Omoda has refreshed its Omoda 9 plug-in hybrid SUV after a successful year in Spain, with over 6,500 units sold since launch. The updated model introduces improvements to its driving dynamics, driver assistance systems, and parking features. It also arrives alongside the new 2027 line-up, highlighted by a limited Black Edition, with just 200 units available in the Spanish market.
Better Handling and Updated Safety Features
The facelift brings more than cosmetic updates. The front brakes now feature larger discs with improved ventilation and heat dissipation, aiming for better performance and durability. The suspension setup has been refined with a stronger stabilizer bar and firmer springs to reduce body roll and enhance ride stability.
Driver aids have also been tweaked. The lane-centering system has been recalibrated for smoother operation. Adaptive cruise control and speed limiter alerts can now be silenced using the steering wheel controls. The lane departure warning has dropped the previously included steering wheel vibration. Additionally, the automatic parking system benefits from a new algorithm that improves maneuver precision and lets drivers choose between forward or backward parking.
Black Edition Emphasizes Style and Exclusivity
Alongside the update, Omoda introduces the Black Edition, a limited-run trim emphasizing a sleek and exclusive look. This version sports a matte black exterior with glossy black accents on the grille, side skirts, and mirror housings. Black-finished wheels complete the dark theme.
Inside, the Black Edition offers a fully black interior with black Nappa leather upholstery, adding a premium touch to the cabin. Only 200 Black Edition units will be sold in Spain, making it a rare option for buyers seeking something distinctive.
Hybrid System and Pricing Remain Unchanged
Mechanically, the 2027 Omoda 9 keeps its existing plug-in hybrid system. The so-called Super Hybrid System combines a gasoline engine with three electric motors—two at the front axle and one at the rear—producing a combined 537 hp and 650 Nm of torque. It drives all four wheels via an automatic transmission.
Performance figures include a 0-100 km/h sprint in 4.9 seconds and a top speed limited to 180 km/h. The SUV uses a 34.5 kWh NMC battery, offering an electric-only range of up to 145 km according to the WLTP cycle. This enables it to carry Spain’s zero emissions badge, granting benefits in urban mobility zones.
Pricing starts at €52,900 for the Premium trim and €54,400 for the Black Edition, as of November 2026, before any discounts. Omoda’s update aims to keep the Omoda 9 competitive versus rivals like the BYD Seal U, Skoda Kodiaq, and Renault Rafale in Spain’s expanding plug-in hybrid SUV market.
Source: motor.es