Verdict
The RM13,000-cheaper Omoda E5 is the cleaner choice for five-seat EV use: its 61 kWh battery delivers 430 km of EV range, versus the Tiggo 8’s 18.3 kWh battery and 90 km, while 80 kW DC charging doubles the Tiggo 8’s 40 kW rate. The Tiggo 8 answers with seven seats, a 1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid system and a 60-litre fuel tank for trips beyond charging coverage. It is also 301 mm longer, but its 193-litre boot is 185 litres smaller than the E5’s 378 litres with all seats in use.
Pick the Chery Omoda E5 if you need 430 km of electric range, a 378-litre five-seat boot and faster 80 kW DC charging for RM146,800.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 8 if you need seven seats and the flexibility of a 1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid with a 60-litre fuel tank.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda E5 RM146,800; Tiggo 8 RM159,800.
- EV range: Omoda E5 430 km; Tiggo 8 90 km.
- Battery capacity: Omoda E5 61 kWh; Tiggo 8 18.3 kWh.
- DC charging: Omoda E5 80 kW; Tiggo 8 40 kW.
- Seating and boot space: Omoda E5 5 seats/378 litres; Tiggo 8 7 seats/193 litres.
- Size: Omoda E5 4,424 mm long/2,630 mm wheelbase; Tiggo 8 4,725 mm/2,710 mm.
Omoda E5
- RM13,000 lower purchase price.
- 430 km EV range from a 61 kWh battery.
- 378-litre boot with five seats.
- Five seats versus the Tiggo 8's seven.
- No petrol engine or 60-litre fuel tank for extended journeys.
- Smaller 18-inch wheels versus 19-inch wheels.
Tiggo 8
- Seven-seat cabin with split-folding middle and last rows.
- 1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid system and 60-litre fuel tank.
- Ventilated front seats, 10-speaker Sony audio and extra centre and knee airbags.
- RM13,000 more expensive.
- 90 km EV range versus 430 km.
- 40 kW DC charging versus 80 kW.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM146,800✓ | RM159,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | — | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 139 hp |
| Torque | — | 215 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 340 Nm✓ | 310 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 61 kWh✓ | 18.3 kWh |
| EV Range | 430 km✓ | 90 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 9.9 kW✓ | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW✓ | 40 kW |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | DHT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Chery | — |
| 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 | 4,725 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | 2,710 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,916 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres✓ | 193 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho Ecsta PS71 | Continental PremiumContact C |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 19" 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, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear seats | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | 6-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat, Ventilated Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vent | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Yes | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front 12-volt, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof 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 Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 10-speaker Sony Sound System |
| 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, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree 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 | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit 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 & Tiggo 8 for sale
Omoda E5 vs Tiggo 8 FAQ
Is the Chery Omoda E5 or Chery Tiggo 8 better?
The Omoda E5 suits buyers prioritising electric driving, with 430 km of range, a 61 kWh battery and 80 kW DC charging. The Tiggo 8 is better for seven-seat duties and longer travel supported by its 1.5-litre turbo plug-in hybrid system and 60-litre fuel tank.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo 8 costs RM159,800, which is RM13,000 more than the RM146,800 Chery Omoda E5.
Which has the larger boot with all seats in use?
The Omoda E5 has the larger stated boot at 378 litres. The seven-seat Tiggo 8 has 193 litres, a 185-litre deficit, reflecting the space taken by its last-row seating.
