OMODA vs JAECOO vs CHERY: THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO CHINESE BRANDS 2026

Three Chinese brands, one holding company, one market. When you look at European prices and showrooms, it seems like Omoda, Jaecoo, and Chery are competitors. In reality, they're more like different stops within the same family - each with its own positioning, each targeting different customers. Before you buy, you need to know which one to choose.

 

WHO IS WHO? THE FAMILY STORY OF THREE BRANDS

All three brands come from Chery Automobile Co., Ltd., one of the largest automakers in China. They share the same engines, platforms, and core technologies - but they target completely different customers through design and positioning. Pricing is similar across comparable models, but the real differentiation is about design language and target audience.

Omoda - targets younger, urban buyers with stylish, coupe-inspired SUVs (like Omoda 5 and Omoda E5). Modern, sleek design identity. Young energy and design-forward approach. Available in European markets since 2023 - already over 5,400 sales in H1 2025 (1).

Jaecoo - offers more premium, rugged, off-road styled SUVs (like Jaecoo 7). Traditional, bold design language. Positioning as the adventure-ready, tough option within the Chery family.

Chery (Tiggo series) - family-focused, mainstream brand. Functional design with broad appeal. Covers segments A through D. The core family brand anchoring the entire group.

 

SEGMENT COMPARISON

SEGMENT A/B: SUPER BUDGET (Tiggo 4 HEV)

BRAND	MODEL	POSITION	AC CHARGING
Chery	Tiggo 4 HEV	Most affordable	6.6 kW

What is it? A hybrid SUV the size of a small hatchback. No battery here - this is a traditional hybrid, gasoline engine plus electric motor. No plug-in charging option (2).

For whom? For people who want fuel efficiency without the complexity of BEV technology. No need for permanent charging infrastructure or range anxiety.

Charging? Not applicable - hybrid vehicle.

 

SEGMENT B: COMPACT (Omoda 5, Jaecoo 5, Omoda E5, Jaecoo E5)

Omoda 5 (petrol) - 107,900 PLN (25,090 EUR / 21,800 GBP). 1.5T gasoline engine. For buyers seeking affordable vehicles with good equipment.

Omoda 5 Hybrid - 116,500 PLN (27,100 EUR / 23,540 GBP). 1.5T gasoline plus electric motor. More efficient than petrol, no charging stress.

Jaecoo 5 - 104,900 PLN (24,400 EUR / 21,190 GBP). 1.5T gasoline. More conservative design than Omoda 5.

 

THE ELECTRIC DUOPOLY: OMODA E5 vs JAECOO E5

This is where the interesting game begins. Omoda E5 and Jaecoo E5 are essentially the same car on the same platform. The only difference? Front, rear, and the badge.

OMODA E5 (BEV)

Specification:

• Battery: 61 kWh (LFP)
• Range: ~430 km WLTP
• AC Charging: 11 kW (230V 3-phase)
• DC Fast Charging: Yes (estimated 7-8 hours to 100%)
• Price: 139,900 PLN (32,540 EUR / 28,270 GBP)
• Acceleration: 0-100 km/h in approximately 9 seconds (160 kW motor)

Detailed article: Omoda E5 - Complete Home Charging Guide

For whom? City dwellers seeking a modern, affordable BEV. Families with home or workplace 3-phase charging infrastructure. Those who charge mainly at night at home.

 

JAECOO E5 (BEV)

Specification:

• Battery: 61 kWh (LFP) - identical to Omoda E5
• Range: ~430 km WLTP
• AC Charging: 11 kW (230V 3-phase)
• Price: 139,900 PLN (32,540 EUR / 28,270 GBP)

Detailed article: Jaecoo E5 - Complete Home Charging Guide

Difference vs Omoda E5: More conservative, traditional design. Interior uses more conventional materials. Price: Identical (!) - here Jaecoo doesn't command a premium for "premium" positioning.

For whom? Someone who prefers Jaecoo's front/rear styling. Those who don't want to follow the "modern EV trend" too obviously.

 

SEGMENT C: MID-SIZE (Jaecoo 7, Omoda 7, Tiggo 7)

Here the situation gets more complex. Omoda 7 comes as a PHEV only, while Jaecoo 7 is available in three variants: petrol, hybrid, PHEV.

JAECOO 7 VARIANTS

Jaecoo 7 (Petrol) - 130,900 PLN (30,440 EUR / 26,450 GBP). 1.5T engine (147 kW). Most affordable in segment C.

Jaecoo 7 Hybrid (HEV) - 139,900 PLN (32,540 EUR / 28,270 GBP). 1.5T plus electric motor. 175 kW combined. Approximately 30% better efficiency than petrol.

