Cherry Omoda E5 EV To Launch By Mid-2024, To Rival MG ZS EV
Chinese domination across various international markets is becoming more pronounced with each passing day!
Chinese automaker Cherry will launch the Omoda E5 EV by the middle of this year (2024) in Australia. Note that Cherry already offers the petrol variant of the Omoda 5 in the Australian market which retails for $32,990 AUD drive-away. Its electric counterpart will lock horns with the likes of the BYD Atto 3, MG ZS EV and Hyundai Kona Electric.
Cherry Omoda E5 EV Australia Launch In Mid-2024
All details about the specifications of the Omoda E5 are not available. Still, Cherry already announced that the Omoda E5 will come with a single-motor configuration. It will generate a healthy 150 kW (201 hp) and 340 Nm (251 lb-ft) of maximum power and torque. The international model boasts a 61 kWh battery pack to offer a decent range of 430 km (267 miles) on the WLTP cycle. This configuration propels the EV from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 7.6 seconds. It is possible that the Australian variant will come equipped with this powertrain.
Specs (exp.)
Cherry Omoda E5 EV
Battery
61 kWh
Range (WLTP)
430 km (267 miles)
Power
150 kW (201 hp)
Torque
340 Nm (251 lb-ft)
Acceleration (0–100 km/h) or (0–62 mph)
7.6 seconds
Cherry Omoda E5 EV Price
While there are no official announcements from the Chinese automaker, we can make some logical guesses. For reference, we know that the petrol trim ranges between $32,990 AUD to $35,990 AUD. The electric versions of petrol cars generally command a significant premium over the ICE variants. Therefore, the prices will be considerably higher than these.
Interior And Features
Inside the cabin, we expect the electric version of the Omoda 5 to borrow components from the petrol avatar. This could include a 12.3-inch curved infotainment display, a panoramic sunroof, a digital instrument cluster, ambient lighting, soft-touch materials, plenty of storage spaces, premium door panels and more. All in all, it will offer the latest tech and convenience to pamper its occupants.
Learn Electric Cars Says
The EV sales are on a sharp incline not just in Australia, but across the globe. This has particularly been the case in the last couple of years. Mass adoption of electric cars is faster than ever. More carmakers are announcing ambitious plans to go carbon-neutral in the coming years. At the moment, electrification seems like the only route to achieve it.
Moreover, China is the biggest EV market in the world. Its carmakers have experienced immense success in domestic market. Now they are aiming to dominate the global landscape. This is yet another example of that strategy. Let us keep a close eye on what is to follow next.
Originally published at https://learnelectriccars.com on February 18, 2024.
