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The OMODA 5 and Kia Sportage both deserve a place on a family SUV shortlist. The OMODA makes a strong case with its distinctive styling, technology and accessible pricing; the Sportage offers a familiar name, a versatile cabin and a choice of petrol and electrified powertrains. If you are ready for a fully electric car, the OMODA E5 adds another option to the conversation.
The OMODA 5 is available with a petrol engine or a self-charging hybrid system. Neither needs to be plugged in. The E5 is its fully electric sibling, so it needs charging and produces no tailpipe emissions when driven. Its published WLTP range is up to 267 miles; your actual range will vary with speed, weather and other driving conditions.
The Sportage offers petrol, self-charging hybrid and plug-in hybrid choices. A standard hybrid lets you benefit from electric assistance without finding a charger. The plug-in hybrid can cover shorter journeys on electric power when charged, while retaining a petrol engine for longer trips. It is a different proposition from the fully electric E5: the best fit depends on how often you can charge and the journeys you actually make.
Inside the OMODA 5, a 12.3-inch infotainment display, voice controls and available wireless phone charging give the cabin a modern feel. The E5 builds on that technology-led approach with two large displays and the quiet, immediate response of an electric motor. Equipment can differ by model and trim, so check the specification of the car you are considering.
The Sportage answers with its own substantial infotainment display, available driver assistance features and a practical family cabin. Rather than judging either SUV from a feature list alone, try the driving position, put your usual luggage in the boot and see how easily passengers fit in the rear. Those details often make the decision clearer than screen size.
The OMODA 5's competitive advertised entry price is a reason to take a closer look, particularly if you want a high-tech SUV while keeping an eye on your budget. The Sportage has a broad range of versions and finance options, so compare equivalent trims, the on-the-road price and the total amount payable, as well as any deposit and monthly payment. See the current OMODA new car offers and Kia new car offers before deciding. The E5's model page currently invites an enquiry for its price, so ask for a current quote rather than assuming it costs the same as the petrol OMODA 5.
Kia's established seven-year/100,000-mile vehicle warranty is a strong ownership benefit. The current-generation Sportage has also performed well in What Car?'s owner-reported reliability research. OMODA provides its own seven-year/100,000-mile vehicle warranty, with separate eight-year/100,000-mile high-voltage battery cover for the E5. Warranty length offers reassurance, although it does not by itself measure how often a car will need repairs. The Sportage's established place in the UK market may appeal if you prefer a familiar model; the OMODA offers the chance to try a newer name with a long warranty of its own. Warranty terms and exclusions apply.
