Verdict
At RM118,800, the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV costs RM5,000 more than the RM113,800 Nissan Kicks e-Power, but brings a 58.9-kWh battery, 402 km EV range and a much stronger 208-hp, 288-Nm motor. Its 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time also beats the Nissan’s 9.5 seconds. The Kicks counters with RM85 annual road tax against RM180, seven airbags to the J5 EV’s six and a 2,673-mm wheelbase. For Malaysians with dependable charging, the J5 EV gives more car for the extra outlay.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV if you can charge regularly and want 402 km EV range, 208 hp, a 480-litre boot and far more driver-assistance hardware.
Pick the Nissan Kicks e-Power if the RM5,000 lower entry price, RM85 road tax, seven airbags and petrol-hybrid operation suit your use better.
Key differences
- Price and road tax: Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV RM118,800 and RM180/year; Nissan Kicks e-Power RM113,800 and RM85/year.
- Motor output and acceleration: J5 EV 208 hp/288 Nm and 7.7 seconds; Kicks e-Power 136 hp/280 Nm and 9.5 seconds.
- Energy storage and range: J5 EV 58.9 kWh and 402 km; Kicks e-Power 2.1 kWh and no EV range figure.
- Wheelbase and boot space: J5 EV 2,620 mm and 480 litres; Kicks e-Power 2,673 mm and 423 litres.
- Safety and driver assistance: J5 EV has six airbags and lane-keeping assist; Kicks e-Power has seven airbags and no lane-keeping assist.
- Wheels and rear suspension: J5 EV gets 18-inch wheels and multi-link rear suspension; Kicks e-Power has 17-inch wheels and a torsion beam rear suspension.
J5 EV
- 402 km EV range from a 58.9-kWh battery
- 208 hp, 288 Nm and 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- 480-litre boot, 540-degree camera and full-speed adaptive cruise control
- Costs RM5,000 more at purchase
- RM180 annual road tax versus RM85
- Six airbags versus the Nissan’s seven
Kicks e-Power
- RM113,800 price and RM85 annual road tax
- Seven airbags, including a driver’s knee airbag
- 2,673-mm wheelbase is 53 mm longer
- 136 hp and 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time trail the J5 EV’s 208 hp and 7.7 seconds
- 423-litre boot is 57 litres smaller
- No blind-spot system or lane-keeping assist, unlike the J5 EV
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM118,800 | RM113,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM180 | RM85✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,198 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 82 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | — | 103 Nm at 4,800 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 3 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 78 mm × 83.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 12 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 208 hp✓ | 136 hp |
| Motor Torque | 288 Nm✓ | 280 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 58.9 kWh✓ | 2.1 kWh |
| EV Range | 402 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Single-speed Automatic | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds✓ | 9.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h✓ | 21.7 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,384 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,813 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,610 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,673 mm |
| Fuel Tank | — | 41 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres✓ | 423 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R18 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R18 | 205/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | Yokohama BluEarth E70 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aerodynamic Two-tone Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aerodynamic Two-tone Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| 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 on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Multi-Collision Braking | Yes |
| 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 Reflectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| 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) | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof (1.45 m) | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Interactive Multi-colour Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 13.2" 2K Touchscreen + 8" Digital Cluster, 8 Speakers, 50W Ventilated Wireless Charging | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry and Start | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| 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 | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 540-degree HD Surround View | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | High-voltage battery warranty 10 years/200,000 km | 8 Years/ 160,000 km Warranty for EV Battery |
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 & Kicks e-Power for sale
J5 EV vs Kicks e-Power FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV or Nissan Kicks e-Power better?
The J5 EV is the stronger choice if regular charging is practical: it has 402 km EV range, 208 hp, a larger boot and substantially more active safety equipment. Choose the Kicks e-Power for its lower price, lower road tax and extra airbag.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV costs RM118,800, which is RM5,000 more than the Nissan Kicks e-Power at RM113,800. Its annual road tax is also RM95 higher, at RM180 versus RM85.
Which one has better safety equipment?
The J5 EV has the broader driver-assistance suite, including blind-spot information, lane-keeping assist, rear cross-traffic alert with braking and a 540-degree camera. The Kicks e-Power has one more airbag, with seven versus six.
