Omoda 5 vs Suzuki S-Cross – Which model is better for everyday use?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Costs and Efficiency: When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Suzuki S-Cross has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21800 £, while the Omoda 5 costs 23100 £. That’s a price difference of around 1380 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki S-Cross manages with 5.10 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Omoda 5 with 7.50 L. The difference is about 2.40 L per 100 km.

Engine and Performance: Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Omoda 5 has a distinct edge – offering 204 HP compared to 129 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Omoda 5 is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.80 s, while the Suzuki S-Cross takes 9.50 s. That’s about 1.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Omoda 5 performs somewhat better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Suzuki S-Cross tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Omoda 5 pulls somewhat stronger with 290 Nm compared to 235 Nm. That’s about 55 Nm difference.

Space and Everyday Use: Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of boot space, the Suzuki S-Cross offers convincingly more room – 430 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 430 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Suzuki S-Cross performs somewhat better – up to 1230 L, which is about 155 L more than the Omoda 5.

Our conclusion: The Suzuki S-Cross proves to be edges ahead and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, Suzuki S-Cross is the better all-rounder in this comparison.