Verdict
At RM132,780, the iCaur V23 undercuts the RM138,800 Omoda Jaecoo J7 by RM6,020 while bringing dual-motor all-wheel drive, 208 hp, 292 Nm and a claimed 430 km EV range from its 81.76 kWh battery. It is also quicker to 100 km/h, at 7.5 seconds against 9.2. But Malaysian families will feel the J7’s advantage every day: five seats, a 412-litre boot, rear air vents and a 51-litre petrol tank. The V23 is the more focused EV; the J7 is the roomier conventional SUV.
Pick the iCaur V23 if you want an EV with 430 km claimed range, 104 kW DC charging and all-wheel drive for RM6,020 less.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J7 if you need five seats, a 412-litre boot and petrol refuelling rather than EV charging.
Key differences
- Price: iCaur V23 RM132,780; Omoda Jaecoo J7 RM138,800.
- Powertrain: iCaur V23 has two motors with 208 hp and 292 Nm; Omoda Jaecoo J7 has a 1.6-litre turbo petrol engine with 194 hp and 290 Nm.
- Drive and acceleration: iCaur V23 is all-wheel drive and does 0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds; Omoda Jaecoo J7 is front-wheel drive and takes 9.2 seconds.
- Practicality: iCaur V23 has four seats and a 234-litre boot; Omoda Jaecoo J7 has five seats and a 412-litre boot.
- Energy storage: iCaur V23 has an 81.76 kWh battery and 430 km claimed range; Omoda Jaecoo J7 has a 51-litre petrol tank.
- Size: iCaur V23 is 4,220 mm long with a 2,735 mm wheelbase; Omoda Jaecoo J7 is 4,500 mm long with a 2,672 mm wheelbase.
V23
- RM6,020 cheaper with 208 hp and 292 Nm.
- Dual-motor all-wheel drive and 7.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 81.76 kWh battery, 430 km claimed range and 104 kW DC charging.
- Four seats and a 234-litre boot versus the J7’s five seats and 412 litres.
- Lower 140 km/h top speed versus 180 km/h.
- Six airbags versus the J7’s seven, and no front foglamps.
J7
- Five seats and a 412-litre boot.
- Dual-zone climate control, rear air vents and panoramic sunroof.
- Seven airbags, a 360-degree camera and head-up display.
- Costs RM6,020 more.
- Front-wheel drive and 9.2-second 0-100 km/h time trail the V23’s all-wheel drive and 7.5 seconds.
- No EV-only driving, 430 km claimed electric range or 3.3 kW V2L function.
What the J7 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 63 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The V23 is 50 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the J7: 412 litres against 234.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM132,780✓ | RM138,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM180 | RM120✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,355/mo✓ | RM1,415/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,700✓ | RM3,888 |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | RM1,690 | — |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM8.45 | — |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM27,848 | — |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | 12.4 hours | — |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | 55 min | — |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 194 hp |
| Torque | — | 290 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 77 mm × 85.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.9 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 208 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 292 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 81.76 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 430 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 104 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7-speed Dual-clutch Gearbox |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 seconds✓ | 9.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 180 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,220 mm | 4,500 mm |
| Width | 1,915 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,845 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,735 mm | 2,672 mm |
| Weight | 1,820 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | — | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 234 litres | 412 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 265/45R21 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/45R21 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Radial RP76+ | Cooper Evolution CTT |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 18 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 18 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 21" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| 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 |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear, 2 Wireless Chargers |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, 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 | 14.8-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Sony Sound System, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Operation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| 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 | 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 | — |
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). 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 November 2026.
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V23 vs J7 FAQ
Is the iCaur V23 or Omoda Jaecoo J7 better?
The iCaur V23 is better for EV driving, with 430 km claimed range, all-wheel drive and quicker acceleration. The Omoda Jaecoo J7 is better for carrying people and luggage, thanks to five seats and a 412-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The iCaur V23 is RM6,020 cheaper than the Omoda Jaecoo J7.
Which is more practical for a family?
The Omoda Jaecoo J7 is more practical: it carries five rather than four, has a 412-litre boot instead of 234 litres, and adds rear air vents, rear cup holders and a 60:40 split-fold rear seat.
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.
Which one is locally assembled?
The J7 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.