Omoda E5Owner's Guide · Omoda

E5 Complete Guide

Omoda's first full EV. 60.9 kWh LFP, 430 km WLTP, 130 kW DC — hard-to-beat value in its class.

Battery Electric12 commands7 apps4 Gulf tips3 quick tasks8 hacks3 quiz questionsSome estimatesModel 2025 · first launched 2024Reviewed 23 July 202612 min read

Overview

For first-time EV buyers on a sensible budget: commuters, small families, daily city use. A direct BYD Atto 3 / MG4 rival.

  • 60.9 kWh LFP — excellent thermal stability for Gulf summers
  • DC up to 130 kW — 30-80% in 28 min (OEM claim)
  • Expected Gulf real range ~330 km
  • Factory-direct distribution in KSA — a different buying experience

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Omoda E5 2025
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Omoda E5 2025

Range430 kmBattery60.9 kWhPower204 HP0–1007.6 s
EV Gulf

Charging

Home · AC
11 kW
~6.5h full charge

LFP pack — charge to 100% without worry; weekly full charge calibrates the BMS.

Connector: Type 2
Fast · DC
130 kW
30–80% in 33 min

OEM claims 30-80% in 28 min at 130 kW. From 10% expect ~33 min. Stable 400V platform in heat.

400V · Connector: CCS2
Cost per charge
≈ 1.512 SAR
home, 0–100%

Gulf charging notes

  • LFP suits the Gulf — slower heat degradation than NMC.
  • Charge port is front-mounted — mind parking direction at stations.

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Real-world range calculator

See your real range under heat, AC, and speed.

20°50°
80160
Estimated range
286 km
87% of nominal

Estimate — actual range varies with driving style, AC, and weather.

Charging cost calculator

Compare your EV charging cost with petrol fuel.

Electricity rate: 0.002 KWD/kWh

10300
Your yearly cost
6.858 KWD
monthly: 0.564 KWD · daily: 0.019 KWD
If petrol instead
139.613 KWD
Savings
132.755 KWD/yr
95%
663.775 KWD saved over 5 years — that's more than half a car in some cases.

Estimate — rates vary by tier and time. Public DC fast charging usually 2-3× home cost.

Voice Commands

Voice command library — verified members only

Join free and verify your email + phone to unlock every command in Arabic, English and Chinese — with audio playback and saved shortcuts.

Verify once — it unlocks member perks across the whole platform.

Apps & Software

Official companions, cockpit software, and tools every owner needs — with Gulf availability notes.

خريطة الشحن — EV Gulf

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Charging

The Gulf's community charging map — live status, owner reviews, and the 'free the charger' ping

  • Gulf + Jordan stations with owner reviews and comments
  • Live status reports: working / broken / crowded / ICE'd
  • Ping the car blocking the charger via its QR sticker
  • Nearest stations to you in one tap

Every report you file earns reputation and helps the next owner — this is OUR map, grown by our community.

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مخطط الرحلات — EV Gulf

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Utility

Plan your Gulf road trip with charge stops tuned to OUR summer heat — not Europe's weather

  • Ready corridors: Kuwait ↔ KSA ↔ UAE ↔ Jordan
  • Accounts for heat and speed impact on your car's range
  • Charge stops from our live map — no stale listings

Built for our roads: Salmi corridor, the Causeway, Riyadh–Dammam — under real summer conditions.

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Car Scanner ELM OBD2

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Utility

Read live EV battery data with a cheap Bluetooth OBD dongle

  • Built-in profiles for BYD Atto 3, Dolphin, Seal, Sealion, Denza and more
  • Live data: SoC, voltage, current, battery temperatures
  • Works with any ELM327 Bluetooth adapter (~$10-30)
  • Reads/clears fault codes on most brands

Used-buyer alert: true battery health (SOH) is NOT exposed via standard OBD on BYD — you get SoC and voltages only. For an authoritative report before buying a used BYD: dealer diagnostic (VDS) or a pro tool like the Foxwell NT710.

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EVIQ

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Charging

Saudi Arabia's national fast-charging network (PIF + Saudi Electricity Co.)

  • 100–350 kW fast chargers with reservations
  • Real-time availability, connector type and power
  • Unified in-app payment
  • Highway corridors (Riyadh–Qassim and more)

KSA only — the must-have app for any EV owner in Saudi Arabia. Network targets 5,000 chargers by 2030.

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Electromin

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Charging

Petromin's charging network — 200+ locations across Saudi Arabia

  • AC & DC chargers with slot reservation
  • Start/stop charging remotely
  • Built-in EV route planner
  • Pay with mada, STC Pay, Apple Pay

KSA — largest network by locations (200+), strong at urban/retail sites. Complements EVIQ.

