Jaecoo J5 EV to join Auto Focus test drive event at SM MOA

Omoda & Jaecoo Auto Focus Test Drive Festival
Photo: Omoda & Jaecoo

Omoda & Jaecoo (O&J) Philippines is all set to participate in the upcoming 2026 Auto Focus Pre-Christmas Test Drive Festival, which will run from November 12 to 15 at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds.

Leading the O&J models that will be available for test drives is the Jaecoo J5 electric vehicle (EV). The Chinese car brand shared that the Jeacoo J5 EV has established a strong market presence across Southeast Asia. In Thailand, the J5 EV managed to be the best-selling EV for six consecutive months, while in Indonesia, it emerged as the best-selling EV in the first half of 2026, recording 16,990 units sold.

Locally, the Jaecoo J5 EV has shown its capability when it comes to delivering notable driving range. With the supervision of the Automobile Association Philippines (AAP), the Jaecoo J5 EV achieved an estimated total range of 539.2 kilometers on a single charge, exceeding its declared 461-kilometer NEDC range by 78.2 kilometers, or approximately 17 percent, according to O&J. 

Jaecoo J5 EV_1
Photo: Omoda & Jaecoo

The route began at Petron Marilao in Bulacan before heading north via the Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX). From there, it headed to La Union before making its way south to Subic, where the drive concluded. 

The Jaecoo J5 EV is equipped with a 58.9 kWh battery, and it could generate a power output of 208 horsepower. 288 Nm of torque. O&J PH claims the J5 EV can go from zero to 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds.

Aside from the J5 EV, O&J will also be bringing the following vehicles for test drives: J7 plug-in hybrid (PHEV), EJ6, and J5 hybrid (HEV). 

Adding more value to the Auto Focus Test Drive Festival experience, O&J PH said that it is offering exclusive discounts and ownership benefits to customers who purchase or reserve their preferred models during the event. Customers can enjoy P20,000 off the J5 EV and P10,000 off the EJ6 and J5 HEV, along with P5,000 worth of gift certificates for reservations.

The 2026 Auto Focus Pre-Christmas Test Drive Festival will be held from November 12 to 15, 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds.

Jaecoo J5 EV_2
Photo: Omoda & Jaecoo

Autocar’s Take

The Auto Focus Test Drive Festival is back, giving potential car buyers a venue to gain easy access to different cars for test drives. Omoda & Jaecoo is among the participating car brands in the said test drive event, which is a perfect opportunity for the brand to showcase and highlight its model lineup, which includes vehicles such as the J5 EV. By participating in the test drive event, O&J can also connect with the local market more effectively, as its sales representatives can explain the standout features of their cars.

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Martin Aguilar

Martin Aguilar

Martin is a BA Literature graduate from the University of the Philippines Diliman. Aside from his interest in cars, Martin enjoys reading crime novels while drinking black coffee. With over a decade of experience writing about cars, he has explored different sides of the automotive industry. He even gave car review video hosting a try, going by the nickname Kambyo Boy Next Door.