2026 Chery O5 launched in Malaysia for RM117k - upgraded Omoda 5 FL with DCT, multi-link suspension

Launching today is the Chery O5, which Malaysians are already familiar with under the name it initially launched as, the Chery Omoda 5. The new name belies the fact that, yes, this version is the updated facelift of that model, and brings with it some welcome updates to the B-segment SUV. It now comes in a single high-spec variant at a priced at RM116,800.

The O5 comes included with a 7-year, 150,000km vehicle warranty as well as 5 years of free labour and servicing. However, as per usual with products here from the Chery Group, early bird buyers will get a 10-year, 1,000,000km warranty as well as 4-years of free servicing inclusive of parts and labour.

This facelift of the O5 was first seen revealed in Russia in 2024 before making its way wider into the world, and the first obvious thing to have changed is the front end as well as some other areas of its exterior design.

Interestingly, the Chery O5 now subjectively takes the place of a more subdued option for those in the market for smaller SUV, with the top spot obviously occupied by its recently launched primary competitor, the Proton X50. That said, it will be interesting to see how buyers will react when presented with the option between the O5 and its B-segment stablemate, the Tiggo Cross, which one can argue presents even better value, if less flash.

And yes, despite being called the Chery O5, it will still bear the ‘Omoda’ branding on its badging despite the Omoda C9 being sold under Omoda-Jaecoo Malaysia, as will the upcoming Omoda C7 previewed locally a few months ago. The O5’s front end is more subdued, clearly taking some cues from the Omoda E5, effectively deleting the red accents on the pre-facelift model. There’s also a new set of 18-inch alloy wheels.

At the rear, not much has changed. The design remains identical to the original Omoda 5 launched in 2023 replete with full-width tail lights, the prominent OMODA script, and twin fake tailpipe finishers.

Spec-wise, it’s looking like a mirror of the car in Indonesian-spec, where it’s called the Chery C5. Under the bonnet, we find the same 1.5-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol engine from before, which is also being used to power the Jetour Dashing. It produces 156PS and 230Nm, but now mated to a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) instead of the CVT fitted previously. Its roadholding capabilities should also be improved thanks to a new multi-link rear suspension replacing the outgoing car’s torsion beam.

Stepping inside, Chery has left the cabin almost entirely unaltered in terms of layout, aesthetics, and equipment. Standard far includes a leatherette upholstery, dual 10.25-inch screens for driver’s display and infotainment duties, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, automatic air conditioning (the Tiggo Cross has dual-zone climate as standard), a wireless smartphone charger, and Sony audio.

The O5 will also be fitted with Level 2 ADAS functionality which includes things such as autonomous emergency braking, lane centring assist, rear cross traffic alert, blind spot monitoring and adaptive cruise with stop-and-go. Additionally, there’s a 540-degree camera system and 6 airbags.