Jaecoo 7 Super Hybrid (PHEV) - 150,900 PLN (35,090 EUR / 30,480 GBP). Battery: 16.6 kWh. EV range: ~60 km. AC Charging: 7 kW (230V 3-phase).

Detailed article: Jaecoo 7 Super Hybrid (PHEV) - Home Charging Guide

For whom? Those with commutes under 60 km can run on battery daily. Longer trips use gasoline. Charge at night, commute on battery.

 

OMODA 7 SUPER HYBRID (PHEV)

Price: 169,900 PLN (39,510 EUR / 34,340 GBP)

• Battery: 16.6 kWh (identical to Jaecoo 7 PHEV)
• EV Range: ~60 km
• AC Charging: 7 kW (230V 3-phase)
• Design: More modern, aggressive styling

Technical specifications same as Jaecoo 7 PHEV

Interesting observation: Omoda 7 PHEV is 19,000 PLN (4,420 EUR) more expensive than Jaecoo 7 PHEV, despite identical technical specifications. The difference? Design and brand perception (Omoda = younger, more trendy).

 

TIGGO 7 - ALL VARIANTS

VERSION	PRICE (PLN)	PRICE (EUR)	ENGINE	AC CHARGING
Tiggo 7	106,900	24,860	1.5T gasoline	N/A
Tiggo 7 HEV	124,900	29,050	1.5T + electric	N/A
Tiggo 7 PHEV	132,900	30,910	1.5T + electric	7 kW

Position: Cheapest segment C option. Tiggo 7 PHEV is 18,000 PLN less expensive than Jaecoo 7 PHEV and offers identical technology. Less brand prestige = bigger savings.

 

SEGMENT D: LARGE / 7-SEAT (Tiggo 8, Tiggo 9, Jaecoo 8, Omoda 9)

Here only PHEVs compete - seven-seat family vehicles.

MODEL	PRICE (PLN)	PRICE (EUR)	SEATS	BATTERY
Jaecoo 8 PHEV	219,900	51,140	7	16.6 kWh
Omoda 9 PHEV	214,900	49,977	7	16.6 kWh
Tiggo 8 PHEV	152,900	35,560	5	16.6 kWh
Tiggo 9 PHEV	209,900	48,810	7	16.6 kWh

Detailed article: Omoda 9 PHEV - Charging Guide

Detailed article: Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV - Complete Analysis

Interesting observation: Omoda 9 is CHEAPER by 5,000 PLN than Jaecoo 8 PHEV, despite similar specifications!

 

COMPLETE PRICING TABLE: PLN / EUR / GBP

Exchange rates (April 2026): 1 EUR = 4.30 PLN | 1 GBP = 4.95 PLN

BRAND	MODEL	PLN	EUR	GBP
Chery	Tiggo 4 HEV	95,900	22,300	19,380
Omoda	Omoda 5 (petrol)	107,900	25,090	21,800
Omoda	Omoda 5 Hybrid	116,500	27,100	23,540
Omoda	Omoda E5 (BEV)	139,900	32,540	28,270
Jaecoo	Jaecoo 5 (petrol)	104,900	24,400	21,190
Jaecoo	Jaecoo E5 (BEV)	139,900	32,540	28,270
Jaecoo	Jaecoo 7 (petrol)	130,900	30,440	26,450
Jaecoo	Jaecoo 7 Hybrid	139,900	32,540	28,270
Jaecoo	Jaecoo 7 PHEV	150,900	35,090	30,480
Omoda	Omoda 7 PHEV	169,900	39,510	34,340
Chery	Tiggo 7 (petrol)	106,900	24,860	21,590
Chery	Tiggo 7 HEV	124,900	29,050	25,240
Chery	Tiggo 7 PHEV	132,900	30,910	26,860
Jaecoo	Jaecoo 8 PHEV	219,900	51,140	44,450
Omoda	Omoda 9 PHEV	214,900	49,977	43,422
Chery	Tiggo 8 (petrol)	130,900	30,440	26,450
Chery	Tiggo 8 PHEV	152,900	35,560	30,890
Chery	Tiggo 9 PHEV	209,900	48,810	42,420

 

WHICH ONE TO CHOOSE? THE DECISION GUIDE

I WANT ELECTRIC (BEV) - 100% BATTERY

Omoda E5 or Jaecoo E5?

Price: Identical (139,900 PLN). Choose based on design preference.

• Omoda E5: Modern, futuristic appearance. For design-conscious buyers.
• Jaecoo E5: More traditional front end. For those preferring timeless design.

AC Charging: Both have 11 kW. This means you need access to a CEE 16A (3-phase) socket at home or work.

Detailed articles:

• Omoda E5 - Complete Home Charging Guide
• Omoda E5 - Quick Charging Guide and Charger Selection
• Jaecoo E5 - Complete Home Charging Guide

 

I WANT A HYBRID (HEV) - NO CHARGING

Jaecoo 7 Hybrid (139,900 PLN) vs Omoda 5 Hybrid (116,500 PLN)?

