Verdict
At RM138,800 against RM129,900, the Omoda Jaecoo J7 earns its RM8,900 premium with 194 hp and 290 Nm, versus the MG HS’s 160 hp and 250 Nm, plus autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control. Its 7-year/150,000-km warranty also outlasts the MG’s five-year vehicle warranty. The MG HS remains the practical lower-cost choice: it is 74 mm longer, has a 48 mm longer wheelbase and carries 463 litres against 412 litres. Buyers who prioritise driver assistance should pay more for the J7.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J7 if you want the stronger 194 hp/290 Nm drivetrain and active safety equipment including autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and blind-spot monitoring.
Pick the MG HS if you want to spend RM8,900 less while gaining a 463-litre boot and a 2,720-mm wheelbase.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J7 RM138,800; MG HS RM129,900.
- Output: Omoda Jaecoo J7 194 hp and 290 Nm; MG HS 160 hp and 250 Nm.
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo J7 412 litres; MG HS 463 litres.
- Wheelbase: Omoda Jaecoo J7 2,672 mm; MG HS 2,720 mm.
- Wheels: Omoda Jaecoo J7 19-inch alloys with 235/50R19 tyres; MG HS 17-inch alloys with 215/60R17 tyres.
- Warranty: Omoda Jaecoo J7 seven years/150,000 km; MG HS five years, with seven years/unlimited mileage for the powertrain.
J7
- 194 hp and 290 Nm, against 160 hp and 250 Nm.
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and blind-spot monitoring.
- Adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and powered boot.
- RM8,900 dearer.
- 412-litre boot is 51 litres smaller.
- 2,672-mm wheelbase is 48 mm shorter.
HS
- RM8,900 lower purchase price.
- 463-litre boot and 2,720-mm wheelbase.
- 55-litre fuel tank, versus 51 litres.
- 160 hp and 250 Nm trail the J7’s 194 hp and 290 Nm.
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or blind-spot monitoring.
- Manual front passenger seat and manual boot operation.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM138,800 | RM129,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| 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 Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,490 cc |
| Horsepower | 194 hp✓ | 160 hp |
| Torque | 290 Nm✓ | 250 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.9 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Dry) |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Dual-clutch Gearbox | 7-speed, Twin-clutch Transmission |
| 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 | 4,574 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,876 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,664 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,672 mm | 2,720 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 412 litres | 463 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Cooper Evolution CTT | Maxxis Bravo HPM5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and 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 On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED 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 | Powered Driver Seat, Manual Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-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, 4 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 14.8-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Sony Sound System, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain |
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 & HS for sale
J7 vs HS FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J7 or MG HS better?
The Omoda Jaecoo J7 is the better-equipped and more powerful choice, with 194 hp, 290 Nm and active safety systems absent from the MG HS. Choose the MG HS for its lower price, longer wheelbase and 51-litre larger boot.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J7 costs RM8,900 more than the MG HS.
Which SUV has more boot space?
The MG HS has the larger boot at 463 litres, 51 litres more than the Omoda Jaecoo J7’s 412 litres. Both have 60:40 split-folding rear seats.