Verdict
At RM146,800 against RM134,103, the Chery Omoda E5 costs RM12,697 more but brings a 61 kWh battery, 430 km WLTP range and 201 hp/340 Nm electric motor. That is a meaningful advantage for Malaysians who can charge regularly, alongside adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera and a seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty. The Peugeot 2008 counters with 4.5 L/100 km rated economy, a larger 405-litre boot and a RM85 annual road tax, versus RM160 for the E5.
Pick the Chery Omoda E5 if you have dependable charging and want 430 km EV range, stronger 201 hp/340 Nm performance and more driver-assistance equipment.
Pick the Peugeot 2008 if you want the lower entry price, a 405-litre boot and petrol convenience with 4.5 L/100 km rated economy.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Omoda E5 RM146,800; Peugeot 2008 RM134,103.
- Power and torque: Chery Omoda E5 201 hp and 340 Nm; Peugeot 2008 128 hp and 230 Nm.
- Energy use: Chery Omoda E5 61 kWh battery and 430 km range; Peugeot 2008 4.5 L/100 km rated economy.
- Boot space: Chery Omoda E5 378 litres; Peugeot 2008 405 litres.
- Top speed: Chery Omoda E5 172 km/h; Peugeot 2008 199 km/h.
- Manufacturer warranty: Chery Omoda E5 seven years/150,000 km; Peugeot 2008 five years/100,000 km.
Omoda E5
- 430 km WLTP range from a 61 kWh battery.
- 201 hp and 340 Nm, against 128 hp and 230 Nm.
- Adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
- RM12,697 dearer to buy.
- 378-litre boot trails the Peugeot's 405 litres.
- 172 km/h top speed is 27 km/h lower.
2008
- 405-litre boot is 27 litres larger.
- RM85 annual road tax is RM75 lower.
- 199 km/h top speed exceeds the E5's 172 km/h.
- 128 hp and 230 Nm trail the E5's 201 hp and 340 Nm.
- Passive cruise control replaces the E5's adaptive system.
- Manual front-seat adjustment versus power-adjustable front seats in the E5.
What the Omoda E5 has over the 2008
What the 2008 has over the Omoda E5
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Omoda E5 is 60 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM146,800 | RM134,103✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM85✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,500/mo | RM1,370/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM4,065 | RM3,734✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,261✓ | RM1,791 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM6.30✓ | RM8.96 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM27,426✓ | RM28,052 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 6.2 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 55 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 12-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,199 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 128 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 75 mm × 90.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11 |
| 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 | — | EAT6 |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Chery | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.2 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 4.5 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 172 km/h | 199 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,424 mm | 4,300 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | 2,605 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,225 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 41 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres | 405 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho Ecsta PS71 | — |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 24 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 18 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 17" Salamanca 2-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 4 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking |
| 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 rear seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection (5 to 80 km/h) |
| 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 with Automatic 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| 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 | — |
| Sunroof | Yes | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front 12-volt, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 24.6" Curved Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 8-speaker Sony Sound System | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 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 | 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 | 3 Years/60,000 km Free Service |
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). 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 October 2026.
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Omoda E5 vs 2008 FAQ
Is the Chery Omoda E5 or Peugeot 2008 better?
The Omoda E5 is the better choice with regular charging access, thanks to 430 km WLTP range, 201 hp and adaptive cruise control. Choose the Peugeot 2008 for its larger 405-litre boot, lower road tax and petrol refuelling convenience.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Omoda E5 costs RM12,697 more than the Peugeot 2008.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The Peugeot 2008 has lower annual road tax at RM85, compared with RM160 for the Chery Omoda E5. That saves RM75 per year.
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 has the better warranty?
The Omoda E5 carries a 7-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the 2008. Omoda E5: 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty. 2008: 3 Years/60,000 km Free Service.