Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the RM34,912 saving makes the Hyundai Tucson the rational choice if luggage space matters: its 582-litre boot is 382 litres larger than the Omoda Jaecoo J8’s 200 litres. The J8 is the more lavish and much stronger SUV, with 246 hp and 385 Nm against 154 hp and 192 Nm, plus eight speeds, adaptive cruise control and autonomous braking. It is also 190 mm longer, but weighs 404 kg more. Choose carefully: the Tucson is the practical load-carrier, while the J8 spends its premium on performance and equipment.
Pick the Hyundai Tucson if you want to save RM34,912, carry more luggage in a 582-litre boot and get the longer 8-year/160,000-km warranty.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if you want 246 hp, 385 Nm and a far richer driver-assistance and convenience kit.
Key differences
- Price: Hyundai Tucson RM143,888; Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM178,800.
- Power and torque: Tucson 154 hp/192 Nm; J8 246 hp/385 Nm.
- Transmission: Tucson 6-speed automatic; J8 8-speed automatic.
- Boot space: Tucson 582 litres; J8 200 litres.
- Kerb weight: Tucson 1,488 kg; J8 1,892 kg.
- Warranty: Tucson 8 years/160,000 km; J8 7 years/150,000 km.
Tucson
- RM34,912 cheaper
- 582-litre boot
- 8-year/160,000-km warranty
- 154 hp and 192 Nm versus the J8’s 246 hp and 385 Nm
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or adaptive cruise control
- Manual front seats and no powered boot
J8
- 246 hp and 385 Nm
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control
- 360-degree camera, powered boot and panoramic sunroof
- RM34,912 more expensive
- 200-litre boot is 382 litres smaller
- 404 kg heavier and has a shorter 7-year/150,000-km warranty
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM143,888✓ | RM178,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM440 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 154 hp | 246 hp✓ |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 385 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 81 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8 | 9.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed Automatic | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 8 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9 seconds |
| Top Speed | 181 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,630 mm | 4,820 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,665 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,755 mm | 2,820 mm |
| Weight | 1,488 kg | 1,892 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 54 litres | 65 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 582 litres✓ | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/65R17 | 245/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/65R17 | 245/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | — | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 for 2nd Row Seats | Available For Second Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 60:40 Split-folding and Reclining |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 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 | 12.3" Curved Widescreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 12-Speaker Sony Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 7 years |
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 Tucson & J8 for sale
Tucson vs J8 FAQ
Is the Hyundai Tucson or Omoda Jaecoo J8 better?
The J8 is better equipped and substantially more powerful, with 246 hp, 385 Nm and active safety aids. The Tucson is better for carrying luggage, with a 582-litre boot versus 200 litres, and costs far less.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J8 costs RM34,912 more than the Hyundai Tucson: RM178,800 against RM143,888.
Which SUV has the larger boot?
The Hyundai Tucson has the larger boot by a wide margin: 582 litres versus 200 litres in the Omoda Jaecoo J8, a 382-litre advantage.