OmodaOmoda 7 SHS-P

The Omoda 7 SHS-P (from £32,005) is the top version of the Omoda Omoda 7, a plug-in hybrid SUV. It offers a claimed range of 56 mi electric · 745 mi total, 204 hp and 0–62 mph in 8.4 s.

The Omoda 7 SHS-P is the plug-in hybrid version of Omoda's mid-size SUV and the more popular choice in the range. It can cover around 56 miles on electricity alone and up to 745 miles in total on a full battery and tank. There are three trims: Knight at £32,005, Noble at £35,005 and Noble Tech at £35,505.

Battery, range and charging

An 18.4 kWh battery gives an official 56-mile electric range. Electrifying.com suggests 45–50 miles is realistic in everyday use, which covers most commutes without using petrol. Unusually for a plug-in hybrid, it supports DC rapid charging at up to 40 kW, taking the battery from 30 to 80% in about 20 minutes. CO2 is rated at just 23 g/km, which puts company-car drivers in a low benefit-in-kind band.

Performance and driving

The 1.5-litre turbo engine and electric motor together produce 204 PS and 365 Nm. Power goes to the front wheels through a single-speed dedicated hybrid transmission. That gives 0–62 mph in 8.4 seconds and a top speed of 112 mph. Reviewers praise how well the engine is isolated from the cabin and how smoothly it switches between modes. The ride is comfortable, though the car leans if you push it. The maximum braked towing weight is 1,250 kg.

Interior and space

The battery reduces the boot to a still-generous 590 litres, or 1,417 litres with the seats folded, and the car weighs 1,870 kg. Noble trim adds heated and ventilated front seats and a 12-speaker Sony sound system. Noble Tech adds a 15.6-inch screen that slides across the dashboard and remote parking that you control from outside the car.

Technology and safety

All versions have the 15.6-inch 2.5K touchscreen and 8.88-inch instruments, connected sat-nav that shows live charger information, wireless smartphone mirroring and a fragrance system. Eight airbags, AEB, adaptive cruise and lane change assist are standard. The car has a seven-year/100,000-mile warranty, and the battery is covered for eight years/100,000 miles.

Who is it for?

The SHS-P suits families and company-car drivers who can charge at home and do mostly short trips but sometimes drive long distances. Rivals include the Jaecoo 7 SHS, BYD Seal U DM-i, MG HS Plug-in and Kia Sportage PHEV.