The futuristic new SUV joins the C5 and E5 under Chery’s Omoda sub-brand in Mzansi.
Citizen Automotive was in Wuhu, China for the global debut of the Omoda C7. It is the follow-up model to the C5 crossover and C5 GT offering launched locally by Chery sub-brand last year.
Watch the opening of the Omoda C7
Motorcycle manufacturers are moving quickly into the era of electrification. So it’s no surprise that Omoda is launching products that include a complete range of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. These include the incoming all-electric E5 and the Omoda C7.
The average age of car buyers is decreasing. Omoda is confident they can offer cutting-edge technology to consumers with the new C7 SUVs.
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The Omoda C7 features an ultra-sensitive intelligent cockpit equipped with a 15.6-inch sliding display and an incredible panoramic sound immersive audio system with 12+2 speakers. It features millions of levels of tuning offering a concert hall quality sound experience.
Then there is four-zone sound interaction for a comprehensive and precise response to occupant needs as well as an intelligent fragrance system combined with ENC active noise cancellation that creates a fresh, serene and comfortable travel space.
Hybrid technology
The Omoda C7 uses the latest hybrid powertrain architecture, balancing performance, fuel consumption and driving experience. And extreme energy saving mode allows the Omoda C7 to achieve a claimed range of 1,200 km with a full fuel tank and a fully charged battery. Ensuring that almost any destination can be reached without needing to recharge, eliminating any worries you may have. And save a little cash at the same time.
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The innovative caged energy-absorbing compartment and 6S airbag retention technology ensure that the young and young at heart stay safe.
The Omoda C7 features more futuristic styling, a smarter cockpit, more extreme driving control and safer protection, creating an uncompromising and future-leading travel experience for young users.
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Big things ahead
While we wait for a local launch date for the C7, we can confirm that the budget-friendly sub R400,000 C5 will launch alongside the C7 launch. C5 and C5 GT quick. And the all-electric E5 is coming in the second half of this year.
Keep watching this space as there’s also talk of an all-electric J6 off-roader, a larger full-house C9, and even a compact C3 coming soon.