Verdict
At RM138,800, the front-wheel-drive Omoda Jaecoo J7 is the sharper buy if you want the same 194 hp, 290 Nm turbo petrol powertrain, 14.8-inch Sony infotainment and seven-airbag safety tally for less. It is also quicker to 100 km/h, at 9.2 seconds against 9.9 seconds. The RM10,000 gap to the RM148,800 Omoda Jaecoo J7 buys all-wheel drive, not extra power, cabin space or safety equipment. Pay it only if AWD is a firm requirement.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J7 if you want to save RM10,000 and prefer the quicker 9.2-second 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J7 if all-wheel drive matters more to you than the RM10,000 saving and 0.7-second acceleration deficit.
Key differences
- Price: RM138,800 | RM148,800
- Driveline: front-wheel drive | all-wheel drive
- 0-100 km/h: 9.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds
- Engine output: 194 hp and 290 Nm | 194 hp and 290 Nm
FWD
- RM10,000 lower purchase price
- Quicker 9.2-second 0-100 km/h time
- Same 194 hp and 290 Nm as the AWD
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive
AWD
- All-wheel drive
- Same 194 hp and 290 Nm output as the cheaper J7
- Same seven airbags, 360-degree camera and adaptive cruise control
- Costs RM10,000 more
- Slower 9.9-second 0-100 km/h time
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM138,800✓ | RM148,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-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 direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 194 hp | 194 hp |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 85.8 mm | 77 mm × 85.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.9 | 9.9 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Dual-clutch Gearbox | 7-speed Dual-clutch Gearbox |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.2 seconds✓ | 9.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,500 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,672 mm | 2,672 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 412 litres | 412 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Cooper Evolution CTT | Cooper Evolution CTT |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 60:40 Split-fold |
| 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 USB Front, 2 USB Rear, 2 Wireless Chargers | 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 | 14.8-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Sony Sound System, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 14.8-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Sony Sound System, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| 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 |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 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 | Full LCD Monitor | 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.
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FWD vs AWD FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J7 or Omoda Jaecoo J7 better?
The RM138,800 front-wheel-drive J7 is better value and reaches 100 km/h in 9.2 seconds. Choose the RM148,800 J7 only if its all-wheel-drive system is essential to your use.
What is the price difference?
The all-wheel-drive Omoda Jaecoo J7 costs RM10,000 more: RM148,800 versus RM138,800 for the front-wheel-drive version.
Do both Omoda Jaecoo J7 variants get the same safety and cabin equipment?
Yes. Both get seven airbags, autonomous braking, blind-spot information, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera, panoramic sunroof and 14.8-inch touchscreen with Sony sound system.
