Verdict
At RM168,800, the Omoda Jaecoo C9 costs RM19,200 less than the RM188,000 Suzuki eVitara yet brings far more metal and luggage room: it is 500 mm longer and carries 660 litres against 306 litres. Its 257 hp, 400 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol powertrain also has a clear output advantage. The eVitara makes the cleaner case for home or public charging, with a 61.1 kWh battery, 426 km range and 8.7-second 0-100 km/h time. For Malaysian family use, the C9’s cabin, boot and rear air vents make it the more useful car.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo C9 if you need a 660-litre boot, a 2,800 mm wheelbase and 257 hp for less money.
Pick the Suzuki eVitara if you can charge regularly and want a 426 km electric range in a 500 mm shorter SUV.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo C9 RM168,800; Suzuki eVitara RM188,000.
- Powertrain: Omoda Jaecoo C9 257 hp/400 Nm 2.0-litre turbo petrol; Suzuki eVitara 172 hp/193 Nm electric motor.
- Size: Omoda Jaecoo C9 4,775 mm long with a 2,800 mm wheelbase; Suzuki eVitara 4,275 mm and 2,700 mm.
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo C9 660 litres; Suzuki eVitara 306 litres.
- Energy storage: Omoda Jaecoo C9 65-litre fuel tank; Suzuki eVitara 61.1 kWh battery with 426 km range.
- Wheels: Omoda Jaecoo C9 20-inch alloys with 245/50R20 tyres; Suzuki eVitara 18-inch alloys with 225/55R18 tyres.
C9
- RM19,200 cheaper.
- 660-litre boot and 500 mm longer body.
- Powered, ventilated front seats plus rear air vents.
- Uses petrol while the eVitara is fully electric.
- No 0-100 km/h or top-speed figure is stated, unlike the eVitara’s 8.7 seconds and 150 km/h.
- