Verdict
At RM108,000, the Omoda Jaecoo J5 costs RM1,200 more than the RM106,800 Proton X70, but brings autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control. Its 7-year/150,000-km warranty also outlasts the X70’s five-year unlimited-mileage cover in time, though not distance. The Proton is the more substantial C-segment choice: its 178 hp and 290 Nm beat the J5’s 145 hp and 210 Nm, while its 515-litre boot is 35 litres larger. Pick the J5 for active safety and cabin kit; pick the X70 for muscle and room.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 if active safety matters most, with autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control.
Pick the Proton X70 if you want 178 hp, 290 Nm and a larger 515-litre boot 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.
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo J5 480 litres; Proton X70 515 litres.
- Length/wheelbase: Omoda Jaecoo J5 4,380 mm/2,620 mm; Proton X70 4,532 mm/2,670 mm.
- Driver assistance: Omoda Jaecoo J5 gets autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise; Proton X70 has none of these and passive cruise control.
- Warranty: Omoda Jaecoo J5 7 years/150,000 km; Proton X70 5 years/unlimited mileage.
J5
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping steering correction.
- Adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera.
- Panoramic sunroof plus powered driver and front passenger seats.
- 145 hp and 210 Nm trail the X70’s 178 hp and 290 Nm.
- 480-litre boot is 35 litres smaller than the X70’s.
- Costs RM1,200 more.
X70
- 178 hp and 290 Nm from its 1.5-litre turbo engine.
- 515-litre boot and 2,670-mm wheelbase.
- Front-seat ventilation, air purifier and ionizer.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist.
- Passive cruise control instead of adaptive cruise control.
- Five-year warranty is shorter in duration than the J5’s seven-year cover.
| 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 |
| 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 | 178 hp✓ |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 290 Nm✓ |
| 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 | — |
| 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 | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags | 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.
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J5 vs X70 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 or Proton X70 better?
The J5 is better for driver assistance, with autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control. The X70 is better if power and cargo room matter more, delivering 178 hp, 290 Nm and 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 dearer.
Which has the larger boot?
The Proton X70 has the larger boot at 515 litres, versus 480 litres in the Omoda Jaecoo J5. That is a 35-litre advantage for the Proton.