Verdict
The Omoda Jaecoo J8 costs RM178,800, RM11,860 less than the RM190,660 Volkswagen Tayron, yet brings 246 hp and 385 Nm against 148 hp and 250 Nm. Its 9.0-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.6 seconds quicker, and its 7-year/150,000-km warranty is far longer. But Malaysian families needing seven seats should pay attention: the Tayron has a third row and a 345-litre boot, versus the J8’s five seats and 200 litres. The Volkswagen also has 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance and RM120 annual road tax, against RM439 for the J8.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if stronger 246 hp/385 Nm performance, a panoramic sunroof and a seven-year warranty matter more than a third row.
Pick the Volkswagen Tayron if you need seven seats, a 345-litre boot and lower RM120 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM178,800; Volkswagen Tayron RM190,660.
- Power and torque: Omoda Jaecoo J8 246 hp and 385 Nm; Volkswagen Tayron 148 hp and 250 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Omoda Jaecoo J8 9.0 seconds; Volkswagen Tayron 9.6 seconds.
- Seating and boot space: Omoda Jaecoo J8 five seats and 200 litres; Volkswagen Tayron seven seats and 345 litres.
- Road tax: Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM439 per year; Volkswagen Tayron RM120 per year.
- Warranty: Omoda Jaecoo J8 seven years/150,000 km; Volkswagen Tayron two years/unlimited mileage.
J8
- 246 hp and 385 Nm, with a 9.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Panoramic sunroof, head-up display and 12-speaker Sony sound system.
- Seven-year, 150,000-km manufacturer warranty.
- Five seats and a 200-litre boot, versus seven seats and 345 litres.
- RM439 annual road tax, versus RM120.
- No front centre airbag or pedestrian and cyclist detection stated for its autonomous braking system.
Tayron
- Seven seats, including a 50:50 split-folding third row, and a 345-litre boot.
- 48-volt mild-hybrid assistance and RM120 annual road tax.
- Front centre airbag, pedestrian/cyclist detection and Dynamic Chassis Control Pro.
- RM11,860 dearer to buy.
- 148 hp and 250 Nm leave it 0.6 seconds slower from 0-100 km/h.
- Two-year warranty, although mileage is unlimited, versus seven years/150,000 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM178,800✓ | RM190,660 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable intake valve timing with 48-volt MHEV assistance |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 246 hp✓ | 148 hp |
| Torque | 385 Nm✓ | 250 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | 7-speed Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) |
| Gears | 8 | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9 seconds✓ | 9.6 seconds |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,820 mm | 4,792 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,852 mm |
| Height | 1,699 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,790 mm |
| Weight | 1,892 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 200 litres | 345 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 235/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV | Hankook Ventus evoSUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Napoli Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Napoli Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Dynamic Chassis Control Pro |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front & Rear Side Bags, Curtain Airbags & Front Centre Airbag |
| 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 Front Passenger Seat and 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Ventilation and Massaging |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding and Reclining | 40:20:40 Split-Folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-Folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic 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 Middle Row, 2 Back Row |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | Manual Rear Window Blinds |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 12-Speaker Sony Sound System | 12.9" Discover Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker Volkswagen 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 | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, with 360-degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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✓ | 2 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.
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J8 vs Tayron FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J8 or Volkswagen Tayron better?
The J8 is the better buy for performance, price and warranty: it is RM11,860 cheaper, has 246 hp and covers 0-100 km/h in 9.0 seconds. The Tayron is better if seven seats and a larger 345-litre boot are essential.
What is the price difference?
The Volkswagen Tayron costs RM190,660, which is RM11,860 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J8 at RM178,800.
Which SUV has more seats and luggage space?
The Volkswagen Tayron does. It has seven seats and a 345-litre boot, while the Omoda Jaecoo J8 has five seats and 200 litres of boot space.