Honda CR-V vs Omoda Jaecoo J8
Verdict
At a RM600 gap, this is less about budget than use case. The Honda CR-V is the easier everyday bet for carrying things: 589 litres of boot space, 1,616 kg kerb weight and a petrol-hybrid setup with a 7.0 L/100 km rating. The Omoda Jaecoo J8 is bigger and stronger, with 246 hp/385 Nm, a 2,820 mm wheelbase, 20-inch wheels and more cabin kit. But its 200-litre boot is the hard compromise, despite the D-segment body.
CR-V
Pick the Honda CR-V if you want the bigger boot, hybrid rated economy and unlimited-mileage warranty more than outright petrol-engine output.
J8
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if you want the larger D-segment body, stronger turbo engine and kit such as a panoramic sunroof, head-up display and 360-degree monitor.
Key differences
- Price: Honda CR-V RM178,200; Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM178,800.
- Output: Honda CR-V has a 146 hp/190 Nm petrol engine plus 181 hp/335 Nm motor; Omoda Jaecoo J8 has a 246 hp/385 Nm petrol engine.
- Performance: Honda CR-V does 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds and 185 km/h; Omoda Jaecoo J8 does 9.0 seconds and 200 km/h.
- Size: Honda CR-V is 4,691 mm long with a 2,701 mm wheelbase; Omoda Jaecoo J8 is 4,820 mm long with a 2,820 mm wheelbase.
- Practicality: Honda CR-V has 589 litres of boot space and a 57-litre tank; Omoda Jaecoo J8 has 200 litres and a 65-litre tank.
- Warranty: Honda CR-V gets 5 years with unlimited mileage; Omoda Jaecoo J8 gets 7 years or 150,000 km.
CR-V
- 589-litre boot is far larger than the J8’s 200 litres.
- Petrol-hybrid setup has a 7.0 L/100 km rated economy figure.
- 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating is listed.
- Petrol engine output is much lower: 146 hp/190 Nm versus 246 hp/385 Nm.
- Shorter wheelbase: 2,701 mm versus 2,820 mm.
- No panoramic sunroof, head-up display or 360-degree monitor.
J8
- Much stronger petrol engine at 246 hp and 385 Nm.
- Larger D-segment body: 4,820 mm long with a 2,820 mm wheelbase.
- Adds panoramic sunroof, head-up display and 360-degree monitor.
- Boot space is much smaller: 200 litres versus 589 litres.
- Heavier kerb weight: 1,892 kg versus 1,616 kg.
- Warranty mileage is capped at 150,000 km; the Honda’s is unlimited.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 178,200✓ | RM 178,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Atkinson Cycle Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,993 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 146 hp | 246 hp✓ |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 385 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | 81 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 13.9 | 9.5 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 181 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 335 Nm | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | eCVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 seconds✓ | 9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 7 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,691 mm | 4,820 mm |
| Width | 1,866 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,681 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,701 mm | 2,820 mm |
| Weight | 1,616 kg | 1,892 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | 65 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 589 litres✓ | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 245/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 245/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | — | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 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) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtains, Front Knee Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available For Second Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector 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 | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Driver's Memory, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline and Sliding | 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 Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 12-Speaker Sony Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button with Remote Start | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Power Boot with Hands-Free Function | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | 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 | Unlimited✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 7 years✓ |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 437✓ | 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.
CR-V vs J8 FAQ
Is the Honda CR-V or Omoda Jaecoo J8 better?
For most family use, the Honda CR-V is better because its 589-litre boot dwarfs the J8’s 200 litres and it has a 7.0 L/100 km rated economy figure. Pick the J8 if you want more power and equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J8 is RM600 dearer than the Honda CR-V. Annual road tax is nearly identical too, at RM439 for the J8 and RM437 for the CR-V.
Which one has more luggage space?
The Honda CR-V has far more boot space: 589 litres against 200 litres in the Omoda Jaecoo J8. That is the clearest practical difference between these two SUVs.