Car Buyer's Guide

Overview

The Chery Omoda E5 is a five-seat B-segment electric SUV launched in 2024. It suits drivers seeking a front-wheel-drive EV with a 61 kWh LFP battery, 430 km WLTP range and 201 hp in a single-specification package. Prices start from RM146,800 on-the-road without insurance.

Omoda E5 in 2026 — what's new

The Omoda E5 carries into 2026 unchanged, with no announced 2026-specific model-year revision. The Malaysian range remains a single 2WD variant with a 61 kWh battery, 430 km WLTP range and 201 hp front electric motor. During 2025, Chery ran substantial rebates on 2024 stock, including a RM48,000 rebate with a wallbox, V2L cable and charging credits. The E5 is also being evaluated for Ministry of Transport approval as a taxi.

Variant (1)

RM146,800 · est. from RM1,500/mo

Previous model years (1)

Colours

across the range — availability varies by variant

  • Aqua Green Metallic
  • Dark Black Metallic
  • Khaki White Metallic
  • Phantom Grey Metallic

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Verdict

The Omoda E5 has useful headline hardware: a 61 kWh LFP battery, 430 km WLTP range, 340 Nm and a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 7.2 seconds. It has five-star Euro NCAP and ANCAP ratings. At RM146,800, it costs more than the Perodua QV-E, Seres 3 and BYD Atto 2, but less than the Honda e:N1, Zeekr X and Xpeng G6.

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Rivals to consider

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Chery Omoda E5 FAQ

How much is the Chery Omoda E5 in Malaysia?

The sole Chery Omoda E5 2WD is priced at RM146,800 on-the-road without insurance.

What do you get in the Chery Omoda E5?

It gets a 61 kWh BYD-supplied LFP battery, a 201 hp and 340 Nm front electric motor, front-wheel drive, five seats and a claimed 430 km WLTP range.

How fast is the Chery Omoda E5?

The Omoda E5 has a claimed 0-100 km/h time of 7.2 seconds and a 172 km/h top speed.

Is the Chery Omoda E5 safety rated?

Yes. The Omoda E5 has five-star ratings from both Euro NCAP and ANCAP.

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