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Ford Capri vs Omoda E5
Selected trimKnightChange trim267 mi · 61 kWh · £33,065
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Capri leads on family practicality and running costs, while the Omoda E5 leads on city driving.
Best value
Too close to call
Range & charging
Too close to call
Practicality
Too close to call
Which should you choose?
Choose the Ford Capri if...
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Omoda E5 if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Ford Capri edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Ford
6.4
Omoda
6.2
Too close to call
Motorway Range
Ford
4
Omoda
3.7
Too close to call
FamilyFord
Ford
7.9
Omoda
5.7
Charging
Ford
4.6
Omoda
4.4
Too close to call
Cost Per MileFord
Ford
4.7
Omoda
4.1
City DrivingOmoda
Ford
5.1
Omoda
6.4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £36,985 | £33,065 (better) |
| Official range | 286 miles (better) | 267 miles |
| Boot space | 572 L (better) | 380 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 25 min (better) | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 7.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Omoda E5
Length
Ford Capri4,634mm
Omoda E54,424mm-210mm
Width
Ford Capri1,872mm
Omoda E51,830mm-42mm
Height
Ford Capri1,626mm
Omoda E51,588mm-38mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,634 mm | 4,424 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,872 mm | 1,830 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,063 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,626 mm | 1,588 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.8 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 528 mm spare | 570 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 916 mm | Not available |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 572 L (better) | 380 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1510 L (better) | 1075 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Capri Style Standard Range 58kWh |  Omoda E5 Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.63m | 4.42m-210mm |
| Width | 1.87m | 1.83m-42mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.06m | Not available |
| Height | 1.63m | 1.59m-38mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.63m-137mm |
| Ground Clearance | 187mm | 147mm-40mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 572L (better) | 380L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1510L (better) | 1075L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 916mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.8m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,914kg | 1,710kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh | 61kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 286 mi (better) | 267 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 105kW | 130kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £36,985 | £33,065 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £35,485 (-£1,500) | £33,065 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 286 miles (better) | 267 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 193 miles | 194 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 25 min (better) | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 105 kW | 130 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 156 Wh/km (better) | 160 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh | 60 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec | 7.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 140 kW | 155 kW (better) |
| Torque | 310 Nm (better) | 288 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Ford Capri
Style Standard Range 58kWh
Omoda E5
Knight
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Ford Capri Style Standard Range 58kWh
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist72%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Omoda E5 Knight
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users68%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Ford CapriStyle Standard Range 58kWh | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Ford Capri worth the extra £3,920 over the Omoda E5?
The Ford Capri costs £3,920 more than the Omoda E5. For that premium it adds 192 litres more boot space. The Omoda E5 is not just cheaper - it also offers 25 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Ford Capri comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Capri or the Omoda E5?
The Omoda E5 is £3,920 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Omoda E5 comes out roughly £3,880 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Ford Capri and Omoda E5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 193 miles for the Ford Capri and 194 miles for the Omoda E5 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 25-28 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford Capri or the Omoda E5?
The Omoda E5 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 42 mm narrower than the Ford Capri. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 570 mm of total clearance for the Omoda E5 and about 528 mm of total clearance for the Ford Capri.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Ford Capri or the Omoda E5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Ford Capri and 90% for the Omoda E5. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Further reading
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .