Verdict
At RM146,800, the Chery Omoda E5 costs RM18,200 less than the Renault Zoe yet brings a 61 kWh battery, 430 km range and a far stronger 201 hp/340 Nm front motor against 52 kWh, 395 km and 108 hp/225 Nm. It is also the roomier five-seat choice, with a 378-litre boot and 2,630 mm wheelbase. The Zoe counters with a useful 22 kW AC charging rate, versus 9.9 kW. For Malaysian buyers who can use DC charging, the Omoda E5’s 80 kW rate, broader safety kit and seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty settle it.
Pick the Chery Omoda E5 if you want lower entry cost, 430 km range, 201 hp performance and SUV space.
Pick the Renault Zoe if 22 kW AC charging matters more to you than outright range, power and cabin equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Omoda E5 RM146,800; Renault Zoe RM165,000.
- Motor output: Chery Omoda E5 201 hp and 340 Nm; Renault Zoe 108 hp and 225 Nm.
- Battery and range: Chery Omoda E5 61 kWh and 430 km; Renault Zoe 52 kWh and 395 km.
- Charging: Chery Omoda E5 9.9 kW AC/80 kW DC; Renault Zoe 22 kW AC/50 kW DC.
- Size and boot: Chery Omoda E5 4,424 mm long with 378 litres; Renault Zoe 4,087 mm with 338 litres.
- Vehicle warranty: Chery Omoda E5 seven years/150,000 km; Renault Zoe three years/100,000 km.
Omoda E5
- 201 hp and 340 Nm, with a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 7.2 seconds.
- 430 km EV range from a 61 kWh battery.
- 80 kW DC charging, 3.3 kW V2L and a 360-degree camera.
- 9.9 kW AC charging is well behind the Renault Zoe's 22 kW.
- RM160 annual road tax versus the Renault Zoe's RM50.
Zoe
- 22 kW AC charging rate.
- Lower RM50 annual road tax.
- ISOFIX includes the front passenger seat as well as both outer rear seats.
- 108 hp and 225 Nm trail the Chery Omoda E5's 201 hp and 340 Nm.
- 395 km range and 52 kWh battery are below the Chery Omoda E5's 430 km and 61 kWh.
- 50 kW DC charging, no V2L and a three-year/100,000 km vehicle warranty.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM146,800✓ | RM165,000 |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM50✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp✓ | 108 hp |
| Motor Torque | 340 Nm✓ | 225 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 61 kWh✓ | 52.0 kWh |
| EV Range | 430 km✓ | 395 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 9.9 kW | 22.0 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW✓ | 50.0 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Gears | — | 1 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Chery | Renault |
| 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 | 4,087 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,787 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,562 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | 2,588 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,502 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres✓ | 338 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 195/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 195/55R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho Ecsta PS71 | Continental ContiEcoContact 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | France (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 16" Alloy |
| 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 |
| 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 front passenger seat, two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| 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 Projectors |
| 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 | Manual Air-conditioning |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vent | — |
| Sunroof | Yes | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front 12-volt, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 2 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map 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 Easy Link with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 6 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 | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse 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✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty | 5 Years/100,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery and Electric Drivetrain |
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.
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Omoda E5 vs Zoe FAQ
Is the Chery Omoda E5 or Renault Zoe better?
The Chery Omoda E5 is the better all-round Malaysian buy: it is cheaper, has 430 km range versus 395 km, much more motor output, more boot space and longer vehicle warranty. Choose the Renault Zoe chiefly for its 22 kW AC charging rate.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Omoda E5 is RM18,200 cheaper than the Renault Zoe.
Which one charges faster?
The Renault Zoe is faster on AC charging at 22 kW versus 9.9 kW. The Chery Omoda E5 is faster on DC charging at 80 kW versus 50 kW, and it adds 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability.