Six things you need to know about the new Omoda C9 PHEV
The Omoda C9 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) was introduced alongside the petrol-powered version last month.
The PHEV is not only more frugal than the standard C9, but also a lot faster.
Add to that all the luxurious bells and whistles and comprehensive safety systems and the Omoda C9 PHEV offers a bang for you buck package.
The Citizen Motoring looks at six key features of this SUV.
Impressive performance and fuel economy
The Omoda C9 PHEV combines the convenience of a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine with the efficiency of electric power to produce an incredible 400kW of power and 915Nm of torque. This in turn translates into a claimed 0-100 km/h time of just 4.9 seconds and a combined fuel consumption figure of a mere 1.4-litres per 100km.
Omoda C9 PHEV charging and range
The 34.5kWh battery pack can be recharged in 5.5 hours when connected to a home charging wall box. Or even quicker thanks to its 70kW fast-charging capability, where the battery can be charged from 30-80% in 25 minutes when plugged into a DC public fast charger.
With a WLTP-estimated all-electric range of 150km, the Omoda C9 PHEV provides one of the highest all-electric range figures of any plug-in hybrid vehicle currently sold in South Africa.
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Standard features and infotainment
The Omoda C9 PHEV is equipped with every bell and whistle you can think of as standard. There are no add on cost options to tick. You get heated and electrically adjustable Nappa leather seats in the front and the rear. Plus, a heated and electrically adjustable steering wheel, also trimmed in Nappa leather. Dual-zone climate control that offers passengers in the rear their own air-conditioning control panel.
The dash reveals dual 12.3-inch screens, one being the digital cluster, and the other the infotainment and control display. This screen provides access to various vehicle functions, including wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and Intelligent Voice Command. A 12-speaker Sony sound system, wireless charging pad, and multi-colour ambient lighting adds to the cabin's ambience. A panoramic glass sunroof said to bath the cabin in natural light rounds out just some of the premium features.
Omoda C9 PHEV practical and convenient
Keyless entry, push-button start, and remote start ensure a seamless entry experience, while convenience features like rain-sensing wipers, automatic headlights, and automatic folding mirrors are also to be found on the Omoda C9 PHEV. Additional practical touches include a heated and cooled storage compartment and a 60:40 split-folding rear bench, expanding the already generous 660-litre luggage capacity to 1 783-litres when folded flat.
Safety and security
The Omoda C9 PHEV has been engineered to adhere to the strictest crash safety standards. It offers driver aids such as Adaptive Cruise Control, Automatic Emergency Braking and Driver Fatigue Monitoring.
Passive safety features include dual front, front side, side curtain, driver knee, and bolster airbags, while ISOFIX child seat anchorages ensure that passengers, whether infants or adults, are kept safe while travelling. A head-up display means the driver never needs to take their eyes off the road.
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Pricing and warranty
The new Omoda C9 PHEV retails for R999 000, making it one of the best priced SUVs in its class. Pricing includes a seven-year/100 000km service plan, a seven-year/200 000km vehicle warranty, and 10-year/one-million km engine warranty.
Added to this is a 10-year/200 000km warranty for certain electric drive unit components and a 10-year/unlimited km power battery pack warranty for the first owner, reverting to 10-year/200 000km for subsequent owners. Buyers also receive seven years of roadside assistance, offering added peace of mind and enhanced ownership value.
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