Verdict
At RM118,800, the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV undercuts the RM123,000 Toyota Hiace by RM4,200, and its RM180 annual road tax is RM655 lower. For private Malaysian use, its 208-hp motor, 402-km range, five seats and 480-litre boot make far more sense than a two-seat diesel commercial vehicle. The Hiace answers a narrower need: all-wheel drive, a 70-litre tank and a full-size spare. But its two airbags and lack of stability control are a major compromise against the J5 EV’s six airbags and Level 2+ ADAS.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV if you want a five-seat EV with 402 km of range, 208 hp and far more safety technology for RM4,200 less.
Pick the Toyota Hiace if all-wheel drive, a 70-litre diesel tank and a full-size spare matter more than passenger capacity, EV running costs and active safety.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV RM118,800; Toyota Hiace RM123,000.
- Annual road tax: Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV RM180; Toyota Hiace RM835.
- Seats: Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV 5; Toyota Hiace 2.
- Driveline: Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV front-wheel drive; Toyota Hiace all-wheel drive.
- Airbags: Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV 6; Toyota Hiace 2.
- Warranty: Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV 7 years/150,000 km; Toyota Hiace 3 years/100,000 km.
J5 EV
- 402-km EV range from a 58.9-kWh battery
- Six airbags, stability control and Level 2+ ADAS
- Five seats and a 480-litre boot
- Front-wheel drive versus the Hiace’s all-wheel drive
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare tyre
- 1,860-mm width versus the Hiace’s 1,695 mm
Hiace
- All-wheel drive
- 70-litre diesel tank
- Full-size 15-inch steel spare tyre
- Two seats versus five in the J5 EV
- Two airbags and no stability control
- Higher RM835 annual road tax and shorter 3-year/100,000-km warranty
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM118,800✓ | RM123,000 |
| Body type | SUV | Commercial |
| Segment | B-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM180✓ | RM835 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Common-rail Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,494 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 101 hp at 3,600 rpm |
| Torque | — | 260 Nm at 1,600 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 92 mm × 93.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 18.5 |
| 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 | Manual |
| Transmission Name | Single-speed Automatic | 5 Speed Manual |
| Gears | — | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,695 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 2,285 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,570 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,890 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R18 | 195R15C |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R18 | 195R15C |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 15" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Leaf Spring |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aerodynamic Two-tone Alloys | 15" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aerodynamic Two-tone Alloys | 15" Steel |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 4 stars — With 2 airbags and no stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Multi-Collision Braking | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | 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 | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| 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) | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents with Blower |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof (1.45 m) | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Interactive Multi-colour Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 13.2" 2K Touchscreen + 8" Digital Cluster, 8 Speakers, 50W Ventilated Wireless Charging | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry and Start | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Full-speed Adaptive Cruise Control with Integrated Cruise Assist | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 540-degree HD Surround View | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 3 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.
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J5 EV vs Hiace FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV or Toyota Hiace better?
The J5 EV is the better private-use choice with five seats, 402 km of range, six airbags and Level 2+ ADAS. Choose the Hiace only if its all-wheel drive, diesel powertrain and full-size spare suit your commercial requirements.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Hiace costs RM4,200 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV. Its annual road tax is also RM655 higher, at RM835 versus RM180.
How quickly can the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV charge?
The J5 EV accepts AC charging at up to 11 kW and DC charging at up to 130 kW. It also supplies up to 3.3 kW through vehicle-to-load capability; the diesel Hiace has no EV charging system.
