Aiways U5: Reviews, Price and Is It Worth Buying in 2026

The Aiways U5 is a compact electric crossover from China that reached Western Europe back in 2020 and was one of the first mass-market Chinese electric cars. It is a simple, spacious and pragmatic vehicle whose main trump card is plenty of space and a competitive price for a genuinely usable everyday range.

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Aiways U5 in brief: what you need to know

The Aiways U5 is built on the manufacturer's own MAS (Modular Aiways Skateboard) electric platform. It is a single-generation model with a front motor (FWD), a 63 kWh battery and a CCS connector for DC charging. The body is fairly large for a compact crossover, so the cabin and boot are among the more spacious in its size class.

Important to know: the Aiways U5 is rare in Lithuania — supply is small (a handful of examples on used-car listing portals), so when choosing one it is especially important to check the specific car's history and battery condition.

Reasons to buy the Aiways U5

1. Spacious cabin and a large boot

The Aiways U5 is one of the more spacious cars in its size class. A long wheelbase (2,800 mm) provides plenty of room for rear passengers, while the boot (about 432 l, up to ~1,555 l with the rear seats folded) easily swallows everyday family items. From a practicality standpoint, this is one of the model's strongest arguments.

2. Sufficient range for everyday use

With its 63 kWh battery (usable capacity around 60 kWh), the U5 realistically covers roughly 270–360 km depending on weather and driving style. For everyday city and suburban driving this is more than enough — especially if you can charge the car at home or at work.

3. Smooth and quiet driving

The 150 kW (about 204 HP) front motor with 310 Nm of torque delivers even acceleration (0–100 km/h in about 7.5 s) and quiet, calm city driving. This is not a sporty character but a comfortable, cosy everyday car — which is exactly what most people are looking for in an electric crossover.

4. Competitive price in the segment

The Aiways U5 is often cheaper than similarly sized European electric crossovers, because Aiways positioned itself as an affordable alternative. On the used market this can mean more space and equipment for less money — of course, in exchange for lower brand recognition.

5. Simple, without excessive complexity

The U5 concept is a simple, straightforward electric car without excessive technological complexity. For many buyers this is an advantage: fewer features that can break and clearer everyday use.

Reasons not to buy the Aiways U5

1. Modest fast-charging speed

The maximum DC charging speed is about 90 kW, and charging from 20 to 80% usually takes roughly 35 minutes. For everyday use this is enough, but for frequent long motorway journeys it is less convenient than newer models that reach 120–150 kW and more.

2. A rare brand, limited service and parts network

Aiways has stepped back from active expansion, so brand representation, service access and original parts supply in Europe (and Lithuania) are limited. This is the most important practical nuance: before buying, make sure you will have somewhere to maintain the car and can obtain the parts you need.

3. Real-world range lower than the official figure

The WLTP figure (about 400 km) is a laboratory value. In real use, especially during the cold season, range drops — you can expect roughly 270–360 km, and in severe cold even less. Different sources give differing numbers (some LT sellers mention a lower range), so treat the official WLTP as a guideline, not a guarantee.

4. Low supply in Lithuania

In Lithuania the Aiways U5 is rare — used-car listing portals carry only a handful of examples. This means a smaller choice, harder price comparison and a longer search if you want a specific trim or model year.

5. Lower brand recognition and resale value

Because the brand is niche and little known in Lithuania, selling the U5 in the future may be more difficult and demand narrower. This is worth weighing if you do not plan to keep the car for long.

Aiways U5 reliability

The Aiways U5's underlying construction is simple: a front-wheel-drive electric car with one battery and one motor, without excessive complexity. This can be an advantage from a reliability standpoint.

That said, it is important to be honest: this is a relatively rare and niche model, so comprehensive long-term reliability statistics or an extensive list of common faults have not yet accumulated. There are few examples in Lithuania, and the brand's service network is limited. The practical recommendation is not to rely on specifications alone, but to carefully inspect each specific car before buying: battery condition (SOH), history, charging behaviour and overall technical state.

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Aiways U5 versions and range

The Aiways U5 was offered mostly with the same 63 kWh battery, with trims differing in equipment rather than battery size. The exact specification and equipment differences between versions (e.g. Standard and Premium) depend on the market and year, so when choosing it is worth looking at the specific car's trim rather than relying on the general name.

Verdict: since battery capacity is similar across all main versions, what matters most when choosing is not so much the version as the condition of the specific car, its battery health and its trim. A reliable history and a healthy battery matter more here than the name on the tailgate.

How much does an Aiways U5 cost?

The Aiways U5 is a niche model, so the exact price depends heavily on the year, mileage, battery condition and specific trim. In the segment overall it is positioned as an affordable alternative — often cheaper than similarly sized European electric crossovers.

Because supply in Lithuania is small and each example is unique, the most accurate price assessment is best obtained for a specific car. We will help you compare offers and assess whether the price matches the condition.

What owners say

A summary of owner and reviewer opinion (the widely held consensus, not isolated reviews):

• Space and practicality — the spacious cabin and large boot are most often praised; for many this is the main reason to choose the U5.
• Value for money — owners stress that you get a fair amount of space and equipment for the price compared with more expensive competitors.
• Everyday comfort — the quiet, calm city driving and sufficient everyday range are appreciated.
• Charging and range — the most common complaints relate to the modest fast-charging speed and a real-world range lower than the official WLTP, especially in the cold.
• Brand and service — limited brand representation and parts availability are mentioned as the most important practical nuance.

Who is the Aiways U5 for?

An ideal choice if:

• You are looking for a spacious, practical compact electric car at a competitive price.
• You drive mostly in the city and suburbs and charge at home or at work.
• You value a simple, easy-to-understand car without excessive complexity.
• You need a large boot and space for rear passengers.

Not suitable if:

• You frequently make long motorway journeys and want fast DC charging above 120 kW.
• You want a wide service and original parts network in every city.
• You are choosing a car with strong resale value and a widely known brand.
• You have no patience to search — LT supply is small and rare.

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Verdict: is the Aiways U5 worth buying?

YES, worth buying if:

• You are looking for a spacious, practical electric car at a competitive price.
• You drive mostly in the city and suburbs and charge at home or at work.
• You value a simple car with a large boot.
• You are ready to check the condition and history of the specific example.

NO, not worth buying if:

• You frequently travel long motorway routes and want fast DC charging.
• You need a wide service and original parts network.
• Strong resale value and a widely known brand matter to you.
• You want a large choice and a quick search in the local market.

Our verdict: the Aiways U5 is an interesting, pragmatic offering for those who care most about space, simplicity and price rather than maximum fast charging or brand prestige. Since the model is rare and service access is limited, the best buy is a carefully inspected example with a clean history and a healthy battery. WHEELSTREET will help find, inspect and bring in the right electric car with a check, and where needed will suggest newer alternatives — including new cars directly from the manufacturer.