Verdict
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 is RM11,350 cheaper at RM108,000, yet brings six airbags, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and steering lane-keeping assistance. Its 480-litre boot is far more useful than the Jetour VT9’s listed 89 litres, although the VT9 carries seven people and is a much larger SUV at 4,724 mm long. The Jetour counters with 154 hp, 230 Nm and 19-inch wheels, against the J5’s 145 hp, 210 Nm and 18-inch wheels. For most five-seat use, the J5 is the sharper buy; choose the VT9 for its third row and extra cabin footprint.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 if you want lower purchase cost, a 480-litre boot and substantially more active-safety equipment.
Pick the Jetour VT9 if you need seven seats, a 2,720 mm wheelbase and the stronger 154 hp/230 Nm output.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J5 RM108,000; Jetour VT9 RM119,350.
- Power and torque: Omoda Jaecoo J5 145 hp and 210 Nm; Jetour VT9 154 hp and 230 Nm.
- Size: Omoda Jaecoo J5 4,380 mm long with a 2,620 mm wheelbase; Jetour VT9 4,724 mm and 2,720 mm.
- Seating and boot: Omoda Jaecoo J5 five seats and 480 litres; Jetour VT9 seven seats and 89 litres.
- Safety: Omoda Jaecoo J5 six airbags, autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring; Jetour VT9 four airbags and no listed autonomous braking or blind-spot…
- Transmission and wheels: Omoda Jaecoo J5 CVT with 18-inch alloys; Jetour VT9 six-speed wet DCT with 19-inch alloys.
J5
- RM11,350 lower price.
- Six airbags plus autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping assistance.
- 480-litre boot and powered front passenger seat.
- Five seats versus the VT9’s seven.
- Less output: 145 hp and 210 Nm versus 154 hp and 230 Nm.
- Smaller 18-inch wheels versus 19-inch items.
VT9
- Seven-seat layout in a 4,724 mm-long SUV.
- 154 hp and 230 Nm, ahead of the J5’s outputs.
- Six-speed wet DCT and 19-inch alloys.
- Costs RM11,350 more.
- Four airbags versus six in the J5.
- No listed autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assistance, adaptive cruise control or front parking sensors.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM108,000✓ | RM119,350 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp at 5,500 rpm | 154 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 210 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 230 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 77 mm × 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-speed DCT |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| 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 | 4,724 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,551 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 57 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres✓ | 89 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Aggressor ZS03+ M+S | Sailun Terramax SV301 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available for Outer Two Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-A Front, 2 USB-A Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 13.2-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Karaoke Functionality | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| 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 |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty |
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 & VT9 for sale
J5 vs VT9 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 or Jetour VT9 better?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 is the better pick for five-seat buyers, costing RM11,350 less while adding two airbags, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and a 480-litre boot. The Jetour VT9 is better only if its seven seats and larger body are essential.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 costs RM108,000 and the Jetour VT9 costs RM119,350, so the VT9 is RM11,350 more expensive.
Which one is better for carrying passengers?
The Jetour VT9 has seven three-point seatbelts and seven seats, while the Omoda Jaecoo J5 has five. The VT9 is also 344 mm longer and has a 100 mm longer wheelbase, but its listed boot space is only 89 litres versus 480 litres in the J5.
