Omoda 4 EV Is Coming to Europe in 2027 and It Has a Bigger Battery Than the Omoda 5

Omoda’s cheapest crossover is getting an electric version that arrives in Europe in 2027, and further down I put it up against the Renault 4 and the Skoda Epiq to see how it holds up. The detailed numbers published so far describe the global-market car, since Omoda hasn’t confirmed the specifications of the car we’ll actually get. That car should share a lot with the European model, which is why I’m writing this piece, and I’ll flag any differences wherever they matter.

What Omoda Has Actually Confirmed

The Omoda 4 is due in several European countries in 2027, and Omoda UK’s announcement confirms the UK launch. The hybrid comes first and the electric version follows, in line with what I covered in the 100,000 UK sales piece, where hybrids did most of the heavy lifting for the brand.

Omoda showed the car at the Paris Motor Show in October after starting series production in China in April this year. Indonesia opened pre-orders for the electric version in July, with Brazil, Australia and South Africa lined up next.

Omoda 4 EV Specifications (Global Version)

The table below shows the global-market electric Omoda 4, since no European homologation figures exist yet. European specifications may differ, and Omoda’s own WLTP figure is still to come. The 553 km range is an NEDC number, and that test cycle usually gives higher results than WLTP, so I’ve added an estimated WLTP figure next to it.

I converted the NEDC number to the estimated WLTP figure myself. My WLTP vs CLTC explainer covers how range test cycles differ, and my LFP vs NMC explainer covers the LFP chemistry in this battery. Some European outlets quote a 67 kWh battery and up to 465 km WLTP for the Omoda 4 EV, while UK reports mention 61 kWh and about 400 km (248 miles). I’m treating those figures as provisional until Omoda publishes European specifications.

Design, Interior and Dimensions

The Omoda 4 looks very different from the Omoda 5 with its sharp creases, a wide raised bonnet and angular lights. The cabin is EV-generic, with a 13.2-inch portrait touchscreen and an 8.8-inch driver display. Omoda leans into a gaming theme, with a built-in game platform that comes with a wireless handheld controller and more than 20 games. As a father trying to cut down on my kids’ phone use, I’d say the controller is the first thing I’d take out of the car.

It measures roughly 4,424 mm / 1,863 mm / 1,570 mm (length / width / height), with a 2,700 mm wheelbase. That makes it about the same length as the current Omoda 5 EV, which I’ve covered on its Omoda E5 page, though the 4 has a longer wheelbase and a lower roofline. Boot space is above 400 litres, with the exact volume still to be confirmed.

There are two reasons for the different proportions, styling and packaging. The extra 70 mm of wheelbase leaves more room between the axles for a flat LFP battery pack in the floor and helps keep rear legroom generous despite the lower roofline.

That should change how it drives compared with the Omoda 5. A lower roofline means a lower centre of gravity, so in theory the Omoda 4 should lean less in corners. The longer wheelbase should add stability at motorway speeds and take the edge off sharp bumps, and the wider body supports that. The trade-off sits in the back seat, where passengers get less headroom, while knee room should be generous. On the practical side, the boot is above 400 litres against 380 litres in the Omoda 5 EV. Straight-line pace isn’t a strong point, with reports quoting 7.9 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h.

Which European Markets Get It and When

Omoda is present in 22 European markets, and the country list for the Omoda 4 is still open. Here’s what each market’s own reporting says so far.

Official prices are still to come. UK reports suggest the electric version could land around €31,000 (£27,000), with the hybrid under €29,000 (£25,000). Italian and Spanish outlets have floated roughly €27,000 and €25,000 for the hybrid. For comparison, the current Omoda 5 EV starts at €36,900 in Germany, so a lower starting price would fit the Omoda 4’s role as the cheapest model in the range.

Omoda 4 vs Renault 4 vs Skoda Epiq

The two obvious rivals are the Renault 4 E-Tech and the Skoda Epiq, so here’s how the batteries and WLTP ranges line up.

On paper, the Omoda 4 carries the biggest battery of the three, and its estimated range lands slightly above the Skoda’s best version. The challenge is that the Omoda figure is an estimate for a global-spec car, so I wouldn’t call it a win until WLTP numbers arrive.

If the global numbers carry over, the Omoda 4 EV looks like a well-equipped small crossover with a large battery for its size. The open questions are the European range and charging figures, the price and the exact launch date in each country. I’ll update this article as soon as Omoda publishes European specifications.

FAQ

When will the Omoda 4 EV launch in Europe? Omoda has confirmed a UK and France launch in 2027. Italy, Spain and the Netherlands are expected between the first quarter and the first half of 2027, according to local reports, and the hybrid arrives first.

What is the range of the Omoda 4 EV? The global version has a 65.05 kWh LFP battery and a claimed 553 km on the NEDC cycle, which translates to roughly 450 km WLTP by my estimate. Omoda hasn’t published a European WLTP figure yet.

How fast does the Omoda 4 EV charge? The global version charges at up to 119 kW and goes from 20 to 80% in about 22 minutes.

How much will the Omoda 4 EV cost? There’s no official price. Reports point to around €31,000 (£27,000) in the UK for the electric version, so treat that as an estimate until Omoda announces pricing.

Is the Omoda 4 bigger than the Omoda 5? At around 4,424 mm it is about the same length as the current Omoda 5 EV. The updated Omoda 5 grows to roughly 4,530 mm, so it will sit above the 4 in the range.

Featured Image: Chery / Omoda