Verdict
The RM13,980 dearer iCaur V23 buys all-wheel drive, an 81.76-kWh battery and a marginally quicker 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time, but its 430-km range is only 28 km ahead of the J5 EV’s 402 km. For Malaysian family use, the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV is the more practical call: five seats, a 480-litre boot and faster 11-kW AC/130-kW DC charging against the V23’s four seats, 234 litres, 6.6 kW and 104 kW. The V23 suits buyers who specifically want AWD and its taller, wider stance.
Pick the iCaur V23 if all-wheel drive, a larger 81.76-kWh battery and 21-inch wheels matter more than rear-seat capacity, boot space and charging speed.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV if you want to spend RM13,980 less on a five-seat SUV with a 480-litre boot, quicker charging and more rear-cabin equipment.
Key differences
- Price: iCaur V23 RM132,780; Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV RM118,800.
- Battery and range: iCaur V23 81.76 kWh and 430 km; Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV 58.9 kWh and 402 km.
- Driveline and acceleration: iCaur V23 AWD and 7.5 seconds; Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV FWD and 7.7 seconds.
- Charging: iCaur V23 6.6-kW AC and 104-kW DC; Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV 11-kW AC and 130-kW DC.
- Seating and boot: iCaur V23 four seats and 234 litres; Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV five seats and 480 litres.
- Dimensions: iCaur V23 4,220 mm long, 1,915 mm wide and 1,845 mm tall; Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV 4,380 mm long, 1,860 mm wide and 1,650 mm tall.
V23
- All-wheel drive with two motors.
- 81.76-kWh battery and 430-km range.
- Powered, ventilated front seats and a 15.4-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- Four seats versus the J5 EV’s five.
- 234-litre boot versus 480 litres.
- 6.6-kW AC and 104-kW DC charging trail the J5 EV’s 11 kW and 130 kW.
J5 EV
- RM13,980 lower purchase price.
- Five seats and a 480-litre boot.
- 11-kW AC and 130-kW DC charging, plus a 10-year/200,000-km high-voltage battery warranty.
- Front-wheel drive versus the V23’s all-wheel drive.
- Smaller 58.9-kWh battery and 402-km range versus 81.76 kWh and 430 km.
- Slightly slower 0-100 km/h time of 7.7 seconds versus 7.5 seconds.
What the V23 has over the J5 EV
What the J5 EV has over the V23
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The V23's wheelbase is 115 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The V23 is 55 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the J5 EV: 480 litres against 234.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM132,780 | RM118,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM180 | RM180 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,355/mo | RM1,215/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,700 | RM3,337✓ |
| Electricity / year (est.) | RM1,690 | RM1,302✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM8.45 | RM6.51✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM27,848 | RM24,093✓ |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 12.4 hours | 5.4 hours✓ |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 55 min | 30 min✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 2 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 208 hp | 208 hp |
| Motor Torque | 292 Nm✓ | 288 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 81.76 kWh✓ | 58.9 kWh |
| EV Range | 430 km✓ | 402 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 104 kW | 130 kW✓ |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Single-speed Automatic |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds✓ | 7.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 175 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,220 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width | 1,915 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,845 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,820 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 234 litres | 480 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 235/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Radial RP76+ | GitiControl P10 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloys | 18" Aerodynamic Two-tone Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloys | 18" Aerodynamic Two-tone Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) | 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on rear seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Multi-Collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | 19 Level 2+ ADAS: RCTA with Braking, Emergency Lane Keeping, Evasive Steering Assist, Traffic Jam Assist, Door Opening Warning, Active Speed Limiter, Rear Collision Warning |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Six-way Power Driver and Four-way Power Passenger Seats, Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | Split-folding (up to 1,284 L cargo) |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof (1.45 m) |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Interactive Multi-colour Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Shade |
| Audio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6-speaker Sound System | 13.2" 2K Touchscreen + 8" Digital Cluster, 8 Speakers, 50W Ventilated Wireless Charging |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Entry and Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Full-speed Adaptive Cruise Control with Integrated Cruise Assist |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | Yes |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 540-degree HD Surround View |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8 Years/160000 km Battery Warranty, Drive Unit & High Voltage Components | High-voltage battery warranty 10 years/200,000 km |
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. Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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V23 vs J5 EV FAQ
Is the iCaur V23 or Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV better?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV is better for most buyers because it costs less, seats five, carries 480 litres and charges faster. Choose the iCaur V23 for its AWD system, larger battery and slightly longer 430-km range.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur V23 costs RM132,780 and the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV costs RM118,800, so the V23 is RM13,980 more expensive.
Which one charges faster?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV charges faster on both quoted standards: 11 kW AC and 130 kW DC, compared with the iCaur V23’s 6.6 kW AC and 104 kW DC.
How long does charging take?
The V23's 81.8 kWh battery takes about 12.4 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 55 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 104 kW peak. The J5 EV's 58.9 kWh battery takes about 5.4 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 30 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 130 kW peak.
Which one is locally assembled?
The J5 EV is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the V23 is fully imported (CBU) from China. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.