Verdict
At RM146,800, the Chery Omoda E5 undercuts the RM169,000 smart #1 by RM22,200 and pairs its larger 61 kWh battery with a claimed 430 km range, against 49 kWh and 315 km. That is the stronger case for buyers prioritising distance between charges and lower RM160 annual road tax. The smart is quicker at 6.7 seconds to 100 km/h, has 150 kW DC charging and a 411-litre boot, but its rear-wheel-drive layout and 2,750 mm wheelbase are the real mechanical distinction. The Chery makes more financial sense; the smart brings more pace and charging speed.
Pick the Chery Omoda E5 if you want the RM22,200 saving, 430 km claimed range and a 61 kWh battery.
Pick the smart #1 if quicker 6.7-second acceleration, 150 kW DC charging, rear-wheel drive and a larger 411-litre boot matter more.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Omoda E5 RM146,800; smart #1 RM169,000.
- Battery and range: Chery Omoda E5 61 kWh and 430 km; smart #1 49 kWh and 315 km.
- Motor output and 0-100 km/h: Chery Omoda E5 201 hp, 340 Nm and 7.2 seconds; smart #1 268 hp, 343 Nm and 6.7 seconds.
- Charging: Chery Omoda E5 9.9 kW AC and 80 kW DC; smart #1 7.2 kW AC and 150 kW DC.
- Wheelbase and boot: Chery Omoda E5 2,630 mm and 378 litres; smart #1 2,750 mm and 411 litres.
- Road tax: Chery Omoda E5 RM160 yearly; smart #1 RM260 yearly.
Omoda E5
- Larger 61 kWh battery and 430 km claimed range.
- RM22,200 lower purchase price and RM100 lower annual road tax.
- Faster 9.9 kW AC charging, plus front parking sensors and front foglamps.
- 80 kW DC charging trails the smart #1's 150 kW.
- Slower 7.2-second 0-100 km/h time versus 6.7 seconds.
- 378-litre boot is 33 litres smaller, and it lacks auto parking.
#1
- 268 hp motor and 6.7-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- 150 kW DC charging and a 411-litre boot.
- Rear-wheel drive, auto parking and a 2,750 mm wheelbase.
- 49 kWh battery and 315 km range fall well short of the Omoda E5's 61 kWh and 430 km.
- Costs RM22,200 more and has RM260 annual road tax versus RM160.
- Standard vehicle warranty is four years versus the Omoda E5's seven years.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM146,800✓ | RM169,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM260 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 268 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 340 Nm | 343 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 61 kWh✓ | 49 kWh |
| EV Range | 430 km✓ | 315 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 9.9 kW✓ | 7.2 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | 150 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Chery | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.2 seconds | 6.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 172 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,424 mm | 4,270 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,822 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,636 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,780 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres | 411 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho Ecsta PS71 | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 19" Amps Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 19" Amps Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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, Rear Outer Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Door Opening Warning, Traffic Sign Recognition, Auto High Beam, |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector with Manual Levelling |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Powered Front Passenger's Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vent | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Yes | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front 12-volt, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 3 USB-C, 1 USB-A, Qi Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, 64-colour Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Yes |
| Audio | 24.6" Curved Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 8-speaker Sony Sound System | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| 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 (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Yes, Powered |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | 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 | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | 200,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 8 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty | 8-year/200,000 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.
Used Omoda E5 & #1 for sale
Omoda E5 vs #1 FAQ
Is the Chery Omoda E5 or smart #1 better?
The Chery Omoda E5 is better for value and longer claimed range: 430 km from 61 kWh. Choose the smart #1 for quicker acceleration, 150 kW DC charging, rear-wheel drive and more boot space.
What is the price difference?
The smart #1 costs RM22,200 more than the Chery Omoda E5. Its higher price brings a 268 hp motor, 150 kW DC charging, auto parking and a 411-litre boot, but not a larger battery or longer range.
Which one charges faster?
The smart #1 is faster on DC charging at 150 kW versus 80 kW for the Omoda E5. The Chery reverses that result on AC charging, supporting 9.9 kW against the smart's 7.2 kW.