Verdict
For just RM1,200 more, the Omoda Jaecoo J5 brings a much fuller active-safety suite: autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control, plus a seven-year/150,000 km warranty. The Proton X70 answers with substantially stronger outputs, at 178 hp and 290 Nm against 145 hp and 210 Nm, and a 515-litre boot versus 480 litres. It is also 152 mm longer with a 50 mm longer wheelbase. Pick the J5 for driver assistance and cabin extras; pick the X70 for performance and luggage capacity.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 if active safety, adaptive cruise control, a panoramic sunroof and a longer seven-year/150,000 km warranty matter more than outright power.
Pick the Proton X70 if you want 178 hp, 290 Nm, a larger 515-litre boot and a roomier C-segment footprint for RM1,200 less.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J5 RM108,000; Proton X70 RM106,800.
- Output: Omoda Jaecoo J5 145 hp and 210 Nm; Proton X70 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- Length/wheelbase: Omoda Jaecoo J5 4,380 mm/2,620 mm; Proton X70 4,532 mm/2,670 mm.
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo J5 480 litres; Proton X70 515 litres.
- Driver assistance: Omoda Jaecoo J5 has autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control; Proton X70 has none of these…
- Warranty: Omoda Jaecoo J5 seven years/150,000 km; Proton X70 five years/unlimited mileage.
J5
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping assist.
- Adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
- Panoramic sunroof and powered front passenger seat.
- 33 hp and 80 Nm down on the Proton X70.
- 480-litre boot is 35 litres smaller than the Proton X70's.
X70
- 178 hp and 290 Nm from its 1.5-litre turbo engine.
- 515-litre boot, 152 mm extra length and 50 mm extra wheelbase.
- Front-seat ventilation, front foglamps and remote start.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist.
- Passive rather than adaptive cruise control.
- Five-year warranty is two years shorter than the Omoda Jaecoo J5's seven-year cover.
What the J5 has over the X70
What the X70 has over the J5
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The X70's wheelbase is 50 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. Boot space favours the X70: 515 litres against 480.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM108,000 | RM106,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,105/mo | RM1,090/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,088 | RM3,056✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp at 5,500 rpm | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 210 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 290 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | — | 7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission with Manual Mode |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Geely |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.2 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,532 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,831 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,694 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,670 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,575 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres | 515 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R18 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Aggressor ZS03+ M+S | — |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 24 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 17 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | — | 12 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| 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 | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with Air Purifier System & Air Ionizer |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| 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 | 12.3" Touchscreen Atlas OS Infotainment System with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, eSIM, Voice Control and 6 Speakers |
| 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 with Remote Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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J5 vs X70 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 or Proton X70 better?
The J5 is the better safety-led choice, with autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control. The X70 is better for power and cargo space, producing 178 hp and 290 Nm with a 515-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 costs RM108,000 and the Proton X70 costs RM106,800, so the J5 is RM1,200 more expensive.
Which has the bigger boot, the Omoda Jaecoo J5 or Proton X70?
The Proton X70 has the larger boot at 515 litres, 35 litres ahead of the Omoda Jaecoo J5's 480 litres. Both have 60:40 split-folding rear seats.
Which has the better warranty?
The J5 carries a 7-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the X70.