To jog your memory, NEDC or New European Driving Cycle was supposed to represent the typical usage of a car in Europe. However, it was repeatedly criticized for delivering economy figures which are unachievable in reality. Unless, apparently, it’s a Jaecoo J5 EV.

Although NEDC has been replaced by the more realistic WLTP or Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicle Test Procedure figure (the Jaecoo J5 EV has a declared WLTP range of 402 to 430 kilometers), Omoda Jaecoo Philippines wanted to prove a point here.

Observed by the Automobile Association of the Philippines (AAP), a lone Jaecoo J5 EV started at Petron Marilao in Bulacan and followed a route through TPLEX continuing north up to La Union before concluding in Subic.

The 539.2-kilometer reading was gathered from what was shown on the trip computer (432.2 kilometers) plus the remaining range (107 kilometers).

According to Omoda Jaecoo Philippines, the test demonstrated the J5 EV’s energy efficiency, stable battery performance, and reliable long-range capability. The results also highlight the vehicle's ability to deliver driving distances beyond its declared range under real-world test conditions.

The Jaecoo J5 EV sports a 204 horsepower (150 kW) electric motor helping it achieve a 7.7-second 0 to 100 km/h time. It also supports DC fast charging where a 30 to 80 percent change can be done in as little as 28 minutes.

The Jaecoo J5 EV will have its official Philippine launch this July 22 at the Glorietta Activity Center  with a retail price of around P 1,399,000. This is inclusive of a 7-year or 200,000-kilometer bumper-to-bumper warranty and an 8-year or 160,000-kilometer battery and electric motor warranty.