Verdict
At RM178,800, the Omoda Jaecoo J8 undercuts the Volkswagen Tayron by RM11,860 and brings a much stronger 246 hp/385 Nm 2.0-litre turbo, trimming the 0-100 km/h run to 9.0 seconds against 9.6 seconds. It is also larger in every exterior dimension and has dual-zone rear climate control. The Tayron makes the more practical family case: seven seats, a 345-litre boot and nine airbags. Its RM120 annual road tax, versus RM439 for the J8, softens running costs, but its 148 hp 1.5-litre 48-volt mild-hybrid powertrain is considerably less forceful.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if you want stronger 246 hp performance, a lower purchase price and a seven-year/150,000 km warranty.
Pick the Volkswagen Tayron if you need seven seats, a larger 345-litre boot, nine airbags and lower RM120 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM178,800; Volkswagen Tayron RM190,660.
- Power and torque: J8 246 hp and 385 Nm; Tayron 148 hp and 250 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: J8 9.0 seconds; Tayron 9.6 seconds.
- Seating and boot space: J8 five seats and 200 litres; Tayron seven seats and 345 litres.
- Airbags: J8 six; Tayron nine.
- Annual road tax: J8 RM439; Tayron RM120.
J8
- 246 hp and 385 Nm from its 2.0-litre turbo engine.
- Quicker 9.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Seven-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- Five seats versus the Tayron's seven.
- 200-litre boot versus 345 litres.
- Six airbags versus nine.
Tayron
- Seven seats and a 345-litre boot.
- Nine airbags, including a front centre airbag.
- RM120 annual road tax and 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance.
- 148 hp and 250 Nm versus the J8's 246 hp and 385 Nm.
- Slower 9.6-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Two-year warranty versus seven years for the J8.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM178,800✓ | RM190,660 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | 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 intake valve timing with 48-volt MHEV assistance |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 246 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 148 hp |
| Torque | 385 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 250 Nm at 1,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | 7-speed Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) |
| Gears | 8 | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9 seconds✓ | 9.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,820 mm | 4,792 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,852 mm |
| Height | 1,699 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,790 mm |
| Weight | 1,892 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 200 litres | 345 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 235/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV | Hankook Ventus evoSUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Napoli Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Napoli Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Dynamic Chassis Control Pro |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags) | 9 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front & Rear Side Bags, Curtain Airbags & Front Centre Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available For Second Row Seats | Available on Front Passenger Seat and 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection |
| 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 | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding and Reclining | 40:20:40 Split-Folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-Folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | Manual Rear Window Blinds |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 12-Speaker Sony Sound System | 12.9" Discover Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker Volkswagen 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 2 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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J8 vs Tayron FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J8 or Volkswagen Tayron better?
The J8 is the better choice for performance and purchase price, with 246 hp, 385 Nm and a 9.0-second 0-100 km/h time. The Tayron is better for larger families, adding two seats, 145 litres of boot space and three extra airbags.
What is the price difference?
The Volkswagen Tayron costs RM11,860 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J8.
Which SUV is more practical for a family?
The Volkswagen Tayron is more practical if you need to carry seven people. It has seven seats and a 345-litre boot, compared with five seats and 200 litres in the Omoda Jaecoo J8.
