The latest OMODA & JAECOO product news, hybrid technology and ownership stories.
The OMODA C5 continues to draw strong interest from South African buyers, with the compact crossover having recorded 16,948 local sales since its introduction in April 2023. The milestone underlines the C5’s continued relevance in one of the country’s most competitive vehicle segments, where buyers are increasingly seeking strong value, distinctive styling, modern technology, and efficient performance.
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OMODA & JAECOO recorded another strong global sales performance in April 2026, with combined sales reaching 69,892 vehicles. The result represents a 150% increase year-on-year and follows the brand’s March performance, when global monthly sales exceeded 60,000 units.
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OMODA & JAECOO have emerged as one of the industry’s fastest-growing players. In less than three years, the brands have expanded from a single market to 64 countries and achieved over 900,000 global cumulative sales
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OMODA is celebrating three years in South Africa, having grown from a single-model launch in 2023 into a broader SUV brand with an expanded retail and aftersales footprint across the country.
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OMODA’s flagship C9 has surpassed 1,000 retail sales in South Africa since its local introduction in November 2024, marking a significant milestone for the premium model and highlighting the strong reception it has enjoyed among South African motorists.
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OMODA & JAECOO are redefining the future of hybrid mobility with industry-leading SHS (Super Hybrid System) technology. By combining exceptional energy efficiency, long-range performance, and robust power delivery, SHS sets a new benchmark for hybrid vehicles, elevating hybrid technology from a transitional solution to a mainstream mobility choice for global users.
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OMODA & JAECOO South Africa has recorded outstanding year-on-year sales growth, underlining the brand’s rapid momentum and its ability to meet the evolving needs of a diverse customer base through an increasingly comprehensive SUV lineup.
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OMODA & JAECOO South Africa closed out an exceptional year with a vibrant celebration on 7 December at Kyalami Shisanyama. The event brought together customers, ambassadors, partners, and members of the public for a day of music and giving back. It also serves as a moment of appreciation for the support shown throughout 2025, which has been an outstanding year for both marques.
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As the holiday season approaches and many families prepare for long journeys, OMODA & JAECOO South Africa is offering a complimentary 15-minute Holiday Vehicle Health Check to help ensure every trip is a safe one.
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Following the introduction of the C5 Luxury X and Elegance X trims earlier this year, OMODA & JAECOO South Africa are now enhancing the Style and Street derivatives with a series of upgrades designed to deliver more power, introduce new transmission options, elevated specifications, and a notable boost in performance.
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OMODA South Africa is expanding its SUV line-up with the introduction of the all-new C7, a striking new model that slots between the affordable C5 X Series and the range-topping C9.
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OMODA has partnered with Switch Energy Drink to launch Switch Up Your Life, a nationwide competition offering prizes worth R20 million. At the heart of the competition are 20 brand-new OMODA C7s, making this the biggest competition of its kind in South Africa.
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Two major debuts headline a dynamic brand experience that blends product innovation with lifestyle appeal.
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OMODA & JAECOO have achieved over 600,000 global sales in just 27 months, making them the fastest emerging automotive brand to do so.
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The OMODA C9 SHS earned top marks from Euro NCAP, scoring highly across all categories, including Adult, Child, and Vulnerable Road User Protection, thanks to its strong passive and active safety features.
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OMODA is marking its presence at this year’s Hollywoodbets Durban July with the debut of the new C7 and a renewed collaboration with Khosi Nkosi—the acclaimed South African fashion house known for bold, contemporary designs that blend traditional African aesthetics with modern silhouettes. Building on last year’s Nkosazane campaign, the 2025 showcase introduces a new creative direction: Ndlovukazi.
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New Energy Vehicle (NEV) ambitions with the recent unveiling of the C7 SHS, C5 HEV, and J5 BEV—three cutting-edge electrified models that reflect the brand’s growing presence in the hybrid and electric vehicle (EV) space.
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June has been a record-breaking month for OMODA & JAECOO South Africa, with 1,009 new passenger vehicles sold during this period. Since entering the local market in April 2023 with the stylish C5 crossover, both sales and interest in Brand O&J nameplates have grown significantly, driven by a dynamic product lineup that continues to resonate with an expanding customer base.
