Omoda is making a bold move in Spain with the 9 SHS, a plug-in hybrid SUV with 537 hp. The model signals the brand’s shift beyond its earlier, cheaper offerings. Independent Spanish and European technical cards list 650 Nm of torque and a 0 to 100 km/h time of 4.9 seconds, placing it among the fastest PHEV SUVs on the market.
Many high-powered SUVs use sharp lines and large spoilers to grab attention; the Omoda 9 SHS takes a quieter approach. It measures 4,775 mm in length, with a width of 1,920 mm and a height of 1,671 mm. Its 2,800 mm wheelbase places it in the D/E segment for large SUVs, rather than among smaller crossovers. The front features a wide grille made up of small geometric shapes, paired with very slim headlights. Its roof slopes gently beyond the second row, leaving the rear seats less cramped than in some coupés. Large wheels fill the arches, while the glass area narrows toward the rear, giving the car a clean, upscale look without being flashy.
The Omoda 9 SHS has received a five-star Euro NCAP safety rating, with child occupant protection rated at 85%.
Inside, the Omoda 9 SHS has two large screens side by side, forming a single digital dashboard. The front seats offer heating and ventilation, and also include massage. There is plenty of legroom in the back. Soft-touch materials and ambient lighting mark a departure from the brand’s budget image. The car comes with an extensive list of features, so buyers will not need to pay for numerous extras. Its electronically controlled suspension is tuned for comfort and control, an impressive consideration in a large, powerful SUV. Independent technical reviews cite a 60-liter fuel tank and a combined range of about 1,100 km, making the 9 SHS suited to long trips as well as city driving.
The SHS system pairs a 1.5-liter TGDI petrol engine with three electric motors. A three-speed gearbox and all-wheel lead complete the setup. Multiple European sources describe it as designed for strong performance and a long electric-only range. Some European specifications list a 34.5 kWh battery and an electric range of up to 145 km (WLTP). In Spain, but, official data and local car magazines give the electric-only range as 92 km.
The Omoda 9 SHS avoids fake vents and wings in favor of balanced proportions and considered details, giving it a grown-up feel. Omoda is aiming higher, targeting buyers who weigh price alongside design and technology, with quality also in the mix. Recent reports from leading Spanish car outlets say Omoda & Jaecoo are also emphasizing child safety and adding new safety features to several models, including the 9 SHS.
In Spain, the Omoda 9 SHS is already available through commercial and leasing offers, reflecting the model’s launch and the presence of local specifications and configurations.
Omoda’s launch comes as Chinese carmakers expand their push in Spain, a trend covered in recent news about new electric and hybrid models. The 9 SHS represents a bigger step for Omoda: beyond power and range, it signals the brand’s bid to take on established European automakers.
For Spanish drivers, the Omoda 9 SHS reflects the growing ambitions of Chinese brands, as design and substance catch up with the low prices that first drew attention. If Omoda delivers on its promises of quality and refinement, the 9 SHS could set a new standard for what buyers expect from a modern plug-in hybrid SUV in Spain.
