Summary
The Omoda 7 is a mid-sized SUV that sits between the smaller Omoda 5 and the larger Omoda 9 in Omoda’s UK range. It arrived in the UK in early 2026 with a plug-in hybrid powertrain, with a petrol-only version due to arrive later this year.
As of April 2026, all media reviews have covered the plug-in hybrid version, which pairs a 1.5-litre petrol engine with an electric motor and an 18kWh battery.
Omoda’s plug-in hybrid system (which it calls Super Hybrid System) is more capable than most at this price. The claimed electric-only range of 56 miles is enough for most daily commutes without touching the petrol engine, and unlike many plug-in hybrids, the Omoda 7 can charge quickly at a public fast charger rather than being limited to the slower speeds of a home wallbox. Vehicle-to-load capability – powering external devices from the car’s battery – is also standard.
The Omoda 7 comes in two trim levels, Knight and Noble, both well equipped by class standards. A 16-inch central touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a cooled wireless charging pad are standard across the range. Knight gets a six-speaker Sony audio system; Noble upgrades to 12 speakers and adds further comfort and convenience features.
The Omoda 7 has not yet been assessed by Euro NCAP. All previous Omoda, Jaecoo and Chery models have achieved five stars, and a similar result here would improve the overall Expert Rating significantly. The seven-year/100,000-mile new car warranty – which includes seven years of breakdown cover – is one of the strongest packages available at this price.
As of April 2026, the Omoda 7 holds a New Car Expert Rating of B, with a score of 65%. It earns top marks for its low CO2 emissions and comprehensive new-car warranty, but its media review scores to date have been below average.
Stuart’s view:
“The Omoda 7’s B rating reflects early market data and a media score pulled down by a couple of outlying low reviews. After extensive driving of this car in both China and the UK, I’d rate it as the best car Omoda has brought to UK buyers – better value than the Omoda 9 and genuinely competitive with European plug-in hybrid rivals at a similar price.
The running costs score will improve as more real-world data accumulates. A strong Euro NCAP result – which Omoda’s track record suggests is likely – could push the overall rating to an A grade. Worth looking beyond the headline score.”
Omoda 7 highlights
- Plug-in hybrid offers real-world electric range and fast public charging
- Excellent value against equivalent European rivals
- Comprehensive warranty is one of the best available in this class
- Well-equipped as standard across both trim levels
Omoda 7 lowlights
- Media reviews have been mixed, with some outlets rating it significantly below others
- Euro NCAP safety testing still pending
- Petrol model not available from launch
- Driving experience doesn’t match best cars in class
Key specifications
Body style: Mid-sized SUV
Engines: petrol, plug-in hybrid
Price: From £29,915 on-road
UK launch: Winter 2025/26
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Safety rating
Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP
No safety rating
As of April 2026, the Omoda 7 has not been assessed by Euro NCAP.
Eco rating
Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP
No eco rating
As of April 2026, the Omoda 7 has not been assessed by Green NCAP.
Running cost rating
Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data
| Fuel consumption | Average | Score |
| Plug-in hybrid models | 288 mpg | A |
| CO₂ output | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| Petrol models | 168 g/km | D | ||
| Plug-in hybrid models | 23 g/km | A |
| Battery range | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| Plug-in hybrid models | 56 miles | D |
| Insurance group | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| All models | 32 | C |
As of April 2026, we only have partial running cost data for the Omoda 7. Although the electric-only range only gets a D grade, that’s a decent result for a plug-in hybrid. A similarly sized fully electric car would expect to get about 300 miles.
The fuel consumption looks highly impressive, but this is a function of the inadequate UK/EU government lab testing methods and is a common issue for all plug-in hybrids.
We are still waiting on fuel consumption data for the petrol model, and servicing costs for the whole range. Check back again soon.
Reliability rating
Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy
No reliability rating
As of April 2026, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Omoda 7 to generate a reliability rating.
The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using workshop and extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy, sourced from both official dealerships and independent workshops.
As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the Omoda 7, we’ll publish the results here.
Warranty rating
New car warranty information for the Omoda 7
| Overall rating | A | 88% |
| Petrol or diesel models | A | 81% |
| Electric or hybrid models | A | 98% |
| New car warranty duration | 7 years |
| New car warranty mileage | 100,000 miles |
| Battery warranty duration | 8 years |
| Battery warranty mileage | 100,000 miles |
Omoda’s new car warranty is one of the best in the business, and better than almost all rival brands in a similar price bracket to the Omoda 7.
The duration is seven years, with a limit of 100,000 miles. In addition to the standard new car warranty, there is an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty for the battery components on the plug-in hybrid models.
If you’re looking to buy any used car that is approaching the end of its warranty period, a used car warranty is usually a worthwhile investment. Check out The Car Expert’s guide to the best used car warranty providers, which will probably be cheaper than a warranty sold by a dealer.
Recalls
Official DVSA safety recalls that have been issued for the Omoda 7
As of April 2026, we are not aware of any recalls for the Omoda 7.
There are hundreds of mandatory vehicle recalls issued each year, although most are for easily fixable issues. But not all vehicles are affected by recalls. You can check to see if your car is included in any of the above recalls by visiting the DVLA website or contacting your local dealer.
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