ADAS / safety-system over-sensitivity
MinorSteeringThe lane-keep and emergency-lane systems can be too eager, leading to repeated alerts or steering nudges on narrow UK roads.
Est. Repair Cost: £0 (software update)
Reliability GuideCommon Problems with the
Common Problems with the
2024 Omoda 5
The Omoda 5 and electric E5 launched in the UK in August 2024, marking Chery's entry under the Omoda brand. The petrol model offered strong equipment at under £25,000, while the E5 provided an affordable EV option, though both faced criticism for firm ride quality and intrusive ADAS systems.
What changed for 2024
- •UK market launch in August 2024
- •Omoda 5 petrol from £25,235, E5 electric from £33,055
- •1.6L turbo petrol with 7-speed DCT
- •Five-star Euro NCAP rating
- •7-year/100,000-mile warranty
Common MOT watch-outs
- !Firm ride on 18-inch wheels over UK road imperfections
- !Dual-clutch gearbox hesitation at low speed
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Infotainment / 360 Camera Glitches
MinorElectrics & ElectronicsEarly owners have reported occasional freezes of the 360-degree camera feed or the dual-screen infotainment system, usually requiring a system restart.
Est. Repair Cost: £0 (Software fix)
Poor Real-World Fuel Economy (Petrol)
MinorFuel SystemThe 1.6L petrol engine often struggles to match its official MPG figures in real-world UK driving, frequently averaging in the low 30s.
Est. Repair Cost: £0 (Higher fuel running costs)
7-speed DCT hesitation at low speed
MinorGearbox & TransmissionSome petrol cars feel hesitant or slightly abrupt when creeping in traffic or making tight parking manoeuvres, which is usually calibration-related rather than a hard fault.
Est. Repair Cost: £0–£250
Buying Tips for 2024 Omoda 5
- ✓Test the ADAS systems on narrow B-roads—intrusiveness is a common complaint
- ✓Check real-world fuel economy on the petrol model—it often falls below 35mpg
- ✓Inspect panel alignment and paintwork for build quality consistency