The B-segment SUV space in Malaysia is beginning to get a little out of hand – everyone wants a piece of the lucrative pie. This time, Chery Malaysia has just confirmed that the all-new Omoda 5 SUV will be launched in the country, with Malaysia being among the first international destinations, including Australia and Europe.
Production of the Omoda 5 in China has already begun. Chery chairman Yin Tongyue hopes that the SUV will “set new standards for Chery in terms of customer satisfaction, competitiveness, digital mindsets, manufacturing and quality.”
There’s a lot riding on the Omoda 5. It’s the first product under the new Chery 4.0 strategy, and future Omoda models will be designed to appeal to Gen Z buyers, those born after 1995 (Chery’s own words).
According to company executive deputy GM, Gao Xinhua, the Omoda 5 has been in development for 18 months to be a truly global product. It was only unveiled last November at the 2021 Guangzhou Auto Show, and has received positive feedback locally and abroad.
Design-wise, it’s unlike any Chery models you’ve seen before. The new Art in Motion styling philosophy puts a lot of emphasis on contemporary vehicle design, which explains the massive borderless front grille that blends into slim LED daytime running lights.
Like modern Hyundai SUVs, the LED headlights (with Matrix tech!) are positioned further down, while the striking rear end has a certain Toyota/Lexus flair to it. There’s also a protruding spoiler above the steeply-raked rear glass, while the bumper houses a bold skid plate and high-mounted exhaust finishers.
In terms of dimensions, the Chery Omoda 5 measures 4,400 mm long, 1,830 mm wide and 1,585 mm tall, with a wheelbase that spans 2,630 mm. By comparison, the latest Honda HR-V is 4,330 mm long, 1,790 mm wide, 1,590 mm tall and has a wheelbase of 2,610 mm.
Inside, there’s a flat-bottomed three-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel, twin 12.3-inch displays (like a Mercedes-Benz), a centralised panel for media and HVAC controls, as well as a raised centre tunnel to provide a clear separation between the driver and front passenger. There’s also plush-looking sport seats with integrated headrests. Overall, the cabin looks pretty posh – how far Chery has come.
According to reports, the Omoda 5 is powered by a 1.6 litre TGDI petrol engine (from Chery’s new Kunpeng engine family), producing a respectable 197 PS and 290 Nm of torque. Drive is sent to the front wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. There are also plans to launch hybrid and pure electric versions in the future. So, does this tickle your fancy?
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If the price reasonable.. Im in..
Abesla Proton x50,
Powerful 1.6TGDI.
Tapau Geely 1.8TGDI.
Same width as Proton X70.
bring it on…
GG lah x50…
So nicee
Chery Ohmygod
Lets see if people have forgotten how bad was Chery Eastar.
Looking pretty good, hope the price is right
Go Chery go! Let’s kick out the rebadged Geely cars!
Campro + Kunpeng = Campeng
If only the price is right. Proton can fked off.
Lol u do realise this is also a chinese that u hate.
Chery started late compared against Proton. Look at the Proton own design….Iriz…….Persona………Saga…….Exora……..When we do not have the technology to design engine and electronic parts, how could we still lack of sense of art to come out something that able to attract visually?
We all know what happened to all the Alado’s, Eastar’s and QQ’s…..don’t want to go through that road again! Even Langkawi hasn’t one that is on the road!
RM50k !!
proton get price protection… thats y Hyundai KONA pun x laku
Wow.. nice. Now i need to know the estimated price arrival date for Malaysia.
Spare parts jangan di pandang enteng ya.. Proton please take note.
Can’t help it when most of their suppliers factories are located in the most riches but failed state to prevent epic flooding.
Id would buy it ! But that takes me to after sales and service which I know it is almost a “failure-certain” ! Scares me off immediately !!! Chery please prove how would your sales and service (parts) be any good ?!!!! Still, Im already scared thinking of it !!! Sorry, I have to stay away !