PARIS, FRANCE – The smallest member of the Omoda family has arrived in Europe. The Omoda 4 made its European debut at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, after its original unveiling in China earlier this year. With striking styling, a cabin inspired by video games and hybrid power expected, Chery Group’s newest compact SUV is aimed at young, tech-savvy buyers, and it is confirmed for the UK in 2027.
Omoda showed the new 4 alongside the updated Omoda 5, underlining how quickly the brand is expanding its range in Europe.
“OMODA has always had a strong sense of individuality.”
Gary Lan, CEO of OMODA&JAECOO UK
Cyber Mecha design
The Omoda 4 is styled using the brand’s “Cyber Mecha” design language, inspired by the giant robots of Japanese science fiction. The result is a sharp, angular compact SUV with aggressive lighting, chunky wheel arches and a wedge-shaped profile. Some observers in Paris compared its look to a scaled-down Lamborghini Urus, and it certainly stands out in a segment full of conservative designs.
Omoda describes the 4 as youthful, fashion-conscious and technology-led, and it is clearly designed to appeal to first-time new-car buyers who want something that looks different from the crowd.
A starship cockpit
Inside, the Omoda 4 continues the futuristic theme with what the brand calls a “technology-led starship cockpit”, inspired by gaming and digital environments. Expect large screens, ambient lighting and a driver-focused layout. Omoda has also highlighted artificial-intelligence features designed to learn the driver’s habits and preferences over time, adjusting settings to suit each person who drives the car.
Super Hybrid power expected
Omoda has not yet confirmed full European specifications, but the 4 is expected to use the same Super Hybrid System (SHS-H) as the larger Omoda 5. In the 5, that full-hybrid set-up produces 224 hp and 295 Nm of torque and delivers 0–100 km/h in 7.9 seconds. In the smaller, lighter 4, performance could be even livelier.
A self-charging hybrid makes a lot of sense in this class. It offers lower fuel consumption and electric driving at low speeds in town without the need for a charging point, which suits buyers who live in apartments or do not have access to home charging.
Who it competes with
The Omoda 4 enters one of the busiest segments in Europe. Its main targets are compact SUVs such as the Nissan Juke and Volkswagen T-Roc, as well as the Ford Puma, Peugeot 2008 and Renault Captur. Omoda’s strategy is to win buyers with bold design and generous equipment at a competitive price. UK prices have not been announced yet; for reference, the petrol Omoda 5 starts from around £24,000 in the UK.
A brand on the rise
Omoda and its sister brand Jaecoo, both part of China’s Chery Group, have grown at remarkable speed. The brands have passed one million cumulative global sales in around three years and are now present in 79 markets, including 23 European countries. Europe now accounts for a large share of their sales, and the UK has become one of their most important markets.
The Middle East is also a key region. In the UAE, Omoda and Jaecoo have recorded more than 6,000 cumulative sales, led by the Jaecoo J7, and the brands have been steadily expanding their dealer networks across the Gulf. A stylish, efficient compact SUV like the Omoda 4 could find plenty of buyers in the region’s cities.
Chery’s fast-growing family
Chery Group has become one of China’s biggest car exporters, selling vehicles under several brands, including Chery, Omoda, Jaecoo, iCaur and Exeed, and now the Freelander brand created with Jaguar Land Rover. Each brand targets a different type of buyer. Omoda focuses on style and technology for younger customers, while Jaecoo leans towards rugged, off-road-inspired SUVs.
That multi-brand approach lets Chery share platforms, hybrid systems and software across a huge range of models, keeping costs low while still offering distinctive designs. The Omoda 4 benefits directly: it can use the proven Super Hybrid technology already sold in larger models, while its own look and cabin give it a personality of its own. For buyers, that means proven mechanicals in a fresh, eye-catching package.
Why it matters
The arrival of the Omoda 4 shows how Chinese brands are moving into every corner of the market. Having started with mid-size SUVs, Omoda is now targeting younger buyers with a smaller, cheaper model, exactly the kind of car that has traditionally been dominated by European, Japanese and Korean brands. If the price is right, the Omoda 4’s distinctive design and hybrid efficiency could make it a serious contender.
More details, including full specifications, prices and equipment, are expected closer to the UK launch in 2027.
Omoda 4: key facts
- Type: Compact SUV from Chery Group
- Design: Cyber Mecha styling, gaming-inspired cockpit
- Powertrain: Super Hybrid (SHS-H) expected; 224 hp in the Omoda 5
- Rivals: Nissan Juke, VW T-Roc, Ford Puma
- UK launch: 2027
- Debut: European premiere at the 2026 Paris Motor Show