Verdict
These are very different tools despite the RM6,382 price gap: the RM146,800 Chery Omoda E5 is a five-seat EV with a 61 kWh battery, 430 km WLTP range and RM160 annual road tax, while the RM140,418 Mazda BT-50 is a 5,280 mm all-wheel-drive diesel pickup with 450 Nm and a 76-litre tank. The Mazda is 856 mm longer and brings leaf springs, a full-size spare and tip-up rear-seat storage. But its RM1,638 road tax is steep. For daily urban use and lower fixed tax, the E5 makes more sense; choose the BT-50 for pickup utility and all-wheel drive.
Pick the Chery Omoda E5 if lower RM160 annual road tax, 430 km EV range and a 378-litre powered boot suit your daily driving.
Pick the Mazda BT-50 if you need all-wheel drive, a 450 Nm diesel drivetrain and pickup-focused rear-seat and spare-tyre practicality.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Omoda E5 RM146,800; Mazda BT-50 RM140,418.
- Road tax: Chery Omoda E5 RM160 per year; Mazda BT-50 RM1,638 per year.
- Powertrain: Chery Omoda E5 has one 201 hp/340 Nm electric motor and a 61 kWh battery; Mazda BT-50 has a 2,999 cc 188 hp/450 Nm diesel.
- Range/fuel storage: Chery Omoda E5 has 430 km EV range; Mazda BT-50 has a 76-litre fuel tank.
- Length: Chery Omoda E5 is 4,424 mm; Mazda BT-50 is 5,280 mm.
- Driveline: Chery Omoda E5 is front-wheel drive; Mazda BT-50 is all-wheel drive.
Omoda E5
- 430 km EV range from a 61 kWh battery.
- RM160 annual road tax versus RM1,638.
- 360-degree camera, powered boot and steering-correction lane keeping.
- Costs RM6,382 more than the BT-50.
- Front-wheel drive versus the BT-50's all-wheel drive.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size alloy spare tyre.
BT-50
- 450 Nm from its 2,999 cc diesel engine.
- All-wheel drive, double-wishbone front suspension and leaf-spring rear suspension.
- Full-size alloy spare tyre and tip-up rear-seat under-seat storage.
- RM1,638 annual road tax is RM1,478 higher.
- No stated EV range; it uses a 76-litre diesel tank.
- Lane-keeping gives warning only, where the E5 provides steering correction.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM146,800 | RM140,418✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Pickup |
| Segment | B-Segment | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM1,638 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection |
| Capacity | — | 2,999 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 188 hp |
| Torque | — | 450 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore | — | 95.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 16.3 |
| 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 | — | 6AT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Chery | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.2 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 172 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,424 mm | 5,280 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,015 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 76 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho Ecsta PS71 | Dunlop AT25 Grandtrek |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 rear seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Folding Bench with Tip-up Under-seat Storage |
| 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, 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 | — |
| Audio | 24.6" Curved Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 8-speaker Sony Sound System | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 8 Speakers |
| 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 (Depress Brake Pedal) | 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 | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| 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 | — |
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 & BT-50 for sale
Omoda E5 vs BT-50 FAQ
Is the Chery Omoda E5 or Mazda BT-50 better?
The Omoda E5 is better for daily EV use, with 430 km range, RM160 road tax and a 378-litre boot. The BT-50 is better when all-wheel drive, 450 Nm diesel torque and pickup utility are the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Omoda E5 costs RM6,382 more than the Mazda BT-50: RM146,800 versus RM140,418.
Which one has lower annual road tax?
The Chery Omoda E5 does, at RM160 per year. The Mazda BT-50 costs RM1,638 per year, a RM1,478 difference.