Omoda just launched its first ever full hybrid and it comes with Sony speakers and ventilated seats
Published on Jan 23, 2026 at 12:27 PM (UTC+4)
by Molly Davidson
Last updated on Jan 23, 2026 at 1:43 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Emma Matthews
Omoda has just ticked off a major first for the brand.
It’s launched its very first full hybrid SUV, and it’s landing in a market that takes electrification seriously.
On paper, it looks like a sensible move, but the spec list hints at something more deliberate.
Because this one isn’t just about efficiency, it’s about feeling properly equipped.
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Omoda’s first full hybrid SUV is aiming higher than you’d expect
The new Omoda 5 SHS-H sits neatly between the regular Omoda 5 petrol model and the fully electric E5, giving buyers a middle ground that doesn’t ask them to rethink how they drive.
It’s the brand’s first full hybrid anywhere, and a clear signal of where Omoda wants to grow next.
The powertrain pairs a 1.5-liter turbo engine with a hybrid system and a dedicated DHT automatic transmission, producing a combined 201hp.
That’s enough to push the front-wheel-drive SUV from 0-62mph in 7.9 seconds, which is brisk for this class.
Efficiency is doing a lot of the heavy lifting here.
Omoda claims a combined range of more than 650 miles and fuel economy of up to 53MPG (WLTP), thanks in part to a 1.83kWh battery pack that charges itself as you drive.
Pricing in the UK starts at about $32,700 (£25,740), placing it firmly in the compact hybrid SUV fight.
It’s not bargain-basement cheap, but Omoda is clearly betting that buyers will notice what they’re getting for the money.
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The spec choices reveal who Omoda is really targeting
That value pitch becomes clearer when you look at the trim levels.
Even the entry-level Knight model comes loaded with 18-inch alloy wheels, full LED lighting, dual 12.3-inch screens, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, voice control, and a full suite of driver-assistance tech.
Step up to the Noble trim and the tone shifts.
You get a 540-degree surround-view camera, ambient lighting, heated and ventilated front seats, and an eight-speaker Sony sound system – features you don’t always expect in this segment.
The top version lands at roughly $37,200 (£29,240).
There are also subtle design updates for 2026, including a new grille, revised bumpers, refreshed wheels, and a wide color palette with optional dual-tone finishes.
Add a seven-year or 100,000-mile vehicle warranty and an eight-year battery warranty, and Omoda is clearly leaning on reassurance as much as tech.
Backed by Chery Automobile, Omoda has been positioning itself as a smarter, more premium export brand.
With the 5 SHS-H, Omoda’s hybrid debut leans hard on equipment, not excuses.
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With roles at TEXT Journal, Bowen Street Press, Onya Magazine, and Swine Magazine on her CV, Molly joined Supercar Blondie in June 2025 as a Junior Content Writer. Having experience across copyediting, proofreading, reference checking, and production, she brings accuracy, clarity, and audience focus to her stories spanning automotive, tech, and lifestyle news.
