Verdict
At RM138,800, the Omoda Jaecoo J7 costs RM10,000 more, but its 1.6-litre turbo produces 194 hp and 290 Nm against the Jetour T1’s 168 hp and 270 Nm. It also gets a panoramic sunroof, head-up display and powered front passenger seat. The RM129,800 T1 counters with a 574-litre boot and 70-litre fuel tank, versus 412 litres and 51 litres in the J7, plus a longer 2,800-mm wheelbase. For Malaysian families carrying luggage, the Jetour’s practical advantage is substantial; take the J7 for its stronger output and added cabin equipment.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J7 if you want 194 hp, 290 Nm, a panoramic sunroof and both front seats electrically adjustable.
Pick the Jetour T1 if a RM10,000 lower entry price, 574-litre boot and 70-litre fuel tank matter more than extra power and equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J7 RM138,800; Jetour T1 RM129,800.
- Power and torque: Omoda Jaecoo J7 194 hp and 290 Nm; Jetour T1 168 hp and 270 Nm.
- Wheelbase: Omoda Jaecoo J7 2,672 mm; Jetour T1 2,800 mm.
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo J7 412 litres; Jetour T1 574 litres.
- Fuel tank: Omoda Jaecoo J7 51 litres; Jetour T1 70 litres.
- Sunroof: Omoda Jaecoo J7 panoramic sunroof; Jetour T1 none.
J7
- 194 hp and 290 Nm from its 1.6-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Panoramic sunroof, head-up display and navigation.
- Powered driver and front passenger seats.
- Costs RM10,000 more.
- 412-litre boot is 162 litres smaller.
- 51-litre fuel tank is 19 litres smaller.
T1
- 574-litre boot and 70-litre fuel tank.
- Longer 2,800-mm wheelbase.
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with an eight-speaker sound system.
- 168 hp and 270 Nm trail the J7 by 26 hp and 20 Nm.
- No panoramic sunroof, head-up display or navigation.
- Front passenger seat is manual rather than powered.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM138,800 | RM129,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-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 with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 194 hp✓ | 168 hp |
| Torque | 290 Nm✓ | 270 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.9 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Dual-clutch Gearbox | — |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.2 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,705 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,967 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,672 mm | 2,800 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,632 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 412 litres | 574 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/65R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/65R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Cooper Evolution CTT | GitiComfort F50 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Apex Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Apex Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag | 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 for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| 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 Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear, 2 Wireless Chargers | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 14.8-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Sony Sound System, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker sound system |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty |
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 J7 & T1 for sale
J7 vs T1 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J7 or Jetour T1 better?
The J7 is better for performance and equipment, with 194 hp, 290 Nm, a panoramic sunroof and head-up display. The T1 is better for carrying capacity, with a 574-litre boot, 70-litre tank and longer 2,800-mm wheelbase.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J7 costs RM138,800 and the Jetour T1 costs RM129,800, so the J7 carries a RM10,000 premium.
Which has the larger boot and fuel tank?
The Jetour T1 does. Its 574-litre boot is 162 litres larger than the J7’s 412 litres, while its 70-litre tank holds 19 litres more than the J7’s 51 litres.