ix35, at first glance, it seems that the cars are almost identical in design and dimensions. Upon closer inspection, vyshtampovki, lines, details that still distinguish the Chinese crossover become noticeable.
JAC S5 interior photo
Despite suspicions of plagiarism, it is worth noting that the design turned out to be successful, the car looks stylish and modern. The entire front part of the body looks courageous and purposeful, the headlights are placed high enough, the bumper is very large and looks solid. On its surface, the designers placed foglights (in special aerodynamic recesses) and a large air intake. Barely noticeable ribs on the sides of the body and stampings on the hood of the crossover organically complement the complex shape of the front fairing.
In general, the profile of the JAC S5 looks somewhat simpler than that of the Korean crossover, although the ix35 design is not in doubt. The entire bottom of the body, starting from the rear bumper, door panels, sills and ending with the edge of the front bumper, is covered with a wide plastic protection. Already in the basic configuration, the manufacturer completes the car with light-alloy wheels of size 17, tires with a landing diameter of r17 profile 225/60 are used. The spare wheel is the usual dokatka on a steel disk.
The back of the car brings to mind another crossover - the German Audi Q5. Feed is practically copied from a representative of the German car industry. Attention is drawn to the specific shape of the parking lights, a straight line and stamping under them. The bumper is also very similar to the German donor, it is also equipped with horizontal reflectors.
You can download that the Italian design agency used the best features of two fairly popular crossovers, resulting in a completely modern car, called the JAC S5.
The high level of security deserves special mention. According to the results of the C-NCAP crash test, the car earned 5 stars, which allowed the manufacturer to call it perhaps the safest among Chinese cars. Leadership in the issue of safety is achieved thanks to high-strength steel (in the production of a body, its share is over 80%) and computer modeling of deformable zones.
The Chinese crash test C-NCAP casts doubt on its fairness, its results quite often differ from the verdict of the European Euro NCAP. In China, many cars receive 5 stars in C-NCAP results, but this does not always reflect reality. As for the use of high-strength steel, in the body of the Volkswagen Passat B7 its share is about 80%, BMW 1 Series - 70%, Mazda CX-5 - 61% and Mazda 6 - 60%. In addition, eminent manufacturers use lightweight high-strength steel, which reduces the weight of the car. For example, the Hyundai ix35, with parameters almost identical to the JAC S5 crossover, weighs only 1380 kg, while the Chinese car weighs 1505 kg.
As for the interior trim, it leaves a feeling of sportiness and a certain futurism, is, in fact, an alloy of several styles. It is difficult to give a specific definition. The quality of the finish deserves special mention, judging by the photo, everything is done soundly. It seems that the dashboard just soars in the air, and there is simply no center console. The dashboard attracts the eye, 2 deep wells of the tachometer and speedometer stand out on it. The color screen of the on-board computer blends seamlessly into the design of the dashboard.
Armchairs are made in a typical Chinese manner. The seats of the 1st and 2nd rows are quite comfortable, without lateral support. Both the driver and 4 passengers can comfortably accommodate in the cabin, although there is no excess of free space.
Technical characteristics of the car JAC S5
The manufacturer lures the buyer with rich equipment options. Already in the basic configuration, the car is likely to receive 2 trip computer screens (color and digital), a multifunctional steering wheel, the ability to adjust the position of the steering column in height and depth, air conditioning, an intelligent audio system, electrically adjustable and heated mirrors, power windows on all doors, electric system for adjusting the lumbar support of the 1st row seats, 6 airbags, ABS EBD systems.
The maximum version includes artificial leather seats, a color touch screen, a power sunroof, climate control, EBA HDC TCS and HAC systems, and a multimedia system.
The volume of the luggage compartment can be increased to an impressive 1680 liters by folding down the rear seatbacks. The only disadvantage of a flat loading area is only a large loading height.
