Verdict
At RM160,000 against RM159,948, these C-segment SUVs are separated by only RM52, but their ownership cases are very different. The Omoda Jaecoo C7 is the locally assembled petrol choice, with a 194 hp, 290 Nm 1.6-litre turbo and RM120 annual road tax. The Xpeng G6 is a rear-motor EV with 248 hp, 440 Nm, a 68.5 kWh battery and 480 km claimed range; its road tax is RM240. It is also 137 mm longer with a 190 mm longer wheelbase, plus 382 kW DC charging and 571 litres of boot space.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo C7 if you want a CKD petrol SUV with 19-inch wheels and lower RM120 annual road tax.
Pick the Xpeng G6 if you want EV running, 480 km claimed range, 382 kW DC charging and the longer 2,890 mm wheelbase.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo C7 RM160,000; Xpeng G6 RM159,948.
- Power and torque: C7 194 hp and 290 Nm; G6 248 hp and 440 Nm.
- Energy source: C7 1.6-litre turbo petrol; G6 68.5 kWh battery-electric with one motor.
- Range and charging: C7 has no EV range or charging rating; G6 claims 480 km, with 11 kW AC and 382 kW DC charging.
- Dimensions: C7 is 4,621 mm long with a 2,700 mm wheelbase; G6 is 4,758 mm long with a 2,890 mm wheelbase.
- Road tax: C7 RM120 per year; G6 RM240 per year.
C7
- Malaysia CKD assembly.
- Lower RM120 annual road tax.
- 19-inch alloy wheels versus 18-inch items.
- Less power and torque: 194 hp and 290 Nm versus 248 hp and 440 Nm.
- Shorter 2,700 mm wheelbase versus 2,890 mm.
- No EV range, AC/DC charging or V2L capability.
G6
- 480 km claimed EV range from a 68.5 kWh battery.
- 382 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L.
- 571-litre boot, powered and ventilated front seats, plus adaptive cruise control.
- RM240 annual road tax, versus RM120 for the C7.
- China CBU rather than Malaysia CKD.
- 18-inch wheels versus the C7’s 19-inch alloys.
What the G6 has over the C7
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The G6's wheelbase is 190 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The G6 is 48 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM160,000 | RM159,948✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM240 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,635/mo | RM1,635/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM4,440 | RM4,406✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | — | RM1,268 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | — | RM6.34 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | — | RM29,573 |
| Charging (estimated) | ||
| AC charge 0–100% (est.) | — | 6.2 hours |
| DC charge 10–80% (est.) | — | 15 min |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 800V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 194 hp | — |
| Torque | 290 Nm at 1,750 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 248 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 440 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 68.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 480 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 382 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Dual-clutch | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6.94 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 202 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,621 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width | 1,872 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,673 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,890 mm |
| Weight | — | 2,115 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 571 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/60R18 |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort 225 V1 | Maxxis Waltz MS2 |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | — | 26 inch |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | — | 16 inch |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | — | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | 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 and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding with Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | — | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | — | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker 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 Start (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | — | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | — | 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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C7 vs G6 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo C7 or Xpeng G6 better?
The Xpeng G6 is the stronger choice for an EV buyer, bringing 248 hp, 440 Nm, 480 km claimed range, 382 kW DC charging and a 2,890 mm wheelbase. Choose the C7 for petrol power, CKD assembly and lower annual road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo C7 costs RM52 more than the Xpeng G6. That is effectively price parity, so the decision comes down to petrol versus EV use, charging access and equipment.
Which one is better for charging and long-distance EV use?
The Xpeng G6 is the only EV here. It has a 68.5 kWh battery, 480 km claimed range, 11 kW AC charging, 382 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load output. The C7 is a petrol SUV.
How long does charging take?
The G6's 68.5 kWh battery takes about 6.2 hours for a full AC charge, and an estimated 15 minutes from 10% to 80% on a DC fast charger at its 382 kW peak.