Verdict
At RM138,800, the Omoda Jaecoo J7 costs RM7,255 less than the Peugeot 408 yet gets 19-inch wheels, a panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera and adaptive cruise control. That is the better-equipped everyday buy, and its 412-litre boot is still useful. The Peugeot counters with 215 hp and 300 Nm, cutting the 0-100 km/h time to 8.8 seconds, plus a 536-litre boot and 200,000-km warranty. Choose it if sedan packaging and extra pace matter more than the J7’s SUV height and driver-assistance advantage.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J7 if you want the lower purchase price, SUV seating height, panoramic sunroof and adaptive cruise control.
Pick the Peugeot 408 if you prioritise its 215 hp output, 8.8-second century sprint, 536-litre boot and longer 200,000-km warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J7 RM138,800; Peugeot 408 RM146,055.
- Output: Omoda Jaecoo J7 194 hp and 290 Nm; Peugeot 408 215 hp and 300 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Omoda Jaecoo J7 9.2 seconds; Peugeot 408 8.8 seconds.
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo J7 412 litres; Peugeot 408 536 litres.
- Wheelbase: Omoda Jaecoo J7 2,672 mm; Peugeot 408 2,787 mm.
- Warranty mileage: Omoda Jaecoo J7 150,000 km; Peugeot 408 200,000 km.
J7
- RM7,255 cheaper to buy.
- Panoramic sunroof, powered front passenger seat and powered boot.
- Adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping steering correction and 360-degree camera.
- Slower 9.2-second 0-100 km/h time versus 8.8 seconds.
- 412-litre boot is 124 litres smaller.
- 150,000-km warranty limit is 50,000 km lower.
408
- 215 hp and 300 Nm, with an 8.8-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 536-litre boot and longer 2,787-mm wheelbase.
- Seven-year, 200,000-km warranty.
- Costs RM7,255 more.
- No panoramic sunroof or powered boot.
- Passive cruise control and no lane-keeping assist steering correction.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM138,800✓ | RM146,055 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-Valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 194 hp | 215 hp✓ |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 300 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.9 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Dual-clutch Gearbox | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.2 seconds | 8.8 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,859 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,672 mm | 2,787 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 412 litres | 536 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Cooper Evolution CTT | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Granite Grey 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 Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Electronic 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 | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED |
| 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 | Driver Powered 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 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| 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 | 10" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| 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 | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| 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 |
| 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 | 200,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
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 & 408 for sale
J7 vs 408 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J7 or Peugeot 408 better?
The J7 is the better equipment-led choice, with adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera and panoramic sunroof for less money. The 408 is better for performance, luggage space and warranty mileage, producing 215 hp and carrying 536 litres.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 408 costs RM7,255 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J7. The J7 also has lower annual road tax at RM120 versus RM90 for the Peugeot.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Peugeot 408 has the bigger boot at 536 litres, 124 litres more than the Omoda Jaecoo J7’s 412 litres. Both have five seats and 60:40 split-folding rear seats.