Russian and Ukrainian buyers will be able to choose between versions with two engine options. The basic version of the car will be equipped with a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder aspirated. The maximum power of such a solution will not exceed 136 hp, which will allow developing a torque of up to 190 Nm at speeds from 3000 to 4500 rpm. At the same time, the maximum speed of the car is 180 km / h, fuel consumption at a speed of 90 / km / h will be 7.1 liters, the manufacturer is silent about consumption at other speeds.
Video test drive JAC S5
In a more expensive version, the company's flagship power plant will be installed - a 176 hp turbocharged engine developing 235 Nm of torque. It will allow the crossover to accelerate to 190 km / h. On the highway, fuel consumption will not exceed 7.7 liters per hundred kilometers.
All versions will be equipped with a 5 gearbox. This can be considered a big minus, because automatic transmissions are becoming increasingly popular in the Russian car market. The disadvantages can also be attributed to the drive only to the front wheels. The manufacturer does not even say that in the future it can change something in this matter. Most competitors in this matter are superior to JAC S5.
The crossover is one of its advantages. At the front, the designers used McPherson struts, and at the rear, a multi-link design. In this matter, almost all automakers use the same approach. All wheels use a disc brake system. ABS and EBD systems are used. So far, the steering wheel is equipped with a hydraulic booster, but in the future, the automaker does not exclude the possibility of using an electric booster.
For the Ukrainian and Russian markets, the car will be produced using the facilities of the Ukrainian automaker Bogdan. It was expected that serial production would be launched at the beginning of last winter. The first sales of the JAC S5 crossover were scheduled for the middle of this year.
We continue our acquaintance with Chinese cars, and next in line is the front-wheel drive JAC S5 class K1 crossover, which lit up in 2012 in one of the Guangzhou car dealerships. The first "swallows" of the Chinese manufacturer JAC were made in tandem with the South Korean auto giant Hyundai. Later this cooperation was suspended. However, craftsmen from the Celestial Empire are still ripping off all the successful decisions from their neighbor. The entire range of Jack.
Exterior
The appearance of the car looks very aggressive. Due to the high bumper and considerable grille, the car looks like a rather cocky and intriguing car. This crossover looks a bit like a predatory beast. This car has a streamlined shape, which indicates good aerodynamic performance of the crossover. A lot of work has been done on the exterior of the Jack C5, and the new car looks even more beautiful than its predecessor.
Initially, this can be attributed to the optical headlights, which have become a little larger and look more expressive, and the fog lights do not seem like an odd addition. Optics makes the road well lit, but at the same time does not blind oncoming cars. They are located in small wells, into which air ducts are also inserted, designed to cool the brake discs.
This also applies to the central air intake, which is located almost on the entire front of the car. The intricate lines on the front fairing are continued in the stampings on the hood and the ribs that are hardly visible to the eye, located on the side of the body surface. The front of the JAC contains elements of an off-road vehicle that looks brutal and sophisticated enough to stand out in the traffic.
Also, many will like that passengers who sit in the second row will no longer experience discomfort, since the roof no longer has the previous shape, and it is not littered with much, which will provide enough free space, especially for the head. It is also worth highlighting discs with a diameter of 17 inches, which look very stylish and which are “shoeed” in low-profile tires, the width of which is 2,100 mm. However, the spare wheel is installed simple - a stowage on a steel disk.
If we evaluate the stern, then there will be contradictory points. The stern, by the way, is very similar to the German car Audi Q5. It is worth turning your attention to the interesting shape of the marker lamps, a straight line and their stamping located below. However, the rear bumper itself, which also has horizontal reflectors, is made almost exactly the same as that of the German brand.
Approximately in this way, the efforts of design masters, who are recognized by the whole world, turned out to be the appearance of a modern car, which was called the Jack C5. On the side, the Chinese looks pretty good like the Hyundai ix35, but it looks much simpler than the Korean crossover. The bottom of the body, from the edge of the bumper installed in front, the threshold, door panels and up to the rear bumper, is covered by a plastic protection, which is quite wide.
