Omoda 5 and E5 Buyers Guide: Differences Between the Knight and Noble Trims

14 November 2025

The Omoda 5 is a new SUV to market by the massive automotive manufacturer, Chery - set to be a rival for the Nissan Qashqai, the Omoda 5 is growing in popularity in the UK. So what do you get for your money?

This guide provides a clear comparison between the Omoda Knight and Noble, helping you understand their differences and make an informed decision on which trim level to go for.

You'll find a trim comparison table for a quick overview of what each model includes, followed by a deep dive into the details later in the guide.

Vehicle Overview

• Petrol and electric engine options
• Two trim levels - Knight (standard) and Noble (premium)
• 5 Star NCAP Rating
• Starting price: £22k
• Medium boot size
• 5 Seats
• 7 year warranty

Comparing the Omoda 5 trims

Exterior Features 

The Omoda 5 is a nice sporty looking SUV, looks relatively futuristic and has some nice touches. 

• Knight Trim: Comes equipped with 18" alloy wheels, sleek body kit, body colour door handles, shark fin antenna, two exhausts (petrol only), T shaped daytime running lights and sequential indicators. 
• Noble Trim: Adds 19" alloy wheels and the option to add a two-tone roof (doesn't come as standard) and a power sunroof. 

Interior Features

Omoda state the 5 interior is "crafted with a focus on comfort, blending modern innovation with user friendly interfaces" and honestly, it's pretty nice.

• Knight Trim: Comes with dark coloured faux leather heated seats, multifunctioning steering wheel, 6-way electrically adjustable drivers seat. 
• Noble Trim: Adds multi-coloured ambient lighting, leather heated steering wheel, silent glass, 6-way driver and passenger electrical adjusted seats. 

Technology and Convenience 

The Omoda 5 is loaded with tech as standard, the Noble trim upgrades to some additional nice to have. 

• Knight Trim: Keyless entry and start, SONY 8 speakers, wireless charging, 12" central infotainment display, cruise control, electric folding heated wing mirrors, air conditioning with second outlet, Apple CarPlay and Andriod Auto, rear-view camera, front and rear parking sensors and long distance engine start and OMODA voice assistant. 
• Noble Trim: Ventilated front seats, headlight ceremony display and air purification system, power tailgait and upgrades the camera to a 360 degree HD camera. 

Performance and Engine Options

Both trims offer a choice of Petrol and Electric options. 

Petrol

The Omoda 5 is available with two turbocharged petrol engines: a 1.5-litre petrol engine, producing around 150 hp and offering strong fuel efficiency thanks to its smooth CVT gearbox; and a more powerful 1.6-litre petrol engine, delivering approximately 183 hp with a responsive 7-speed dual-clutch automatic for sharper performance. Both engines are designed to deliver an engaging drive, with accurate steering and well-tuned throttle response, while the 1.6-litre option is suited to people who want a more responsive drive. 

Electric

The Omoda E5 is the fully electric version of the Omoda 5, powered by a 61.1 kWh battery and a single front-mounted motor producing around 204 horsepower and 340 Nm of instant torque. It offers a smooth, quiet driving experience with quick acceleration, achieving a range of up to 267 miles and supporting fast charging from 30–80% in under half an hour. 

Together, both options allow you to choose the driving experience that best suits your lifestyle, whether you prefer the efficiency and refinement of electric power or the responsive performance of a petrol engine.

Boot Space 

• Omoda 5 - Offers a boot with 380 litres of space, in real-world terms that's a medium sized boot, perfect for a family of 3-4 people. 
• Omoda E - The Omoda E5 has a smaller boot due to the placement of the battery of around 300 litres. It's still a good sized boot and you get a 19lite frunk for extra storage. 

Safety 

All trims come with the following as standard:

• 5 Star NCAP Rating
• SB charging port in rear view mirror
• Line Departure Prevention (LDP)
• ELK (Emergency Lane Keeping)
• DAI Forward Departure System
• Front dual, side, and middle airbags
• PAB Manual switch off
• Autonomous emergency braking
• E-Call Safety System
• MCB Multiple Collision Defence System
• Front collision warning
• (DMS) Driving Monitor System
• (BSD) blind-spot detection
• (ACC) adaptive cruise control

Conclusion 

Even in its standard trim, the Omoda 5 and E5 is a well-equipped, sleek looking SUV that is comfortable and pretty nice to drive. The 5 starts at £22k for the Knight and goes up to £25k for the Noble, the additions include a power sunroof, ambient lighting and a heated leather steering wheel, so depending on how much you're bothered about a sunroof, the Knight is a good option. The E5 starts at £32k for the Knight trim and then up to £34k for the Omoda trim, you don't get any addtional nice to have features on the car, the additional cost comes from it being an EV, giving the car a stronger torque, quicker acceleration and an improved suspension. 

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