Omoda, the latest Chery brand that was inaugurated in 2022, expanded its lineup in Mexico with the addition of the O5 GT joining the regular O5 sedan and the C5 SUV. The sporty-looking four-door sedan is actually a rebadged version of the Chery Arrizo 5 GT that debuted in China last year, sharing the same Lexus-inspired face and turbocharged petrol engine.
The highlight of the Chinese model is the
front end which looks kind of familiar. The massive X-shaped “spindle” grille
that covers most of the front bumper and the slim LED headlights come directly
from Lexus’ sketchbook, while the vertical intakes send strong Toyota vibes.
The profile and the rear end are carried over from the lesser Omoda O5, merging
elements from older Hyundais and the VW Virtus. In terms of footprint, the O5
GT measures 4,691 mm long, making it 11 mm shorter
than a VW Jetta.
Inside, the Omoda O5 GT features dual
10.25-inch screens in a Mercedes-style single panel. Sporty interior touches
include fake carbon fiber trim, bucket seats with red piping on the black
leather-style upholstery (also available in lava red), and aluminum pedals. The
high-spec trim gets heated and ventilated seats, and more ADAS features
including blind-spot monitoring.
The Omoda O5 GT comes fitted with a
turbocharged 1.6-liter engine making a potent 194 hp and 290
Nm of torque. Power is transmitted to the front wheels via a
7-speed dual-clutch automatic, allowing a 0-100 km/h acceleration in
6 seconds. The company didn’t announce pricing for the Omoda O5 GT that will
soon be available in Mexico. The model will certainly be more expensive than
the standard O5 which is already available with a Kia-style face, a different
interior, and a less powerful 144 hp turbo 1.5-liter engine
mated to a CVT.