Interior
In general, if you look at the photographs, then everything is done in a fairly high-quality style. Paying attention to the dashboard, you get the feeling that it is "hanging" in the air. The steering wheel was installed quite ordinary and unremarkable, but the instrument panel looks very stylish and has two deep wells, which are highlighted in a pleasant blue color for the eyes. They fit the speedometer and engine speed sensors.
All this was supplemented by a color screen of the on-board computer. Do not forget that the development of the JAC S5 interior was carried out by Italian specialists, which, as you know, everyone can do. Among the finishing materials used, leather, leatherette, fabric trim, the presence of aluminum, polished plastic can be distinguished.
It should be said right away that the unpleasant smell, which everyone avoids, is completely absent and it is quite pleasant to touch it. The audio system settings buttons are conveniently located, for example, the volume setting was brought to the video. Moreover, in order to start the power unit, there is no need to constantly search for the ignition switch, because the engine is started by pressing a button.
Let's move on to the seats of the 1st and 2nd rows, it is worth noting that it is quite comfortable to sit on them, in general, they are made according to the standard scheme for cars made in China - they are flat in shape and lack lateral support. The driver's seat has an electric adjustment drive. Although the free space is not a wagon, but for a comfortable ride, it is quite enough.
The standard equipment also includes a steering wheel with a braided leather rim, the ability to adjust the steering wheel in height and depth, electrically adjustable lumbar support for the seats installed in front, the presence of an air conditioner, an improved audio system that supports CD, MP3, USB, AUX, iPod, bluetooth, power windows for all doors and 6 airbags.
Located in the middle of the display, it has a touch input function, without which it seems already today it is simply impossible to do. When purchasing the Jack in the maximum modification, there will be an electric drive for the back smoothing device, control keys will be installed on the steering wheel. In addition, many airbags will be introduced.
The luggage compartment has about 500 liters of free space, but that's not all, if necessary, you can increase the free space if you fold the individual rear seatbacks, while getting about 1,680 liters. It is interesting that the cargo area will come out this way, which will be flat, but with a considerable loading height. Generally speaking, the interior of the car has nothing superfluous, but nothing missing.
Suggestions for comfort:
- Adjustable steering column;
- ZF electric power steering;
- The presence of a multi-wheel;
- Steering wheel trim in leather;
- The presence of an air conditioner;
- All doors have power windows;
- External rear-view mirrors are electrically operated and heated;
- Additional lighting of the luggage compartment;
- Chair adjustment in six directions;
- Radio receiver with USB support;
- 6 columns;
- Glasses of athermal assembly;
- Rear parking sensors;
- Armrest located in the center;
- Cup holder for the driver and the passenger sitting next to him;
- The presence of an ashtray and a cigarette lighter;
- Auxiliary illumination of an interior and doors.
Specifications
power unit
The standard powertrain for the Jac C5 is a 2.0-liter DOHC 2.0-liter petrol four-cylinder engine that produces 136 horsepower. It helps the car reach a top speed of 180 km/h. Manufacturers claim fuel consumption at the level of 7.1 liters only at a speed of 90 km / h. The car overcomes the first hundred in 8.7 seconds. The second comes with a turbine, the same 2-liter volume that is capable of accelerating power to 176 horsepower.
It allows you to reach the limit mark of 190 km / h and fuel consumption will be 7.7 liters. Their work is synchronized with a single 5-speed manual gearbox. All versions of JAC S5 vehicles will have ABS and EBD. A hydraulic power steering was also installed, so there will be no need to spend a lot of effort turning the steering wheel. An electric power steering can be ordered as an option.
