Verdict
The Omoda Jaecoo C9 is the more expensive RM168,800 choice, but its 257 hp, 400 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol drivetrain and 660-litre boot give it a clear edge for buyers carrying people and luggage. The RM129,000 Leapmotor C10 saves RM39,800, cuts annual road tax from RM439 to RM200, and brings a 69.9-kWh battery with 420 km of EV range. Its 2,825-mm wheelbase is also 25 mm longer, though the boot is 225 litres smaller and there is no spare tyre.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo C9 if you need the 660-litre boot, a full-size spare tyre and 257 hp with 400 Nm.
Pick the Leapmotor C10 if you want a 420-km EV with a 69.9-kWh battery while saving RM39,800 upfront.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo C9 RM168,800; Leapmotor C10 RM129,000.
- Power and torque: Omoda Jaecoo C9 257 hp and 400 Nm; Leapmotor C10 215 hp and 320 Nm.
- Energy and range: Omoda Jaecoo C9 65-litre petrol tank; Leapmotor C10 69.9-kWh battery and 420 km EV range.
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo C9 660 litres; Leapmotor C10 435 litres.
- Wheelbase: Omoda Jaecoo C9 2,800 mm; Leapmotor C10 2,825 mm.
- Annual road tax: Omoda Jaecoo C9 RM439; Leapmotor C10 RM200.
C9
- 660-litre boot, 225 litres larger than the C10's.
- 257 hp and 400 Nm exceed the C10's 215 hp and 320 Nm.
- Full-size spare tyre and head-up display.
- RM39,800 dearer to buy.
- RM439 annual road tax versus RM200.
- No EV range, AC/DC charging or V2L capability.
C10
- RM39,800 lower purchase price.
- 69.9-kWh battery, 420 km EV range and 84-kW DC charging.
- 2,825-mm wheelbase, 25 mm longer than the C9's.
- 435-litre boot is 225 litres smaller.
- Tyre repair kit instead of the C9's full-size spare.
- Six-year manufacturer warranty versus seven years for the C9.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM168,800 | RM129,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM200✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 257 hp | — |
| Torque | 400 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 320 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 69.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 420 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 84 kW |
| V2L | — | 1.7 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 | — | 7.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,775 mm | 4,739 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,671 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | 1,786 kg | 1,980 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 660 litres✓ | 435 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 245/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 245/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Dunlop e-Sport Maxx |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" 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 Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far Side |
| 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 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 | 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 | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation |
| 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 & Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Sound System | 14.6" Touchscreen with Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 12-speaker Surround Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation (NFC Card) |
| 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 Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Active Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 6 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8 Year/160,000 km BEV Warranty, 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.
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C9 vs C10 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo C9 or Leapmotor C10 better?
Choose the Omoda Jaecoo C9 for its 660-litre boot, 257 hp and full-size spare. Choose the Leapmotor C10 for its 420-km EV range, 69.9-kWh battery and lower RM129,000 entry price.
What is the price difference?
The Leapmotor C10 costs RM129,000 and the Omoda Jaecoo C9 costs RM168,800, so the C10 is RM39,800 cheaper.
Which has the better warranty coverage?
The Omoda Jaecoo C9 has a seven-year, 150,000-km manufacturer warranty. The Leapmotor C10 has a six-year, 150,000-km manufacturer warranty, plus eight-year, 160,000-km BEV and battery warranties.