2023 Chery Omoda 5: What do we know so far about the upcoming SUV

One of the most anticipated launches of 2023 is coming all the way from China. We are talking about the upcoming Chery Omoda 5.

Before the new SUV enters the local market, it will be a good idea to know it a little in advance, as there is nothing bad in knowing the car we are about to get in advance.

2023 Chery Omoda 5 - Things We know

Body style

The Chery Omoda 5 is a compact sports utility vehicle, a segment that is very much thriving and in demand in the Malaysian market.

Dimensions

Length	4,400 mm
Width	1,830 mm
Height	1,585 mm
Wheelbase	2,630 mm

When compared to other compact SUVs in the market, the Omado 5 seems to be a little stretched. Which surely is a good thing both in terms of exterior look & feel and cabin spaciousness.

Speaking of space, apart from offering enough room for passengers at the rear, the SUV features a 360-liter of boot space expandable to 1,075-litre with the 60:40 split folding seats down. A removable tonneau cover and space-saver spare tyre are part of the boot area,

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Powertrain

Powering the new Chinese SUV is a 1.5-liter four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine making a maximum power of 147 PS along with a peak torque of 230 Nm. The power is sent to all-four wheels via a CVT unit.

Also, Chery is offering a 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty, making it a standout choice.

Design language

The all-new Chery Omoda 5 is built on the brand’s Art in Motion philosophy which surely gives the car its impeccable look. Part of the design highlight is -

• A massive, borderless grill
• Slim LED DRLs
• Stylish LED headlamps on the edge of the front bumper
• Wide-width tail lights
• Chery script on the trim linking the rear light units
• 18-inch alloy wheels with red accents
• 215/55 profile GituComfort F50 tyres

Cabin

Open the gate and you will be welcomed by an inviting cabin and an array of advanced features, taking care of driver’s and passenger's comfort and convenience. Part of the interior specs sheet is -

• A wide horizontal dashboard
• A 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
• A 10.25-inch central touchscreen
• Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support
• An 8-speaker Sony sound system
• Automatic air-conditioning system with a touch-sensitive button
• Rear air-con vents
• A wireless charger
• Keyless entry and engine start
• A powered sunroof
• A powered tailgate
• Leather upholstery
• Powered front seats
• Front and rear armrests

The two-tier center console houses several controls including USB ports, hazard lights, drive modes, gear selector, media dial, around-view monitor buttons, infotainment home screen, electronic parking brake with auto brake hold, and media dial.

Safety

If you are concerned about the upcoming Chinese SUV’s safety profile, we’d say don’t be, as the car comes loaded with driver assistance and passive safety features. Part of the list is -

• Six airbags
• Adaptive cruise control
• Lane keep assist
• Blind-spot monitoring
• Autonomous emergency braking

Competitors

In the local market, the upcoming Omoda 5 will compete against the likes of the Honda HR-V and Proton X50.

Price

Though we are not aware of the Chery Omoda 5 price point yet, however, we do know that it will be a locally-assembled model. Thus, indicating its relatively competitive price.

Are you excited about the upcoming Chery Omoda 5 SUV? Your wait is about to get over, as the automaker confirmed a Q2 2023 launch.

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