Verdict
At RM146,800, the Chery Omoda E5 costs RM26,900 more than the RM119,900 Neta Neta X, but that gap buys 201 hp and 340 Nm against 160 hp and 210 Nm, plus a 61 kWh battery and 430 km range. It is also the quicker choice at 7.2 seconds to 100 km/h. The Neta counters with a 508-litre boot, 130 litres more than the Chery, and a 140 mm longer wheelbase. For Malaysian buyers who can stretch, the Omoda’s DC charging figure, active safety kit and longer vehicle warranty make the stronger case.
Pick the Chery Omoda E5 if you want 430 km of range, 80 kW DC charging, much stronger acceleration and active safety assistance.
Pick the Neta Neta X if a RM26,900 saving, a 508-litre boot and a longer 2,770 mm wheelbase matter more than pace and charging speed.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Omoda E5 RM146,800; Neta Neta X RM119,900.
- Motor output: Chery Omoda E5 201 hp and 340 Nm; Neta Neta X 160 hp and 210 Nm.
- Battery and range: Chery Omoda E5 61 kWh and 430 km; Neta Neta X 52.49 kWh and 401 km.
- Performance: Chery Omoda E5 0-100 km/h in 7.2 seconds and 172 km/h; Neta Neta X 9.5 seconds and 150 km/h.
- Charging: Chery Omoda E5 9.9 kW AC and 80 kW DC; Neta Neta X 6.6 kW AC and no DC rate stated.
- Cargo space: Chery Omoda E5 378 litres; Neta Neta X 508 litres.
Omoda E5
- 201 hp, 340 Nm motor and 7.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 61 kWh battery, 430 km range and 80 kW DC charging.
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control.
- Costs RM26,900 more.
- 378-litre boot is 130 litres smaller.
- 2,630 mm wheelbase is 140 mm shorter.
Neta X
- RM26,900 lower purchase price.
- 508-litre boot and 2,770 mm wheelbase.
- Panoramic sliding sunroof and 360-degree surround-view camera.
- 160 hp and 210 Nm trail the Chery's 201 hp and 340 Nm.
- 52.49 kWh battery and 401 km range are lower.
- No DC charging rate is stated, and it lacks autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist.
What the Omoda E5 has over the Neta X
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Neta X's wheelbase is 140 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. Boot space favours the Neta X: 508 litres against 378.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM146,800 | RM119,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM100✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,500/mo | RM1,225/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM4,065 | RM3,365✓ |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM1,261 | RM1,163✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.30 | RM5.82✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM27,426 | RM23,142✓ |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 6.2 hours✓ | 8.0 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 55 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp✓ | 160 hp |
| Motor Torque | 340 Nm✓ | 210 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 61 kWh✓ | 52.49 kWh |
| EV Range | 430 km✓ | 401 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 9.9 kW✓ | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Chery | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.2 seconds✓ | 9.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 172 km/h✓ | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,424 mm | 4,619 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,620 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | 2,770 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres | 508 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho Ecsta PS71 | Chao Yang Radial RP76 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 24 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 18 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 18" 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 Front Passenger, Side and 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Driver Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Powered Driver's Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vent | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Yes | Panoramic Sliding Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front 12-volt, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Glass Roof 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 Navigation, Voice Control, Online Music Streaming and Apple CarPlay with 8 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down Function |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Surround View |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty | 8-year/180,000 km Battery 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. Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Is the Chery Omoda E5 or Neta Neta X better?
The Chery Omoda E5 is better for performance, range, charging and driver assistance: 201 hp, 430 km, 80 kW DC charging, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist. The Neta Neta X is the better cost-and-cargo choice with its lower price and 508-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Neta Neta X is RM26,900 cheaper than the Chery Omoda E5. The Chery justifies part of the gap with a larger battery, 29 km more range, 80 kW DC charging, stronger motor output and more active safety equipment.
Which has the bigger boot and longer warranty?
The Neta Neta X has the bigger boot at 508 litres versus 378 litres. The Chery Omoda E5 has the longer vehicle warranty at seven years or 150,000 km, against five years or 150,000 km for the Neta.
How long does charging take?
The Omoda E5's 61.0 kWh battery takes about 6.2 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 55 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 80 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The Omoda E5 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Neta X is fully imported (CBU) from China. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.