Chery's Omoda 7 Hybrid to Launch in Israel with Largest Battery in Segment
Translated & summarized from Walla by baba
Chery's Omoda brand will launch a new hybrid Omoda 7 crossover in Israel in the first half of 2027, featuring the largest battery in its class at 5.1 kWh. While not offering extended electric range, the larger battery enhances the electric motor's dominance for a quieter drive. The vehicle also includes V2L capability and is expected to compete with established hybrid models in the growing market.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Omoda 7 hybrid launching in Israel in early 2027 features a 5.1 kWh battery, the largest in its segment.
- The new hybrid's battery allows for greater electric motor dominance, offering a quieter driving experience.
- The Omoda 7 hybrid will include V2L capability to power household appliances.
- Over 3,000 units of the Omoda 7 plug-in hybrid have already been sold in Israel.
- The Omoda 7 is positioned above the Jaco 7, which also plans a non-plug-in hybrid version.
Chery's Omoda brand is set to introduce a new hybrid version of its Omoda 7 crossover in Israel in the first half of 2027. This upcoming model will feature a 5.1 kWh battery, the largest currently available in the non-plug-in hybrid market, significantly exceeding the typical 1.5 to 1.9 kWh found in competitors. For context, the Omoda 7 plug-in hybrid, already sold in Israel, has an 18 kWh battery.
Despite the larger battery, the new hybrid is not expected to offer substantial fuel savings or a significantly extended electric-only range compared to other hybrids, due to the battery's increased weight. Chery claims a fuel economy of 20.4 kilometers per liter. The larger battery, however, allows the electric motor (218 hp) to dominate more often, providing a quieter and more electric-driving experience than conventional hybrids, which rely more heavily on their gasoline engines (143 hp).
The Omoda 7 hybrid will also feature a "quiet" driving mode that further limits the gasoline engine's use. The vehicle will offer V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) capability, enabling it to power standard 220-volt household appliances. Aside from the new battery system, the hybrid Omoda 7 is nearly identical to its plug-in hybrid sibling, which has sold over 3,000 units in Israel since its launch. The Omoda 7 is positioned slightly above the Jaco 7, another Chery corporate sibling, which has sold nearly 9,000 units in Israel this year and will soon offer its own non-plug-in hybrid variant.
The Omoda 7 is a spacious family crossover measuring 4.66 meters long with a 2.72-meter wheelbase. The interior is described as roomy and comfortable. The new hybrid version is expected to compete with models like the Toyota Corolla Cross, Hyundai Kona, and Kia Niro, catering to the growing demand for regular hybrids from consumers seeking fuel efficiency without the complexities of charging.