Verdict
At RM328,800, the GWM Tank 500 costs RM150,000 more than the RM178,800 Omoda Jaecoo J8. That buys seven seats, all-wheel drive and hybrid assistance from a 105 hp, 268 Nm motor, plus ventilated massaging front seats. The J8 is the rational five-seat choice: its 246 hp and 385 Nm engine narrowly tops the Tank’s 241 hp and 380 Nm, while its 200-litre boot beats the Tank’s 98 litres. Pick the Tank for people-carrying and driven-wheel traction; pick the J8 if RM150,000 stays in your pocket.
Pick the GWM Tank 500 if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive and its hybrid-assisted powertrain.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if five seats are enough and you want a larger boot, slightly stronger engine output and far lower entry price.
Key differences
- Price: GWM Tank 500 RM328,800; Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM178,800.
- Seating: GWM Tank 500 has 7 seats; Omoda Jaecoo J8 has 5 seats.
- Driveline: GWM Tank 500 is all-wheel drive; Omoda Jaecoo J8 is front-wheel drive.
- Powertrain: GWM Tank 500 has 241 hp, 380 Nm plus a 105 hp/268 Nm motor; Omoda Jaecoo J8 has 246 hp and 385 Nm.
- Boot space: GWM Tank 500 has 98 litres; Omoda Jaecoo J8 has 200 litres.
- Length: GWM Tank 500 is 5,070 mm; Omoda Jaecoo J8 is 4,820 mm.
Tank 500
- Seven seats and 7 three-point seat belts.
- All-wheel drive with a 105 hp, 268 Nm hybrid motor.
- Ventilated massaging front seats and a 14.6-inch screen.
- RM150,000 more expensive.
- 98-litre boot is 102 litres smaller.
- 241 hp and 380 Nm trail the J8 by 5 hp and 5 Nm.
J8
- 246 hp and 385 Nm from its 2.0-litre turbo engine.
- 200-litre boot and powered boot operation.
- Auto parking and a seven-year/150,000-km warranty.
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
- Five seats rather than seven.
- Front seats lack the Tank 500's massage and ventilation functions.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM328,800 | RM178,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing with hybrid assistance | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 241 hp | 246 hp✓ |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 385 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 105 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 268 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 1.75 kWh | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Nine-speed Hydraulic Automatic Transmission | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 9 | 8 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,070 mm | 4,820 mm |
| Width | 1,934 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,905 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,820 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,892 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 65 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 98 litres | 200 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/50R20 | 245/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/50R20 | 245/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size Spare | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Continental CrossContact RX | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Second Row Seats | Available For Second Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED Headlights | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Massaging Function and Seat Ventilation | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest, 50:50 Split Power Folding | 60:40 Split-folding and Reclining |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 USB Ports, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 14.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 12-speaker Infinity Sound System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 12-Speaker Sony Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| 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 | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000-km High Voltage Battery 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 Tank 500 & J8 for sale
Tank 500 vs J8 FAQ
Is the GWM Tank 500 or Omoda Jaecoo J8 better?
The Tank 500 is better for seven occupants, all-wheel-drive traction and hybrid assistance. The J8 is better for buyers who only need five seats, because it has 200 litres of boot space, slightly higher engine output and costs RM150,000 less.
What is the price difference?
The GWM Tank 500 costs RM150,000 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J8.
Which SUV has more luggage space?
The Omoda Jaecoo J8 has the larger quoted boot at 200 litres, versus 98 litres in the GWM Tank 500. The Tank counters with a third row and seven seats; the J8 is a five-seater.
