On October 25th, Geleximco Corporation, a partner of Chery (China), surprised Vietnamese customers by showcasing three models: Omoda 5, Omoda S5, and Jaecoo 7. These models have been confirmed for distribution in our market, although there is no specific information about the launch date.
The Omoda 5 is positioned in the B-segment SUV/CUV, with dimensions of 4,400 x 1,830 x 1,588 mm. It competes with popular names like Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Honda HR-V, and Toyota Corolla Cross in the vibrant Vietnamese market. The Omoda 5 has a youthful, sporty, and modern appearance. The front of the car features a large-sized grille with a combination of LED position lights and a two-tier headlight cluster. The rear of the car has a horizontally-aligned taillight and two rectangular-shaped faux exhaust pipes positioned quite high.
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The interior of the Omoda 5 is equipped with modern features such as a dual 10.25-inch screen cluster, wireless phone charging, electronic parking brake, temporary brake hold, sunroof, 64-color ambient lights, automatic air conditioning, and rear air vents. Safety features include 6 airbags, a 360-degree camera, and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). In the Vietnamese market, the Omoda 5 is expected to be equipped with a 1.6L turbocharged I4 petrol engine producing 197 horsepower and 290 Nm of torque. It will be paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
The Omoda S5 belongs to the C-segment sedan. It has specific dimensions including a length of 4,644 mm, width of 1,814 mm, height of 1,493 mm, and a wheelbase length of 2,650 mm. Compared to competitors such as the Honda Civic, Kia K3, or Hyundai Elantra, the Omoda S5 has a shorter wheelbase length.
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The interior of the Omoda S5 is luxurious and comes with full amenities. Some standard equipment includes a digital instrument cluster, a 10.25-inch touch screen center display, automatic air conditioning, keyless entry, and an electronic parking brake.
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Under the hood of the Omoda S5, there are two engine options with a displacement of 1.5L. The first is a naturally aspirated engine with a maximum power of 113 horsepower and a maximum torque of 138 Nm. The second is a turbocharged engine with a maximum power of 147 horsepower and a maximum torque of 210 Nm. Both versions use a continuously variable transmission (CVT).
The Chery Jaecoo 7 has dimensions of 4,538 x 1,898 x 1,680 mm, with a long wheelbase of 2,672 mm. It belongs to the C-class SUV segment and will compete with models such as the Mazda CX-5, Hyundai Tucson, and KIA Sportage in the Vietnamese market.
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The Jaecoo 7 features a square, muscular appearance, similar to the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. It has a two-tier headlight design, with a long LED strip running across the front grille as daytime running lights. The rear of the car features a large air spoiler integrated with a high-mounted brake light, transparent taillights, and two hidden exhaust pipes.
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In terms of the interior, the cabin of the Chery Jaecoo 7 has a minimalist yet modern design. The central control area stands out with a vertically-oriented 13.2-inch display. The instrument cluster behind the steering wheel is arranged in a simple manner, similar to the Hyundai Tucson. The car’s entertainment operating system is supported by the Snapdragon 8155 chip, accompanied by a steering support system with 33 different functions.
The fuel consumption of the 2WD version is 6.98L/100 km, while the 4WD version is 7.48L/100 km. The 4WD version also offers multiple driving modes such as snow, mud, and sand to conquer various terrains. In the future, the PHEV version of the Chery Jaecoo 7 is expected to have an impressive fuel consumption of only 1 liter/100 km.
Thái Son (Tuoitrethudo)
Photo: Nguy?n Thanh H?i
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