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The new OMODA C9 PHEV, a luxury plug-in hybrid SUV that combines electrified efficiency, performance, and premium luxury, has officially launched in South Africa. Designed for customers who value sustainability, luxury, and performance, the C9 PHEV offers all-electric capability for everyday journeys and the power and range of a petrol engine for longer journeys.
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OMODA and JAECOO, the marques within the Brand O&J division, will expand their lineup next month with the introduction of an electrified model. The flagship C9 range will welcome the C9 PHEV, a plug-in hybrid derivative that blends efficiency, performance, luxury, and low emissions in one sophisticated package.
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OMODA has officially unveiled its latest innovation to the world: the futuristic OMODA C3. Making its dramatic global debut at the Shanghai International Auto Show, the C3 made its debut with a cinematic and high-energy launch, revealing a striking, cyber-inspired design—a confident step forward in the brand’s ongoing evolution.
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Two years after their unveiling at Auto Shanghai, OMODA & JAECOO are returning to the biennial international show with several new models, including the OMODA C5 HEV and C7 SHS and the all-electric J5 BEV. Through the marque’s new energy vehicle matrix, OMODA and JAECOO are showcasing their vision of “Born Global, Born NEV.”
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The OMODA C5, one of South Africa’s favourite premium compact crossovers, is better than ever, thanks to a bold new update called the C5 X Series. This update brings improvements across the board, from a more refined driving experience to greater practicality.
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Following a successful tour across the Western Cape and Eastern Cape, a fleet of JAECOO and OMODA plug in hybrid vehicles has demonstrated the real-world benefits of electrification, achieving exceptional fuel efficiency and range figures over the lengthy journey.
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OMODA and JAECOO are embarking on an electrified adventure with the all-new C9 and J7 plug-in hybrid SUVs, which are due in South Africa later this year. 14 PHEVs (4 C9s and 10 J7s) will set off a long-distance trip between Cape Town and Gqeberha to prove their efficiency, combined petrol-electric range, and comfort and driving experience over several days.
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Brand O&J, the division of the Chery Group that encompasses the OMODA and JAECOO brands, are proud to announce that the OMODA C9 and JAECOO J7 have been announced as finalists in the 2025 Car of the Year competition sponsored by Old Mutual Insure.
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OMODA and JAECOO, the marques comprising the Brand O&J division, have reached a significant milestone in South Africa, securing a spot among the top 10 new passenger car sales in December 2024.
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EPCR, the tournament organiser of the Investec Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup, has announced OMODA | JAECOO as its Official Automotive Partner for the 2024/25 season, marking a new chapter for international club rugby’s premier competitions.
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Brand O&J—the Chery Group division comprising the OMODA and JAECOO marques—entered the South African market in 2023 with the launch of the OMODA C5. Since then, the lineup has grown with the addition of the J7 and, more recently, the C9.
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OMODA South Africa has revealed a new entry-level version of the C5, making the premium crossover lineup even more attainable.
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OMODA South Africa is pleased to announce the official market introduction of the luxurious new OMODA C9, with this highly anticipated flagship model available from launch in two generously equipped derivatives.
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The striking new OMODA C9 is set to shake up South Africa’s luxury SUV market with its award-winning design, which combines exquisite exterior proportions and dynamic lines with a technology-filled yet user-centred cabin.
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The Chery Group division comprising the fast-growing OMODA and JAECOO marques – Brand O&J – soared to a new high on South Africa’s sales charts in September 2024, ranking inside the top 15 on the overall manufacturer standings for the very first time.
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OMODA South Africa held an exclusive soirée this week to preview its upcoming C9 luxury flagship model, giving high-profile guests a taste of this eagerly anticipated newcomer’s distinctly upmarket character.
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Brand O&J – the Chery Group division comprising the OMODA and JAECOO marques – was the centre of attention at South Africa’s 2024 Festival of Motoring in Gauteng, reflecting its rapid rise up the local sales charts.
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OMODA pays tribute to the crucial role that women play in South Africa’s broader automotive space this Women’s Month, while also highlighting the contributions made by the many female individuals involved with the success of the fast-growing brand.
