Omoda pricing for line-up
Omoda Jaecoo, New Zealand’s newest automotive brand, has been officially launched along with a sponsorship deal with an environmental charity.
Three models, each with two variants, are now available at the company’s nationwide network with the Omoda E5 BX positioned as the country’s lowest recommended retail priced battery electric vehicle (BEV) at launch.
The range, which was revealed at a glitzy event at Auckland’s Viaduct Centre on April 11, consists of:
• The Omoda C5 1.5T BX from $29,990, plus on-road costs, and the C5 1.5T EX from $34,990.
• The C5 1.6T GT, which is priced from $37,990, and the C5 1.6GT AWD from $39,990.
• Omoda’s E5 BX, which starts with an introductory price of $47,990, and the range-topping E5 EX from $54,990.
“Our commitment to offering competitive pricing represents not just value, but dedication to accessibility, innovation and exceeding the expectations of Kiwi drivers,” Sheldon Humphries, Omoda Jaecoo’s country manager.
The company has also announced a partnership with one of Aotearoa’s longest-standing environmental charities on the back of releasing the E5.
“We hope that by partnering with Keep New Zealand Beautiful, we will cement our commitment to New Zealand and to supporting the work of this important organisation for future generations,” says Humphries.
Heather Saunderson, chief executive of the charity, adds: “We look forward to working together to make a positive impact, and supporting the many initiatives we have in place through schools and the community as well as our online resources”.
Lowdown on line-up
The E5 BX, pictured, features an eco-friendly lithium iron-phosphate battery with a range of 430km range and rapid charging from 30-80 per cent in 28 minutes.
The marque says the car delivers a “futuristic” motoring experience and its dashboard design is typically electric minimalist.
Most functions are accessed through its dual 24.6-inch digital screens, both under one glass panel, while its advanced safety features include blind-spot monitoring and automatic emergency braking.
The BEV’s EX variant adds the likes of powered, heated and ventilated front seats, and a heated steering wheel. It also comes with 64-colour ambient lighting, a powered tailgate and sunroof, rear privacy glass and a 360-degree surround monitor.
The fully electric compact crossover, which comes in at 4,424mm long, is powered by a 61kWh battery pack and has a 150kW and 340Nm motor that drives the front wheels.
The C5 comes with a choice of engines. The turbocharged 1.5-litre produces 108kW of power and 210Nm of torque mated to a continuously variable transmission. The 1.6 GT’s outputs are 147kW and 290Nm.
Its advanced technology includes dual 10.25-inch screens and an AI voice-command system. Wireless charging, LED headlights and driver-assistance systems come as standard, while the premium model adds a 360-degree surround camera and front and rear-parking sensors.
All Omoda models come with a seven-year warranty, an AA roadside assistance package of up to seven years and an eight-year or 60,000km battery warranty for EV models.
Humphries says: “Kiwis trust the AA to deliver exceptional service. Now our customers can have complete confidence when out for a drive without worry should they face any mechanical hiccups.”
The company plans to release eight models on our shores over the next two years under the Omoda and Jaecoo brands, the latter of which are designed mostly for the off-road market.
