Verdict
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV costs RM118,800, RM5,000 above the Nissan Kicks e-Power’s RM113,800, but that gap brings a 208 hp/288 Nm motor, 58.9 kWh battery and 402 km EV range against 136 hp/280 Nm and a 2.1 kWh battery. It is 1.8 seconds quicker to 100 km/h and carries 57 litres more luggage. The Kicks answers with petrol-hybrid running, RM85 annual road tax and a 41-litre tank, where the J5 EV is RM180. Choose around charging access; otherwise the Kicks is the cheaper entry.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV if you can charge regularly and want 402 km of EV range, 208 hp and a 480-litre boot.
Pick the Nissan Kicks e-Power if petrol-hybrid running, RM85 annual road tax and the lower purchase price matter more than EV range.
Key differences
- Price: RM118,800 for the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV versus RM113,800 for the Nissan Kicks e-Power.
- Motor output: 208 hp and 288 Nm versus 136 hp and 280 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: 7.7 seconds versus 9.5 seconds.
- Boot space: 480 litres versus 423 litres.
- Annual road tax: RM180 versus RM85.
- Wheelbase: 2,620 mm versus 2,673 mm.
J5 EV
- 208 hp motor and 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 402 km EV range from a 58.9 kWh battery.
- 480-litre boot, plus blind spot monitoring and steering lane-keeping assistance.
- RM5,000 more expensive and RM95 dearer in annual road tax.
- No front foglamps, which the Nissan gets.
Kicks e-Power
- RM5,000 lower purchase price and RM85 annual road tax.
- 2,673 mm wheelbase, 53 mm longer than the J5 EV’s.
- Gets a driver’s knee airbag and front foglamps.
- 136 hp motor and 9.5-second 0-100 km/h time trail the J5 EV’s 208 hp and 7.7 seconds.
- 423-litre boot is 57 litres smaller.
- No blind spot information system or lane-keeping assist.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM118,800 | RM113,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM180 | RM85✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | — | 1,198 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 82 hp |
| Torque | — | 103 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | — | 78 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 12 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 208 hp✓ | 136 hp |
| Motor Torque | 288 Nm✓ | 280 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 58.9 kWh✓ | 2.1 kWh |
| EV Range | 402 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 130 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Single-speed Automatic | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds✓ | 9.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h✓ | 21.7 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,384 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,813 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,610 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,673 mm |
| Fuel Tank | — | 41 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres✓ | 423 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R18 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R18 | 205/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | GitiControl P10 | Yokohama BluEarth E70 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aerodynamic Two-tone Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aerodynamic Two-tone Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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 outer two rear seats | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Multi-Collision Braking | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| 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 | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Six-way Power Driver and Four-way Power Passenger Seats, Ventilated | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Split-folding (up to 1,284 L cargo) | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof (1.45 m) | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Interactive Multi-colour Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 13.2" 2K Touchscreen + 8" Digital Cluster, 8 Speakers, 50W Ventilated Wireless Charging | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry and Start | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Full-speed Adaptive Cruise Control with Integrated Cruise Assist | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 540-degree HD Surround View | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | High-voltage battery warranty 10 years/200,000 km | 8 Years/ 160,000 km Warranty for EV Battery |
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.
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J5 EV vs Kicks e-Power FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV or Nissan Kicks e-Power better?
The J5 EV is the better-equipped and quicker choice, with 402 km EV range, 208 hp and a 480-litre boot. The Kicks e-Power suits buyers who prefer petrol-hybrid running and lower annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV costs RM5,000 more than the Nissan Kicks e-Power.
Which is faster, the Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV or Nissan Kicks e-Power?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 EV is faster, reaching 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds versus 9.5 seconds for the Nissan Kicks e-Power. Its motor also produces 208 hp and 288 Nm, against 136 hp and 280 Nm.