Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the RM10,800 step from the RM108,000 Omoda Jaecoo J5 to the RM118,800 Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV brings a 208 hp, 288 Nm motor, 58.9 kWh battery and 402 km range. It is also 2.5 seconds quicker to 100 km/h, at 7.7 seconds, while retaining the same 4,380 mm body, 2,620 mm wheelbase and 480-litre boot. The petrol J5 still makes sense if you want the lower RM120 annual road tax and built-in navigation, but the EV has the stronger equipment case, including ventilated front seats and 130 kW DC charging.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 if you want the RM108,000 entry price, RM120 annual road tax and integrated navigation.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV if you want 208 hp, 288 Nm, 402 km of claimed range and substantially richer driver-assistance equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J5 RM108,000; Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV RM118,800.
- Powertrain: J5 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine with 145 hp and 210 Nm; J5 EV single motor with 208 hp and 288 Nm.
- Acceleration: J5 0-100 km/h in 10.2 seconds; J5 EV in 7.7 seconds.
- Energy storage/range: J5 has a 1,498 cc petrol engine; J5 EV has a 58.9 kWh battery and 402 km range.
- Annual road tax: J5 RM120; J5 EV RM180.
- Charging: J5 has no charging provision; J5 EV supports 11 kW AC, 130 kW DC and 3.3 kW V2L.
J5
- RM10,800 lower purchase price.
- Lower RM120 annual road tax.
- Navigation is fitted.
- 145 hp and 210 Nm trail the EV's 208 hp and 288 Nm.
- 10.2-second 0-100 km/h time is 2.5 seconds behind the EV.
- Misses the EV's ventilated front seats, 540-degree HD surround view and 130 kW DC charging.
J5 EV
- 208 hp and 288 Nm motor delivers 7.7-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- 58.9 kWh battery, 402 km range and 130 kW DC charging.
- Gets ventilated front seats, 540-degree HD surround view and 19 Level 2+ ADAS functions.
- Costs RM10,800 more to buy.
- Annual road tax is RM180 versus RM120.
- No navigation is listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM108,000✓ | RM118,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM180 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 145 hp at 5,500 rpm | — |
| Torque | 210 Nm at 1,750 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| 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 | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Single-speed Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.2 seconds | 7.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | 175 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres | 480 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R18 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R18 | 235/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Aggressor ZS03+ M+S | GitiControl P10 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Aerodynamic Two-tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Aerodynamic Two-tone Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags) | 6 (Dual Front, Side and 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 outer two rear seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Multi-Collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| 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 Projectors | LED |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats | Six-way Power Driver and Four-way Power Passenger Seats, Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Split-folding (up to 1,284 L cargo) |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof (1.45 m) |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Interactive Multi-colour Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade |
| Audio | 13.2-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Karaoke Functionality | 13.2" 2K Touchscreen + 8" Digital Cluster, 8 Speakers, 50W Ventilated Wireless Charging |
| 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 Entry and Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Full-speed Adaptive Cruise Control with Integrated Cruise Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | Yes |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 540-degree HD Surround View |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 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 & J5 EV for sale
J5 vs J5 EV FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 or Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV better?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV is the more capable choice on paper: 208 hp, 288 Nm, 7.7-second 0-100 km/h acceleration, 402 km range and additional ADAS functions. Choose the J5 for its lower RM108,000 price, lower road tax and navigation.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV costs RM118,800, which is RM10,800 more than the RM108,000 Omoda Jaecoo J5.
Which J5 is quicker?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds. The petrol Omoda Jaecoo J5 takes 10.2 seconds, although both have a 175 km/h top speed.
