Verdict
At RM116,800, the Chery O5 costs RM7,000 less than the RM123,800 GAC Emkoo, while bringing a seven-year/150,000-km manufacturer warranty, dual-zone air-con and an eight-speaker Sony system. The Emkoo is the more useful family SUV: its 638-litre boot is 260 litres larger, and its 175 hp/270 Nm 1.5-litre turbo has a clear edge over the O5’s 145 hp/230 Nm. It is also 280 mm longer on a 120 mm longer wheelbase. Choose based on space and pace, not safety kit; both have six airbags, AEB and adaptive cruise control.
Pick the Chery O5 if RM7,000 saved, a seven-year manufacturer warranty, dual-zone climate control and ventilated front seats matter more than outright space.
Pick the GAC Emkoo if you need the 638-litre boot, stronger 175 hp and 270 Nm output, and the larger C-segment footprint.
Key differences
- Price: Chery O5 RM116,800; GAC Emkoo RM123,800.
- Power and torque: Chery O5 145 hp and 230 Nm; GAC Emkoo 175 hp and 270 Nm.
- Dimensions: Chery O5 4,400 mm long with a 2,630 mm wheelbase; GAC Emkoo 4,680 mm and 2,750 mm.
- Boot space: Chery O5 378 litres; GAC Emkoo 638 litres.
- Wheels and tyres: Chery O5 18-inch alloys with 215/55R18 tyres; GAC Emkoo 19-inch alloys with 235/55R19 tyres.
- Manufacturer warranty: Chery O5 seven years/150,000 km; GAC Emkoo five years/150,000 km.
O5
- RM7,000 lower purchase price
- Seven-year/150,000-km manufacturer warranty
- Dual-zone air-con and eight-speaker Sony audio
- 145 hp and 230 Nm trail the Emkoo’s 175 hp and 270 Nm
- 378-litre boot is 260 litres smaller
- Smaller 4,400 mm body and 2,630 mm wheelbase
Emkoo
- 175 hp and 270 Nm from its 1.5-litre turbo
- 638-litre boot
- 19-inch wheels, head-up display and panoramic glass roof
- RM7,000 higher purchase price
- Five-year manufacturer warranty versus seven years
- Single-zone climate control and six speakers
What the O5 has over the Emkoo
What the Emkoo has over the O5
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Emkoo's wheelbase is 120 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The Emkoo is 71 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the Emkoo: 638 litres against 378.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM116,800✓ | RM123,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,190/mo✓ | RM1,265/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,316✓ | RM3,498 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,497 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp at 5,500 rpm | 175 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 270 Nm at 1,400 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | 7DCT |
| Gears | 6 | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.8 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 190 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,400 mm | 4,680 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,901 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,670 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,434 kg | 1,540 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres | 638 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Giti GitiComfort F50 | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 19" Two-tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 19" Two-tone Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way Power Adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Powered Front Seats with Ventilated Driver's Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide, Manual Sunshade | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 1 Front 15W Wireless Charger, 1 Front 12V Socket, 1 Rear USB, 1 Boot 12V Socket | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 7 Year, 180,000 km Powertrain Warranty |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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O5 vs Emkoo FAQ
Is the Chery O5 or GAC Emkoo better?
The GAC Emkoo is better for space and performance, with 175 hp, 270 Nm and a 638-litre boot. The Chery O5 is the better buy for lower upfront cost, a seven-year manufacturer warranty, dual-zone air-con and eight speakers.
What is the price difference?
The GAC Emkoo costs RM7,000 more than the Chery O5: RM123,800 against RM116,800. The extra money brings 30 hp, 40 Nm, a 260-litre larger boot, 19-inch wheels, a head-up display and a panoramic glass roof.
Which SUV has the longer warranty?
The Chery O5 has the longer manufacturer warranty at seven years or 150,000 km. The GAC Emkoo has a five-year/150,000-km manufacturer warranty, plus a separate seven-year/180,000-km powertrain warranty.