Verdict
The RM43,000 cheaper Omoda Jaecoo J8 gives Malaysian buyers SUV seating, 246 hp and 385 Nm, plus a panoramic sunroof, 20-inch wheels and a 12-speaker Sony system. Yet its 1,892 kg kerb weight means its 9.0-second 0-100 km/h time is effectively level with the Camry’s 8.9 seconds. The Toyota Camry costs more and has a far larger 524-litre boot against 200 litres, while its annual road tax is RM867 versus RM439. Choose body style and luggage needs first; performance alone does not separate them.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if you want a lower-priced five-door SUV with more torque, a panoramic sunroof and a seven-year/150,000 km warranty.
Pick the Toyota Camry if you need the 524-litre sedan boot, a lighter 1,565 kg body and an unlimited-mileage five-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM178,800; Toyota Camry RM221,800.
- Output: Omoda Jaecoo J8 246 hp and 385 Nm; Toyota Camry 201 hp and 246 Nm.
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo J8 200 litres; Toyota Camry 524 litres.
- Kerb weight: Omoda Jaecoo J8 1,892 kg; Toyota Camry 1,565 kg.
- 0-100 km/h: Omoda Jaecoo J8 9.0 seconds; Toyota Camry 8.9 seconds.
- Annual road tax: Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM439; Toyota Camry RM867.
J8
- RM43,000 lower purchase price.
- 246 hp and 385 Nm turbocharged 2.0-litre engine.
- Panoramic sunroof, auto parking and 12-speaker Sony audio.
- 200-litre boot is 324 litres smaller than the Camry’s.
- At 1,892 kg, it is 327 kg heavier than the Camry.
- Seven-year warranty is capped at 150,000 km, unlike the Camry’s unlimited mileage cover.
Camry
- 524-litre boot and 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 327 kg lighter than the J8.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- Costs RM43,000 more than the J8.
- 201 hp and 246 Nm trail the J8’s 246 hp and 385 Nm.
- No panoramic sunroof or auto parking, both fitted to the J8.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM178,800✓ | RM221,800 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | 246 hp✓ | 201 hp |
| Torque | 385 Nm✓ | 246 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 87.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 14 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9 seconds | 8.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,820 mm | 4,920 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,699 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | 1,892 kg | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 200 litres | 524 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 235/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | Space Saver |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| 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, 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, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| 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 Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Ottoman Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding and Reclining | Fixed Rear Seats |
| 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 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | Manual Rear Sun Shades |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 12-Speaker Sony Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 9-speaker JBL 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 |
| 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 | 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 |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM867 |
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 Camry FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J8 or Toyota Camry better?
The J8 is the stronger value choice for SUV buyers, with 246 hp, 385 Nm and more equipment for RM43,000 less. Pick the Camry if its 524-litre boot and unlimited-mileage five-year warranty matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Camry costs RM221,800 and the Omoda Jaecoo J8 costs RM178,800, so the Camry carries a RM43,000 premium.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Toyota Camry has the bigger boot at 524 litres, exceeding the Omoda Jaecoo J8’s 200 litres by 324 litres. The J8 counters with a 60:40 split-folding, reclining rear seat; the Camry’s rear seats are fixed.