Chery targets Omoda C4 production in Gauteng

Chery Group will manufacture the new Omoda C4 at its Rosslyn plant in Gauteng, making it the Chinese automotive group’s first model to be built in SA as it prepares to expand local production and develop its domestic supplier base.

The production plans follow Chery Group’s acquisition of Nissan South Africa’s Rosslyn manufacturing facility earlier this year.

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Preparations include planned infrastructure and utility upgrades, alongside a localisation programme aimed at increasing the proportion of locally sourced components used in vehicle manufacturing.

Shannon Gahagan, head of brand and marketing at Omoda & Jaecoo South Africa, said: “Investing in local production is a decision about the kind of business we want Omoda & Jaecoo to become in South Africa.”

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The investment marks a step towards establishing Omoda & Jaecoo in South Africa’s automotive manufacturing sector, beyond the sale of imported vehicles.

The value of the production investment, expected manufacturing volumes and the number of jobs the project could support have not been disclosed in the information provided.

The C4 will be offered in petrol, hybrid and fully electric versions in SA, giving the brand a range of powertrains to cater to different consumer preferences and charging requirements.

Gahagan added: “The C4 will give us a place in the country’s manufacturing industry.”

Initially unveiled as the C3, the crossover features what the company describes as Cyber Mecha styling, with angular bodywork, a sculpted side profile and distinctive lighting. Its interior includes a wraparound cockpit and connected technology.

Features showcased internationally include a 13.2-inch central display, a 540-degree panoramic camera system and 50W wireless charging.

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Gahagan said the range of powertrains would give customers greater choice when buying an Omoda.

Final South African specifications, pricing and launch dates are expected to be announced closer to the C4’s local launch.

* Phenyo Selinda is a Moneyweb Intern.

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