Electric Chery Omoda E5 Bound For Australia This Year

The all-electric version of the Chery Omoda 5 will launch in Australia by the middle of the year, dubbed the Omoda E5.While comprehensive local specifications have yet to be announced, Chery says the Omoda E5 will be sold with a single electric motor with 150 kW (201 hp) and 340 Nm (251 lb-ft) of torque. It has not made mention of the size of the crossover’s battery pack but says it can return 15.5 kWh/100 km over the combined cycle and provide up to 430 km (267 miles) of WLTP range.

Overseas models have a 61 kWh battery pack. The crossover will be able to hit 100 km/h (62 mph) in 7.6 seconds.Two versions will be offered, the Standard and the Premium.

While the different features of these models haven’t been confirmed, we do know the Omoda E5 will be offered with a 12.3-inch curved infotainment display, a panoramic sunroof, digital instrument cluster, “and a wealth of exterior and interior color options.”Read: China’s Chery Wants To Build EVs In The UK And Europe“We are excited to launch the OMODA E5 in Australia,” Chery Australia managing director Lucas Harris said. “With its combination of unique design, impressive range and advanced features, we are confident the OMODA E5 will be a popular choice for Australian consumers who are increasingly seeking sustainable vehicle options.

The arrival of the OMODA E5 later this year is the next step in our local expansion strategy and underscores Chery’s commitment to providing Australian drivers with access to advanced electric vehicle technology without compromising on performance or style”.Visually, the Omoda E5 is very similar to the combustion-powered model but lacks the gaping-wide grille in favor of a large flap that opens up to reveal the charging port. Prices have not yet been announced but it will come at a premium to the ICE version that starts at AU$32,990 (~$21,300) and tops out at AU$35,990 (~$23,300).