Omoda E5 review (UK): price, range, charging, verdict
The updated Omoda E5 gives you 267 miles of WLTP range, 130 kW rapid charging and a long kit list from £33,065, but its 370-litre boot is small and cheaper rivals match its range.
Our verdict
The Omoda E5 is a well-equipped electric SUV with 267 miles of WLTP range, 130 kW charging and a seven-year warranty from £33,065, and the 2025 update fixed its slow charging. Buy one if you want lots of kit for the money and charge at home; look elsewhere if you need a big boot, tow anything heavier than a small trailer or want the best range for your money.
For
- 267 miles of WLTP range from a 58.9 kWh usable battery, 4.53 miles per kWh on the official test
- Costs 1.4p a mile to charge at home on a 6.5p/kWh off-peak tariff, by our calculation
- 130 kW peak DC charging since the August 2025 update, up from 80 kW
- Generous standard kit: twin 12.3-inch screens, adaptive cruise control, wireless phone mirroring and vehicle-to-load
- Seven-year or 100,000-mile warranty, with an eight-year battery warranty
Against
- 370-litre boot is small for a 4,424 mm SUV and smaller than the Geely EX5's or Leapmotor B10's
- Geely EX5 and Leapmotor B10 cost less and go as far or further
- No independent reliability record yet
- Electrifying.com's tester found rear headroom and foot space tight
This is a data verdict: it rests on manufacturer specifications, UK pricing, independent range testing, reliability surveys and owner reports, not on a road test by EV Compared.
Omoda E5 at a glance
| Price from | £33,065 |
|---|---|
| Battery | 58.9 kWh |
| WLTP range | 267 miles |
| Peak rapid charging | 130 kW |
| Boot | 370 litres |
| Price (November 2026) | Knight £33,065; Noble £34,565 |
| Battery | 58.9 kWh usable (61 kWh gross) |
| WLTP range | 267 miles |
| Power | 155 kW |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Max AC charging | 10.3 kW |
| Max DC charging | 130 kW |
| Boot | 370 litres |
| Seats | 5 |
| Length, width, height | 4,424 mm, 1,830 mm, 1,588 mm |
| Warranty | 7 years / 100,000 miles; battery 8 years |
| Electric Car Grant | Not eligible |
Quick answers
- The Omoda E5 costs £33,065 as the Knight and £34,565 as the Noble in November 2026, on Omoda's on-the-road prices, and neither qualifies for the Electric Car Grant.
- Since an August 2025 update, the E5 has a 58.9 kWh usable battery, a WLTP range of 267 miles and peak DC charging of 130 kW, up from 257 miles and 80 kW at launch.
- Omoda quotes 28 minutes for a 30 to 80% rapid charge, and a full charge on a 7 kW home wallbox takes about 8.4 hours on our sums.
- On our sums the E5 costs 1.4p a mile charged at home at 6.5p/kWh, against 18.1p a mile on public rapid chargers at 82p/kWh.
- The boot holds 370 litres, less than the Geely EX5's 461 litres and the Leapmotor B10's 430 litres.
- Electrifying.com measured 4.2 miles per kWh in the updated E5 on a mostly motorway drive in September 2026, about 248 miles from a charge.
- Euro NCAP's five-star rating for the Omoda 5 was extended to the electric E5 in November 2024.
The Omoda E5 is a fully electric compact SUV that costs £33,065 in November 2026 and, since an August 2025 update, gives you 267 miles of WLTP range and 130 kW rapid charging. It is a well-equipped, efficient car for drivers who charge at home, but its 370-litre boot is small and two cheaper rivals go at least as far.
The E5 is the electric version of the Omoda 5, a coupe-styled SUV 4,424 mm long. Our guide to the Omoda brand covers the rest of the range and the dealer network. EV Compared has not driven the E5: this review rests on Omoda’s published data, government figures and the UK reviews named below.
