Verdict
At RM123,800, the GAC Emkoo costs RM6,000 less than the RM129,800 Jetour T1 and brings 175 hp, its 270 Nm peak from 1,400 rpm and a 638-litre boot. The T1 counters with a longer 2,800 mm wheelbase, a 70-litre tank and a seven-year vehicle warranty, versus 2,750 mm, 55 litres and five years for the Emkoo. For a Malaysian buyer, the Emkoo is the sharper-value choice on power and luggage room; choose the T1 for its larger physical footprint and longer cover.
Pick the GAC Emkoo if you want lower entry cost, 175 hp and a 638-litre boot, plus a panoramic glass roof and head-up display.
Pick the Jetour T1 if you need the 2,800 mm wheelbase, 70-litre fuel tank, dual-zone climate control and seven-year vehicle warranty.
Key differences
- Price: GAC Emkoo RM123,800; Jetour T1 RM129,800.
- Power and torque delivery: GAC Emkoo 175 hp and 270 Nm from 1,400 rpm; Jetour T1 168 hp and 270 Nm from 2,000 rpm.
- Dimensions: GAC Emkoo 4,680 mm long, 1,901 mm wide and 1,670 mm tall; Jetour T1 4,705 mm, 1,967 mm and 1,840 mm.
- Wheelbase and kerb weight: GAC Emkoo 2,750 mm and 1,540 kg; Jetour T1 2,800 mm and 1,632 kg.
- Fuel tank and boot: GAC Emkoo 55 litres and 638 litres; Jetour T1 70 litres and 574 litres.
- Warranty: GAC Emkoo five years/150,000 km vehicle warranty with seven years/180,000 km powertrain cover; Jetour T1 seven years/150,000 km vehicle warranty with…
Emkoo
- RM6,000 lower purchase price
- 175 hp and 270 Nm from 1,400 rpm
- 638-litre boot, panoramic glass roof and head-up display
- 55-litre tank versus 70 litres
- Shorter 2,750 mm wheelbase and smaller exterior dimensions
- Five-year vehicle warranty versus seven years
T1
- 2,800 mm wheelbase and 70-litre tank
- Dual-zone automatic climate control, ambient lighting and eight speakers
- Seven-year vehicle warranty and 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty
- RM6,000 higher purchase price
- 168 hp, with peak 270 Nm arriving at 2,000 rpm
- 574-litre boot versus 638 litres, and no head-up display
What the Emkoo has over the T1
What the T1 has over the Emkoo
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The T1's wheelbase is 50 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The T1 is 66 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the Emkoo: 638 litres against 574.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM123,800✓ | RM129,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,265/mo✓ | RM1,325/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,498✓ | RM3,654 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Dual Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 175 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 168 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 270 Nm at 1,400 rpm | 270 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7DCT | — |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.8 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,680 mm | 4,705 mm |
| Width | 1,901 mm | 1,967 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm | 2,800 mm |
| Weight | 1,540 kg | 1,632 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 638 litres✓ | 574 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/65R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/65R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 | GitiComfort F50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Two-tone Alloys | 18" Apex Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Two-tone Alloys | 18" Apex Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer 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 Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilated Driver's Seat | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker sound system |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| 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 | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 5 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 7 Year, 180,000 km Powertrain Warranty | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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Emkoo vs T1 FAQ
Is the GAC Emkoo or Jetour T1 better?
The GAC Emkoo is the better buy for power, boot capacity and price, with 175 hp and 638 litres. The Jetour T1 suits buyers who place more weight on its 2,800 mm wheelbase, 70-litre tank and longer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour T1 costs RM6,000 more than the GAC Emkoo. That gap brings a larger body, 50 mm more wheelbase, a 15-litre larger fuel tank, dual-zone climate control and longer vehicle warranty cover.
Which one has the better warranty?
The Jetour T1 has the longer warranty package: seven years or 150,000 km for the vehicle and 10 years or 1,000,000 km for the engine. The Emkoo has five years or 150,000 km, plus seven years or 180,000 km powertrain cover.