Verdict
The Chery Omoda E5 costs RM146,800 to the smart #1’s RM169,000, and its RM22,200 saving comes with a larger 61 kWh battery and a 430 km range, versus 49 kWh and 315 km. That is the more useful advantage for Malaysian inter-city driving, while its 9.9 kW AC charging also beats 7.2 kW. The smart counters with 268 hp, a 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time and 150 kW DC charging. It is quicker and faster to recharge on suitable public chargers, but the Omoda E5 is the more rational long-range buy.
Pick the Chery Omoda E5 if 430 km of range, a 61 kWh battery and the RM22,200 lower entry price matter more than outright acceleration.
Pick the smart #1 if you want 268 hp, 150 kW DC charging, rear-wheel drive and a larger 411-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Omoda E5 RM146,800; smart #1 RM169,000.
- Battery and range: Chery Omoda E5 61 kWh and 430 km; smart #1 49 kWh and 315 km.
- Motor output and 0-100 km/h: Chery Omoda E5 201 hp, 340 Nm and 7.2 seconds; smart #1 268 hp, 343 Nm and 6.7 seconds.
- Charging: Chery Omoda E5 9.9 kW AC and 80 kW DC; smart #1 7.2 kW AC and 150 kW DC.
- Wheelbase and boot: Chery Omoda E5 2,630 mm and 378 litres; smart #1 2,750 mm and 411 litres.
Omoda E5
- 430 km EV range from a 61 kWh battery.
- 9.9 kW AC charging rate.
- Seven-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- 80 kW DC charging trails the smart #1’s 150 kW.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time of 7.2 seconds versus 6.7 seconds.
- 378-litre boot is 33 litres smaller.
#1
- 268 hp and a 6.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 150 kW DC charging capability.
- 411-litre boot and 2,750 mm wheelbase.
- 315 km range is 115 km shorter.
- 49 kWh battery is 12 kWh smaller.
- 7.2 kW AC charging rate trails the Omoda E5’s 9.9 kW.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM146,800✓ | RM169,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM260 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 268 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 340 Nm | 343 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 61 kWh✓ | 49 kWh |
| EV Range | 430 km✓ | 315 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 9.9 kW✓ | 7.2 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | 150 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Chery | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.2 seconds | 6.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 172 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,424 mm | 4,270 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,822 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,636 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,780 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres | 411 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho Ecsta PS71 | Continental EcoContact 6 Q |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 19" Amps Alloy Wheels |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 19" Amps Alloy Wheels |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Comfort Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear seats | Available On Front Passenger Seat, Rear Outer Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Door Opening Warning, Traffic Sign Recognition, Auto High Beam, |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Reflector with Manual Levelling |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Powered Front Passenger's Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold with Sliding Adjustment |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vent | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Yes | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front 12-volt, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 3 USB-C, 1 USB-A, Qi Wireless Charger |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, 64-colour Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Yes |
| Audio | 24.6" Curved Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 8-speaker Sony Sound System | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| 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 |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Yes, Powered |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| 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 | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | 200,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 8 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty | 8-year/200,000 km Battery 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 & #1 for sale
Omoda E5 vs #1 FAQ
Is the Chery Omoda E5 or smart #1 better?
The Omoda E5 is better for range and purchase cost, delivering 430 km from 61 kWh. The smart #1 is better for performance and rapid DC charging, with 268 hp, a 6.7-second sprint and 150 kW capability.
What is the price difference?
The smart #1 costs RM22,200 more than the Chery Omoda E5. Its extra spend brings 150 kW DC charging, 268 hp, rear-wheel drive and a 411-litre boot, but not the longer range.
Which EV charges faster?
The smart #1 is faster on DC charging at 150 kW against 80 kW. The Omoda E5 is faster on AC charging at 9.9 kW against 7.2 kW, which matters for regular home or destination charging.
