Verdict
The Chery Omoda E5 costs RM8,000 more at RM146,800, but trades petrol fill-ups for a 61 kWh LFP battery, 430 km WLTP range and 80 kW DC charging. Its 201 hp, 340 Nm motor also cuts the 0-100 km/h claim to 7.2 seconds, two seconds ahead of the J7. The Omoda Jaecoo J7 is the more practical C-segment SUV: it is 76 mm longer, has a 42 mm longer wheelbase and a 412-litre boot. For Malaysian buyers without dependable charging, its 51-litre petrol tank remains the simpler proposition.
Pick the Chery Omoda E5 if home or workplace charging suits your routine and you want 430 km WLTP electric range with markedly quicker 7.2-second acceleration.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J7 if you need the larger 412-litre boot, a full-size spare tyre and petrol refuelling convenience for longer trips.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Omoda E5 RM146,800; Omoda Jaecoo J7 RM138,800.
- Powertrain: E5 has a 201 hp/340 Nm electric motor and 61 kWh battery; J7 has a 194 hp/290 Nm 1.6-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Performance: E5 does 0-100 km/h in 7.2 seconds and reaches 172 km/h; J7 does 9.2 seconds and reaches 180 km/h.
- Size: E5 is 4,424 mm long with a 2,630 mm wheelbase; J7 is 4,500 mm long with a 2,672 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: E5 has 378 litres; J7 has 412 litres.
- Wheels and spare: E5 gets 18-inch wheels and a tyre repair kit; J7 gets 19-inch wheels and a full-size spare.
Omoda E5
- 430 km WLTP range from a 61 kWh LFP battery
- Quicker 7.2-second 0-100 km/h claim
- 80 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L
- RM8,000 costlier
- 34 litres less boot space
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare
J7
- Larger 412-litre boot
- Full-size spare tyre
- Head-up display and two wireless chargers
- Slower 9.2-second 0-100 km/h claim
- No electric range, DC charging or V2L
- No automatic high beam
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM146,800 | RM138,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 194 hp |
| Torque | — | 290 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.9 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 340 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 61 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 430 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 9.9 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 80 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7-speed Dual-clutch Gearbox |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Chery | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.2 seconds✓ | 9.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 172 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,424 mm | 4,500 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | 2,672 mm |
| Fuel Tank | — | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres | 412 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho Ecsta PS71 | Cooper Evolution CTT |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 for two outer rear seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vent | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Yes | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front 12-volt, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 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 | Sunroof Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade |
| Audio | 24.6" Curved Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice Control and 8-speaker Sony Sound System | 14.8-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Sony Sound System, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | 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, with 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 |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit 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.
Used Omoda E5 & J7 for sale
Omoda E5 vs J7 FAQ
Is the Chery Omoda E5 or Omoda Jaecoo J7 better?
The E5 is better for drivers who can charge regularly, delivering 430 km WLTP range and a 7.2-second 0-100 km/h time. The J7 suits buyers prioritising a larger boot, full-size spare and petrol-trip convenience.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Omoda E5 is RM146,800 and the Omoda Jaecoo J7 is RM138,800, so the E5 costs RM8,000 more.
Which one has more luggage space?
The Omoda Jaecoo J7 has the larger boot at 412 litres, compared with 378 litres in the Chery Omoda E5. That is a 34-litre advantage.