Verdict
The GAC Emkoo is the sharper value call for most Malaysian buyers: the RM6,000 saving brings 175 hp, a 638-litre boot, 19-inch wheels and more front-seat adjustment equipment. Its 55-litre tank is 15 litres smaller, however, and the Jetour T1’s 70-litre capacity, 2,800 mm wheelbase and seven-year vehicle warranty suit buyers who prioritise longer-distance usability and cover. Both use a 270 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine, seven-speed wet dual-clutch transmission and front-wheel drive, so this is chiefly a choice of equipment, cargo space and cabin proportions.
Pick the GAC Emkoo if you want the lower purchase price, 638-litre boot and powered, ventilated driver’s seat.
Pick the Jetour T1 if you value a 70-litre fuel tank, larger cabin footprint and seven-year vehicle warranty.
Key differences
- Dimensions: Emkoo is 4,680 mm long, 1,901 mm wide and 1,670 mm tall; T1 is 4,705 mm long, 1,967 mm wide and 1,840 mm tall.
- Wheelbase: Emkoo 2,750 mm; T1 2,800 mm.
- Kerb weight: Emkoo 1,540 kg; T1 1,632 kg.
- Fuel tank: Emkoo 55 litres; T1 70 litres.
- Boot space: Emkoo 638 litres; T1 574 litres.
- Warranty: Emkoo has a five-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty and seven-year/180,000 km powertrain cover; T1 has a seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty and…
Emkoo
- RM6,000 lower purchase price
- 638-litre boot, 64 litres larger
- Powered front seats with ventilated driver’s seat and panoramic glass roof
- 55-litre fuel tank versus the T1’s 70 litres
- Five-year vehicle warranty versus seven years
- Single-zone climate control versus dual-zone
T1
- 70-litre fuel tank
- Seven-year vehicle warranty and 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty
- 12.8-inch touchscreen, eight speakers and dual-zone climate control
- RM6,000 higher purchase price
- 574-litre boot is 64 litres smaller
- Manual front passenger seat and no panoramic glass roof
| 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 |
| 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✓ | 168 hp |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 270 Nm |
| 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 | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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.
Used Emkoo & T1 for sale
Emkoo vs T1 FAQ
Is the GAC Emkoo or Jetour T1 better?
The Emkoo is better for value, boot capacity and front-seat equipment, with 175 hp and a 638-litre boot. Choose the T1 for its 70-litre tank, larger exterior dimensions, 2,800 mm wheelbase and longer vehicle warranty.
What is the price difference?
The GAC Emkoo costs RM123,800 and the Jetour T1 costs RM129,800, so the T1 is RM6,000 more expensive.
Which has the better warranty?
The Jetour T1 has the longer vehicle and engine cover: seven years/150,000 km for the vehicle and 10 years/1,000,000 km for the engine. The Emkoo carries five years/150,000 km vehicle cover plus seven years/180,000 km powertrain cover.