Dimensions
The JAC S5 is 4,430 mm long, 1,840 mm wide and 1,660 mm high. Wheel base 2 645 mm. If the driver is inside the car, then the ground clearance is at least 200 mm, if the whole car is loaded, this figure will decrease by only 20 mm, which in the end is 180 mm. The clearance is really very good. With it, you can not be afraid to ride on our roads.
Options and prices
This crossover is offered in the Russian Federation in only one modification - "Luxury". The model with a two-liter atmospheric type power unit received equipment: 2 airbags, ABS and brake force distribution system, climate control support, navigation and audio systems, wheel pressure sensors. They ask for it from 799,000 rubles. For a more powerful version with the same engine, but already turbocharged, they ask from 869,000 rubles. Its equipment, among other things, included a driver assistance system for ascents and descents, ESP and leather interior trim.
It is noteworthy that even in the standard configuration two screens will be installed, the first of them is graphic and color, and the second is digital. One of the displays will serve to track your route. The top-end equipment will boast a high-quality sound system, a memory function for the seats, and the driver's and passenger's seats with lumbar support, which is very convenient for those who spend a lot of time on the road. Six AirBags will also be present. The car also has a sunroof.
Summing up
In the end, I would like to say that you should not expect anything beyond the possible from such a Chinese model. After all, an average power unit is installed here, the only (which is good) manual gearbox, only front-wheel drive. However, despite all this, the car has a pretty good exterior, an interesting and original interior with two screens, one of which supports touch input.
The car has enough free space, which can be said about the luggage compartment, so you can safely go for walks with your whole family. A good ground clearance will give you the opportunity to feel confident and give you an advantage over competitors. It is worth noting the acceptable pricing policy of the company, which a citizen of the Russian Federation can afford.
JAC S5 photo
The Chinese automobile company Jianghuai Automobile Co Ltd, or JAC for short, returns to the Russian market with two models - and a crossover Jac S5 2017-2018 (photo, price). The latter will be discussed below.
The first JAC passenger cars in China were produced on the basis of licensed Hyundai models. Then the cooperation between the two manufacturers was suspended, but the Chinese did not hesitate to copy the decisions of their South Korean neighbors even without licenses.
Options and prices JAC S5 2020
So, in the JAC S5 SUV (characteristics), features are clearly visible, although the bumpers and lighting equipment of the car are original. The overall length of the car is 4,475 mm (the size of the wheelbase is 2,645), the width is 1,840, the height is 1,680, the ground clearance (clearance) is 180 millimeters, and the trunk volume varies from 505 to 1,680 liters.
Thus, both in size and price, the S5 is a competitor to another Chinese crossover that has recently appeared in Russia - exploiting the design of the Bavarian BMW X1.
But if the latter took only the exterior design from the source, then the 2016-2017 Jack S5 also copies the ix35 interior - the center console of both cars looks almost identical. True, if you ignore the moral side of the issue, then for buyers of the "Chinese" this is rather a plus.
The base engine for the SUV is a two-liter petrol "four" with a capacity of 136 hp. (150 Nm), and it is paired with a turbocharged version of the same engine, which already produces 176 forces and 235 Nm of torque at the peak. The drive for both modifications is only front, and the box is a five- and six-speed mechanics.
The price of the new Jack S5 2020 in Russia is 799,000 rubles for a car with a more modest engine. But this is immediately a Luxury package with two airbags, ABS, ESP, foglights, an on-board computer, air conditioning, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift lever, an audio system with MP3 and navigation. The top version with a turbocharged engine is estimated at 825,000 rubles.
The Chinese auto industry has been producing cars of various classes for several years now. Not so long ago, the Chinese crossover JAC S5 also reached Russia. Manufacturers expect good sales results from it and consider this machine very promising for promotion in the market: perhaps not in vain. JAC cars are not very well known in Russia, but they have already begun to be sold in the country, but in the homeland of the car and in European countries, it has gained some popularity.
What is JAC S5?
