OMODA 4 is coming to Europe, another Chinese crossover with big ambitions
06/05/2026
The new OMODA 4 shows exactly where the brand wants to go next.
After entering the market with larger and more lifestyle-focused models, Omoda is now aiming lower in the range with a compact crossover that sits somewhere between the B- and C-segment. At 4.42 metres long, the Omoda 4 is positioned in one of Europe’s most competitive areas, where buyers want SUV styling, usable space, modern technology and, most importantly, a price that makes sense.
A compact SUV with a sharper personality
The Omoda 4 does not try to look conservative. Its design is angular, digital and intentionally futuristic, with a strong light signature at the front and rear. Omoda describes the lighting as being inspired by the shape of lightning, which fits the car’s broader attempt to feel more tech-driven than traditional.
Inside, the focus continues with a 13.2-inch infotainment screen, integrated AI functions, configurable ambient lighting and a 540-degree camera system. The brand also mentions 16 driver assistance systems, which suggests that Omoda wants to position the 4 as a high-value, high-tech alternative to more established compact SUVs.
That strategy is becoming familiar, but it still works. Offer more equipment, a bold design and competitive pricing, and suddenly the badge becomes less of a barrier.
Hybrid first, electric to follow
Depending on the market, the Omoda 4 is expected to arrive with a hybrid powertrain before the fully electric version joins the range. The hybrid version uses Omoda Jaecoo’s SHS Super Hybrid System, combining a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine with a small 1.83 kWh LFP battery. Early figures point to a combined output of 224 hp and 295 Nm, sent to the front wheels.
The fully electric version is expected to become one of the most relevant variants for Europe. Battery capacity should range from around 50 to 67 kWh, with the larger battery offering approximately 450 km of range.
A 450 km electric crossover in this size class puts the Omoda 4 right into the practical daily-use zone for European buyers. It is not a luxury EV, and it does not need to be. It simply needs to be efficient, well-equipped and priced sharply enough to make people reconsider the usual names.
The bigger picture: Omoda Jaecoo wants scale
The Omoda 4 is not just another model launch. It is part of a much bigger ambition. Omoda Jaecoo wants to reach one million annual global sales by 2027, and Europe will clearly play a role in that growth. That makes this car important.
Not because it will define the brand alone, but because compact crossovers are volume machines. If Omoda gets this formula right, the 4 could become one of the brand’s most important European models.
This also connects to a broader trend we have been following at AutoNext: Chinese brands are no longer just arriving in Europe with curiosity products. They are entering important segments with increasingly mature cars, aggressive technology packages and a clear understanding of what buyers expect. MG, BYD, Zeekr, Jaecoo and Omoda are all part of that pressure. And European manufacturers should not ignore it.
AutoNext Take
This is a compact crossover designed for real European volume, with the right size, the right tech focus and the right mix of hybrid and electric options. The key will be pricing.
If Omoda Jaecoo positions the 4 aggressively, this could become a serious alternative to established compact SUVs from European, Korean and Japanese brands. If it is priced too close to the traditional players, the badge will have to work harder.
