Chinese Chery subsidiary brand Omoda has upgraded entry-level models of the C5 crossover range with a bold front grille. The new Street+ and mid-tier Style X derivatives follow the introduction of the Luxury X and Elegance X, launched earlier this year.
The Street+ receives a significant boost in performance thanks to the adoption of the company’s 1.5l four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine. Compared with the naturally aspirated unit it replaces, power rises from 83kW to 115kW while torque increases from 138Nm to 230Nm. Drive is sent to the front wheels via a continuously variable transmission with Eco and Sport modes.
The model retains its MacPherson strut front and torsion-beam rear suspension, with disc brakes all round and ventilated units up front. Despite its entry-level positioning, the Street+ comes standard with 17-inch alloy wheels, heated mirrors, black fabric upholstery, air conditioning, rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, automatic headlights, cruise control, keyless entry and push-button start.
A 10.25-inch touchscreen provides wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while the audio system has been upgraded from four to six speakers.
Sitting above it, the new Style X replaces the CVT with a dual-clutch transmission aimed at improving efficiency and performance. Omoda claims the change has reduced fuel consumption from 7.4l/100km to 6.9l/100km and cut the 0–100km/h time to nine seconds — 0.9 seconds quicker than before. Three drive modes are offered: Eco, Normal and Sport.
The Style X also switches to a more sophisticated multilink rear suspension. This not only improves the overall driving experience but also avails increased luggage capacity — 442l (+64l), expanding to 1,149l with the rear seats folded. The Street+ and Style X are equipped with ABS with EBD, stability control, dual front and front side airbags, and ISOFIX child-seat mounts.
The company also launched the new and larger Omoda C7 this month.
All models come with a five-year/150,000km warranty, a two-year/25,000km service plan and a 10-year/1-million-kilometre engine warranty.
Pricing
- Street+: R339,900
- Style X: R374,900
- Luxury X: R425,900
- Elegance X: R465,900
