GAC Emkoo vs Omoda Jaecoo J7
Verdict
At RM123,800 against RM138,800, the GAC Emkoo is RM15,000 cheaper yet larger, with a 2,750 mm wheelbase and 638-litre boot versus the Omoda Jaecoo J7’s 2,672 mm and 412 litres. The J7 fights back with the stronger 1.6 litre engine at 194 hp and 290 Nm, plus seven airbags and a seven-year warranty. But the Emkoo is actually quicker to 100 km/h, at 8.8 seconds versus 9.2 seconds, so Malaysian buyers are choosing between space-for-money and longer coverage.
Pick the GAC Emkoo if you want the bigger, cheaper C-segment SUV with the larger boot and quicker 0-100 km/h time.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J7 if you want more engine output, one extra airbag and the longer seven-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: GAC Emkoo RM123,800; Omoda Jaecoo J7 RM138,800
- Engine output: GAC Emkoo 175 hp/270 Nm; Omoda Jaecoo J7 194 hp/290 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: GAC Emkoo 8.8 seconds; Omoda Jaecoo J7 9.2 seconds
- Wheelbase: GAC Emkoo 2,750 mm; Omoda Jaecoo J7 2,672 mm
- Boot space: GAC Emkoo 638 litres; Omoda Jaecoo J7 412 litres
- Warranty: GAC Emkoo 5 years; Omoda Jaecoo J7 7 years
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 123,800✓ | RM 138,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 1,497 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Power | 175 hp | 194 hp✓ |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 290 Nm✓ |
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Driven wheels | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 8.8 s✓ | 9.2 s |
| Top speed | 190 km/h✓ | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,680 mm | 4,500 mm |
| Width | 1,901 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,672 mm |
| Boot space | 638 L✓ | 412 L |
| Fuel tank | 55 L | 51 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 7✓ |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 7✓ |
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 120 |
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.
Emkoo
- RM15,000 lower asking price
- Much larger 638-litre boot
- Quicker 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time
- Lower output at 175 hp and 270 Nm
- Six airbags versus seven in the J7
- Shorter five-year warranty
J7
- Stronger 194 hp and 290 Nm engine
- Seven airbags
- Longer seven-year warranty
- Costs RM15,000 more
- Smaller 412-litre boot
- Slower 9.2-second 0-100 km/h time
Emkoo vs J7 FAQ
Is the GAC Emkoo or Omoda Jaecoo J7 better?
The GAC Emkoo is the better buy for space and price. The Omoda Jaecoo J7 suits buyers who prioritise higher output, seven airbags and a longer seven-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The GAC Emkoo costs RM123,800, while the Omoda Jaecoo J7 costs RM138,800. That makes the J7 RM15,000 dearer.
Which SUV is more practical?
The GAC Emkoo is more practical on the numbers, with a 638-litre boot and 2,750 mm wheelbase. The Omoda Jaecoo J7 has 412 litres of boot space and a 2,672 mm wheelbase.