Verdict
At RM178,800, the five-seat Omoda Jaecoo J8 undercuts the seven-seat Peugeot 5008 at RM186,288 by RM7,488, while bringing a 246 hp/385 Nm 2.0-litre turbo against the Peugeot’s 165 hp/240 Nm 1.6-litre. Yet the 5008 is marginally quicker to 100 km/h at 8.9 seconds and gives family buyers seven seats, a 2,840 mm wheelbase and 952 litres of boot space. The J8 answers with adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking, a 360-degree camera and a seven-year/150,000 km warranty, but its RM439 annual road tax is substantial beside RM120.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if you want more power, richer driver-assistance hardware and the longer seven-year/150,000 km warranty for less money.
Pick the Peugeot 5008 if seven seats, a 952-litre boot and lower RM120 annual road tax matter more than outright power.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM178,800; Peugeot 5008 RM186,288.
- Power and torque: Omoda Jaecoo J8 246 hp and 385 Nm; Peugeot 5008 165 hp and 240 Nm.
- Seating and boot space: Omoda Jaecoo J8 five seats and 200 litres; Peugeot 5008 seven seats and 952 litres.
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: Omoda Jaecoo J8 9.0 seconds and 200 km/h; Peugeot 5008 8.9 seconds and 205 km/h.
- Annual road tax and warranty: Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM439, seven years/150,000 km; Peugeot 5008 RM120, five years/100,000 km.
- Rear suspension and wheels: Omoda Jaecoo J8 multi-link with 20-inch alloys; Peugeot 5008 torsion beam with 18-inch alloys.
J8
- 246 hp and 385 Nm from a 2.0-litre turbo engine.
- Adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking, 360-degree camera and auto parking.
- Seven-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- Five seats and 200 litres of boot space versus seven seats and 952 litres.
- RM439 annual road tax versus RM120.
- 9.0-second 0-100 km/h time and 200 km/h top speed versus 8.9 seconds and 205 km/h.
5008
- Seven seats with three ISOFIX positions across the middle row.
- 952-litre boot space and a hands-free powered boot.
- Lower RM120 annual road tax and a marginally quicker 8.9-second century sprint.
- 165 hp and 240 Nm versus 246 hp and 385 Nm.
- Passive cruise control, no autonomous braking and no 360-degree camera.
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty versus seven years/150,000 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM178,800✓ | RM186,288 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM120✓ |
| 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 | 1,998 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 246 hp✓ | 165 hp |
| Torque | 385 Nm✓ | 240 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | EAT6 |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9 seconds | 8.9 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 7 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 205 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,820 mm | 4,670 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,699 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,840 mm |
| Weight | 1,892 kg | 1,595 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 53 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 200 litres | 952 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV | Continental CrossContact LX2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" 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 |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available For Second Row Seats | Available on three middle row passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with Sequential Indicators |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with 6-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding and Reclining | 33:33:33 Split-folding Middle Row with Tray Tables, Slidable and Manual Recline, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Last Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 1 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | — |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 12-Speaker Sony Sound System | 10" Touchscreen with Arkamys 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with hands-free function |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| 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 |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charging Tray |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 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.
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J8 vs 5008 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J8 or Peugeot 5008 better?
The Peugeot 5008 is the better family carrier with seven seats and 952 litres of boot space. The Omoda Jaecoo J8 is better equipped for driver assistance and has far more power, plus a longer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Peugeot 5008 costs RM7,488 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J8. The cheaper J8 also has the stronger 246 hp engine, though its annual road tax is RM319 higher.
Which one has more safety and parking assistance?
The Omoda Jaecoo J8 has autonomous braking, collision warning, adaptive cruise control, a head-up display, 360-degree camera and auto parking. The Peugeot 5008 has blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping assistance, but passive cruise control and a reverse camera.