BYD Sealion 7 vs Omoda Jaecoo J8
Verdict
At RM183,800, the BYD Sealion 7 asks RM5,000 more than the RM178,800 Omoda Jaecoo J8, and the money buys a quicker, roomier EV on paper: 308 hp/380 Nm, 6.7 seconds to 100 km/h, 567 km range and a 500-litre boot. The J8 counters as a D-segment petrol SUV with 246 hp/385 Nm, a taller body, 7-year warranty, full-size spare, auto parking and stronger rear-seat kit. If charging fits your life, the BYD has the harder numbers; if not, the J8 is easier to justify.
Pick the BYD Sealion 7 if you want the quicker electric SUV with 567 km range, a 500-litre boot and 150 kW DC charging.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if you want a petrol D-segment SUV with a 7-year warranty, full-size spare, auto parking and more rear-seat comfort features.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Sealion 7 RM183,800; Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM178,800
- Powertrain: BYD Sealion 7 electric motor with 308 hp/380 Nm; Omoda Jaecoo J8 1,998 cc turbo petrol with 246 hp/385 Nm
- Acceleration and top speed: BYD Sealion 7 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds, 215 km/h; Omoda Jaecoo J8 9.0 seconds, 200 km/h
- Size: BYD Sealion 7 4,830 mm long, 1,925 mm wide, 1,620 mm tall, 2,930 mm wheelbase; Omoda Jaecoo J8 4,820 mm, 1,930 mm, 1,699 mm, 2,820 mm
- Boot and weight: BYD Sealion 7 500 litres and 2,635 kg; Omoda Jaecoo J8 200 litres and 1,892 kg
- Energy: BYD Sealion 7 82.5 kWh LFP battery, 567 km range, 11 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging; Omoda Jaecoo J8 65-litre petrol tank
Sealion 7
- Much quicker: 6.7 seconds to 100 km/h versus 9.0 seconds
- Far bigger boot at 500 litres versus 200 litres
- Longer 2,930 mm wheelbase versus 2,820 mm
- Costs RM5,000 more
- Much heavier at 2,635 kg versus 1,892 kg
- Tyre repair kit only, while the Omoda Jaecoo J8 gets a full-size spare
J8
- Lower RM178,800 price
- Longer 7-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty versus 6-year/150,000 km
- Adds auto parking, 6 front and 6 rear parking sensors, reclining rear seats and rear window shades
- Slower to 100 km/h at 9.0 seconds versus 6.7 seconds
- Much smaller boot at 200 litres versus 500 litres
- Higher road tax at RM439 a year versus RM335
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 183,800 | RM 178,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 246 hp |
| Torque | — | 385 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 308 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 380 Nm | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium Iron Phosphate | — |
| Battery Capacity | 82.5 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 567 km | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 150 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 seconds✓ | 9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 215 km/h✓ | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,830 mm | 4,820 mm |
| Width | 1,925 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,620 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,930 mm | 2,820 mm |
| Weight | 2,635 kg | 1,892 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 65 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres✓ | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 245/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R19 | 245/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver Centre Airbag | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available For Second Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding and Reclining |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | 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 and Ambient Lights | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 15.6" Rotating Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Dynaudio HiFi Audio System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 12-Speaker Sony 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 Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | 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 | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 335✓ | RM 439 |
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.
Sealion 7 vs J8 FAQ
Is the BYD Sealion 7 or Omoda Jaecoo J8 better?
The BYD Sealion 7 is better if charging is not an issue: it is quicker, has 567 km EV range and a much larger 500-litre boot. The Omoda Jaecoo J8 makes more sense if you want petrol, a longer warranty and rear-seat comfort kit.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Sealion 7 costs RM183,800, while the Omoda Jaecoo J8 costs RM178,800. That makes the BYD RM5,000 more expensive before looking at road tax, which is RM335 for the BYD and RM439 for the J8.
Which one has more luggage and cabin space?
The BYD Sealion 7 has the clear luggage advantage with 500 litres versus 200 litres, plus a longer 2,930 mm wheelbase. The Omoda Jaecoo J8 is wider and taller, and adds reclining rear seats and rear window shades.