Verdict: who should buy the Omoda E5, and who should not?
Buy the E5 if you want a lot of equipment and a decent electric range for the money, and you can charge at home. The Knight costs £33,065 for 267 miles of WLTP range, and charged off-peak at home it costs 1.4p a mile to run. Adaptive cruise control, twin 12.3-inch screens, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and vehicle-to-load are all standard, and the seven-year warranty covers 100,000 miles.
Do not buy one if you need a big boot: 370 litres is closer to a family hatchback than an SUV. Skip it, too, if you tow, because Electrifying.com reports a towing limit of 750 kg. And if range for your money is the priority, the Geely EX5 and Leapmotor B10 both cost less and match or beat the E5’s WLTP figure.
What is the Omoda E5, and who makes it?
The Omoda E5 is a five-seat, front-wheel-drive electric SUV made by the Chinese carmaker Chery; Euro NCAP lists it as the Chery Omoda5. In the UK it is sold by Omoda & Jaecoo UK Ltd, which runs Omoda and its sister brand Jaecoo. Our explainer on who makes Omoda cars covers the ownership and factory in more detail.
The E5 arrived in the UK in August 2024 with 257 miles of WLTP range and 80 kW charging. In August 2025, less than a year later, Omoda updated it: Auto Express reported a new 61 kWh battery with higher energy density, range up from 257 to 267 miles and peak charging up from 80 kW to 130 kW. Fleetpoint’s report adds that the battery comes from CATL, AC charging is now 10.3 kW (the launch car took 9.9 kW), and the suspension geometry, steering, front hubs and brakes were all revised. The entry trim was renamed from Comfort to Knight at the same time.
That matters if you are looking at used cars: the 2024 launch cars are slower to charge and go less far than the cars on sale now.
How much is the Omoda E5, and what do the trims include?
The Omoda E5 costs £33,065 as the Knight and £34,565 as the Noble, on Omoda’s on-the-road prices in November 2026. Those prices include £500 delivery and the first year’s vehicle tax. Both trims have the same battery, motor, range and charging speed.
| Trim | Price (Nov 2026) | Battery (usable) | WLTP range | Peak DC charging | Price per mile of range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E5 Knight | £33,065 | 58.9 kWh | 267 miles | 130 kW | £124 |
| E5 Noble | £34,565 | 58.9 kWh | 267 miles | 130 kW | £129 |
Price per mile of range is EV Compared’s figure: list price divided by WLTP miles, as set out in our methodology.
The Knight comes with 18-inch alloy wheels, heated front seats, adaptive cruise control, dual-zone climate control and keyless entry, according to Omoda’s UK specification. Inside are two 12.3-inch screens, one for the driver and one for infotainment, plus connected satellite navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, DAB radio and four speakers. Omoda also lists vehicle-to-load in the boot, a rear-view camera, automatic LED headlights, autonomous emergency braking, lane departure warning, blind spot detection and eight airbags.
None of the E5 range is on the government’s Electric Car Grant list, so there is no grant discount at the dealer. Omoda’s own offers in November 2026 include 0% APR finance on the E5 and, for orders referred by 30 January 2027, a choice of a free Octopus home charger worth up to £1,029 or £1,000 of public charging credit; our report on the E5’s Octopus charger offer explains which is worth more.
For every figure on each version, see our Omoda E5 price and specs page.
Omoda E5 Knight vs Noble: which trim should you choose?
Choose the Knight unless you will use the Noble’s comfort kit every day. The £1,500 step changes nothing about range, performance or charging.
According to Omoda’s UK specification, the Noble adds synthetic leather upholstery, six-way electric adjustment for the front seats, ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, a surround-view camera, a powered tailgate, multi-colour ambient lighting and an eight-speaker Sony stereo.
