Verdict
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 is the sharper value call at RM108,000, undercutting the Chery O5 by RM8,800 while bringing a 480-litre boot, 13.2-inch screen and panoramic sunroof. Its 210 Nm output is 20 Nm down on the O5’s 230 Nm, however, and it uses a CVT against the Chery’s six-speed wet DCT. The O5 justifies some of its extra cost with ventilated power front seats, Sony eight-speaker audio, front foglamps and four front parking sensors. Both are CKD B-segment SUVs with 145 hp, six airbags and adaptive cruise control.
Pick the Chery O5 if you want 230 Nm, ventilated front seats and the fuller parking and audio specification.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 if you want to spend less, carry more luggage and get a panoramic sunroof with built-in navigation.
Key differences
- Price: Chery O5 RM116,800; Omoda Jaecoo J5 RM108,000.
- Torque: Chery O5 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm; Omoda Jaecoo J5 210 Nm at 1,750 rpm.
- Transmission: Chery O5 six-speed wet DCT; Omoda Jaecoo J5 CVT.
- Boot space: Chery O5 378 litres; Omoda Jaecoo J5 480 litres.
- Width and height: Chery O5 1,830 mm and 1,588 mm; Omoda Jaecoo J5 1,860 mm and 1,650 mm.
- Front parking sensors: Chery O5 four; Omoda Jaecoo J5 two.
O5
- 230 Nm, 20 Nm more torque than the J5.
- Ventilated six-way power-adjustable front seats.
- Sony eight-speaker audio, front foglamps and four front parking sensors.
- Costs RM8,800 more than the J5.
- 378-litre boot is 102 litres smaller than the J5’s.
- No built-in navigation is listed.
J5
- RM108,000 price saves RM8,800.
- 480-litre boot is 102 litres larger.
- 13.2-inch portrait touchscreen, panoramic sunroof and navigation.
- 210 Nm is 20 Nm down on the O5.
- Has two front parking sensors to the O5’s four.
- No front foglamps or ventilated front seats are listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM116,800 | RM108,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp at 5,500 rpm | 145 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 210 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 10.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 175 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,400 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,434 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres | 480 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Giti GitiComfort F50 | Chao Yang Aggressor ZS03+ M+S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way Power Adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide, Manual Sunshade | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 1 Front 15W Wireless Charger, 1 Front 12V Socket, 1 Rear USB, 1 Boot 12V Socket | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 13.2-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Karaoke Functionality |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used O5 & J5 for sale
O5 vs J5 FAQ
Is the Chery O5 or Omoda Jaecoo J5 better?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 is better for price, a 480-litre boot, navigation and its panoramic sunroof. Choose the Chery O5 for its 230 Nm output, wet DCT, ventilated front seats and more front parking sensors.
What is the price difference?
The Chery O5 costs RM116,800 and the Omoda Jaecoo J5 costs RM108,000, so the Chery is RM8,800 more expensive.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 has the bigger boot at 480 litres. The Chery O5 has 378 litres, leaving the J5 with a 102-litre advantage.
