Verdict
The J8 is the more straightforward Malaysian buy: its 246 hp, 385 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine exceeds the CX-80’s 189 hp and 261 Nm petrol engine, while its seven-year/150,000-km warranty is stronger. But the CX-80 brings things the Jaecoo cannot: all-wheel drive, six seats and a 17.8-kWh battery for up to 65 km of electric driving. Its 3,120-mm wheelbase also gives it a 300-mm advantage, although its boot is only 58 litres larger at 258 litres.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if you want the stronger petrol engine, lower ownership commitments and a five-seat SUV with a seven-year/150,000-km warranty.
Pick the Mazda CX-80 if you need six seats, all-wheel drive and the ability to cover up to 65 km on electric power from its plug-in hybrid system.
Key differences
- Price: RM178,800 for the J8 versus RM296,610 for the CX-80.
- Powertrain: J8 has a 246 hp/385 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine; CX-80 has a 189 hp/261 Nm 2.5-litre petrol engine plus a 172 hp/270 Nm motor.
- Electric driving: J8 has no motor or battery; CX-80 has a 17.8-kWh battery, 7.2-kW AC charging and 65 km EV range.
- Driveline: J8 is front-wheel drive; CX-80 is all-wheel drive.
- Cabin space: J8 has five seats and a 2,820-mm wheelbase; CX-80 has six seats and a 3,120-mm wheelbase.
- Warranty: J8 is covered for seven years/150,000 km; CX-80 has five years/100,000 km vehicle coverage.
J8
- 246 hp and 385 Nm turbo petrol engine
- Seven-year/150,000-km warranty
- 360-degree camera, auto parking and navigation
- Front-wheel drive versus the CX-80’s all-wheel drive
- Five seats versus six
- No plug-in hybrid electric range
CX-80
- 17.8-kWh plug-in hybrid battery with 65 km EV range
- Six-seat layout with heated and ventilated middle-row captain seats
- All-wheel drive and 3,120-mm wheelbase
- RM117,810 more expensive
- Five-year/100,000-km vehicle warranty is shorter
- Its petrol engine produces 189 hp and 261 Nm, against the J8’s 246 hp and 385 Nm
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM178,800✓ | RM296,610 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | 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 variable valve timing and plug-in hybrid assistance |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 246 hp✓ | 189 hp |
| Torque | 385 Nm✓ | 261 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore | — | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 270 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 17.8 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 65 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7.2 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,820 mm | 4,995 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,699 mm | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 3,120 mm |
| Weight | 1,892 kg | 2,342 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Boot Space | 200 litres | 258 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 | Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & 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 | 6 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 | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats | Powered Front Seats with Heating, Ventilation and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding and Reclining | Individual Captain Seat Middle Row with Heating & Ventilation, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sliding Roof |
| 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 Middle, 2 USB-C Third Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | Sunroof Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 12-Speaker Sony Sound System | 12.3" Infotainment Screen 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 |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| 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, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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.
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J8 vs CX-80 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J8 or Mazda CX-80 better?
The J8 is better for lower-cost five-seat SUV ownership, stronger petrol-engine figures and longer warranty cover. Choose the CX-80 if six seats, all-wheel drive and up to 65 km of electric driving matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-80 costs RM117,810 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J8. That gap brings a plug-in hybrid system, all-wheel drive, an extra seat and a 300-mm longer wheelbase.
Can the Mazda CX-80 be driven without using petrol?
Yes, the CX-80 has a 17.8-kWh battery and a stated EV range of 65 km. Its AC charging rate is 7.2 kW. The J8 is a petrol-only SUV with no electric motor or battery.