What is the Aiways U5?
The U5 is an all-electric family SUV from Chinese carmaker Aiways. It was the brand’s first model and its introduction to the European market. Its upright shape and roomy cabin give it the practical feel of a family car.
The U5 uses Aiways’ More Adaptable Structure platform, which combines steel and aluminium in its body construction. Its first generation, code MAS, ran from 2020 to 2024. EU registrations are recorded from 2020 to 2025.
Generations, engines and power
The U5 has one listed generation: the first generation, code MAS, from 2020 to 2024. It was offered only with electric power in the EU, at outputs from 55 kW (75 PS) to 150 kW (204 PS). The 60 kW (82 PS) versions were among the most registered early variants, while the 150 kW (204 PS) version led later registrations.
An electric motor drives the U5 using energy stored in its battery. There are no petrol or diesel versions in the EU range.
How economical is the Aiways U5?
The U5 is electric, so it has no fuel consumption figure in litres per 100 kilometres or tailpipe CO₂ emissions. No official energy-consumption rating is included here.
Where was the Aiways U5 sold?
In official European Economic Area registration figures, the U5 recorded 6,046 registrations from 2020 to 2025 across 11 versions. The electric 150 kW (204 PS) version recorded 1,956 registrations from 2022 to 2024. The electric 60 kW (82 PS) version recorded 1,337 in 2021 and 608 in 2020.
Aiways introduced the U5 to the European market in 2020, bringing its first model to buyers in the region.
Questions and answers
Is the Aiways U5 fully electric?
Yes. The EU versions use electric power only.
What power outputs were available?
The listed EU range runs from 55 kW (75 PS) to 150 kW (204 PS).
When was the first-generation U5 sold?
The first generation, code MAS, ran from 2020 to 2024. EU registrations are recorded through 2025.
Does the U5 have a fuel-consumption figure?
No. The U5 is electric, so it has no fuel consumption in litres per 100 kilometres or tailpipe CO₂ emissions.