Verdict
At RM178,800, the Omoda Jaecoo J8 undercuts the Mazda CX-60’s RM200,510 by RM21,710, while bringing 246 hp and 385 Nm against 189 hp and 261 Nm. It is also 0.6 seconds quicker to 100 km/h and costs RM391 less in annual road tax. But the CX-60’s 570-litre boot is 370 litres larger, its 2,870 mm wheelbase is 50 mm longer, and its rear-wheel-drive layout may matter more than the J8’s extra power for some buyers. The J8 is the better-equipped cost-led choice; the Mazda is the luggage-first alternative.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if you want lower purchase and road-tax costs, stronger 246 hp/385 Nm output, rear climate control and a seven-year/150,000 km warranty.
Pick the Mazda CX-60 if you need a 570-litre boot, prefer rear-wheel drive and want its 40:20:40 rear seat, adaptive LED headlamps and driver’s knee airbag.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM178,800; Mazda CX-60 RM200,510.
- Output: Omoda Jaecoo J8 246 hp and 385 Nm; Mazda CX-60 189 hp and 261 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Omoda Jaecoo J8 9.0 seconds; Mazda CX-60 9.6 seconds.
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo J8 200 litres; Mazda CX-60 570 litres.
- Driveline: Omoda Jaecoo J8 front-wheel drive; Mazda CX-60 rear-wheel drive.
- Warranty: Omoda Jaecoo J8 seven years/150,000 km; Mazda CX-60 five years/100,000 km.
J8
- 246 hp and 385 Nm, with a 9.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Seven-year/150,000 km warranty and RM439 annual road tax.
- Rear dual-zone climate control, auto parking and navigation.
- 200-litre boot versus the CX-60’s 570 litres.
- Front-wheel drive versus the CX-60’s rear-wheel-drive layout.
- No driver’s knee airbag or adaptive LED headlamps.
CX-60
- 570-litre boot and 40:20:40 split-folding rear seat.
- Rear-wheel drive and a 2,870 mm wheelbase.
- Adaptive LED headlamps, driver’s knee airbag and five-year/100,000 km free service.
- RM21,710 higher purchase price and RM830 annual road tax versus RM439.
- 189 hp and 261 Nm trail the J8’s 246 hp and 385 Nm.
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter than the J8’s seven-year/150,000 km cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM178,800✓ | RM200,510 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 246 hp✓ | 189 hp |
| Torque | 385 Nm✓ | 261 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9 seconds✓ | 9.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,820 mm | 4,740 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,699 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,870 mm |
| Weight | 1,892 kg | 1,680 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 58 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 200 litres | 570 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 235/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | — |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV | Toyo Proxes Sport |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available For Second Row Seats | Available for second row 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 | Adaptive LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding and Reclining | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 12-Speaker Sony Sound System | 12.3" Mazda Connect Display with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Bose Sound System |
| 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 with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Active Cruise Control with Stop and Go |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | 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✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km free service |
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 J8 & CX-60 for sale
J8 vs CX-60 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J8 or Mazda CX-60 better?
The J8 is the stronger value choice, with more power, quicker acceleration, lower road tax and longer warranty coverage. Choose the CX-60 instead if its 570-litre boot, rear-wheel drive and 40:20:40 rear seat are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-60 costs RM21,710 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J8. That gap also comes with a much larger 570-litre boot, but not more power or a longer warranty.
Which has the lower annual road tax and longer warranty?
The J8 costs RM439 a year in road tax versus RM830 for the CX-60. Its seven-year/150,000 km warranty also exceeds the Mazda’s five-year/100,000 km warranty, though the CX-60 includes free service for that period.