Verdict
The Omoda Jaecoo C9 is the stronger road-focused choice: its 257 hp and 400 Nm beat the Jetour T2’s 241 hp and 375 Nm, while its 660-litre boot is 80 litres larger. But the RM12,000 saving on the T2 brings all-wheel drive, a 15.6-inch screen and 12-speaker Sony audio, so it is not simply the cheaper car. For Malaysian buyers who value cargo room, navigation and a head-up display, the C9 justifies its premium; choose the T2 for AWD traction and its longer engine cover.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo C9 if you want 257 hp, a 660-litre boot, navigation, a head-up display and a powered tailgate.
Pick the Jetour T2 if all-wheel drive, a 15.6-inch touchscreen, 12-speaker Sony audio and a 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty matter more than outright power.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo C9 RM168,800; Jetour T2 RM156,800.
- Power and torque: Omoda Jaecoo C9 257 hp and 400 Nm; Jetour T2 241 hp and 375 Nm.
- Drive: Omoda Jaecoo C9 front-wheel drive; Jetour T2 all-wheel drive.
- Boot capacity: Omoda Jaecoo C9 660 litres; Jetour T2 580 litres.
- Infotainment and audio: Omoda Jaecoo C9 12.3-inch screen with eight speakers; Jetour T2 15.6-inch screen with 12-speaker Sony audio.
- Fuel tank and kerb weight: Omoda Jaecoo C9 65 litres and 1,786 kg; Jetour T2 70 litres and 1,880 kg.
C9
- 257 hp and 400 Nm, ahead of the T2.
- 660-litre boot, plus a powered tailgate and full-size spare.
- Navigation and head-up display are fitted.
- Front-wheel drive against the T2’s all-wheel-drive layout.
- Smaller 12.3-inch screen and eight-speaker audio versus the T2’s 15.6-inch, 12-speaker Sony system.
- 65-litre tank is 5 litres smaller, and it has no front fog lamps.
T2
- All-wheel drive and a 70-litre fuel tank.
- 15.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus 12-speaker Sony audio.
- 10-year/1,000,000 km engine warranty in addition to the seven-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- 241 hp and 375 Nm trail the C9’s 257 hp and 400 Nm.
- 580-litre boot is 80 litres smaller than the C9’s.
- No navigation, head-up display or powered tailgate.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM168,800 | RM156,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 257 hp✓ | 241 hp |
| Torque | 400 Nm✓ | 375 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,775 mm | 4,785 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 2,006 mm |
| Height | 1,671 mm | 1,880 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,800 mm |
| Weight | 1,786 kg | 1,880 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 70 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 660 litres✓ | 580 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 255/60R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 255/60R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Giti 4x4 AT71 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available for 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 | LED Projector |
| 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 with Seat Ventilation | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear, 2 Wireless Chargers | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Sound System | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Sony Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor |
| 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 | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM439 |
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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C9 vs T2 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo C9 or Jetour T2 better?
The C9 is better for power, boot space and convenience equipment, with 257 hp, 400 Nm, 660 litres, navigation and a head-up display. The T2 is better if all-wheel drive, a larger screen and longer engine warranty are your priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo C9 costs RM12,000 more than the Jetour T2. That gap brings 16 hp, 25 Nm, 80 litres more boot capacity, navigation, a head-up display and a powered tailgate, but not all-wheel drive.
Which has the better warranty?
Both have a seven-year, 150,000 km manufacturer warranty. The Jetour T2 adds a 10-year, 1,000,000 km engine warranty, giving it the stronger engine-specific cover.