First of all, this is a small, comfortable crossover that occupies a middle position in the price range for cars. This car is ideal for those who want to get a car for little money, the equipment of which can compete with cars of a more expensive price level. At the same time, the Chinese counterpart will be of quite tolerable quality. The fact is that when buying a car of a well-promoted brand, you pay several thousand dollars primarily for the name. And here the brand is not yet too well known, which means that at first it will be a little cheaper.
This crossover fits perfectly into the lineup of modern cars and has similar shapes. Outwardly, it is somewhat similar to the Hyundai ix35.
The external forms of this car are similar to the German Audi and BMW. He looks pretty powerful. The body has a streamlined shape, which indicates good aerodynamics of the car. The front bumper is made quite massive and resembles a grin, which shows the grille. It is also large and massive, but does not protrude beyond the bumper. The bumper does not have sharp ends, but merges with the lines of the body and the rear bumper. It seems that the car is a cast barrel, from which everything superfluous is cut off.
The optics on the car looks aggressive and stylish, it should be noted that it gives good light, does not mow to the side, but does not blind oncoming drivers either. The car illuminates the road well and does not interfere with others. At the rear, the crossover looks like a cross between a Hyundai crossover and an Audi SUV. In general, it is a pleasant-looking, stylish car that creates a double impression: on the one hand, it gives the impression of a powerful crossover, ready for off-road adventures, on the other, it has the features of a sports car: probably due to the streamlined body shapes and small side windows. behind.
The wheels of the car are large and look quite proportional. The JAC S5 is fitted with alloy wheels from the factory. On the spare wheel is the usual dokatka, apparently in order to save money.
Dimensions
Crossover Jack c5 is not the biggest car. Its length is 4475 mm, width is 1840 mm, and height is 1680 mm. The ground clearance of this car is not bad and is equal to 210 mm, which is quite enough to climb the curb or go through easy off-road. The wheelbase has a size of 2645 mm, which is similar to larger SUVs from more famous automakers.
Body features and photo JAC S5
The body structure of this car is interesting in that it has a programmable deformation zone. This means that the car will be as safe as possible in an accident. The machine consists of 80% strong steel, which makes it quite rigid. It is worth noting that this is the most durable of all Chinese cars ever presented on the global automotive market. A test conducted with the participation of the Chinese crossover Jak c5 showed that the car is able to reliably protect passengers, and the car received five stars in this test.
Interior design
The interior of this car is quite simple: nothing superfluous, but nothing missing either. There is a control console with a liquid crystal screen, a dashboard, small, but without bright, eye-catching colors, convenient controls that are always at hand. The steering wheel is practically not striking, but the interior of the car is spacious; it uses different materials, but externally the interior looks good. It is very spacious, so the car will be comfortable for both the driver and passengers. It is quite difficult to accurately determine the style in which the Chinese SUV was created, because its interior is rather a successful mixture of expensive executive and sports cars.
Inside the machine has convex shapes that expand its volume. The salon is made quite qualitatively - no worse than that of European cars. The car is equipped with comfortable seats and can accommodate five people.
Behind is a traditional large sofa that can be folded if necessary. However, it is unlikely to arise, given that the trunk volume is 505 liters. And with the rear seat folded down, it almost doubles. This car is perfect for both family shopping trips and outdoor trips. Everything that you decide to take with you will fit in the trunk of a crossover without any problems.
Options
The package of this car will include a computer with multiple screens. It is planned that there will be two. One will be graphic and color, and the second will be digital. On one of the screens you can track your route. The steering wheel can not only be adjusted in height and depth, as in most modern cars. It has buttons to control other functions. The most important and frequently used of them are displayed on the steering wheel. The steering wheel will be wrapped in leather.
The finished package will include a high-quality sound system, the seats remember the position, and the front ones have lumbar support, which is very convenient, especially if you have to spend a lot of time behind the wheel. Crossover mirrors are electrically adjustable and heated, so they will not fog up, and in the rain there will be excellent visibility. Naturally, the car is equipped with window lifts, ABS EBD and airbags. Six of them are planned in the most expensive configuration.
