Chery O5

The 2025 Chery O5 gets faux-leather upholstery. The driver’s seat gets six-way power adjustment, while the front passenger seat has four-way power adjustment. The headrests are integrated in a way to lend a sporty look. The dashboard is tech-oriented. Certain places gets gloss-black or satin/metallic inserts. Door trims, console and other areas get textured plastics and faux-leather. The cabin gets 64-colour ambient lighting.  Other cabin features include power sunroof, double-glazed acoustic glass, dual-colour temperature vanity mirrors, and a cooled central armrest storage. The dashboard is dominated by a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment unit. It’s connected to an eight-speaker Sony sound system. The driver gets a 10.25-inch customizable digital instrument cluster. Display of both units are clear and readable under bright sunlight. 

The 2025 Chery O5 measures 4,400 mm in length, 1,830 mm in width, and 1,588 mm in height. The car has a wheelbase of 2,630 mm. The front sports a new pixel or diamond-pattern grille. The squares/body-coloured elements instead of excessive chrome make the styling more cohesive. The bumper is re-profiled with an X-shaped styling around the lower intake. The car gets all-around LED lights. The daytime running lights (DRLs) have been updated; sequential turn indicators are included. The headlights get a follow-me-home function. The car runs on 18-inch gloss black alloy wheels. The red accents in the earlier model are now replaced with subtle black or body-coloured trim. Roofline of the 2025 Chery O5 is coupe-style. It slopes downward towards the rear. There’s a rear roof-mounted spoiler. The full-width tail lights connect across the rear to forge a modern, wide stance. The tailgate has a sharper contouring, a pointed rear design, and clean integration. The blacked-out C-pillars lend a floating roof effect. There are fake twin exhaust outlets.

The 2025 Chery O5’s seats are soft and squishy. The base is a bit short and there's not much bolstering. The driver's seat is manually adjustable. The suspension system of the 2025 Chery O5 is floaty and soft. It absorbs small bumps well. But larger shocks like potholes or speed humps, may cause a wallowing motion that reduces comfort. The car gets a light, well-balanced steering that makes urban manoeuvring easy. But at a high speed or while negotiating sharp turns, the 2025 Chery O5 exhibits noticeable body roll.

The 2025 Chery O5 is equipped with a turbocharged, four-cylinder, 1.5-litre petrol engine that produces 155 PS/230 Nm. The motor is mated to a six-speed dual-clutch transmission. In terms of fuel efficiency, the combined consumption is around 14.7 kmpl. Mileage increases on highways. The powertrain offers a balanced mix of efficiency and power. The 2025 Chery O5 is a practical choice for daily use. On city roads, the engine is smooth and responsive. The light steering and quick acceleration is suited for traffic. On highways, the car maintains a steady performance, delivering confident overtakes and stable cruising at higher speeds. The 2025 Chery O5 isn’t the most powerful in its class, but provides a reliable, well-rounded performance.

The 2025 Chery O5 is equipped with an exhaustive safety system. The advanced driver-assist set comprises 15 functions, including autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, and a 360-degree camera system. Other safety apparatus includes seven airbags, a driver monitoring system, and a speed-assist system that utilizes the cameras and digital mapping system. All these tech work together to enhance occupant protection.

The 2025 Chery O5 has a starting price of RM116,800. The car impresses with its modern design, spacious interior, and feature-packed cabin. The 2025 Chery O5 stands out in fuel efficiency and ride comfort. Some rivals offer sharper handling. The 2025 Chery O5 offers a good value for its price.