Name: Omoda 7 (2026 onwards) review | Expert Rating | The Car Expert
Item: Omoda 7
Rating: 65.0

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.

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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.”

Stuart Masson

Editor, The Car Expert

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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Media reviews

Featured reviews

“The Omoda 7 is the most complete car the brand has brought to the UK yet – a plug-in hybrid SUV that outperforms the pricier Omoda 9 and undercuts equivalent European rivals by thousands of pounds.”

Model reviewed: 1.5-litre petrol/electric plug-in hybrid Noble

Score: 7.6 / 10

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The Car Expert

Stuart Masson

“The Omoda 7 is a comfortable, spacious and posh-feeling SUV which offers great value for money, but a complex infotainment system dulls its shine.”

Score: 9 / 10

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Carwow

Mario Christou

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Auto Express

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“With so much of its technology shared with the smash-hit Jaecoo 7, it would be easy to assume the Omoda 7 will be a success too. There are lots of positives – it’s slightly cheaper and more spacious than the Jaecoo, has the same plug-in hybrid system with tremendous EV range, and while Jaecoo might be targeting premium appeal, the Omoda doesn’t feel cheap in comparison. Clumsy driving dynamics and a fussy infotainment screen detract from the appeal though.”
Author: Alastair Crooks
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Auto Trader

Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“Occupying the middle ground between the mid-sized Omoda 5 and larger Omoda 9 is the slightly-larger-than-mid-sized Omoda 7 SUV. We were impressed with the 7’s quiet and comfortable cabin, responsive infotainment system and had to keep reminding ourselves of the price. It’s one of those cars where you can see the work that’s been put in to make it feel posher than its price tag would suggest, and it largely succeeds.”
Author: Tom Roberts
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Car

Score: 6 / 10
“The Omoda 7 is possibly the best car from Omoda yet, and in fact the wider Chery Group. There’s more polish to its driving manners that have been missing from its other models to date, and it’s certainly closing the gap on its European competition. Yet it’s still being offered at a price that can undercut rivals by a significant margin, and with a more comprehensive equipment list.”
Author: Ted Welford
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Honest John

Score: 8 / 10
“The Omoda 7 is inexpensive and yet comes stacked with equipment. It doesn’t drive as well as something like a Kia Sportage, and some of its technology irritates, but its high-value proposition makes its pitfalls much easier to overlook.”
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Parkers

Score: 6.8 / 10
“Spacious, good value and a credible family SUV.”
Author: Ted Welford
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RAC

Score: 7.5 / 10
“Overall, the Omoda 7 reminds us of Goldilocks and the Three Bears: this mid-sized model is the brand’s best compromise between price, space and capability. The interior is roomy and well-equipped, but some fiddly tech still detracts from the experience. Given the price, though, it’s a compromise many will happily make.”
Author: Lawrence Allan
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The Independent

Score: 7 / 10
“The Omoda 7 makes a strong impression. A 745-mile combined range, 56 miles of electric driving and a price comfortably below the segment average are all persuasive arguments. The hybrid system itself is smooth, efficient and technically impressive. But the overall package isn’t quite as cohesive as the numbers suggest. The ride quality never fully settles, the steering lacks precision and some lower-cabin plastics undermine the premium aspirations.”
Author: Steve Fowler
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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 ratingA88%
Petrol or diesel modelsA81%
Electric or hybrid modelsA98%
New car warranty duration7 years
New car warranty mileage100,000 miles
Battery warranty duration8 years
Battery warranty mileage100,000 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.