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UAEV

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Charging

The UAE's federal charging network — expanding nationwide

  • Government-owned (Ministry of Energy + Etihad WE)
  • Fast chargers on federal inter-city roads
  • Session start, payment and history in-app
  • 24/7 support

UAE only — key for trips outside Dubai (Northern Emirates, Abu Dhabi highways). Scaling to 1,000 chargers by 2030.

iOSAndroidFree app · standardized national tariffs

DEWA EV Green Charger

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Charging

Dubai's original charging network — 400+ stations

  • Map of 400+ Green Charger stations across Dubai
  • Live availability and session activation
  • EV account registration & billing via DEWA

Dubai only — registration is mandatory for DEWA public chargers.

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Full Specifications

Battery & Range

Battery
60.9 kWh LFP
Usable
58.9 kWh
WLTP
430 km
Gulf real (est.)
~330 km

Performance

Power
204 hp (150 kW)
Torque
340 Nm
0-100
7.6 sec
Top speed
171 km/h
Drive
Front-wheel drive

Charging

DC peak
130 kW
30-80%
28 min (OEM)
AC
11 kW
Architecture
400V

Dimensions

Length
4,424 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Wheelbase
2,630 mm
Weight
1,785 kg

Gulf Tips

Practical Gulf guidance — separating verified experience from estimates and pending specifications.

Heat-friendly LFP

LFP handles 50°C better than NMC. Slower annual degradation — key if you plan to keep the car 5+ years.

Pre-cool before boarding

Remote-start the AC 10 min ahead. Cabin hits 60°C+ in the sun — pre-cooling saves comfort and early-trip battery drain.

Riyadh → Dammam

~400 km at 120 km/h with full AC means one 15-20 min stop midway. Plan around CCS2 highway stations.

Factory-direct model

Omoda & Jaecoo KSA runs a factory-direct model — service and warranty come from brand-owned centers, not third-party dealers.

Summer Survival Mode

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Checklist to prep your EV for 50°C summers. Each item extends battery life and improves your daily drive.

Keys & Access

Smart key fob

Recommended

Traditional fob with keyless entry and push start.

Omoda app

Lock/unlock and remote AC via the Omoda & Jaecoo app.

Driving Assist

Adaptive Cruise Control

L2

Follows the car ahead down to a stop.

Lane Keeping

Gentle steering correction on highways.

AEB

Vehicle and pedestrian detection with auto braking.

Blind Spot

Mirror alerts.

360° camera

Full surround view for parking.

Safety

  • High-strength steel body

    High share of ultra-high-strength steel in the structure.

  • LFP battery

    Less prone to thermal runaway than NMC in crashes.

  • 6 airbags

    Front, side, and curtain airbags.

Quick Tasks

How do I X — quick tasks every owner should know.

Pre-cool from the app

  1. Open the Omoda & Jaecoo app
  2. Select Climate
  3. Start AC 10 min ahead

Schedule overnight charging

  1. Plug in the home charger
  2. On screen: Charging → Schedule
  3. Set start after 11 PM

Eco mode for city runs

  1. Drive Mode → Eco
  2. Softer response, ~10% lower consumption
  3. Ideal for daily traffic

Hacks & Secrets

Hidden features, easter eggs, and tricks you won't find in the manual — from real owners.

  • Gulf-Specific

    Pre-cool from the app at home

    Open the car app 10 min before leaving. Cabin cools, battery pre-conditions for charging. Saves time, max comfort in 50° summers.

  • Money Saver

    Schedule charging at off-peak rates

    In countries with time-of-use rates (UAE Slab 1), schedule 23:00-06:00 to save 20-40% on your electricity bill.

  • Comfort

    Camp Mode for sleeping or waiting

    Park in P, enable Camp Mode from menu or voice command. AC stays on, screens dim. Uses only ~1 kWh/hour.

  • Performance

    Max regen for less brake wear

    Set regen to highest (One-Pedal or High). Cuts brake wear 60%+ and adds 5-10% range in city traffic.

  • Money Saver

    Bump tire pressure +0.2 bar in summer

    A small bump (~0.2 bar above recommended) reduces rolling resistance and adds 3-5% range. Also a heat-safety win.

  • Money Saver

    Weekly LFP calibration

    Charge to 100% once a week — recalibrates the range meter for accurate readings. LFP needs this more than NMC.

  • Gulf-Specific

    Front-port charging tip

    The charge port is at the front. At public chargers, park nose-in (not reverse) so the cable reaches easily.

  • Tip

    Autocharge at supported stations

    The E5 supports Autocharge — at some CCS2 stations charging starts automatically on plug-in, no card or app needed.

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Test Your Knowledge

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Agent & parts

Your agent & parts in Saudi Arabia

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2026 models on sale with 2yr/40k km free maintenance + 10yr/1M km engine warranty offers.

Warranty: 7 yearsBattery: PHEV battery 8–10 years per market; KSA offer: 10yr/1M km engine; UAE campaign: 10yr/1M km extended warranty; Qatar policy: 7yr/200k km

Full parts & service guide

FAQ

  • Expect ~330 km mixed with full AC, ~280 km at 120+ km/h. 60.9 kWh pack, 58.9 usable.

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Reviewed: 2026-07-23