Verdict
At RM178,800, the Omoda Jaecoo J8 undercuts the Tesla Model Y by RM19,200 and brings a 246 hp, 385 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol powertrain, 20-inch wheels and a full-size spare. The Tesla counters with a 295 hp, 420 Nm rear motor, a 60 kWh battery and 466 km claimed range, reaching 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds against 9.0 seconds. For Malaysian family use, its 854-litre boot is dramatically more useful than the J8’s 200 litres, while the J8 gives you a longer 7-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if you want the lower purchase price, petrol refuelling, a full-size spare and a 7-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty.
Pick the Tesla Model Y if you can charge regularly and want far quicker acceleration, 466 km EV range and an 854-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM178,800; Tesla Model Y RM198,000.
- Powertrain: J8 246 hp/385 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol; Model Y 295 hp/420 Nm single electric motor.
- Acceleration: J8 0-100 km/h in 9.0 seconds; Model Y in 5.9 seconds.
- Boot space: J8 200 litres; Model Y 854 litres.
- Wheelbase: J8 2,820 mm; Model Y 2,891 mm.
- Vehicle warranty: J8 7 years/150,000 km; Model Y 4 years/80,000 km.
J8
- RM19,200 lower purchase price.
- Full-size spare tyre and 20-inch alloy wheels.
- 7-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty.
- 9.0-second 0-100 km/h time trails the Model Y’s 5.9 seconds.
- 200-litre boot is 654 litres smaller than the Model Y’s.
- No heated or ventilated front seats listed.
Model Y
- 295 hp, 420 Nm motor and 5.9-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- 60 kWh battery with 466 km claimed range, plus 11 kW AC and 175 kW DC charging.
- 854-litre boot, heated and ventilated front seats, and heated rear seats.
- RM19,200 more expensive.
- 4-year/80,000 km vehicle warranty is shorter than the J8’s 7-year/150,000 km cover.
- No front or rear parking sensors, head-up display or auto-parking system listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM178,800✓ | RM198,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM305✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 246 hp | — |
| Torque | 385 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 295 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 420 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 60 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 466 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 175 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9 seconds | 5.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 201 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,820 mm | 4,790 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 2,129 mm |
| Height | 1,699 mm | 1,624 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,891 mm |
| Weight | 1,892 kg | 1,921 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 200 litres | 854 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 255/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 255/45R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | — |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV | Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 3 EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Crossflow Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Crossflow Alloys |
| 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 Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED with LED Lighter |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats, Heated & Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding and Reclining | 40:20:40 Split-Folding, Heated |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with HEPA Air Filter |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents with Rear Screen |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 4 Front USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| 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 | 15.4" Touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and 9 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 (Depress Brake to Start) |
| 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 | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 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 | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 80,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/160,000 km Battery and Drive Unit Warranty, No fixed service schedule (condition-based maintenance) |
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 & Model Y for sale
J8 vs Model Y FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J8 or Tesla Model Y better?
The Tesla Model Y is the stronger choice for EV buyers with charging access: it is quicker, has 466 km claimed range and an 854-litre boot. Choose the J8 for lower upfront cost, petrol convenience and longer vehicle warranty coverage.
What is the price difference?
The Tesla Model Y costs RM19,200 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J8. The gap brings electric drive, 5.9-second acceleration, a 60 kWh battery and a much larger 854-litre boot.
Which has the larger boot?
The Tesla Model Y has the larger boot at 854 litres, versus 200 litres in the Omoda Jaecoo J8. That is a 654-litre advantage for the Tesla.