• Omoda 5: Smaller SUV, 23,400 PLN cheaper, modern design.
• Jaecoo 7: Larger SUV, more conservative styling.

Choose based on:

1. Vehicle size (do you need the larger model?)
2. Budget (save money on Omoda)
3. Design preference

Charging? Not applicable - hybrid vehicles don't plug in.

 

I WANT PLUG-IN HYBRID (PHEV) - CHARGING + GASOLINE

Scenario 1: Daily commute under 60 km

Best choice: Tiggo 7 PHEV (132,900 PLN)

• Price: Cheapest PHEV in segment C
• Technology: Identical to more expensive Jaecoo/Omoda versions
• EV Range: ~60 km (covers home to work and back)
• AC Charging: 7 kW (full battery overnight at home)

Alternative: Jaecoo 7 PHEV (150,900 PLN) - same technology, higher price for the brand.

 

Scenario 2: Daily commute under 60 km + want modern design

Choose: Omoda 7 PHEV (169,900 PLN)

• Design: Significantly more modern than Tiggo/Jaecoo
• Technology: Identical (16.6 kWh, 7 kW AC)
• Premium: You pay 37,000 PLN more for Omoda's design vs Tiggo 7 PHEV

 

Scenario 3: 7 seats + PHEV

• Budget: Tiggo 9 PHEV (209,900 PLN)
• Mid-range: Omoda 9 PHEV (214,900 PLN) - barely more expensive!
• Premium: Jaecoo 8 PHEV (219,900 PLN)

Interesting fact: Omoda 9 is CHEAPER than Jaecoo 8, despite Omoda being the "younger" brand!

 

PHEV CHARGING SPECIFICATIONS

All PHEVs from this family share identical charging specs:

• Battery: 16.6 kWh (LFP)
• EV Range: ~60 km WLTP
• AC Charging: 7 kW (CEE socket)
• Full charging time: 2.5-3 hours (0-100%)

What does this mean for you?

If you have access to a CEE (3-phase) socket at home or work, you can charge every night. Commute on battery for 60 km, use gasoline for longer journeys. Perfect for daily commutes under 60 km with weekend road trip flexibility.

No CEE socket available? See the section below.

 

HOW TO CHARGE THESE VEHICLES? AVAILABLE SOCKETS

For BEVs (Omoda E5, Jaecoo E5):

Option 1: Household 230V outlet (3.7 kW)

• Charging 0-100%: ~36-40 hours
• For whom: Low annual mileage (under 30 km/day), overnight charging
• Requirements: Working 230V outlet in home

Option 2: CEE 16A 3-phase socket (11 kW)

• Charging 0-100%: ~12 hours
• For whom: Regular mileage, faster charging preferred
• Requirements: CEE socket at home/work, 3-phase installation

Which charger to use?

Detailed charging guide: Omoda E5 - Complete Home Charging Guide

 

For PHEVs (Tiggo 7 PHEV, Jaecoo 7 PHEV, Omoda 7 PHEV, etc.):

Requirement: CEE 16A 3-phase socket (7 kW AC)

• Charging 0-100%: 2.5-3 hours
• For whom: All PHEV owners
• Where: Home, workplace parking, public charging stations

Which charger to use?

 

FINAL VERDICT

Chery, Omoda, and Jaecoo represent a spectrum of options from budget (Chery) through modern (Omoda) to premium perception (Jaecoo).

If you have 3-phase charging at home or work, PHEVs are a game changer - 60 km daily battery range, weekends on gasoline. Maximum fuel savings without range anxiety.

For full electric driving without fuel, E5 BEVs (Omoda or Jaecoo) deliver 430 km range, sufficient for all your needs in Europe. Charge overnight at home.

For budget-conscious buyers, Tiggo 9 PHEV at 209,900 PLN offers seven-seat capacity and PHEV technology without premium branding costs.

 

GET THE RIGHT CHARGER FOR YOUR CAR

For Omoda E5 or Jaecoo E5 (11 kW charging):

 

For all Omoda, Chery And Jaecoo PHEV models (7.4 kW charging):

 

Detailed charging guides:

• Omoda E5 - Complete Home Charging Guide
• Omoda E5 - Quick Charging Guide
• Jaecoo E5 - Complete Home Charging Guide
• Jaecoo 7 PHEV - Charging and Specifications
• Omoda 9 PHEV - Charging Guide
• Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV - Complete Analysis

SOURCES

(1) Omoda sales in Poland H1 2025 - Ampere Point dealer data

(2) Chery Tiggo 4 HEV specification - manufacturer documentation

(3) Exchange rates - April 2026