A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
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Specification
C4
ORA 5
Maximum Power
C4-
ORA 5150 kW
Maximum Torque
C4-
ORA 5260 Nm
Engine Size
C4-
ORA 5Not Applicable
Combined Fuel Economy
C4-
ORA 5Not Applicable
Ground Clearance
C4-
ORA 5175 mm
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Spec
C4
ORA 5
Generation
Upcoming first South African-market Omoda C4 compact crossover; final powertrain and retail derivative matrix pending
First-generation ORA 5; South African launch specification
Body Style
SUV
Compact SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
upcoming
On sale
Segment
Compact crossover SUV
Compact SUV
Vehicle Type
Passenger Car
Passenger vehicle
Model Introduced Year
-
2026
Facelift History
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No facelift; first South African model year
Facelift Launched Since
-
Not Applicable
Facelift Version Ending
-
Not Applicable
Spec
C4
ORA 5
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Yes
Cruise Control
-
Adaptive
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
-
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
-
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Alert and braking
Parking Sensors
-
Rear
Rear View Camera
-
360-degree panoramic view
Autonomous Emergency Braking
-
Yes
Auto Highbeam
-
Yes
Auto Wipers
-
Yes
Rear Parking Sensors
-
Yes
Reverse Camera
-
360-degree panoramic view
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Yes
Around View Monitor
Standard
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
-
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
-
Yes
Auto Hold
-
Yes
Steering Modes
-
Light, Comfort, Sport
Spec
C4
ORA 5
Wireless Charging
50 W
50 W
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
-
Not Applicable
Climate Control
-
Automatic
Power Windows
-
Four-door one-touch
Keyless Entry
-
Driver door
Sunroof
-
Panoramic glass roof
Electric Tailgate
-
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
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Automatic front wiper
AC Type
-
Automatic
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
Yes
Heated Mirrors
-
Yes
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
Rear Air Vents
-
Yes
Rear Shelf Board
-
Yes
Heat-pump Air Conditioning
-
Yes
Spec
C4
ORA 5
Infotainment Screen
13.2-inch
14.6-inch
Infotainment System
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14.6-inch touchscreen with voice control
Apple CarPlay
-
Wireless
Android Auto
-
Wireless
Bluetooth Connectivity
-
Yes
Number of Speakers
-
6
Digital Instrument Cluster
-
10.25-inch
USB Ports
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3 (front Type-A and Type-C; rear Type-C)
Voice Control
-
Yes
Touchscreen
13.2-inch
14.6-inch
Spec
C4
ORA 5
Ownership Role
Upcoming South African compact passenger vehicle
A home-charging buyer who wants the ORA 5 electric powertrain and every locally listed comfort, convenience and driver-assistance feature.
Pricing Role
Announced price not publicly listed
the electric flagship and highest-priced ORA 5
Price Zar
-
599900 ZAR
Starting Price
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R599,900
Starting Price Zar
-
599900
Spec
C4
ORA 5
Length
-
4471 mm
Width
-
1833 mm
Height
-
1641 mm
Wheelbase
-
2720 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
-
175 mm
Spec
C4
ORA 5
Engine
-
Battery-electric powertrain
Engine Code
-
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
-
Electric
Hybrid System
-
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
-
Not Applicable
Cylinders
-
Not Applicable
Cylinder Layout
-
Not Applicable
Valves
-
Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
-
Not Applicable
Aspiration
-
Not Applicable
Fuel System
-
Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
-
Not Applicable
Bore
-
Not Applicable
Stroke
-
Not Applicable
Maximum Power
-
150 kW
Maximum Torque
-
260 Nm
Combined Power
-
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
-
Not Applicable
Motor Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
-
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
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Eco, Well Being, Standard, Sport
Launch Control
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
-
Not Applicable
Power-to-Weight Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
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58.33 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
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Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Voltage
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
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520 km (NEDC)
AC Charging Power
-
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Power
-
Not Officially Disclosed
AC Charging Time
-
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Time
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Regenerative Braking
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
C4
ORA 5
Gearbox
-
Automatic
Transmission Type
-
Automatic
Gear Shift Type
-
Electronic column shifter
Gearbox Type
-
Automatic
Spec
C4
ORA 5
Claimed Mileage
-
Not Applicable
City Mileage
-
Not Applicable
Highway Mileage
-
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
-
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
-
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
-
520 km NEDC
Spec
C4
ORA 5
Airbags
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6
ABS
-
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
-
Yes
Traction Control
-
Yes
Hill Start Assist
-
Yes
Child Safety Lock
-
Manual
ISOFIX Mounts
-
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
-
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
-
No
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
-
Front-row reminder
Front Parking Sensors
-
No
AEB
-
Yes
Curtain Airbags
-
Yes
Driver Airbag
-
Yes
EBD
-
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
-
No
Hill Hold
-
Yes
Passenger Airbag
-
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
-
Alert and braking
Seatbelt Reminder
-
Front row
Side Airbags
-
Yes
Stability Control
-
Yes
TCS
-
Yes
ABS EBD
-
Yes
Integrated Brake Control
-
Yes
Spec
C4
ORA 5
Seat Material
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Synthetic leather
Heated Seats
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Front
Ventilated Seats
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Front seat and backrest
Ambient Lighting
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Multi-colour rhythmic
Steering Wheel Material
-
Microfibre leather
60 40 Split Seat
-
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
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6-way electric
Passenger Seat Adjustment
-
4-way electric
Seat Trim
-
Grey synthetic leather
Driver Seat Memory
-
Yes
Spec
C4
ORA 5
LED Headlamps
-
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
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LED
Fog Lamps
-
Rear LED
Roof Rails
-
Yes
Exterior Colour Options
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Emerald Green, Matte Grey, Ayers Grey, Hamilton White, Sterling Silver, Night Black, Brilliant Rose with a black roof, and Lake Blue with a black roof
Rear Wiper
-
Yes
Rear Fog Lights
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LED
Headlights
-
Yes
Panoramic Sunroof
-
Yes
LED Tail Lamps
-
Yes
Spec
C4
ORA 5
Tyre Size
-
225/60 R18
Spare Wheel Type
-
Temporary T135/90 D17
Wheel Rim Size
-
18-inch alloy
Handbrake Type
-
Electronic parking brake
Spec
C4
ORA 5
Front Suspension
-
MacPherson independent
Rear Suspension
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Multi-link independent
Electric Power Steering
-
Yes
Spec
C4
ORA 5
Service Interval
-
12 months / 15,000 km
Service Plan
-
7 years / 75,000 km; 12 months / 15,000 km intervals
Spec
C4
ORA 5
CO2 Emissions
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0 g/km tailpipe
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Not Applicable
Spec
C4
ORA 5
Roadside Assistance
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7 years / unlimited km
Warranty
-
7 years / 200,000 km
High-voltage Battery Warranty
-
8 years / 150,000 km
In depth: how these cars differ
This C4 and ORA 5 comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.
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