Verdict
For RM11,559 less, the Omoda Jaecoo C9 brings far more shove: its 257 hp and 400 Nm 2.0-litre turbo comfortably eclipse the Mazda 6 Sedan’s 163 hp and 213 Nm naturally aspirated unit. It is also the more practical Malaysian family car, with a 660-litre boot, 20-inch wheels, panoramic sunroof and 360-degree camera. The Mazda counters with a 90 mm longer wheelbase, a much lighter 1,393 kg kerb weight and a claimed 5.7 L/100 km. Choose the C9 for equipment and space; the Mazda for its lighter, lower sedan format and published economy figure.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo C9 if you want 257 hp, 400 Nm, a 660-litre boot and active safety including autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist for less money.
Pick the Mazda 6 Sedan if you prefer a 1,393 kg sedan with a 2,830 mm wheelbase and a claimed 5.7 L/100 km fuel-consumption figure.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo C9 RM168,800; Mazda 6 Sedan RM180,359.
- Power and torque: Omoda Jaecoo C9 257 hp and 400 Nm; Mazda 6 Sedan 163 hp and 213 Nm.
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo C9 660 litres; Mazda 6 Sedan 489 litres.
- Kerb weight: Omoda Jaecoo C9 1,786 kg; Mazda 6 Sedan 1,393 kg.
- Wheelbase: Omoda Jaecoo C9 2,800 mm; Mazda 6 Sedan 2,830 mm.
- Warranty: Omoda Jaecoo C9 seven years/150,000 km; Mazda 6 Sedan five years/100,000 km.
C9
- RM11,559 cheaper with 94 hp and 187 Nm more.
- 660-litre boot, powered tailgate and 60:40 folding rear seats.
- Autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera.
- 1,786 kg is 393 kg heavier than the Mazda 6 Sedan.
- Its 2,800 mm wheelbase is 90 mm shorter.
- Annual road tax is RM439 versus RM379.
6 Sedan
- Claimed fuel consumption of 5.7 L/100 km.
- At 1,393 kg, it is 393 kg lighter.
- Five-star Euro NCAP and ANCAP ratings with six airbags and stability control.
- Costs RM11,559 more despite having 163 hp and 213 Nm.
- 489-litre boot is 171 litres smaller.
- No autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist, where the C9 gets both.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM168,800✓ | RM180,359 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 257 hp✓ | 163 hp |
| Torque | 400 Nm✓ | 213 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 83.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | SkyActiv-Drive with Sport mode |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 10.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 5.7 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,775 mm | 4,865 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,671 mm | 1,450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,830 mm |
| Weight | 1,786 kg | 1,393 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 62 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 660 litres✓ | 489 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 225/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 225/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | — |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| 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 two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats with Seat Ventilation | Power Adjustable 8-way Driver's Seat with Memory, Power Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| 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 Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear, 2 Wireless Chargers | 1 front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 front, 2 rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Sound System | MZD Connect Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Radio, CD, MP3, AUX, USB and Bluetooth, 6 speakers |
| 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 Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000-km Free Service |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM379✓ |
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 C9 & 6 Sedan for sale
C9 vs 6 Sedan FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo C9 or Mazda 6 Sedan better?
The Omoda Jaecoo C9 is the stronger all-round buy for space, performance, warranty and driver assistance. The Mazda 6 Sedan makes more sense only if you specifically want its lighter sedan body, longer wheelbase and claimed 5.7 L/100 km economy.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda 6 Sedan costs RM11,559 more than the Omoda Jaecoo C9. The C9 also adds 94 hp, 187 Nm, a 171-litre larger boot, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist.
Which one has more safety equipment?
The Omoda Jaecoo C9 has the fuller active-safety list, adding autonomous braking, collision warning and steering-correction lane-keeping assist. Both have blind-spot monitoring, stability control, ABS/EBD, ISOFIX and front/rear parking sensors.