Verdict
At RM108,000, the Omoda Jaecoo J5 undercuts the RM122,409 Mazda CX-30 by RM14,409 and brings a 480-litre boot, 360-degree camera, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control. It is also wider and taller, although the CX-30 is 15 mm longer with a 35 mm longer wheelbase. The Mazda’s 2.0-litre naturally aspirated motor makes 162 hp and 213 Nm, versus the J5’s 1.5-litre turbo’s 145 hp and 210 Nm, and its 196 km/h top speed is 21 km/h higher. The J5 is the better-equipped choice; the Mazda brings more motor output and a six-speed automatic.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 if you want the lower purchase cost, 480-litre boot, active safety systems and a seven-year/150,000 km warranty.
Pick the Mazda CX-30 if you prefer a 162 hp 2.0-litre motor, six-speed conventional automatic, head-up display and five years/100,000 km of free service.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J5 RM108,000; Mazda CX-30 RM122,409.
- Motor output: Omoda Jaecoo J5 145 hp and 210 Nm; Mazda CX-30 162 hp and 213 Nm.
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo J5 480 litres; Mazda CX-30 430 litres.
- Top speed: Omoda Jaecoo J5 175 km/h; Mazda CX-30 196 km/h.
- Rear suspension: Omoda Jaecoo J5 multi-link; Mazda CX-30 torsion beam.
- Warranty: Omoda Jaecoo J5 seven years/150,000 km; Mazda CX-30 five years/100,000 km.
J5
- 480-litre boot, 50 litres larger than the CX-30's.
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control.
- Powered front seats, dual-zone climate control and a 360-degree camera.
- 145 hp and 175 km/h top speed trail the CX-30's 162 hp and 196 km/h.
- No head-up display; the CX-30 has one.
CX-30
- 162 hp and 213 Nm from its 2.0-litre naturally aspirated motor.
- Six-speed SkyActiv-Drive conventional automatic with Tiptronic.
- Head-up display, driver's knee airbag and five-year/100,000 km free service.
- 430-litre boot is 50 litres smaller than the J5's.
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot information system or adaptive cruise control.
- Manual front-seat adjustment and manual air-conditioning, versus the J5's powered seats and dual-zone automatic climate control.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM108,000✓ | RM122,409 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp | 162 hp✓ |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 213 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 83.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.2 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | — | 6.4 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | 196 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,395 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,540 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,655 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,441 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres✓ | 430 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R18 | 215/65R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Aggressor ZS03+ M+S | Yokohama BluEarth-GT AE51 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| 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 for Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Emergency Stop Signal |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| 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 | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 13.2-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Karaoke Functionality | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 7" TFT LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
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 J5 & CX-30 for sale
J5 vs CX-30 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 or Mazda CX-30 better?
The J5 is better for equipment and ownership cover, with active safety aids, a 480-litre boot and a seven-year/150,000 km warranty. Choose the CX-30 for its 162 hp motor, six-speed automatic and head-up display.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-30 costs RM14,409 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J5.
Which has the better warranty?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 has the longer warranty at seven years or 150,000 km. The Mazda CX-30 warranty runs for five years or 100,000 km, but includes free service for that period and mileage.