Suv Petrol 6-Speed DCT FWD 5-seat

Omoda C5

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Current South Africa C5 range Current version 2023 Body style SUV
C5 Street Plus is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.
ZAR 339,900
On-road in
ZAR 353,588
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 339,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 4,200
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,600
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,050
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 3,100
Insurance
ZAR 3,739
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 339,900
Estimated finance from ZAR 5,938/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1500cc (1.5L) Torque:230Nm (170 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:169mm (6.7″) Power:115kW (154 bhp) Boot442L (15.6 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 14.5 km/l (34 mpg)
City 11.7 km/l (28 mpg)
Highway 17.1 km/l (40 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Omoda C5 in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 5,938
Total Interest
ZAR 86,280
Total Payable
ZAR 356,280
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Omoda C5

C5 Street Plus is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.

The Omoda C5 Street Plus is the entry-value derivative in this South African range, listed at R339 900. The C5 Street Plus uses 1.5-litre turbo petrol with 6-speed DCT, placing it in the range as street plus is positioned as the entry-value derivative in the c5 range rather than as a cosmetic variation of the same body. A buyer considering C5 Street Plus may be solving for commute cost, family space, business predictability or highway comfort, so the variant has to be judged by the job it will perform most often. For C5 Street Plus, the useful detail is the full package: fuel type, transmission, service cover, warranty, tyre size, screens, camera support, driver assistance and seating flexibility. If the Street Plus adds features used every week, such as cameras, parking sensors, safer lighting, smartphone integration, improved seats or adaptive assistance, the extra monthly cost can be justified. The C5 Street Plus should be compared with adjacent trims in the same range and with similarly priced rivals, using confirmed equipment rather than assumptions. The sensible choice in the C5 Street Plus range is the derivative whose drivetrain, equipment, price and ownership package fit the buyer's normal week without financing unused extras. Highway users considering C5 Street Plus should look closely at engine flexibility, tyre profile, cabin quietness, service-plan distance and the driver-assistance systems fitted to the exact derivative. Street Plus is positioned as the entry-value derivative in the C5 range. For a buyer searching the C5 Street Plus price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. A 6-Speed DCT transmission describes the opportunity; Petrol power and the entry-value trim describe the conditions around it. A South African price reference of R339,900 describes the opportunity; engine of 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol and a power output of 115 kW @ 5500 rpm describe the conditions around it for C5 Street Plus. A realistic load, route and monthly-distance check will reveal whether the package earns its place on the shortlist for C5 Street Plus

Omoda C5 — Quick Facts

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Street Plus Entry-Value Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l 6-Speed DCT ZAR 339,900
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Street Plus Entry-Value Petrol Efficiency14.5 km/l 6-Speed DCT ZAR 339,900
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Omoda C5 Specifications

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Driving fit

Where the Omoda C5 Fits Best

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Who buys this

For C5 Street Plus, the local buying decision starts with instalment pressure, fuel or charging cost, warranty depth, rough-road comfort and the dealer support available near the owner's normal route. The best buyer for C5 Street Plus can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout. Then compare a 6-Speed DCT transmission and Petrol power with insurance, tyres, maintenance and the monthly finance payment

City
The urban test for C5 Street Plus should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded. City use is where the small decisions accumulate for C5 Street Plus. Drive the C5 Street Plus through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. Pay attention to the steering, sight lines, low-speed response, seat position and climate control rather than relying on a quiet dealership loop for C5 Street Plus. A 6-Speed DCT transmission matters when the cabin or load is full, and a front-wheel drive drivetrain can change the cost of repeated short trips for C5 Street Plus
Highway
For highway buyers, the C5 Street Plus needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. Engine of 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort
Off-Road
A South African price reference of R339,900 may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor petrol alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability. Ground clearance is only one part of the rough-road answer for C5 Street Plus. For C5 Street Plus, the sensible check is the exact fwd arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. Stay cautious where the local data does not state clearance or wading depth for C5 Street Plus. A buyer whose routine includes construction tracks or isolated farm roads should compare a vehicle with documented capability rather than infer it from styling for C5 Street Plus

Omoda C5 Street Plus — Should You Buy It?

Not yet rated: no complete Hagalu editorial review is published for this exact variant. The buyer guidance below is not a scored review.

C5 Street Plus deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

A fair review of C5 Street Plus should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of the entry-value trim, an active listing and a South African price reference of R339,900 can be valuable for the right driver

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓Transmission: 6-Speed DCT
  • ✓Trim: entry-value
  • ✓Status: active
  • ✓South African price: R339,900
  • ✓Engine: 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 115 kW @ 5500 rpm
  • ✓Gearbox: 6-Speed DCT
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for C5 Street Plus can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for C5 Street Plus depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written C5 Street Plus quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate C5 Street Plus budget.
  • ✕A short C5 Street Plus test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕C5 Street Plus capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent C5 Street Plus grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published C5 Street Plus figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm C5 Street Plus stock and support terms.

Omoda C5 FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Omoda C5 Street Plus is R339,900. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

The current south african range comprises Street Plus. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Omoda C5 Street Plus is 169 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Omoda C5 Street Plus is 1500 cc, with output shown as 115 kW (154 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Omoda C5 Street Plus is around 14.5 km/l.

For C5 Street Plus, the local buying decision starts with instalment pressure, fuel or charging cost, warranty depth, rough-road comfort and the dealer support available near the owner's normal route. The best buyer for C5 Street Plus can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout.

The urban test for C5 Street Plus should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded. City use is where the small decisions accumulate for C5 Street Plus.

For highway buyers, the C5 Street Plus needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. Engine of 1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort

Buyers researching the Omoda C5 often compare it with rivals such as Jaecoo J5 , KIA Sonet , Suzuki Across , Tata Curvv , Suzuki Grand Vitara . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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