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Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Everest
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
C9 SHS
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
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Everest
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
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Spec
C9 SHS
Everest
Model Introduced Year
2025
2015
Generation
Current South Africa C9 SHS range
Currently sold Everest belongs to the latest generation with enhanced comfort and safety systems
Facelift History
Current South Africa version listed by official source
Major generational update in 2022 with improved safety, technology, and design
Facelift Launched Since
2025
2022
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
SUV
Large SUV
Tare Mass Kg
Not Available
2450 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Color Note
-
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue
Dealer Stock Note
-
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
-
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.0TD V6 Platinum 10AT 4WD
Spec
C9 SHS
Everest
Length
4775 mm
4914 mm
Width
1920 mm
1923 mm
Height
1671 mm
1842 mm
Wheelbase
2800 mm
2900 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
165 mm
226 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
140 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
80 l
Boot/Cargo Space
660 l
259 l
Kerb Weight
2195 kg
2450 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2717 kg
3150 kg
Payload Capacity
522 kg
680 kg
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
7 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
3 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.8 m
5.9 m
Front Headroom
1005 mm
972 mm
Rear Headroom
970 mm
953 mm
Front Legroom
1070 mm
1058 mm
Rear Legroom
960 mm
912 mm
Spec
C9 SHS
Everest
Front Track Width
Not Available
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Available
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Not Available
Chassis Type
-
Ladder Frame
Chassis Material
-
Ladder Frame
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
C9 SHS
Everest
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Automatic
Not Available
Power Windows
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Standard
Not Available
Sunroof
Standard
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Standard
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
1783 l
Not Applicable
AC Type
Automatic
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Skid Plates
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Source Model Column
-
everest
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Sub Frame
-
Ladder Frame
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
Trailer Stability Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trim Level
-
flagship
Variant Role
-
Flagship / premium derivative
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
Spec
C9 SHS
Everest
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
3-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
SQRH4J15
Ford 3.0 V6 turbo diesel
Fuel Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Diesel
Hybrid System
Plug-in Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1500 cc
2993 cc
Cylinders
4
6
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
16
24
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Petrol injection
Common-rail direct injection
Compression Ratio
14.5:1
16.0:1
Bore
72.0 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
92.0 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
Not Officially Disclosed
184 kW @ 3250 rpm
Maximum Torque
Not Officially Disclosed
600 Nm
Combined Power
440 kW
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
915 Nm
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Permanent-magnet synchronous traction motors
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
3
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Front and rear axles
Not Applicable
Drive Type
AWD
4WD
Transmission
3-Speed Automatic
10-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
180 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
4.9 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
13.3 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport, Snow, Mud, Sand, Off-Road
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
6000 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
200.5 kW/tonne
75.1 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
416.9 Nm/tonne
244.9 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
34.46 kWh
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
31.0 kWh
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Lithium-ion traction battery
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
322 V
Not Applicable
Electric Range
150 km (WLTP)
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
6.6 kW
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
70 kW
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
5 h 30 min (30-100%)
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
25 min (30-80%)
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Yes
Not Applicable
Spec
C9 SHS
Everest
Gearbox
3-Speed DHT
10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
AWD
Full-Time Four Wheel Drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
3
10
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Automatic clutch
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Electric
10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
4WD / AWD
4WD Engagement
Electrically controlled AWD using front hybrid drive and rear electric drive with automatic torque management
Available
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Available
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
DHT
10-Speed Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Axle Layout
AWD
4x4
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
3
10
Engine Position
-
Front longitudinal
Drive Mode Selector
-
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Spec
C9 SHS
Everest
Claimed Mileage
71.4 km/l
11.8 km/l
City Mileage
12.8 km/l
9.9 km/l
Highway Mileage
16.9 km/l
13.7 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l
80 l
Emission Standard
Euro VIb
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
71.4 km/l
11.8 km/l
Charging Port Type
Plug-in hybrid AC/DC
Not Applicable
Charging Type
AC and DC fast charging
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
70
80
Combined Driving Range
1100
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
22.7
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Available
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Available
Not Applicable
Spec
C9 SHS
Everest
Airbags
Multiple airbags
6
ABS
Standard
Not Available
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Standard
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Standard
Not Available
EBD
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Not Available
Side Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
TCS
Standard
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Standard
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Not Available
Spec
C9 SHS
Everest
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Not Available
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Spec
C9 SHS
Everest
Seat Material
Leatherette / leather
Not Applicable
Heated Seats
Standard
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Standard
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Available
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Available
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Power
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Power
Not Applicable
Seat Trim
Leatherette / leather
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
-
5
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
Premium interior design, large touchscreen, digital cluster, driver assistance features
Interior Colours
-
5
Spec
C9 SHS
Everest
Infotainment System
Touchscreen infotainment
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Not Available
Android Auto
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Not Available
Number of Speakers
8
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
Not Applicable
USB Ports
Front and rear USB where listed
Not Available
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch or larger by trim
SYNC
Touchscreen
10.25-inch or larger by trim
SYNC
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch or larger by trim
SYNC
Connected Services
-
SYNC
Spec
C9 SHS
Everest
LED Headlamps
Standard
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Standard
Not Available
Roof Rails
Standard
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Khaki white, carbon crystal black, moonlight silver, grey and other official Omoda market colours where listed.
5
Headlights
Standard
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Standard
Not Available
Body Type
-
SUV
Exterior Colour Options
-
5
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
C9 SHS
Everest
Approach Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Standard
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
AWD / 4WD as listed
Four-wheel drive
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
165 mm
226 mm
Ground Clearance Min
165 mm
226 mm
Underbody Protection
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Spec
C9 SHS
Everest
Tyre Size
245/50 R20
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
245/50 R20
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
Not Applicable
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Spec
C9 SHS
Everest
CO2 Emissions
Not Available
Not Applicable
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Available
Variable Valve Timing
-
No
Spec
C9 SHS
Everest
Service Plan
5 Years / 75 000 km
Not Available
Spec
C9 SHS
Everest
Ownership Role
flagship or capability-focused
Flagship
Price Zar
999900 ZAR
1340000 ZAR
Pricing Role
flagship or capability-focused
Current listed price
Starting Price
999900
1340000
Starting Price Zar
999900
1340000
Spec
C9 SHS
Everest
Warranty
7 Years / 200 000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Years
7 Years / 200 000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
7 Years / 200 000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
5 years / unlimited km
Basic Warranty
7 Years / 200 000 km
4 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
4 years / unlimited km
In depth: how these cars differ
This C9 SHS and Everest comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: C9 SHS 92 vs Everest 91.
Efficiency index: C9 SHS 96 vs Everest 52.
Safety-equipment index: C9 SHS 94 vs Everest 81.
Practicality index: C9 SHS 69 vs Everest 77.
Ownership-cover index: C9 SHS not separately scored vs Everest not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
C9 SHS leads by 10 points
C9 SHS has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Everest remains close.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
C9 SHS
Performance
92/100
Efficiency
96/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
69/100
Everest
Performance
91/100
Efficiency
52/100
Safety
81/100
Practicality
77/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexOmoda C9 SHS
leads the specification evidence index with 87 pts
vs 77 pts for Everest
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, C9 SHS leads. However, Everest may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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