Verdict
The Chery Tiggo 8 costs RM159,800 to the Omoda Jaecoo J7’s RM138,800, but the RM21,000 gap brings seven seats, an 18.3-kWh battery and a claimed 90 km EV range. That suits families able to charge regularly, though its 193-litre boot is far smaller than the J7’s 412 litres. The five-seat J7 is the sharper budget case: its 1.6-litre petrol engine makes 194 hp and 290 Nm, against the Tiggo’s 1.5-litre engine at 139 hp and 215 Nm, and it adds a panoramic sunroof, head-up display and navigation.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 8 if you need seven seats and can use its 90 km electric range for regular local trips.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J7 if you want to save RM21,000, carry five people and have a much larger 412-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 8 RM159,800; Omoda Jaecoo J7 RM138,800.
- Seats: Chery Tiggo 8 seven; Omoda Jaecoo J7 five.
- Boot space: Chery Tiggo 8 193 litres; Omoda Jaecoo J7 412 litres.
- Powertrain: Chery Tiggo 8 has a 139-hp/215-Nm 1.5L engine plus a 201-hp/310-Nm motor; Omoda Jaecoo J7 has a 194-hp/290-Nm 1.6L petrol engine.
- Electric running: Chery Tiggo 8 has an 18.3-kWh battery and 90 km EV range; Omoda Jaecoo J7 has no battery or EV range.
- Length: Chery Tiggo 8 4,725 mm; Omoda Jaecoo J7 4,500 mm.
Tiggo 8
- Seven seats with split-folding second and third rows.
- 18.3-kWh battery, 90 km EV range and 3.3-kW V2L.
- Ventilated front seats and a 15.6-inch touchscreen.
- RM21,000 more expensive.
- 193-litre boot is 219 litres smaller.
- No panoramic sunroof, head-up display or built-in navigation.
J7
- RM21,000 lower purchase price.
- 412-litre boot.
- Panoramic sunroof, head-up display and navigation.
- Five seats instead of seven.
- No plug-in hybrid battery, EV range or V2L.
- No ventilated front seats or auto high beam.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM159,800 | RM138,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp | 194 hp✓ |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 290 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 18.3 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 90 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 40 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | DHT | 7-speed Dual-clutch Gearbox |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,725 mm | 4,500 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm | 2,672 mm |
| Weight | 1,916 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 193 litres | 412 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact C | Cooper Evolution CTT |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, Curtain Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 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 Driver's Seat with 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat, Ventilated Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear, 2 Wireless Chargers |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Shade |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 10-speaker Sony Sound System | 14.8-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Sony Sound System, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty | — |
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 Tiggo 8 & J7 for sale
Tiggo 8 vs J7 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 8 or Omoda Jaecoo J7 better?
The Tiggo 8 is better for a larger family and regular charging, thanks to seven seats and 90 km of EV range. The J7 is better for five occupants wanting lower entry cost, a 412-litre boot, a panoramic sunroof and head-up display.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo 8 costs RM21,000 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J7. The extra outlay gets two additional seats, plug-in hybrid hardware, an 18.3-kWh battery and 90 km of EV range.
Which has the more practical boot?
The Omoda Jaecoo J7 has the larger quoted boot at 412 litres, versus 193 litres in the Chery Tiggo 8. Choose the J7 if luggage space matters more than the Tiggo 8’s third-row seating.
