Omoda Jaecoo J8 vs Suzuki eVitara
Verdict
At RM178,800 against RM188,000, the Omoda Jaecoo J8 is the bigger petrol SUV by a mile: 4,820 mm long, 1,930 mm wide and 246 hp/385 Nm, with rear air-con, HUD, navigation and auto parking. The Suzuki eVitara is smaller but fully electric, with a 61.1 kWh LFP battery, 426 km range, RM120 road tax and a slightly quicker 8.7-second 0-100 km/h time. The sting? The Omoda Jaecoo J8’s boot is only 200 litres, while the Suzuki eVitara gives 306 litres.
J8
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if you want the larger D-segment SUV with 246 hp, 385 Nm, more cabin kit and a lower purchase price.
eVitara
Pick the Suzuki eVitara if you want electric running, 426 km range, RM120 road tax and the bigger 306-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM178,800; Suzuki eVitara RM188,000
- Powertrain: Omoda Jaecoo J8 1,998 cc turbo petrol with 246 hp/385 Nm; Suzuki eVitara single motor with 172 hp/193 Nm
- Fuel/energy: Omoda Jaecoo J8 65-litre petrol tank; Suzuki eVitara 61.1 kWh LFP battery with 426 km range
- Size: Omoda Jaecoo J8 4,820/1,930/1,699 mm; Suzuki eVitara 4,275/1,800/1,635 mm
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo J8 200 litres; Suzuki eVitara 306 litres
- Performance: Omoda Jaecoo J8 0-100 km/h in 9.0 sec and 200 km/h top speed; Suzuki eVitara 8.7 sec and 150 km/h
J8
- Lower RM178,800 price despite D-segment size
- 246 hp/385 Nm and 200 km/h top speed
- Adds rear air-con, HUD and navigation
- Boot is 200 litres versus 306 litres
- 0-100 km/h is 9.0 seconds versus 8.7 seconds
- Road tax is RM439/year versus RM120/year
eVitara
- Fully electric with a 61.1 kWh LFP battery and 426 km range
- 306-litre boot beats the Omoda Jaecoo J8’s 200 litres
- RM120 road tax and an 8-year/160,000 km battery warranty
- Costs RM9,200 more to buy
- Smaller B-segment body with a 2,700 mm wheelbase versus 2,820 mm
- No rear air-con; the Omoda Jaecoo J8 has dual-zone rear air-con
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 178,800✓ | RM 188,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 246 hp | — |
| Torque | 385 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 193 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium Iron Phosphate |
| Battery Capacity | — | 61.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 426 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 67 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9 seconds | 8.7 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h✓ | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,820 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,699 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,892 kg | 1,788 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 200 litres | 306 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | India (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Discs |
| 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, Driver's Knee, 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 for two outer rear passenger 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 | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding and Reclining | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Front Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient 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 | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Infinity Sound System |
| 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 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 | 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 | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km BEV Components Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 439 | RM 120✓ |
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.
J8 vs eVitara FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J8 or Suzuki eVitara better?
For most family-SUV buyers, the Omoda Jaecoo J8 is better on size, power and equipment for less money. Choose the Suzuki eVitara if EV running, 426 km range, RM120 road tax and a 306-litre boot matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki eVitara costs RM9,200 more: RM188,000 versus RM178,800 for the Omoda Jaecoo J8.
Which one has the bigger boot?
The Suzuki eVitara has the bigger boot at 306 litres. The Omoda Jaecoo J8 has 200 litres, despite being 545 mm longer and 130 mm wider.