Omoda C9 PHEV: Here's pricing and specs
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Heralded as the most powerful drivetrain within the Omoda product lineup, the Omoda C9 PHEV is equipped with the Chinese manufacturer's latest wares, which also include a continuous damping control all-wheel system, a sizable 34kWh battery pack and a three-speed dedicated hybrid transmission. What gives it the claim of Omoda's most powerful powertrain is the 440kW and 915Nm derived from a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine combined with four electric motors.
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The SUV offers some decent performance on paper, with Omoda claiming it can hit 100km/h from a standstill in 4.9s which is enough to have it rival some high-end performance SUVs from Europe. This performance may not be the contributing factor for buyers, but instead its 150km pure EV driving range and claimed 1 100km combined range. To replenish the battery, the C9 PHEV is capable of accepting DC fast charging which can get it from 30% to 80% charge in just 25 minutes.
At launch, South Africa has only received the full-house Explore model which includes niceties such as 20-inch wheels, Nappa leather upholstery, a panoramic sunroof and heated seats. Other luxury appointments include 256 ambient lighting options to choose from, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay operated on a 25.6-inch display and a head-up display for the driver.
Omoda C9 PHEV pricing
Omoda C9 PHEV – R999 000
The Chinese automaker offers a 10-year/unlimited range battery warranty which defaults to a 10-year or 200 000km after the first owner.
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