The Chery Omoda 5 () is a compact crossover SUV produced by Chery since 2022. The Omoda 5 is the first product of the Omoda product series, one of Chery's product line alongside the Tiggo series. The Omoda line will be joined by three future models, namely Omoda 3, Omoda 7 and Omoda 9. In several markets, the model is marketed as the Omoda C5 or simply Omoda 5, under the separate Omoda marque which is positioned more upmarket than the Chery brand.
According to Chery, the letter "O" from Omoda represents "brand new", while "Moda" means a fashion trend. In some Western markets, the "O" was described as derived from the word "oxygen", while "Moda" means "modern".
Overview
The Omoda 5 was unveiled during the Auto Guangzhou 2021 in November. Production started in February 2022, with scheduled launch on various overseas markets. It went on sale in China in the second quarter of 2022.
During its development, the Omoda 5 was known under the codename "X-C". It is the first crossover SUV model of the "Chery 4.0" products that features Chery's newly developed "Art in Motion" design language. The front end consists of a "diamond matrix" front grille. The rear section consists of a slanted rear roofline similar to fastbacks and a double-layered spoiler. Chery claimed that the vehicle is designed with "golden ratio of Pythagoras", with the height-width ratio of Omoda equal to 0.8677.
As a global model, the vehicle is simultaneously developed in left- and right-hand drive formats. Chery claimed that it has been tested around Australia, with major loop tests in the central, eastern and southern regions of Australia, for a total route of nearly .
The interior of the Omoda 5 is equipped with two integrated 10.25-inch high-definition digital screens that offer control of driving, climate and entertainment settings. Vehicles destined for export markets are equipped with a different interior design, from the dashboard, central console, and door trims, which was styled by Chery's Lead Designer Richard Koo.
With the rear seats in the upright position, the luggage capacity is rated at 378 litres, and 1,075 litres with the rear seats folded.
Powertrain
The Omoda 5 was launched in China with a SQRF4J16 1.6-litre ACTECO TGDI (turbocharged engine with direct fuel injection) engine (marketed as "Kunpeng Power" in China). The engine is rated at and of torque, which is badged as the "290T". The 290T model is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. Another option is the SQRE4T15C 1.5-litre turbocharged engine badged as "230T", which is rated at , depending on the market, with of torque, and mated to a continuously variable transmission (CVT).
For some markets such as Russia, the model is available with optional all-wheel drive that uses multi-link rear suspension instead of a torsion beam suspension, which led to a decrease in ground clearance from to .
Electric version
A battery electric version with a power output of and a 61 kWh battery was introduced at the Auto Shanghai in April 2023. Named the Omoda C5 EV or Omoda 5 e-QUA, the variant adopts a different front end styling along with other design changes. It also lacks any Chery logo and branding. It will be marketed as the Omoda E5 in Russia.
Markets
Australia
The Omoda 5 was introduced in Australia in March 2023, as Chery's first model in the market after a 7-year absence. Imported from China, initial models are powered by the 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine and front-wheel drive. It is available in two trim levels: BX and EX. A fully electric variant is expected to arrive in the first half of 2024.
South Africa
The Omoda 5 was revealed in South Africa in March 2023, and launched in April 2023 under the Omoda marque as the Omoda C5. It is available in Tech, Elegance, and Elegance S grade levels powered by the 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine.
Asia
Indonesia
The Omoda 5 was introduced in Indonesia in February 2023 at the 30th Indonesia International Motor Show. Sales were commenced at the 2nd Gaikindo Jakarta Auto Week in March 2023. It is initially available in Z and RZ grade levels powered by the 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine and front-wheel drive. The GT grade powered by the 1.6-liter turbocharged petrol engine, available in front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, was added in September 2023. It is locally assembled at Handal Indonesia Motor's facility in Bekasi, West Java with knock-down kits imported from China.
The fully electric variant was introduced at the 30th Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show in August 2023, with local production is expected to commence in January 2024.