Verdict
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 costs RM108,000, RM10,800 less than the Leapmotor B10, and brings a larger 480-litre boot plus a seven-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty. It is also 135 mm shorter, useful in tight Malaysian car parks. The B10 justifies its higher outlay for buyers ready to charge: its 67.1-kWh battery delivers a quoted 434 km range, its 215-hp rear motor reaches 100 km/h in 9.3 seconds, and its 2,735-mm wheelbase is 115 mm longer. The J5 remains the simpler petrol choice; the B10 is the more capable electric SUV on paper.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 if you want the lower purchase price, a 480-litre boot and a space-saver spare tyre.
Pick the Leapmotor B10 if you can charge an EV and want 434 km of quoted range, quicker acceleration and a longer wheelbase.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J5 RM108,000; Leapmotor B10 RM118,800.
- Powertrain: J5 145 hp/210 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol; B10 215 hp/240 Nm electric motor.
- Performance: J5 0-100 km/h in 10.2 seconds and 175 km/h; B10 9.3 seconds and 170 km/h.
- Range/energy: J5 petrol; B10 67.1-kWh battery with 434 km EV range and 11-kW AC charging.
- Size/space: J5 4,380 mm long, 2,620-mm wheelbase and 480-litre boot; B10 4,515 mm, 2,735 mm and 430 litres.
- Warranty and road tax: J5 seven years/150,000 km and RM120 yearly; B10 six years/150,000 km and RM200 yearly.
J5
- RM10,800 lower purchase price.
- 480-litre boot and space-saver spare tyre.
- Seven-year/150,000-km vehicle warranty.
- Slower 10.2-second 0-100 km/h time versus 9.3 seconds.
- Shorter 2,620-mm wheelbase than the B10's 2,735 mm.
- Six airbags versus seven.
B10
- 215-hp, 240-Nm rear electric motor.
- 67.1-kWh battery with 434 km quoted range.
- Seven airbags and 1.7-kW V2L.
- RM10,800 dearer to buy.
- 430-litre boot is 50 litres smaller.
- Six-year vehicle warranty is one year shorter, and there is no spare tyre.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM108,000✓ | RM118,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM200 |
| 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 | — | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 240 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 67.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 434 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| V2L | — | 1.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h✓ | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,515 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,885 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,735 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,845 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres✓ | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R18 | 225/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R18 | 235/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Aggressor ZS03+ M+S | Linglong Sport Master e |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags) | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far 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 | 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 Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| 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 Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| 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 | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 13.2-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Karaoke Functionality | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 6-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation (NFC Card) |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| 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 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✓ | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8 Year/160,000 km BEV Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery 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.
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J5 vs B10 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 or Leapmotor B10 better?
The Leapmotor B10 is better for EV users, with 434 km quoted range, 215 hp and a 9.3-second 0-100 km/h time. Choose the Omoda Jaecoo J5 for lower upfront cost, a bigger boot and a longer vehicle warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Leapmotor B10 costs RM10,800 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J5. That gap brings a 67.1-kWh battery, 434 km quoted range, 215 hp and a 115-mm longer wheelbase.
Which has the more practical boot?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 has the larger boot at 480 litres, 50 litres more than the Leapmotor B10's 430 litres. It also carries a space-saver spare, while the B10 uses a tyre repair kit.