The Noble also gets a heat pump in Omoda’s specification, which Fleetpoint’s launch report confirms. A heat pump heats the cabin with less energy than a resistive heater, so it helps winter range; if you drive a lot in cold weather, that is the strongest reason to pay for the Noble. Electrifying.com’s tester, Sam Burnett, lists slightly different trim contents in his review, so ask the dealer to confirm the kit on the car you order.
What is the Omoda E5’s range, WLTP versus real world?
The Omoda E5 has a WLTP range of 267 miles from a 58.9 kWh usable battery, which is 61 kWh gross. That works out at 4.53 miles per kWh on the official test, EV Compared’s figure from WLTP range divided by usable battery capacity.
Testers’ real-world results come close. Electrifying.com measured 4.2 miles per kWh in the updated car on mostly motorway roads in warm weather, which works out at about 248 miles from a full battery. On the launch car, with its 257-mile WLTP figure, Auto Express recorded about 3.8 miles per kWh in cool weather and just over 230 miles of range, and Auto Trader’s test averaged 3.7 miles per kWh.
Range drops in winter, when the battery is cold and the heater draws power, and charging slows too; our explainer on why EVs charge more slowly in cold weather explains why.
How fast does the Omoda E5 charge?
The updated E5 charges at up to 130 kW on a public rapid charger, and Omoda quotes 28 minutes to go from 30 to 80%. At home it accepts up to 10.3 kW on AC, and a full charge on a 7 kW wallbox takes about 8.4 hours on our sums, so it fills overnight.
| Where you charge | Charging power | Time | Cost of a full charge (58.9 kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home 7 kW wallbox, off-peak (6.5p/kWh) | 7 kW | About 8.4 hours, 0 to 100% (EV Compared) | £3.83 |
| Home, standard rate at the price cap (26.32p/kWh) | 7 kW | About 8.4 hours, 0 to 100% (EV Compared) | £15.50 |
| Public rapid charger (82p/kWh) | Up to 130 kW | 28 minutes, 30 to 80% (Omoda) | £48.30 |
The wallbox time uses the slower of 7 kW and the car’s onboard charger, and the costs ignore charging losses. Omoda does not publish a 10 to 80% time. The 6.5p rate is Intelligent Octopus Go’s smart charging rate, the 26.32p rate is Ofgem’s average Direct Debit unit rate from October to December 2026, and 82p is Zapmap’s October 2026 average for rapid and ultra-rapid chargers.
The jump from 80 kW to 130 kW is the most useful change in the 2025 update. Testers of the launch car, including Driving Electric and The Car Expert, criticised its charging speed; the current car is no longer slow by class standards, though the Leapmotor B10’s 168 kW is quicker. The charging flap sits in the nose, The Car Expert notes, so you will usually park nose-first at a charger.
For choosing a home wallbox, our partner site Best Chargers compares chargers and installation.
What does the Omoda E5 cost to run?
Charged at home on a 6.5p/kWh off-peak tariff, the E5 costs 1.4p a mile, or £115 over 8,000 miles. Those figures use the WLTP efficiency of 4.53 miles per kWh and ignore charging losses.
| How you charge | Pence per mile | Cost over 8,000 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Home, off-peak at 6.5p/kWh | 1.4p | £115 |
| Home, price cap rate of 26.32p/kWh (October to December 2026) | 5.8p | £464 |
| Public rapid charger at 82p/kWh (Zapmap, October 2026) | 18.1p | £1,447 |
The gap is the main reason the E5 suits drivers with a driveway. Relying on rapid chargers costs more than 12 times as much per mile as charging overnight at home off-peak.
Insurance. Driving Electric listed the launch car in insurance group 34 for the Comfort and 35 for the Noble. Auto Trader reports that Omoda has worked with Thatcham Research on repair methods to help keep premiums down.
Vehicle tax. The first year’s tax is included in Omoda’s on-the-road price, at the £10 rate for zero emission cars. From the second year the E5 pays the standard rate of £200 a year, according to gov.uk. Its list price is well below the £50,000 threshold at which electric cars pay the expensive car supplement.
