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 qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Honda ZR-V, as a petrol model, does not 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. The Honda ZR-V packs more ADAS features with 8 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 5 in 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 that you will not find on 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 7.9 seconds.

The Honda ZR-V responds with a Petrol making 131kW and 240Nm, paired to a cvt driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8 seconds.

The Chery E5 has the clear power advantage at 155kW vs 131kW. In the real-world sprint, the Chery E5 is 0.1s quicker. 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.

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).