Verdict
These are fundamentally different tools. At RM108,000, the five-seat Omoda Jaecoo J5 is RM5,924 dearer than the Maxus V80, but it brings a 480-litre boot, CVT, six airbags and a seven-year/150,000-km warranty. Its RM120 annual road tax is also far below the V80’s RM839. The V80 answers a commercial need with two seats, six doors, a 5,700-mm body and 330 Nm from its 2.5-litre turbodiesel, yet its five-speed manual and sparse safety kit make it a poor substitute for a family SUV.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 if you need five seats, a 480-litre boot, automatic driving and substantially stronger safety equipment.
Pick the Maxus V80 if you specifically need a two-seat commercial vehicle with a 5,700-mm body and 330 Nm of diesel torque.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J5 RM108,000; Maxus V80 RM102,076.
- Road tax: Omoda Jaecoo J5 RM120 per year; Maxus V80 RM839 per year.
- Seating and length: Omoda Jaecoo J5 has 5 seats and is 4,380 mm long; Maxus V80 has 2 seats and is 5,700 mm long.
- Torque and transmission: Omoda Jaecoo J5 produces 210 Nm with a CVT; Maxus V80 produces 330 Nm with a 5-speed manual.
- Safety: Omoda Jaecoo J5 has 6 airbags, stability control and autonomous braking; Maxus V80 has 2 airbags and no listed stability control or autonomous braking.
- Warranty: Omoda Jaecoo J5 gets 7 years/150,000 km; Maxus V80 gets 3 years/100,000 km.
J5
- Five seats and a 480-litre boot.
- Six airbags, stability control, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist.
- Seven-year/150,000-km warranty and RM120 annual road tax.
- RM5,924 more expensive than the Maxus V80.
- 210 Nm is 120 Nm down on the V80’s 330 Nm.
V80
- 330 Nm from its 2.5-litre turbodiesel.
- 5,700-mm commercial body with six doors.
- RM5,924 lower purchase price.
- RM839 annual road tax versus the J5’s RM120.
- Two airbags, with no listed stability control, autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist.
- Only two seats and a 5-speed manual gearbox.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM108,000 | RM102,076✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Commercial |
| Segment | B-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM839 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 2,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp✓ | 136 hp |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 330 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Diesel |
| Bore | — | 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 17.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | — | 5 Speed Manual |
| Gears | — | 5 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.2 seconds | —✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 9.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h✓ | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 5,700 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 2,383 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 2,552 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 3,850 mm |
| Weight | — | 3,500 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 6 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R18 | 215/75R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R18 | 215/75R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Aggressor ZS03+ M+S | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Leaf Spring |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Steel |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 13.2-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Karaoke Functionality | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Two Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 3 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.
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J5 vs V80 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 or Maxus V80 better?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 is better for passenger use: it has five seats, a CVT, 480 litres of boot space, six airbags and active safety systems. The Maxus V80 suits a specific commercial brief, with two seats, a much longer body and 330 Nm.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 costs RM5,924 more than the Maxus V80. Its annual road tax is RM719 lower, at RM120 versus RM839.
Which has the longer warranty?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 has the longer manufacturer warranty at seven years or 150,000 km. The Maxus V80 is covered for three years or 100,000 km.