Verdict
Just RM20 separates these locally assembled B-segment SUVs, so the Omoda Jaecoo J5 is the stronger buy on equipment and space. Its 145 hp, 210 Nm 1.5-litre turbo reaches 100 km/h in 10.2 seconds, against the Renault Captur’s 120 hp, 205 Nm 1.2-litre and 10.9 seconds. More importantly for family use, the J5 has a 480-litre boot versus 377 litres, six airbags to the Captur’s four, and autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera. The Captur counters with a 192 km/h top speed, 5.9 L/100 km rating and lower RM85 annual road tax.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 if you want the larger 480-litre boot, six airbags, active safety aids and far more cabin equipment for RM20 more.
Pick the Renault Captur if its 5.9 L/100 km rated economy, RM85 annual road tax and 192 km/h top speed matter more than equipment and luggage space.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J5 RM108,000; Renault Captur RM107,980.
- Power and acceleration: J5 145 hp and 10.2 seconds; Captur 120 hp and 10.9 seconds.
- Boot space: J5 480 litres; Captur 377 litres.
- Safety: J5 has six airbags and autonomous braking; Captur has four airbags and no autonomous braking.
- Wheels: J5 has 18-inch alloys with 235/55R18 tyres; Captur has 17-inch alloys with 205/55R17 tyres.
- Road tax and top speed: J5 RM120/year and 175 km/h; Captur RM85/year and 192 km/h.
J5
- 103 litres more boot space
- Six airbags, blind-spot monitoring and autonomous braking
- 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control and powered front seats
- 175 km/h top speed is 17 km/h lower than the Captur’s
- RM120 annual road tax is RM35 higher than the Captur’s
Captur
- 5.9 L/100 km rated fuel economy
- 192 km/h top speed
- RM85 annual road tax
- 377-litre boot is 103 litres smaller than the J5’s
- Four airbags versus the J5’s six
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or reverse camera
What the J5 has over the Captur
What the Captur 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 J5 is 82 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the J5: 480 litres against 377.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM108,000 | RM107,980✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM85✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,105/mo | RM1,100/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,088 | RM3,055✓ |
| Fuel / year (est.) | — | RM2,348 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | — | RM11.74 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | — | RM27,442 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-Valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharger with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,197 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 120 hp at 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 210 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 205 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 72.2 mm × 73.1 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Dry) |
| Transmission Name | — | Efficient Dual Clutch (EDC) |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Getrag |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.2 seconds✓ | 10.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.9 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | 192 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,122 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,778 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,567 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,606 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,180 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 45 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres✓ | 377 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R18 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R18 | 205/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Aggressor ZS03+ M+S | Continental Eco Contact 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags) | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) |
| 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 two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Halogen Projector |
| 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone automatic climate control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| 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 | 2 Front, 1 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 13.2-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Karaoke Functionality | 7" Touchscreen with GPS, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| 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 | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 24-Hour Roadside Assistance, Mobility Solutions |
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 Captur FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 or Renault Captur better?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 is the better-equipped choice for only RM20 more, with a 480-litre boot, six airbags, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera. Choose the Renault Captur for its 5.9 L/100 km rating, lower road tax and higher 192 km/h top speed.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 costs RM108,000 and the Renault Captur costs RM107,980, putting the J5 RM20 higher.
Which has more space, the Omoda Jaecoo J5 or Renault Captur?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 is larger in every exterior dimension and has a 480-litre boot, 103 litres more than the Renault Captur’s 377 litres. Its wheelbase is also 2,620 mm versus 2,606 mm.
Which has the better warranty?
The J5 carries a 7-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the Captur. Captur: 24-Hour Roadside Assistance, Mobility Solutions.