Company car tax. Electric company cars are taxed on 4% of their list price in the 2026 to 2027 tax year, according to HMRC. That makes the E5 a cheap company car next to a petrol SUV, though company car drivers should still compare it with the Geely EX5, which costs less.
How big is the boot, and how practical is the Omoda E5?
The Omoda E5 has a 370-litre boot with the rear seats up. That is small for an SUV of this length: the Geely EX5 offers 461 litres and the Leapmotor B10 430 litres. Auto Express compared the launch car’s boot with a Volkswagen Golf’s rather than with rival SUVs, and noted that a space-saver spare wheel is standard, which is rare in an electric car.
The E5 measures 4,424 mm long, 1,830 mm wide without mirrors and 1,588 mm tall, on a 2,630 mm wheelbase. It seats five.
Rear space is the weak spot. Electrifying.com’s Sam Burnett called it “on the good side of acceptable”, fine for two average-sized adults, but found headroom tighter than in a Volkswagen ID.3 or Kia Niro EV and very little foot space under the front seats. Auto Trader’s Catherine King found the middle seat a squeeze, and Driving Electric’s Shane Wilkinson noted that the high floor gives limited thigh support.
The towing limit is 750 kg, according to Electrifying.com, which rules out most caravans. Vehicle-to-load lets you run an appliance from a socket in the boot, at up to 3.3 kW on Electrifying.com’s figure.
What the testers say about the Omoda E5
UK reviewers agree the E5 is strong on equipment and value and less polished than the best rivals. The summaries below are their findings, not EV Compared’s. Most full UK reviews were written about the 2024 launch car, before the charging and chassis update, so we say which car each tester drove.
Electrifying.com (updated car) reviewed the E5 in September 2026. Sam Burnett found it easy to get on with, quiet and good on the motorway with its adaptive cruise control, with neutral handling that “rewards a more sedate approach”. He called it “a head purchase rather than a heart one”: you buy it for its price and equipment, and the upgrades mean you give up less to get them. He criticised the tight rear space and USB ports hidden on the passenger side of the dashboard, and the review’s list of cons notes a very competitive field in which the E5 does not excel anywhere.
Auto Express (launch car) gave the E5 3.5 out of 5 in October 2024. Alex Ingram found the cabin “looks more expensive than the price will have you believe”, though the faux leather felt less premium, and judged the car “decent to drive” with precise steering, but noted torque steer, easy wheelspin in the wet and over-keen regenerative braking. His conclusion: “There’s a lot of promise to the Omoda E5.”
Driving Electric (launch car) also scored it 3.5 out of 5. Shane Wilkinson listed among its strengths that it “feels pricier than it actually is” and is “pretty good to drive”, and among its weaknesses “not the most refined powertrain”, limited charging speed and irritating infotainment; using wireless phone mirroring shuts down the car’s own software.
Auto Trader (launch car) rated it 3.5 out of 5 in October 2024. Catherine King found it “well equipped for the price” and said the ride “copes admirably with rough surfaces”, but heard road and wind noise at motorway speeds, found the lane assist “twitchy” and concluded that it “lacks some finesse compared to well-known rivals”.
Is the Omoda E5 safe and reliable?
The E5 carries a five-star Euro NCAP rating. Euro NCAP rated the petrol Omoda 5 in December 2022 at 87% for adult occupants, 87% for child occupants, 68% for vulnerable road users and 88% for safety assist, and added the electric E5 to that rating in November 2024. Omoda says the E5 went through additional frontal offset and oblique pole crash tests, which also checked the integrity of its high-voltage battery, before the rating was extended.
There is no independent reliability record yet. Auto Trader rated reliability 3 out of 5 because Omoda is new to the UK, and the oldest UK cars are only just over two years old. The warranty is Omoda’s answer: seven years or 100,000 miles on the car and eight years on the battery, with RAC Home Start included, according to Fleetpoint.
