Verdict
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 costs RM108,000 and makes a sensible compact SUV case with a 480-litre boot, 145 hp and a 10.2-second 0-100 km/h time. Spend RM60,800 more on the Omoda Jaecoo C9 and you step into a much larger D-segment SUV: it is 395 mm longer, rides on a 180 mm longer wheelbase and carries 660 litres. Its 257 hp and 400 Nm are a major step up, as are eight airbags, ventilated front seats and a head-up display. The J5 is the easier financial call; the C9 is the family-space and performance pick.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 if you want the RM60,800 saving, a more compact 4,380-mm footprint and still want adaptive cruise control, a panoramic sunroof and a 480-litre boot.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo C9 if you need the 660-litre boot and 2,800-mm wheelbase, and want 257 hp, 400 Nm, eight airbags and ventilated front seats.
Key differences
- Price: J5 RM108,000; C9 RM168,800.
- Power and torque: J5 145 hp and 210 Nm; C9 257 hp and 400 Nm.
- Length and wheelbase: J5 4,380 mm and 2,620 mm; C9 4,775 mm and 2,800 mm.
- Boot space: J5 480 litres; C9 660 litres.
- Wheels and tyres: J5 18-inch alloys with 235/55R18 tyres; C9 20-inch alloys with 245/50R20 tyres.
- Airbags: J5 six; C9 eight.
J5
- RM60,800 cheaper to buy.
- Compact 4,380-mm length suits tighter parking spaces.
- Gets a 13.2-inch touchscreen, 360-degree camera and adaptive cruise control.
- 145 hp and 210 Nm trail the C9's 257 hp and 400 Nm.
- 480-litre boot is 180 litres smaller than the C9's.
- Six airbags, no front-seat ventilation and no head-up display.
C9
- 257 hp and 400 Nm from its 2.0-litre turbo engine.
- 660-litre boot and 2,800-mm wheelbase.
- Eight airbags, ventilated front seats and a head-up display.
- RM60,800 dearer to buy.
- RM439 annual road tax versus RM120 for the J5.
- At 4,775 mm long and 1,920 mm wide, it occupies more space than the J5.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM108,000✓ | RM168,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp at 5,500 rpm | 257 hp✓ |
| Torque | 210 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 400 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.2 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,775 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,671 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,800 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,786 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 65 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres | 660 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R18 | 245/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R18 | 245/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Aggressor ZS03+ M+S | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags) | 8 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag 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 outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats with Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| 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 Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear, 2 Wireless Chargers |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, 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 | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Sound System |
| 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 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 J5 & C9 for sale
J5 vs C9 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 or Omoda Jaecoo C9 better?
The C9 is better for space, power and equipment, with 257 hp, 400 Nm, a 660-litre boot and eight airbags. The J5 is better if purchase cost, annual road tax and a smaller footprint matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo C9 costs RM60,800 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J5.
Which has more luggage space?
The C9 has the larger boot at 660 litres, compared with 480 litres in the J5. That is a 180-litre advantage with the rear seats in place.
