Summary
The Omoda 9 is a large plug-in hybrid SUV, and the third Omoda model to arrive in UK showrooms.
The Omoda 9 arrived in the UK in the summer of 2025. It has been on sale in China for a couple of years already, where it is known as the Exeed Yaoguang, and in some other Asian markets where it is called the Exeed RX. Here in Europe, it is offered under the Omoda brand (both brands are part of the giant Chery Automobile company).
Omoda calls its advanced plug-in hybrid drivetrain SHS (super hybrid system), and it provides very good battery range compared to most conventional plug-in hybrid systems from other manufacturers.
The powertrain consists of a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine paired with a 34kWh battery and two electric motors. This gives a power output of about 450hp and an official (UK/EU lab test) battery range of better than 90 miles.
Initial reviews of the Omoda 9 have been mixed. Media titles have praised the car’s sharp pricing and generous equipment levels, while also noting that the Omoda offers a seven-year new car warranty. However, its driving dynamics have not received the same compliments, with journalists criticising its ride and handling balance – Top Gear’s Joe Holding described the driving experience as “forgettable”. The interior also looks sumptuous but some material qualities don’t match the best in the market.
Our own editor at The Car Expert, Stuart Masson, summarised the Omoda 9 as “… a spacious and well-equipped plug-in hybrid SUV, with excellent electric range and plenty of performance, although it lacks the last degree of refinement that premium rivals offer.”
As of July 2025, the Omoda 9 holds a New Car Expert Rating of A, with a score of 72%. It scores top marks for an excellent five-star Euro NCAP safety rating, as well as its low CO2 emissions. However, its running costs are poor (hampered by a high insurance group rating) and its early media review scores have also been sub-par.
Key specifications
Body style: Large SUV
Engines: plug-in hybrid
Price: From £44,990 on-road
Launched: Spring 2025
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA
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Safety rating
Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP
Adult protection: 90%
Child protection: 85%
Vulnerable road users: 81%
Safety assist: 80%
The Omoda 9 scores very highly in Euro NCAP testing, with impressive scores across the board. However, many reviewers have criticised the overly intrusive driver assistance warnings during the UK media launch. Hopefully, Omoda can rectify this via an over-the-air update soon.
Eco rating
Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP
No eco rating
As of July 2025, the Omoda 9 has not been assessed by Green NCAP.
Running cost rating
Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data
Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data
| Fuel consumption | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| Plug-in hybrid models | 202 mpg | A | 202 – 202 mpg | A – A |
| CO₂ output | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| Plug-in hybrid models | 38 g/km | A | 38 – 38 g/km | A – A |
| Battery range | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| Plug-in hybrid models | 93 miles | C | 93 – 93 miles | C – C |
| Insurance group | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| All models | 47 | D | 47 – 47 | D – D |
The Omoda 9 has a mixed bag of running costs, based on initial data available at the car’s UK launch.
Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions inevitably look good, as the official EU/UK government lab tests are woefully inadequate for assessing plug-in hybrids. However, the battery range on the Omoda 9 is excellent, which means that many owners will be able to spend most of their driving using purely electric power.
The insurance group rating is very high, which is likely to mean fairly hefty insurance premiums for many drivers, and we don’t yet have servicing costs available. As soon as we have them, they’ll be published here.
Reliability rating
Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy
No reliability rating
As of July 2025, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Omoda 9 to generate a reliability rating.
The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using workshop and extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy, sourced from both official dealerships and independent workshops.
As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the Omoda 9, we’ll publish the results here.
Recalls
Official DVSA safety recalls that have been issued for the Omoda 9
As of July 2025, we are not aware of any DVSA vehicle safety recalls affecting the Omoda 9. However, this information is updated very regularly so this may have changed.
You can check to see if your car has any outstanding recalls by visiting the DVLA website or contacting your local Omoda dealer.
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