Safest Omoda yet
Unveiled to the South African public in mid-2025, the Omoda C9 PHEV became the brand's halo plug-in hybrid model. Offering incredible claimed fuel economy and luxurious fitment, the C9 PHEV is said to provide a fantastic and safe drive, as Omoda has included an impressive list of safety features.
Related: Omoda C9 PHEV (2025) First Drive Review
The Omoda C9 PHEV scored a notable five-star Euro NCAP safety rating in recent testing. This score is earned for its construction materials and its comprehensive array of over 16 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) technologies.
What is the difference between an Omoda C9 and a Toyota RAV4?
Comprehensive safety
The OMODA C9 PHEV comes standard with a range of driver-assist and safety systems, designed to keep occupants safe. The following safety systems can be found on the new OMODA C9 PHEV:
- 7 airbags
- ISOfix child restraint system
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
- Automatic Braking (AEB)
- Blind-Spot Monitoring (BSM)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Brake (RCTB)
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Lane Change Assist (LCA)
- Lane Departure Prevention (LDP)
- Integrated Cruise Assist (ICA)
- Traffic Congestion Assist (TCA)
Other safety features include front/rear parking sensors, a 540-degree surround-view camera, and front dual, front-side, side curtain, driver knee, and bolster airbags.