The DVSA’s vehicle recall checker lets you look up any car by registration number, which is the reliable way to check a specific E5, new or used, before you buy.
Which rivals should you compare with the Omoda E5?
The closest electric rivals on price are the Geely EX5 and Leapmotor B10, and both cost less than the E5 Knight. The other cars near its price from Chinese brands are plug-in hybrids, with 56 miles of electric range before the petrol engine takes over.
| Car | List price (Nov 2026) | WLTP range (electric range for plug-in hybrids) | Peak DC charging | Boot |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chery Tiggo 7 Super Hybrid Aspire (plug-in hybrid) | £29,995 | 56 miles | 40 kW | 565 litres |
| Geely EX5 SE (electric) | £31,990 | 267 miles | 120 kW | 461 litres |
| Omoda 7 SHS-P Knight (plug-in hybrid) | £32,005 | 56 miles | 40 kW | 590 litres |
| Leapmotor B10 67.1 kWh (electric) | £32,495 | 270 miles | 168 kW | 430 litres |
| Omoda E5 Knight (electric) | £33,065 | 267 miles | 130 kW | 370 litres |
| Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid Aspire (plug-in hybrid) | £33,545 | 56 miles | 40 kW | 117 litres |
| Omoda E5 Noble (electric) | £34,565 | 267 miles | 130 kW | 370 litres |
| Jaecoo 7 Luxury SHS-P (plug-in hybrid) | £35,170 | 56 miles | 40 kW | 500 litres |
On list price per mile of WLTP range, the E5 Knight’s £124 compares with £120 for both the Geely EX5 and the Leapmotor B10. The E5 is the most efficient of the three on the WLTP test, so it is the cheapest to charge: 1.4p a mile at home off-peak, against 1.5p for the EX5 and 1.6p for the B10.
Geely EX5. The EX5 costs £1,075 less than the E5 Knight with the same 267-mile WLTP range, a bigger 461-litre boot and an eight-year or 125,000-mile warranty. Its peak charging speed of 120 kW is a little below the E5’s.
Leapmotor B10. The B10 costs £570 less, goes 270 miles on the WLTP test, charges at up to 168 kW and has a 430-litre boot. Its warranty is shorter, at four years or 60,000 miles against Omoda’s seven years.
Jaecoo E5. Omoda’s sister brand sells its own electric SUV; our Jaecoo 5 / E5 review explains how it compares on price, space and charging.
The plug-in hybrids. The Omoda 7, Chery Tiggo 7, Chery Tiggo 8 and Jaecoo 7 are plug-in hybrids with 56 miles of electric range each, and most have far bigger boots than the E5. The Tiggo 8 seats seven, with 117 litres of boot space when all seven seats are in use. Our Chery Tiggo 7 and 8 review covers how those two work in daily use.
Plug-in hybrids suit drivers who cannot yet charge at home or who tow. The Jaecoo 7 plug-in hybrid, with 56 miles of electric range, can pull 1,500 kg braked, twice the E5’s limit.
Should you buy an Omoda E5?
Yes, if you want a well-equipped electric SUV around £33,000 and you can charge at home. The Knight gives 267 miles of WLTP range, 130 kW charging, twin screens, adaptive cruise control and a seven-year warranty for £33,065, and it costs 1.4p a mile to run on an off-peak tariff. Couples, small families with light luggage and drivers who value a quiet, comfortable motorway car will find a lot to like, and the Noble’s heat pump and heated steering wheel make sense if you drive a lot in winter.
No, if you need boot space, a proper towing limit or a roomy back seat: the 370-litre boot, 750 kg towing limit and tight rear headroom all fall short of the best rivals. No, too, if you want the most range for your money, because the Geely EX5 and Leapmotor B10 cost less for the same or more WLTP range. And if you are buying used, make sure you know whether the car is a 2024 launch model with 80 kW charging or an updated one with 130 kW.
