Verdict
The RM4,000 gap buys the Zeekr 7X 170 hp and 55 Nm more, plus a 75 kWh battery rated for 480 km and DC charging at up to 450 kW. Its 6.0-second century sprint and 539-litre boot are decisive advantages. The Omoda Jaecoo J8 counters with a 65-litre petrol tank, rear dual-zone air-con, a panoramic sunroof and a longer seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty. For a buyer without a charging routine, the J8 is the simpler ownership proposition; for EV use, the 7X is far more capable on paper.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if you want petrol refuelling, rear dual-zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof and seven years of vehicle warranty.
Pick the Zeekr 7X if you can charge an EV and want 416 hp, a 480 km claimed range, much quicker acceleration and a 539-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM178,800; Zeekr 7X RM182,800.
- Power and torque: J8 246 hp and 385 Nm; 7X 416 hp and 440 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: J8 9.0 seconds; 7X 6.0 seconds.
- Energy storage: J8 65-litre petrol tank; 7X 75 kWh battery with 480 km EV range.
- Wheelbase and boot: J8 2,820 mm and 200 litres; 7X 2,900 mm and 539 litres.
- Vehicle warranty: J8 seven years/150,000 km; 7X five years/150,000 km, plus an eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty.
J8
- Seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty.
- Rear dual-zone air-con, panoramic sunroof and rear window shades.
- Full-size spare tyre.
- 9.0-second 0-100 km/h time versus the 7X's 6.0 seconds.
- 200-litre boot versus 539 litres.
- No EV range or 22 kW AC/450 kW DC charging capability.
7X
- 416 hp, 440 Nm and a 6.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 75 kWh battery, 480 km range and up to 450 kW DC charging.
- 539-litre boot and 2,900 mm wheelbase.
- Five-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty versus the J8's seven years.
- No sunroof or rear window shades.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare tyre.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM178,800✓ | RM182,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM615 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 246 hp | — |
| Torque | 385 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 416 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 440 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 75 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 480 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 22 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 450 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 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 | 6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,820 mm | 4,787 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,699 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,900 mm |
| Weight | 1,892 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 200 litres | 539 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 255/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 255/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV | Continental EcoContact 7 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" 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 & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available For Second Row Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear 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 | Matrix LED Projectors with LED Projector Lighting Panel |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats | Powered Front Seats with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding and Reclining | 60:40 Split-folding with Electric Recline |
| 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 | — |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Intelligent 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 | 16" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 21-speaker Zeekr Sound Pro |
| 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 Operation (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 | Contactless Powered Boot |
| 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 Monitor |
| 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 | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 & 7X for sale
J8 vs 7X FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J8 or Zeekr 7X better?
The Zeekr 7X is the stronger choice if EV charging works for you: it has 416 hp, a 480 km range, a 6.0-second sprint and 539 litres of boot space. Choose the J8 for petrol refuelling, rear climate comfort and longer vehicle warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr 7X costs RM182,800, which is RM4,000 more than the RM178,800 Omoda Jaecoo J8. That extra money brings 416 hp, a 75 kWh battery, 480 km claimed range and 450 kW DC charging.
Which SUV has the bigger boot?
The Zeekr 7X has a 539-litre boot, 339 litres more than the Omoda Jaecoo J8's 200 litres. It also has an 80 mm longer wheelbase, at 2,900 mm versus 2,820 mm.