Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer choosing between these two, the Omoda E5 is the more focused five-seat EV: its 61 kWh battery delivers 430 km of EV range, and its 80 kW DC charging rate is double the Tiggo 8’s 40 kW. The Tiggo 8 answers with seven seats, a larger 2,710 mm wheelbase and an 18.3 kWh plug-in-hybrid battery with 90 km of EV range before its 1.5-litre turbo petrol powertrain takes over. The RM13,000 gap buys extra seating, two more airbags and ventilated front seats, but not more EV-only distance.
Pick the Chery Omoda E5 if you need a five-seat SUV with 430 km of EV range, a 378-litre boot and faster 80 kW DC charging.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 8 if you need seven seats, an extra two airbags and petrol-backed plug-in-hybrid flexibility beyond its 90 km EV range.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda E5 RM146,800; Tiggo 8 RM159,800.
- Seating: Omoda E5 has 5 seats; Tiggo 8 has 7 seats.
- EV range: Omoda E5 430 km; Tiggo 8 90 km.
- Battery and DC charging: Omoda E5 61 kWh and 80 kW; Tiggo 8 18.3 kWh and 40 kW.
- Size and boot: Omoda E5 is 4,424 mm long with 378 litres; Tiggo 8 is 4,725 mm long with 193 litres.
- Airbags: Omoda E5 has 6; Tiggo 8 has 8.
Omoda E5
- 430 km EV range from a 61 kWh battery
- 80 kW DC and 9.9 kW AC charging
- 378-litre boot and powered boot
- Five seats versus the Tiggo 8's seven
- Six airbags versus eight
- No ventilated front seats
Tiggo 8
- Seven-seat cabin with split-folding third row
- Eight airbags, including front-centre and driver's-knee airbags
- Ventilated front seats and 10-speaker Sony audio
- 90 km EV range versus 430 km
- 40 kW DC and 6.6 kW AC charging are slower
- 193-litre boot versus 378 litres
| 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 at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | — | 215 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 77 mm × 80.5 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 | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 8 (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 is better for EV range and charging, with 430 km and 80 kW DC charging. The Tiggo 8 is better where seven seats, eight airbags and a petrol plug-in-hybrid powertrain matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Tiggo 8 costs RM13,000 more than the Omoda E5. That extra outlay brings seven seats, eight airbags and ventilated front seats, while the Omoda E5 retains the much longer 430 km EV range.
Which one charges faster?
The Omoda E5 charges faster on both inputs: 80 kW DC and 9.9 kW AC, against the Tiggo 8's 40 kW DC and 6.6 kW AC. Both provide 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability.
