Omoda Jaecoo J7 vs Jetour T2
Verdict
These are both CKD, five-seat C-segment petrol SUVs with wet dual-clutch autos, AEB and seven-year warranties, but they split clearly. The Omoda Jaecoo J7 costs RM138,800, a full RM18,000 less than the Jetour T2 at RM156,800, and its 1.6-litre engine keeps road tax to RM120 instead of RM439. The Jetour answers with a 2.0-litre engine, 241 hp/375 Nm, AWD, a much bigger 580-litre boot and a 70-litre tank. You pay for size and traction.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J7 if you want the cheaper CKD C-segment SUV with lower road tax, seven airbags and can live with front-wheel drive.
Pick the Jetour T2 if you want the bigger SUV with AWD, 241 hp/375 Nm and a 580-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J7 RM138,800; Jetour T2 RM156,800
- Engine and output: Omoda Jaecoo J7 1,598 cc, 194 hp/290 Nm; Jetour T2 1,998 cc, 241 hp/375 Nm
- Driven wheels: Omoda Jaecoo J7 front-wheel drive; Jetour T2 all-wheel drive
- Size: Omoda Jaecoo J7 4,500/1,865/1,680 mm; Jetour T2 4,785/2,006/1,880 mm
- Boot and tank: Omoda Jaecoo J7 412 litres/51 litres; Jetour T2 580 litres/70 litres
- Road tax and airbags: Omoda Jaecoo J7 RM120/year and 7 airbags; Jetour T2 RM439/year and 6 airbags
J7
- RM18,000 lower list price
- RM120 annual road tax
- 7 airbags and AEB
- 194 hp/290 Nm trails the T2
- Front-wheel drive only
- 412-litre boot is smaller
T2
- 241 hp/375 Nm from 2.0 litres
- All-wheel drive
- 580-litre boot and 70-litre tank
- RM18,000 dearer
- RM439 annual road tax
- 6 airbags versus 7
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 138,800✓ | RM 156,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| 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 | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 194 hp | 241 hp✓ |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 375 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.9 | 9.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Dual-clutch Gearbox | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.2 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,785 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 2,006 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,880 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,672 mm | 2,800 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,880 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 412 litres | 580 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 255/60R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 255/60R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Cooper Evolution CTT | Giti 4x4 AT71 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| 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 Outer Two 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 Front Seats with Ventilation Function |
| 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 | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| 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 | Panoramic Glass Shade |
| Audio | 14.8-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Sony Sound System, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Sony 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 | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 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 |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120✓ | RM 439 |
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.
J7 vs T2 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J7 or Jetour T2 better?
The Jetour T2 is stronger, bigger and has AWD. The Omoda Jaecoo J7 is cheaper, lower to tax and has one more airbag. For urban use and cost control, take the J7; for space and traction, take the T2.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour T2 costs RM18,000 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J7. That gap buys a larger body, a 2.0-litre engine, AWD, a bigger boot and a larger fuel tank.
Which SUV has more boot space?
The Jetour T2 has the larger boot at 580 litres, compared with 412 litres in the Omoda Jaecoo J7. That is a 168-litre advantage for luggage or family use.