This verdict rests on published data and the UK reviews cited above; EV Compared has not driven the Omoda E5.
How we test and where our numbers come from
Range figures are official WLTP combined values taken from manufacturer UK specification pages, with real-world estimates drawn from independent comparative testing. Prices are UK list prices at the time of the latest update. Tax, grant and charging-scheme figures come from GOV.UK and HMRC publications. We re-check every guide when pricing, specification or policy changes. Last checked 10 November 2026. How we work out our own figures.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Omoda E5 in the UK?
The Omoda E5 costs £33,065 in Knight trim and £34,565 in Noble trim in November 2026, on Omoda's on-the-road prices, which include delivery and the first year's vehicle tax. The E5 is not on the government's Electric Car Grant list, so there is no grant discount on either trim.
What is the difference between the Omoda E5 Knight and Noble?
The Noble adds comfort kit, not range or performance. For £1,500 more it gets synthetic leather, six-way powered front seats, ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, a surround-view camera, a powered tailgate, a heat pump, ambient lighting and an eight-speaker Sony stereo, according to Omoda's UK specification.
What is the real-world range of the Omoda E5?
About 248 miles in warm weather, on Electrifying.com's test of the updated car, which measured 4.2 miles per kWh on a mostly motorway drive. The official WLTP figure is 267 miles from a 58.9 kWh usable battery, and range falls in cold weather.
How fast does the Omoda E5 charge?
The updated Omoda E5 charges at up to 130 kW on a public rapid charger, and Omoda quotes 28 minutes for 30 to 80%. At home it takes up to 10.3 kW on AC, and a full charge on a 7 kW wallbox takes about 8.4 hours on our calculation.
Who makes the Omoda E5?
Omoda is a brand of the Chinese carmaker Chery, and Euro NCAP lists the car as the Chery Omoda5. In the UK it is sold by Omoda & Jaecoo UK Ltd, which also sells the related Jaecoo models. The E5 is the fully electric version of the Omoda 5 SUV.
Is the Omoda E5 safe?
Yes, on Euro NCAP's assessment. The petrol Omoda 5 earned five stars in December 2022, with 87% for adult occupants and 88% for safety assist, and Euro NCAP added the electric E5 to that rating in November 2024 after extra crash tests covering the battery.
Is the Omoda E5 a good car?
It is good value rather than class-leading. UK testers praise its equipment, cabin and refinement, and the 2025 update fixed its slow charging, but the boot is small and the Geely EX5 and Leapmotor B10 cost less for similar or more range.
Sources and further reading
- omodaauto.co.ukOmoda 5 and E5: E5 Electric specification and pricesOn-the-road prices of £33,065 (Knight) and £34,565 (Noble) including £500 delivery and £65 VED and first registration fee, 61 kWh battery, 267-mile WLTP range, 211 PS and 288 Nm, 106 mph top speed, 28 minutes for 30 to 80%, dimensions, 2,630 mm wheelbase, 370-litre boot, five seats, seven-year warranty, trim equipment and the 0% APR finance offer (checked 10 November 2026).
- omodaauto.co.ukOctopus Energy offerFree Octopus home charger up to £1,029 or £1,000 of Electroverse credit for E5 buyers, referral window 9 October 2026 to 30 January 2027, exclusions (checked 10 November 2026).
- autoexpress.co.ukOmoda 5 and E5 receive substantial upgrades after less than a year on saleAugust 2025 update: range from 257 to 267 miles, peak charging from 80 kW to 130 kW, Knight and Noble trims, E5 from £33,065, suspension, steering, hub and brake changes (7 August 2025).
- fleetpoint.orgOMODA E5 MY25 updateNew CATL 61 kWh battery, 130 kW DC and 10.3 kW AC charging, heat pump on Noble, chassis changes, Knight and Noble prices, warranty and RAC Home Start (11 August 2025).
