Changan X5 PLUS vs. Chery Omoda 5 | Best Compact Sport SUV for 2026?
Two Chinese compact SUVs with sporty styling. The X5 Plus is bigger and more powerful; the Omoda 5 is better known in some export markets. Here is how to choose.
By EVtoU Export TeamPublished Updated 3 min read
If you need more space and power for the money, the Changan X5 Plus is the stronger choice. If brand recognition in your market matters most, and the Omoda 5 already has a dealer network there, the Chery may be easier to sell. Both are front-wheel-drive Chinese compact SUVs with coupé-style rooflines, so the decision comes down to size, powertrain and how well each brand is known where you sell.
Which is bigger?
The X5 Plus. It measures 4,540 mm long with a 2,715 mm wheelbase. The Omoda 5 is a smaller car — Chery's published figures put it at around 4.4 metres long with a wheelbase of about 2.63 metres. That difference shows up in rear legroom and boot space, which matters for families and for ride-hailing fleets.
Which has the better engine?
The 2026 X5 Plus 1.5T makes 141 kW and 310 N·m and uses a 7-speed wet dual-clutch gearbox. The Omoda 5 is sold with different petrol engines depending on market — including 1.5-litre and 1.6-litre turbo units — as well as an electric version. Check the exact engine and gearbox offered for your market before comparing prices, because the pairing changes the car's character and service needs.
| Changan X5 Plus 2026 | Chery Omoda 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,540 mm | About 4,400 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm | About 2,630 mm |
| Petrol engine | 1.5T, 141 kW / 310 N·m | 1.5T or 1.6T, by market |
| Gearbox | 7-speed wet DCT | CVT or DCT, by engine |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
Omoda 5 figures are approximate and vary by market; confirm them with Chery's specification for your country.
Which offers more equipment?
Both offer large screens, cameras and driver-assistance features on upper trims. On the X5 Plus, the Surpass PRO and Excellence PRO bring twin 12.3-inch screens, a 360° camera, SONY audio and an opening panoramic sunroof, with full-speed adaptive cruise on the Excellence PRO. Compare the specific trims you would stock, not the flagship versions.
Which is easier to sell?
This depends on your market more than on the cars. Chery has invested heavily in the Omoda brand abroad, so in some countries buyers already recognise it. In markets where neither brand is established, the X5 Plus's size and power advantage at a similar price is easier to demonstrate on a test drive. For importers buying outside official distribution, supply flexibility also matters: EVtoU can supply the X5 Plus from a single trial unit.
Verdict
Choose the Changan X5 Plus 2026 if space, power and value are your selling points. Choose the Omoda 5 if your customers already ask for it by name. Many dealers stock both — and our fleet team can quote mixed orders.
