OMODA C9 PHEV: A Fully-loaded Luxury and Performance Package For RM208,800
The premium SUV landscape in Malaysia has long been dominated by the established continental brands, but the arrival of OMODA & JAECOO Malaysia marked a tectonic shift.
With the recent launch of the OMODA C9 PHEV, the paradigm seems poised to shift again. Priced at only RM208,800, this premium off-road SUV coupé doesn't just aim to compete, it seeks to redefine what "attainable luxury" looks like.
While the petrol model of the C9 laid the groundwork in 2024, the Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) version launches it into a higher echelon of performance and sophistication.
Here are a few key aspects you should know about why this luxury performance vehicle is a standout.
First impressions count and the C9's desirable silhouette carries over from its petrol version. Wearing its coupé styling with confidence that echoes higher-priced European makes, the C9 has a commanding presence with a sweeping roofline and muscular haunches with full-width LED headlights and signature Sigma daytime running lights.
The diamond-cut 20-inch dual-tone alloy wheels and hidden door handles are here as well. But there are subtle design tweaks such as a revised front bumper lip and the discreet charging port that hint at something fundamentally different.
The figures are hard to ignore: with a combined output of 395 kW (537 PS) and 650 Nm of torque, the OMODA C9 PHEV is an absolute powerhouse. The plug-in hybrid system pairs a 1.5 turbocharged direct-injection four-cylinder deep miller cycle engine with a tri speed three-electric motor set-up (two in front, one in the rear) that provides all-wheel drive traction as well as a tremendous amount of power.
This is quite the upgrade from the 189 kW (257 PS) and 400 Nm of its ICE twin. The result? 0–100 km/h in just 4.9 seconds. For a large D-segment SUV, this is a stunning achievement.
The OMODA C9 is equipped with a 34.46kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery which offers a substantial 169 km (NEDC) EV range, capable of handling most daily commutes without relying on a single drop of petrol. Unlike many lesser hybrid engines, you'll enjoy a true electrified experience.
The OMODA C9's well-insulated premium experience gets a boost with the serene drive of a pure electric drive at low speeds. There's double-glazed acoustic glass, elegant leather-wrapped ventilated seats in front and second rows, premium soft-touch materials, and a 14-speaker Sony audio system that will let you soak in the crystal-clear details of your favourite tunes.
The C9 PHEV elevates plug-in hybrid functionality with fast-charging support of 70kW DC (30%-80% in 25 minutes). For home charging, the 6.6 kW AC charger takes approximately 5.5 hours to charge the battery from 30% to 100%.
The C9 PHEV is an engineering beast, packed with cutting-edge tech underneath its skin. Equipped with the Super Hybrid System (seen in the JAECOO J7 PHEV), it's able to intelligently toggle between electric and hybrid modes for optimal and seamless power delivery. Its cutting-edge battery and energy management system gets an incredible 1.4L/100 km (NEDC).
That's not all. Its intelligent adaptive suspension system integrated with Continuous Damping Control reads the road surface and adjusts the suspension in real-time, perfect for navigating all-too-common Malaysian potholes.
For long-distance travel, its combined range of approximately 1100km eliminates range anxiety.
OMODA C9 PHEV: The Best Luxury Buy
While the petrol variant offers excellent value, the additional premium for the PHEV version is arguably the best money you can spend on a large D-segment luxury SUV.
The electrification isn't just about efficiency and performance gains. It enhances the very essence of the vehicle. As the most powerful vehicle to date in the brand's line-up, the PHEV version of this premium off-road SUV has more than just levelled up a notch, it's now in a whole new league of luxury.
Book a test drive at your nearest OMODA & JAECOO dealership or through our website today.
