The Omoda C9 SUV has been previewed today in Malaysia ahead of its market launch that will take place in December this year, coming to market as a locally assembled (CKD) model.
Given its D-segment SUV positioning, the Omoda C9 measures 4,775 mm long, 1,920 mm wide, 1,671 mm tall with a wheelbase of 2,800 mm, and luggage capacity is from 660 litres to 1,783 litres. This makes the C9 larger than the Honda CR-V, and measures closer to the Chery Tiggo 8 Pro and the Mercedes-Benz GLC, as well as the Toyota Harrier that is possibly its closest competitor.
Visually, the Omoda C9 is identified by its diamond-matrix front air intake grille, along with its ‘Sigma’ daytime running lights (DRL) signature, and its doors get pop-out handles. Lighting is by LEDs for the adaptive headlamps and LED tail lamps, and the tailgate gets an auto-sensing function.
The Omoda C9 will be offered in Malaysia in 2WD and AWD forms. Powertrain for the Omoda C9 is by a 2.0 litre turbocharged petrol four-cylinder engine producing 261 PS (257 hp) and 400 Nm of torque, driving the front, or all four wheels through an eight-speed torque converter automatic transmission.
In China, the Omoda C9 is sold as the Exeed RX that gets the same engine rated for 249 PS and 385 Nm, driving the front wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox. This is also sold in China as a plug-in hybrid with a 1.5 litre turbo petrol inline-four cylinder, and this gets paired with a three-speed dedicated hybrid transmission.
Ground clearance for the C9 is 165 mm, enabling a water wading depth of up to 450 mm. Rolling stock is a set of 20-inch alloy wheels shod in 245/50R20 Michelin e-Primacy tyres, with suspension by MacPherson struts in front and a multi-link setup at the rear. It gets Continuous Damping Control (CDC) adaptive suspension all-around too, which is a first in this price range. The C9 2WD gets three drive modes while the AWD variant gets seven drive modes for added off-road capability.
Driver assistance systems offered in the C9 brings a claimed Level 2.5 ADAS suite, comprised of blind spot detection, door opening warning, lane departure warning, lane departure prevention, lane change assist and emergency lane keep assist, along with a driver monitoring system. On the passive safety front, the Omoda C9 gets eight airbags.
Inside, the Omoda C9 gets a push-button door release system such as those found on Tesla vehicles. Interior equipment for the C9 includes ambient lighting of the active rhythmatic variety, with a combined 24.6-inch HD display panel, and audio is a 14-speaker setup by Sony, including speakers in the driver’s headrest.
Air-conditioning is a three-zone configuration that features B-pillar vents for the second row, and includes fragrance that employs a proprietary cartridge system that holds up to three scents which can be selected via the infotainment touchscreen. Meanwhile, the front seats get ventilation and the console and dashboard are trimmed in soft-touch leather.
The multi-function steering wheel gets shift paddles, and the dashboard also gets a head-up display. Further equipment includes an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with memory for six positions, a built-in digital video recorder (DVR) and a 540-degree surround view camera suite. At the rear, the second-row seats get electrically-powered reclining.
In addition to the exterior colours displayed here, the Omoda C9 is also offered in a matte grey exterior paint finish. This will be the first matte paint finish offered on a locally assembled vehicle in Malaysia. Estimated pricing for the Omoda C9 starts from RM185,000 for the C9 2WD, and RM195,000 for the C9 AWD, and registrations of interest for the coupé-SUV have been opened.
Rather confusingly, while the Omoda 5 is sold via Chery dealerships, the Omoda C9 is positioned further upmarket and thus is marketed under the Jaecoo banner. So, sales and servicing of the Omoda C9 will be carried out at dedicated Jaecoo dealerships in Malaysia.
Omoda C9, matte grey finish
Omoda C9 preview presentation slides
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Prices are beginning to look like Japan and Korea.
Yes.. those who said that Chinese car will sell at a lower price compare to the competition? Not at all.. Once these Chinese brands got their reputation, they will sell at a higher price as well..
Time to buy used
Their strategy just like what Chinese phone landed in Malaysia market last time. Xiaomi Phone?
yup just like xiao mi now big boys game
Fully agreed. Japanese yen depreciated likes no ends Japanese brands getting cheaper by day. PS5 dirt cheap now.
Brader, this is D Segment SUV, but the price selling like C Segment CRV… you are on high or what?
When the time comes to sell the actual car, badge it as a Jaecoo instead of Omoda pls
Yes agreed, or use back Exeed.
Nice
Habislah Harrier, CX8, CX5 and Fortuner
Baik beli xpeng
Beauty
Abesla Lexus
Cantiknya….durable baik….mantap dengan 2.0 turbo
‘durable baik’ LMFAO
This really look on par with the Germans (Merc BMW).. The auto industry is just getting more exciting
Sweat shop produk mahal jugak skg
Looking at the offering, it is cheap. Those who said cheap, they are really cheap themselves!
Hope there is white interior as this is luxury segment. Not much concern on seat getting dirty .
yup ,look at xiao mi now big boys game. Great strategy
J7