Verdict
The Chery Omoda E5 costs RM146,800, just RM912 more than the Maxus Terron 9, yet its RM160 annual road tax is far easier to stomach than RM838. For a Malaysian buyer with home or workplace charging, the 61 kWh EV’s 430 km range and 7.2-second 0-100 km/h time suit daily use far better. The Terron 9 is the specialist choice: its 850 kg payload, 3,500 kg braked towing rating and 1,600 x 1,600 x 535 mm bed answer jobs the five-door SUV cannot.
Pick the Chery Omoda E5 if you want a compact EV with 430 km range, much lower annual road tax and quicker acceleration.
Pick the Maxus Terron 9 if you need all-wheel drive, an 850 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing capacity.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Omoda E5 RM146,800; Maxus Terron 9 RM145,888.
- Annual road tax: Chery Omoda E5 RM160; Maxus Terron 9 RM838.
- 0-100 km/h: Chery Omoda E5 7.2 seconds; Maxus Terron 9 10.9 seconds.
- Length: Chery Omoda E5 4,424 mm; Maxus Terron 9 5,500 mm.
- Manufacturer warranty: Chery Omoda E5 seven years/150,000 km; Maxus Terron 9 five years/100,000 km.
- Driveline: Chery Omoda E5 front-wheel drive; Maxus Terron 9 all-wheel drive.
Omoda E5
- RM160 annual road tax versus RM838.
- 430 km EV range from a 61 kWh battery.
- Seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty plus eight-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit cover.
- Front-wheel drive versus the Terron 9’s all-wheel drive.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare tyre.
- No stated payload or towing rating; the Terron 9 is rated for 850 kg and 3,500 kg braked towing.
Terron 9
- 850 kg payload and 3,500 kg braked towing capacity.
- All-wheel drive with a ZF eight-speed automatic.
- Full-size spare tyre and heated rear seats.
- RM838 annual road tax, RM678 more than the Omoda E5.
- 10.9-second 0-100 km/h time versus 7.2 seconds.
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty versus seven years/150,000 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM146,800 | RM145,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Pickup |
| Segment | B-Segment | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM838 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC Commonrail Direct Injection, Turbocharged |
| Capacity | — | 2,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 219 hp |
| Torque | — | 520 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore | — | 88.3 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 16 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 340 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 61 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 430 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 9.9 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | ZF 8HP50 |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Chery | ZF |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.2 seconds✓ | 10.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.9 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 172 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | — | 209 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,424 mm | 5,500 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,997 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,874 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | 3,300 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,470 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 275/55R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 275/55R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho Ecsta PS71 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link Independent |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 20" x 8.5J Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 20" x 8.5J Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Electric Power Steering |
| Chassis Notes | — | Payload 850 kg; towing 3,500 kg braked / 750 kg unbraked; cargo bed 1,600 x 1,600 x 535 mm |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtains and Far-side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | Front Dual Pretensioning |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear seats | ISOFIX + Top Tether x2 |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Six-way Power Adjustable Driver and Front Passenger Seats, Heated; Black Artificial Leather |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Heated Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vent | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Yes | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front 12-volt, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 4 |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 24.6" Curved Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 8-speaker Sony Sound System | Dual 12.3" Digital Displays with Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | — |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Intelligent Cruise Assist |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Power Tailgate with Lift Assist |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | Yes |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | Yes |
| 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 | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty | First service free (3 months/5,000 km); optional 5-year/100,000 km service package RM6,000 |
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.
Used Omoda E5 & Terron 9 for sale
Omoda E5 vs Terron 9 FAQ
Is the Chery Omoda E5 or Maxus Terron 9 better?
The Omoda E5 is better for regular passenger-car duties, with 430 km EV range, lower road tax and faster acceleration. The Terron 9 is better only when its 850 kg payload, 3,500 kg braked towing rating or all-wheel drive are requirements.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Omoda E5 is RM912 more expensive than the Maxus Terron 9.
Which one is easier to park in town?
The Chery Omoda E5 is the more manageable choice at 4,424 mm long and 1,830 mm wide. The Maxus Terron 9 measures 5,500 mm by 1,997 mm, so it occupies far more space.