Verdict
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV costs RM8,820 more, but the gap brings a 208 hp, 288 Nm electric motor, 402 km range from its 58.9 kWh battery and 130 kW DC charging. It is also the more safety-focused SUV, with six airbags, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assistance where the Mitsubishi Xforce has four airbags and no such systems. The Xforce counters with lower RM120 annual road tax, a 30 mm longer wheelbase and a space-saver spare. For a Malaysian buyer able to charge regularly, the J5 EV is the more complete package.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV if you can charge at home or work and want 208 hp, 402 km range, six airbags and Level 2+ driver assistance.
Pick the Mitsubishi Xforce if you want to spend RM8,820 less, pay RM60 less road tax yearly and retain a petrol engine with a 42-litre tank.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV RM118,800; Mitsubishi Xforce RM109,980.
- Powertrain output: J5 EV has 208 hp and 288 Nm; Xforce has 104 hp and 141 Nm.
- Energy storage: J5 EV has a 58.9 kWh battery and 402 km range; Xforce has a 42-litre petrol tank.
- Wheelbase: J5 EV 2,620 mm; Xforce 2,650 mm.
- Boot space: J5 EV 480 litres, expanding to 1,284 litres; Xforce 410 litres with 40:20:40 split-folding seats.
- Safety: J5 EV has six airbags and 19 Level 2+ ADAS functions; Xforce has four airbags and no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist.
J5 EV
- 208 hp and 288 Nm electric motor with 402 km range.
- Six airbags, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assistance.
- 480-litre boot, multi-link rear suspension and 130 kW DC charging.
- RM8,820 dearer to buy and RM60 more in annual road tax.
- 30 mm shorter wheelbase than the Xforce.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a space-saver spare wheel.
Xforce
- RM8,820 lower purchase price and RM120 annual road tax.
- 2,650 mm wheelbase is 30 mm longer than the J5 EV's.
- Space-saver spare wheel and 40:20:40 rear seat split.
- 104 hp and 141 Nm are well down on the J5 EV's 208 hp and 288 Nm.
- 410-litre boot is 70 litres smaller than the J5 EV's.
- Four airbags, with no autonomous braking or lane-keeping assistance.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM118,800 | RM109,980✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM180 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC naturally-aspirated, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 104 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 141 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 75 mm × 84.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 208 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 288 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 58.9 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 402 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Single-speed Automatic | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,390 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,810 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,250 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres✓ | 410 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aerodynamic Two-tone Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aerodynamic Two-tone Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags) | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) |
| 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 outer two rear seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Multi-Collision Braking | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | 19 Level 2+ ADAS: RCTA with Braking, Emergency Lane Keeping, Evasive Steering Assist, Traffic Jam Assist, Door Opening Warning, Active Speed Limiter, Rear Collision Warning | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Six-way Power Driver and Four-way Power Passenger Seats, Ventilated | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Split-folding (up to 1,284 L cargo) | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof (1.45 m) | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Interactive Multi-colour Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 13.2" 2K Touchscreen + 8" Digital Cluster, 8 Speakers, 50W Ventilated Wireless Charging | 8" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry and Start | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Full-speed Adaptive Cruise Control with Integrated Cruise Assist | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 540-degree HD Surround View | Yes, 360-degree view |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | High-voltage battery warranty 10 years/200,000 km | — |
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 J5 EV & Xforce for sale
J5 EV vs Xforce FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV or Mitsubishi Xforce better?
The J5 EV is better equipped for buyers who can charge regularly: it has 208 hp, 402 km range, six airbags and autonomous braking. The Xforce is the cheaper petrol alternative, with a longer wheelbase and a space-saver spare.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV costs RM118,800, which is RM8,820 more than the Mitsubishi Xforce at RM109,980. Its annual road tax is also RM180 versus RM120 for the Xforce.
Which has more usable cargo space?
The J5 EV has the larger quoted boot at 480 litres, versus 410 litres for the Xforce, and expands to 1,284 litres with its rear seats folded. The Xforce instead has a more flexible 40:20:40 rear-seat split.
