Verdict
At RM138,800, the Omoda Jaecoo J7 costs RM8,900 more than the RM129,900 MG HS, but brings 194 hp and 290 Nm against 160 hp and 250 Nm, plus autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control. Its 19-inch wheels, full-size spare and 360-degree camera also suit buyers who want more kit. The MG counters with a 2,720 mm wheelbase, 463-litre boot and 55-litre tank, versus 2,672 mm, 412 litres and 51 litres. Choose the J7 for driver assistance and performance; choose the HS for space and the lower entry price.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J7 if you want 34 hp and 40 Nm more, a 360-degree camera, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control.
Pick the MG HS if you prioritise an RM8,900 lower purchase price, a 463-litre boot and its 2,720 mm wheelbase.
Key differences
- Engine output: Omoda Jaecoo J7 194 hp/290 Nm; MG HS 160 hp/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.
- Fuel tank: Omoda Jaecoo J7 51 litres; MG HS 55 litres.
- Wheels and spare: Omoda Jaecoo J7 19-inch alloys with full-size spare; MG HS 17-inch alloys with space-saver spare.
- Manufacturer warranty: Omoda Jaecoo J7 seven years/150,000 km; MG HS five years/unlimited mileage, with seven years/unlimited mileage for the powertrain.
J7
- 194 hp and 290 Nm turbo petrol engine
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping steering correction
- 360-degree camera, powered boot and two wireless chargers
- RM8,900 more expensive
- 412-litre boot is 51 litres smaller
- Seven-year manufacturer warranty is capped at 150,000 km
HS
- 463-litre boot and 2,720 mm wheelbase
- RM8,900 lower purchase price
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty; powertrain cover runs for seven years with unlimited mileage
- 160 hp and 250 Nm trail the J7 by 34 hp and 40 Nm
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist
- Manual boot and reverse camera rather than a powered boot and 360-degree camera
What the J7 has over the HS
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
Boot space favours the HS: 463 litres against 412.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| 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 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,415/mo | RM1,325/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,888 | RM3,657✓ |
| 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 at 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 290 Nm✓ | 250 Nm at 4,400 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 85.8 mm | 74 mm × 86.6 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 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 24 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 17 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Rear) | — | 10 inch |
| 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 | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) | 6 (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. 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 November 2026.
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J7 vs HS FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J7 or MG HS better?
The Omoda Jaecoo J7 is the better-equipped choice, with more power, autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera. The MG HS is better for buyers who need the larger boot and longer wheelbase.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J7 costs RM8,900 more than the MG HS. That gap brings 34 hp, 40 Nm, a 360-degree camera, powered boot, adaptive cruise control and several driver-assistance systems.
Which SUV has more luggage space?
The MG HS has the larger boot at 463 litres, compared with 412 litres in the Omoda Jaecoo J7. It also has a 48 mm longer wheelbase and a 4-litre larger fuel tank.
Which one is locally assembled?
The J7 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the HS is fully imported (CBU) from Thailand. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
Which has the better warranty?
The J7 carries a 7-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the HS. HS: 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain.