Verdict
The Chery Omoda E5 costs RM146,800, RM13,000 less than the Chery Tiggo 8 at RM159,800, and it puts the money into a bigger 61 kWh LFP battery, 430 km WLTP range and quicker 80 kW DC charging. The Tiggo 8 answers with a larger D-segment body, seven seats, a 1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid system, 90 km EV range and a 60-litre petrol tank. For most EV-first buyers, the E5 is cleaner on paper. For family flexibility, the Tiggo 8 has the useful seats.
Omoda E5
Pick the Chery Omoda E5 if you want a full EV with 430 km range, faster charging and five-seat practicality at the lower price.
Tiggo 8
Pick the Chery Tiggo 8 if you need seven seats, a larger body and plug-in hybrid backup for longer trips.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Omoda E5 RM146,800; Chery Tiggo 8 RM159,800
- Seats and segment: Chery Omoda E5 B-segment 5-seater; Chery Tiggo 8 D-segment 7-seater
- Battery and EV range: Chery Omoda E5 61 kWh, 430 km; Chery Tiggo 8 18.3 kWh, 90 km
- Charging rate: Chery Omoda E5 9.9 kW AC/80 kW DC; Chery Tiggo 8 6.6 kW AC/40 kW DC
- Size: Chery Omoda E5 4,424/1,830/1,588 mm, 2,630 mm wheelbase; Chery Tiggo 8 4,725/1,860/1,705 mm, 2,710 mm wheelbase
- Boot space: Chery Omoda E5 378 litres; Chery Tiggo 8 193 litres
Omoda E5
- Longer EV range: 430 km versus 90 km
- Faster charging: 9.9 kW AC and 80 kW DC
- Larger listed boot: 378 litres versus 193 litres
- Only five seats; the Tiggo 8 has seven
- Electric-only, with no 60-litre petrol tank
- No front centre or driver’s knee airbag listed
Tiggo 8
- Seven seats in a larger D-segment body
- Plug-in hybrid setup with 90 km EV range and a 60-litre petrol tank
- Ventilated front seats, plus front centre and driver’s knee airbags
- RM13,000 dearer
- Shorter EV range and slower DC charging: 90 km and 40 kW DC
- Smaller listed boot: 193 litres versus 378 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 146,800✓ | RM 159,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 139 hp |
| Torque | — | 215 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 340 Nm✓ | 310 Nm |
| Battery Type | Lithium-iron Phosphate | Lithium-iron Phosphate |
| Battery Capacity | 61 kWh✓ | 18.3 kWh |
| EV Range | 430 km✓ | 90 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 9.9 kW✓ | 6.6 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW✓ | 40 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | DHT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Chery | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.2 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 172 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,424 mm | 4,725 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | 2,710 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,916 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres✓ | 193 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho Ecsta PS71 | Continental PremiumContact C |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, Curtain Airbags |
| 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear seats | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | 6-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat, Ventilated Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vent | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Yes | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front 12-volt, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 24.6" Curved Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 8-speaker Sony Sound System | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 10-speaker Sony Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| 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 | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 160 | RM 120✓ |
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.
Omoda E5 vs Tiggo 8 FAQ
Is the Chery Omoda E5 or Chery Tiggo 8 better?
The Chery Omoda E5 is better for EV-first use, with 430 km range and 80 kW DC charging. The Chery Tiggo 8 is better if you need seven seats and a plug-in hybrid with a 60-litre petrol tank.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Omoda E5 is RM13,000 cheaper: RM146,800 against RM159,800 for the Chery Tiggo 8. Road tax is RM160 a year for the E5 and RM120 for the Tiggo 8.
Which one charges faster?
The Chery Omoda E5 charges faster, at 9.9 kW AC and 80 kW DC. The Chery Tiggo 8 does 6.6 kW AC and 40 kW DC. Both have Type 2 AC, CCS DC and 3.3 kW V2L.