Verdict
At RM146,800 against RM149,000, the Chery Omoda E5 is the cheaper Malaysian-assembled SUV and its RM160 annual road tax undercuts the Tesla Model 3’s RM280. It also gets 3.3 kW V2L, a 360-degree camera and a seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty. But the Model 3 earns its small premium with 534 km range, 170 kW DC charging and a 594-litre boot; its 279 hp motor also cuts 0-100 km/h to 6.2 seconds. Choose around body style, charging needs and warranty priority.
Pick the Chery Omoda E5 if you want an SUV with V2L, a 360-degree camera and the longer seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty.
Pick the Tesla Model 3 if you prioritise 534 km range, 170 kW DC charging, quicker acceleration and a larger 594-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Omoda E5 RM146,800; Tesla Model 3 RM149,000.
- EV range: Chery Omoda E5 430 km; Tesla Model 3 534 km.
- DC charging: Chery Omoda E5 80 kW; Tesla Model 3 170 kW.
- 0-100 km/h: Chery Omoda E5 7.2 seconds; Tesla Model 3 6.2 seconds.
- Boot space: Chery Omoda E5 378 litres; Tesla Model 3 594 litres.
- Vehicle warranty: Chery Omoda E5 seven years/150,000 km; Tesla Model 3 four years/80,000 km.
Omoda E5
- RM2,200 cheaper with RM160 yearly road tax.
- 3.3 kW V2L and 360-degree camera.
- Seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty.
- 430 km range trails the Model 3's 534 km.
- 80 kW DC charging is less than half the Model 3's 170 kW rate.
- 378-litre boot is 216 litres smaller.
Model 3
- 534 km claimed EV range.
- 170 kW DC charging and 6.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 594-litre boot and seven airbags.
- Costs RM2,200 more and annual road tax is RM120 higher.
- Four-year/80,000 km vehicle warranty is shorter.
- No V2L or 360-degree camera.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM146,800✓ | RM149,000 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | B-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160✓ | RM280 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | 279 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | 340 Nm | 420 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | 61 kWh | 62.5 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 430 km | 534 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 9.9 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | 170 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Single-ratio Transmission |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Chery | Tesla |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.2 seconds | 6.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 172 km/h | 201 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,424 mm | 4,720 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 2,089 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | — |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres | 594 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 255/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 255/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho Ecsta PS71 | Bridgestone Turanza T005 EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 18" Prismata Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 18" Prismata 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) | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | 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 Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with HEPA Air Filter |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vent | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Yes | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front 12-volt, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 4 Front USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 24.6" Curved Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 8-speaker Sony Sound System | 15.4" Touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and 7 Speakers |
| 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 to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Dual Wireless Qi Chargers |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 80,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty | 8-year/160,000 km Battery and Drive Unit Warranty, No fixed service schedule (condition-based maintenance) |
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 & Model 3 for sale
Omoda E5 vs Model 3 FAQ
Is the Chery Omoda E5 or Tesla Model 3 better?
The Tesla Model 3 is better for long-distance use, faster DC charging and boot space. Choose the Chery Omoda E5 instead if an SUV body, V2L, a 360-degree camera and longer vehicle warranty matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Tesla Model 3 costs RM2,200 more than the Chery Omoda E5. The gap is small, but the Tesla also carries RM280 annual road tax versus RM160 for the Chery.
Which one charges faster?
The Tesla Model 3 charges faster on both AC and DC power: 11 kW AC and 170 kW DC, against the Chery Omoda E5’s 9.9 kW AC and 80 kW DC.
