Verdict
At RM178,800, the Omoda Jaecoo J8 undercuts the RM191,888 Renault Koleos by RM13,088, yet brings 246 hp and 385 Nm against 171 hp and 226 Nm, plus a seven-year/150,000-km warranty. Its 2,820-mm wheelbase is 115 mm longer, and it adds adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and a 360-degree camera. The trade-off is serious for family trips: the Koleos has a 542-litre boot to the J8’s 200 litres and a rated 8.1 L/100 km consumption figure. The J8’s RM439 annual road tax is also RM391 lower than the Koleos’s RM830.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if you want stronger turbo performance, more driver assistance and a longer warranty for less money.
Pick the Renault Koleos if a 542-litre boot and its rated 8.1 L/100 km fuel consumption matter more than power and equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM178,800; Renault Koleos RM191,888.
- Output: Omoda Jaecoo J8 246 hp and 385 Nm; Renault Koleos 171 hp and 226 Nm.
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo J8 200 litres; Renault Koleos 542 litres.
- Annual road tax: Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM439; Renault Koleos RM830.
- Rated fuel economy: Omoda Jaecoo J8 not stated; Renault Koleos 8.1 L/100 km.
- Manufacturer warranty: Omoda Jaecoo J8 seven years/150,000 km; Renault Koleos five years/150,000 km.
J8
- 246 hp and 385 Nm turbo petrol engine with eight-speed automatic.
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping steering correction and adaptive cruise control.
- Seven-year, 150,000-km manufacturer warranty.
- 200-litre boot is 342 litres smaller than the Koleos’s 542 litres.
- No rated fuel-consumption figure is stated, unlike the Koleos’s 8.1 L/100 km.
Koleos
- 542-litre boot for much more luggage space.
- Rated fuel consumption of 8.1 L/100 km.
- 352 kg lighter at 1,540 kg.
- Costs RM13,088 more despite lower 171 hp and 226 Nm outputs.
- RM830 annual road tax is RM391 higher.
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or adaptive cruise control.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM178,800✓ | RM191,888 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| 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 |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 246 hp✓ | 171 hp |
| Torque | 385 Nm✓ | 226 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | X-Tronic CVT |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9 seconds✓ | 9.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 8.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,820 mm | 4,672 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,843 mm |
| Height | 1,699 mm | 1,678 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,705 mm |
| Weight | 1,892 kg | 1,540 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 200 litres | 542 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 225/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 225/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV | Nexen N Priz RH7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Korea (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| 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 | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available For Second Row Seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflectors |
| 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 | Power Adjustable Front Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding and Reclining | 60:40 Split-folding with one-touch operation |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (5 colours) |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| 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 | 8.7" R-LINK 2 Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 3D sound by Arkamys, 8 speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side 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 | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| 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 |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 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.
Used J8 & Koleos for sale
J8 vs Koleos FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J8 or Renault Koleos better?
The Omoda Jaecoo J8 is the better-equipped and better-value choice, with more power, more driver assistance and a longer warranty. Choose the Renault Koleos instead only if its 542-litre boot and rated 8.1 L/100 km consumption are decisive.
What is the price difference?
The Renault Koleos costs RM13,088 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J8.
Which SUV has more boot space?
The Renault Koleos has the larger boot at 542 litres, versus 200 litres in the Omoda Jaecoo J8. That is a 342-litre advantage for the Renault.