- electrifying.comOmoda E5 reviewSam Burnett's review of the updated car: 4.2 miles per kWh on a mostly motorway drive (about 248 miles), rear space, handling and verdict, 750 kg towing limit, 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load (10 September 2026).
- autoexpress.co.ukNew Omoda E5 2024 review: promising electric SUV newbieAlex Ingram's review of the launch car: 3.5 out of 5, about 230 miles and 3.8 miles per kWh in cool weather, driving and cabin findings, boot compared with a Volkswagen Golf, space-saver spare (17 October 2024).
- drivingelectric.comOmoda E5 reviewShane Wilkinson's review of the launch car: 3.5 out of 5, insurance groups 34 (Comfort) and 35 (Noble), rear thigh support, pros and cons (24 October 2024).
- autotrader.co.ukOmoda E5 reviewCatherine King's review of the launch car: 3.5 out of 5, ride, noise, rear space, 3.7 miles per kWh, reliability rated 3 out of 5, Thatcham repair work (8 October 2024).
- thecarexpert.co.ukOmoda E5 test driveFive-star Omoda 5 Euro NCAP rating extended to the E5 in November 2024; criticism of 80 kW charging; charging flap in the nose (8 November 2024).
- euroncap.comChery Omoda5 (2022) Euro NCAP resultsRating published 7 December 2022: 87% adult occupant, 87% child occupant, 68% vulnerable road users, 88% safety assist; variant added 13 November 2024.
- wheels-alive.co.ukElectric Omoda E5 gains Euro NCAP five-star safety ratingOmoda's statement that the E5 underwent additional frontal offset and oblique pole crash tests covering its safety and the integrity of its high-voltage battery (23 November 2024).
- gov.ukVehicle tax rates£10 first-year rate and £200 standard rate for zero emission cars; expensive car supplement on electric cars with a list price above £50,000.
- gov.ukCompany car benefit: the appropriate percentage (480: Appendix 2)4% appropriate percentage for zero emission company cars in 2026 to 2027.
- gov.ukElectric Car Grant: eligible carsNo Omoda, Jaecoo or Chery model listed in either grant band (checked 10 November 2026).
- gov.ukCheck if a vehicle, part or accessory has been recalledDVSA recall checker, searchable by registration number.
- ofgem.gov.ukEnergy price cap: unit rates and standing charges by regionAverage Direct Debit electricity unit rate of 26.32p/kWh from 1 October to 31 December 2026.
- octopus.energyIntelligent Octopus Go6.5p/kWh smart charging rate for eligible cars (checked 10 November 2026).
- zapmap.comZapmap charging price index82p/kWh average pay-as-you-go price on rapid and ultra-rapid chargers in October 2026.
- geelyauto.co.ukGeely EX5EX5 SE from £31,990 with 267 miles of WLTP range; eight-year or 125,000-mile warranty (checked 10 November 2026).
- leapmotor.netLeapmotor B10B10 67.1 kWh: up to 270 miles WLTP, 168 kW DC, 430-litre boot, four-year or 60,000-mile warranty (checked 10 November 2026).
- omodaauto.co.ukOmoda 7Omoda 7 SHS-P Knight plug-in hybrid at £32,005, 56 miles of electric range, 590-litre boot (checked 10 November 2026).
- cherycar.co.ukChery Tiggo 7 Super HybridTiggo 7 plug-in hybrid from £29,995, 56 miles of electric range, 565-litre boot (checked 10 November 2026).
- cherycar.co.ukChery Tiggo 8 Super HybridTiggo 8 plug-in hybrid from £33,545, 56 miles of electric range, seven seats, 117-litre boot with all seats in use (checked 10 November 2026).
- jaecoo.co.ukJaecoo 7Jaecoo 7 Luxury SHS-P plug-in hybrid at £35,170, 56 miles of electric range, 500-litre boot, 1,500 kg braked towing (checked 10 November 2026).
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