The car seats are made of artificial leather in two colors, they look harmonious and stylish, moreover, they do not wear out as quickly as natural ones. The car has climate control and a sunroof. Depending on the configuration, there may be other options, the availability of which can be clarified and ordered when buying a car.
Engine and other technical specifications JAC S5
In Russia, this crossover can be found in two trim levels. Both cars have a gasoline engine, but it has a different power. One engine is atmospheric, it has 4 cylinders and a volume of 2 liters. Its power is 136 hp. A car with this engine can accelerate to 18-0 km / h, and fuel consumption is only 7 liters per hundred kilometers, which is quite low for this class of cars. Up to a hundred kilometers, the car accelerates in about 13 seconds.
Thanks to the manual gearbox, the JAC S5 system can accelerate quickly in the first seconds and then pick up speed smoothly. However, if you do not strain the engine on purpose, it accelerates a little hard, there is a slight degree of thoughtfulness.
The other engine is also gasoline, but it is turbocharged, so its power will be 176 hp. with the same volume of two liters. The fuel consumption of such an engine will be about 8 liters per hundred kilometers, and the maximum speed that the car can develop will be about 190 km / h.
The gearbox in both trim levels is mechanical and has five steps.
It is worth noting that the car has only front-wheel drive. The rear axle is not connected, and the crossover cannot be used as an all-wheel drive SUV. Perhaps this is its only significant drawback.
But the suspension of the car can please the most demanding buyer. McPherson struts are installed on the front of the car, and there is a multi-link design at the rear. Both vehicle configurations will receive the same suspension, so it will not be possible to select it.
The JAC S5 brake system is also pleasing: it is disc on both axles. Also, both versions will receive ABS and EBD. You do not have to spend a lot of effort turning the steering wheel, since both versions of the car will have a power steering, at the request of the client, you can install an electric power steering.
Test drive JAC S5 (+ video)
A test drive of the JAC s5 shows that this car is quite soft and supple to drive. It was created rather for the city, as it is able to quickly accelerate, and has excellent brakes that can stop one and a half tons rushing at speed. The car easily rebuilds from row to row and climbs curbs. You should not drive it on serious off-road, but it will cope with a wet road, medium dirt and earth without problems.
The car is not afraid of deep puddles, often found on Russian city roads. There will be no difficulties with control in such a situation, especially since the car will not stall, having overcome such an obstacle with dignity. It is equally good in both rainy and snowy weather, it feels good on the track, especially considering the speed characteristics of this crossover.
JAC S5 prices and comparison with other cars
Only the “Luxury” package is available to Russian buyers. This car is equipped with an engine, the volume of which is 2 liters, and the power is 136 horsepower. The kit includes two airbags located in front. The car has an ABS system and a brake force distribution system, there is climate control, a standard, but quite functional and powerful sound system, a navigator is already installed in the car from the factory, there are tire pressure sensors and other interesting options.
You can buy this car for 800,000 rubles, other equipment can be delivered to Russia on order. The engine on it has a power of 177 hp. Additional airbags and a system that helps the driver when going uphill and downhill are installed. Added ESP, and the interior of this more expensive configuration is covered in leather. The price of such a car will reach 870,000 rubles.
It is worth noting that in the same price segment there are such cars as Renault Duster, the simplest equipment of which will cost about 400 thousand rubles, Chery Indis, another Chinese-made car, for which they ask for about 400 thousand rubles or more, Chevrolet Niva, price which is from 500 thousand rubles, the Chinese competitor Lifan X60 also gets here, the cost of which is in the same range as the JAC S5. Of the Russian cars, the Chinese can compete with UAZ Hunter, Nissan Juke, the price of which starts from 600 thousand rubles, and Mitsubishi ASX, the price of which starts from 700 thousand.
