Omoda Jaecoo J8 vs Toyota Fortuner
Verdict
At RM178,800 versus RM195,880, the Omoda Jaecoo J8 undercuts the Toyota Fortuner by RM17,080 while giving you far more power, a longer wheelbase and a lower RM439 annual road tax. It is the road-biased choice, with 246 hp, front-wheel drive and 0-100 km/h in 9.0 seconds. The Fortuner answers with seven seats, all-wheel drive, diesel torque and an 80-litre tank. Boot space is identical at 200 litres, so the big split is passenger capacity and drivetrain, not luggage room.
J8
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if you want a cheaper five-seat petrol SUV with 246 hp, AEB and a longer seven-year warranty.
Fortuner
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive, diesel torque and an 80-litre fuel tank.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM178,800; Toyota Fortuner RM195,880
- Seats: Omoda Jaecoo J8 5; Toyota Fortuner 7
- Engine and fuel: Omoda Jaecoo J8 1,998 cc petrol; Toyota Fortuner 2,393 cc diesel
- Output: Omoda Jaecoo J8 246 hp/385 Nm; Toyota Fortuner 148 hp/400 Nm
- Driven wheels: Omoda Jaecoo J8 front-wheel drive; Toyota Fortuner all-wheel drive
- Warranty and road tax: Omoda Jaecoo J8 7 years/RM439; Toyota Fortuner 5 years/RM754
J8
- Much stronger 246 hp output
- Lower price and RM439 road tax
- AEB and seven-year warranty
- Only five seats
- Smaller 65-litre fuel tank
- No ASEAN NCAP rating listed
Fortuner
- Seven-seat cabin
- All-wheel drive
- 80-litre fuel tank
- Costs RM17,080 more
- Lower 148 hp output
- RM754 annual road tax
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 178,800✓ | RM 195,880 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | 246 hp✓ | 148 hp |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 400 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Diesel |
| Bore | — | 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 15.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | 6-speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Toyota |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,820 mm | 4,795 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,699 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | 1,892 kg | 2,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 200 litres | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Ladder-frame |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 4 stars — With 3 airbags and no stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available For Second Row Seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Halogen Projector |
| 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 | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding and Reclining | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 4 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 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 | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 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 Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | — |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 439✓ | RM 754 |
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 Fortuner FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J8 or Toyota Fortuner better?
The Omoda Jaecoo J8 is better for five-seat road use, power and warranty cover. The Toyota Fortuner is better if you need seven seats, all-wheel drive and diesel torque.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Fortuner costs RM17,080 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J8.
Which has more space for people and luggage?
The Toyota Fortuner carries more people with seven seats against five in the Omoda Jaecoo J8. Boot space is the same on paper at 200 litres each.