Verdict
The Omoda Jaecoo J7 costs RM138,800 to the Mazda CX-30’s RM122,409, but the RM6,391 gap brings 194 hp and 290 Nm against 162 hp and 213 Nm, plus a much fuller driver-assistance suite. It is also 105 mm longer and 70 mm wider, with 19-inch wheels, powered front seats, dual-zone climate control and a 360-degree camera. The CX-30 counters with an 18-litre larger 430-litre boot, a quoted 6.4 L/100 km figure and RM319 less annual road tax. For equipment and outright shove, the J7 is the stronger buy; the Mazda suits buyers prioritising cost and luggage space.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J7 if you want 194 hp, 290 Nm, autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 if you want to spend RM6,391 less, carry 430 litres of luggage and have a quoted 6.4 L/100 km fuel-consumption figure.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J7 RM138,800; Mazda CX-30 RM122,409.
- Power and torque: Omoda Jaecoo J7 194 hp and 290 Nm; Mazda CX-30 162 hp and 213 Nm.
- Size: Omoda Jaecoo J7 4,500 mm long and 1,865 mm wide; Mazda CX-30 4,395 mm and 1,795 mm.
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo J7 412 litres; Mazda CX-30 430 litres.
- Driver assistance: Omoda Jaecoo J7 has autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control; Mazda CX-30 has no autonomous braking and passive cruise control.
- Annual road tax: Omoda Jaecoo J7 RM120; Mazda CX-30 RM439.
J7
- 194 hp and 290 Nm, versus 162 hp and 213 Nm.
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise control.
- Powered front seats, dual-zone climate control and 360-degree camera.
- Costs RM6,391 more.
- 412-litre boot is 18 litres smaller.
CX-30
- RM6,391 lower purchase price and RM319 lower annual road tax.
- 430-litre boot, versus 412 litres.
- Quoted fuel consumption of 6.4 L/100 km and a five-year/100,000 km free-service package.
- 162 hp and 213 Nm trail the J7’s 194 hp and 290 Nm.
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist, collision warning or blind-spot information system.
- Manual front-seat adjustment, manual air-con and only a reverse camera.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM138,800 | RM122,409✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-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, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 194 hp✓ | 162 hp |
| Torque | 290 Nm✓ | 213 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.9 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Dual-clutch Gearbox | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | 7 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.2 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 196 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,395 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,672 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,441 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 412 litres | 430 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 215/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 215/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Cooper Evolution CTT | Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 for Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Emergency Stop Signal |
| 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 | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear, 2 Wireless Chargers | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 14.8-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Sony Sound System, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| 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 with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
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 J7 & CX-30 for sale
J7 vs CX-30 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J7 or Mazda CX-30 better?
The J7 is better equipped for safety and convenience, and its 194 hp/290 Nm turbo engine is stronger. The CX-30 is the better choice if lower upfront cost, a 430-litre boot and quoted 6.4 L/100 km consumption matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J7 costs RM6,391 more than the Mazda CX-30. Its annual road tax is RM319 lower, at RM120 versus RM439.
Which SUV has more advanced safety assistance?
The J7 does. It has autonomous braking, collision warning, blind-spot information, lane-keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise control. The CX-30 has none of those listed systems and uses passive cruise control.