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As the fastest-growing automotive brand globally, the remarkable performance of Brand O&J – the Chery Group division comprising the OMODA and JAECOO marques – has helped its parent company crack the prestigious 2024 Fortune Global 500 list.
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OMODA South Africa has launched a clever new #PassTheTorch social-media campaign in support of local athletes currently competing in France at one of the world’s largest sporting events.
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OMODA South Africa is delighted to announce an exciting new collaboration with highly acclaimed fashion brand Khosi Nkosi, a partnership that has given rise to a breath-taking series of vehicle-wrap designs to celebrate this innovative automaker’s first birthday in Mzansi.
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OMODA South Africa showcased its wares as the official vehicle partner of the prestigious Hollywoodbets Durban July in KwaZulu-Natal at the weekend, captivating the event’s glamourous attendees with both its futuristically designed stands and its distinctively styled vehicles.
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OMODA & JAECOO are pleased to announce a new partnership with Absa, a collaboration aimed at providing South African new-car buyers with fuss-free vehicle finance solutions.
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OMODA South Africa has launched an exciting new entry-level version of the popular C5 crossover, a move that makes the fast-growing brand even more accessible to South African new-car buyers
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OMODA marked a highly successful first year in South Africa with a strong sales performance in April 2024, outselling several long-established brands in the process.
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The brand, which is yet to celebrate its first birthday on local soil, was selected as a finalist in the 2024 South African Car of the Year (COTY) competition. The OMODA C5 will compete in the Compact Family category.
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The OMODA C5 is a semi-finalist in the 2023/24 South African Car of the Year (COTY) competition.
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It wouldn’t be summer without the Ballito BIG Week and the KZN SUMMER Festival. And it wouldn’t be the hottest ticket on the festival calendar without OMODA.
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JAECOO, the newly established urban off-road SUV marque and second brand from OMODA&JAECOO, is launching its first model, the highly sophisticated J7 in South Africa in early 2024. Endowed with fearless, farseeing elegance and conceived for urban elites with exquisite taste and extraordinary style, JAECOO perfectly embodies the slogan “From Classic, Beyond Classic”.
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The long-anticipated moment arrived today as OMODA officially launched the C5 GT in Cape Town.
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Get ready for a powerful upgrade from automotive brand OMODA. Renowned for its dedication to quality, style, and safety, OMODA is gearing up to reveal the OMODA C5 GT this November.
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"Users" were undeniably the stars of this conference. With an immersive ecological product exhibition, a low-carbon ride involving thousands of global users
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The test ride and drive area, nestled in the picturesque Fantawild, was split into a comprehensive race track experience zone and a straight-line acceleration zone.
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OMODA’s ‘Eco Ride’ Ignites Passion, Witnessing a Low-Carbon Fashion Flash Mob by Thousands.
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OMODA Global User Ecosystem Summit: Shaping The Future Of Sustainable Mobility.
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Nominated Semi-Finalist in CarsAwards, Recognizing Excellence in the Compact Family Division
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OMODA, part of the Brand O&J division of the global Chery Group, is making waves across the world.
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OMODA and JAECOO, the two new brands of the Chery Group, have received unrivalled attention since their launch at the Shanghai Auto Show in April.
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OMODA South Africa has expanded the OMODA C5 range from three to five models including the introduction of Luxury and Luxury S grades.
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OMODA has added two new divisions to its fast-growing South African team.
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Chery has global ambitions with its OMODA and JAECOO brands and will soon launch them on international markets.
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The Chery Group stunned crowds at the 20th Shanghai Auto Show yesterday when it officially revealed OMODA and JAECOO as independent brands.
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OMODA, South Africa’s newest vehicle brand, is officially on the road.
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Chery International this week introduced the OMODA brand in South Africa, making it the first country on the African continent to offer this new brand to motorists.
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The OMODA crossover's sleek and futuristic exterior is complemented by its equally stylish and sophisticated interior. The black and brown interior features advanced lateral support for seat cushions, a high one-piece headrest, and perforated eco-leather upholstery. The driver's seat has electric adjustments in six directions, while the front passenger seat has adjustments in four directions.
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Exciting news for car enthusiasts in South Africa! The much-anticipated Chery Omoda C5 is making its debut in March 2023, ready to impress with its daring design and exceptional features.
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