Chery E5 vs Honda ZR-V

The Chery E5 starts from $35,150 before on-road costs, while the Honda ZR-V opens at $34,300. That makes the Honda ZR-V the more affordable entry point by $850.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. Estimated driveaway prices sit around $37,990 for the Chery E5 and $39,900 for the Honda ZR-V.

The Chery E5 currently qualifies for the electric-vehicle FBT exemption, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Honda ZR-V does not: only battery-electric vehicles qualify.

The Chery E5 holds a 5-star ANCAP rating vs 4 stars for the Honda ZR-V. Adult occupant protection scored 87% for the Chery E5 and 79% for the Honda ZR-V.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 8 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Honda ZR-V, against 5 on the Chery E5.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Chery E5 and 7 in the Honda ZR-V.

How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Chery E5 features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Honda ZR-V gets a 9-inch display and 10.2-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Chery E5 stands out with heated front seats and Sony audio — features our data doesn't list for the Honda ZR-V. The Honda ZR-V counters with wireless charging and ambient lighting. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Chery E5 gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Honda ZR-V offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the Chery E5 and 1-zone in the Honda ZR-V.

The Chery E5 uses a Electric producing 155kW and 288Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 7.6 seconds.

The Honda ZR-V responds with a Petrol making 131kW and 240Nm, paired to a cvt driving the front wheels.

The Chery E5 has the clear power advantage at 155kW vs 131kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Chery E5 measures 4,424mm long on a 2,610mm wheelbase, 144mm shorter than the Honda ZR-V at 4,568mm (2,655mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Honda ZR-V generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 300L in the Chery E5 and 380L in the Honda ZR-V, giving the Honda ZR-V a 80L advantage. Fold the rears and you get 1079L vs 1302L.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (Chery E5) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Honda ZR-V). The Chery E5 has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: —5yr (Honda ZR-V).