Verdict
At RM115,900, the Honda HR-V costs RM7,900 more than the RM108,000 Omoda Jaecoo J5, yet the J5 brings 145 hp and 210 Nm against 119 hp and 145 Nm, cutting the 0-100 km/h time from 12.1 to 10.2 seconds. It is also roomier on paper, with a 480-litre boot versus 335 litres, six airbags and a 360-degree camera. The HR-V counters with Honda’s ULTRA Seat flexibility, unlimited-mileage five-year warranty and a 186 km/h top speed. For most Malaysian buyers, the J5 gives more equipment and performance for less money.
Pick the Honda HR-V if you value the ULTRA Seat, a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and its 186 km/h top speed.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 if you want lower upfront cost, 210 Nm, a 480-litre boot and substantially richer convenience equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Honda HR-V RM115,900; Omoda Jaecoo J5 RM108,000.
- Output: Honda HR-V 119 hp/145 Nm; Omoda Jaecoo J5 145 hp/210 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Honda HR-V 12.1 seconds; Omoda Jaecoo J5 10.2 seconds.
- Boot space: Honda HR-V 335 litres; Omoda Jaecoo J5 480 litres.
- Airbags: Honda HR-V four; Omoda Jaecoo J5 six.
- Warranty: Honda HR-V five years/unlimited mileage; Omoda Jaecoo J5 seven years/150,000 km.
HR-V
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- ULTRA Seat and 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
- Higher 186 km/h top speed.
- Only four airbags versus the J5's six.
- 335-litre boot trails the J5's 480 litres.
- Less power and torque: 119 hp/145 Nm versus 145 hp/210 Nm.
J5
- 145 hp and 210 Nm, with a 10.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 480-litre boot, 145 litres larger than the HR-V's.
- Six airbags, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera.
- 175 km/h top speed is 11 km/h below the HR-V's 186 km/h.
- Warranty mileage is capped at 150,000 km, where the HR-V's is unlimited.
- No ULTRA Seat function.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM115,900 | 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, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm | 145 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm | 210 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 73 mm × 89.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | CVT | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 186 km/h✓ | 175 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,347 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,591 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,610 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,274 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 335 litres | 480 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 235/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Chao Yang Aggressor ZS03+ M+S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) | 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 on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA Seat | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB-A & USB-C Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Shade |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 4 Speakers | 13.2-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Karaoke Functionality |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 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 HR-V & J5 for sale
HR-V vs J5 FAQ
Is the Honda HR-V or Omoda Jaecoo J5 better?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 is the stronger buy on specification: it is cheaper, faster, more powerful, has a larger boot and carries six airbags. Choose the Honda HR-V instead for its ULTRA Seat and unlimited-mileage warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Honda HR-V is RM7,900 more expensive than the Omoda Jaecoo J5. The J5 costs RM108,000, while the HR-V costs RM115,900.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 has the bigger boot at 480 litres, compared with 335 litres in the Honda HR-V. That is a 145-litre advantage for the J5.
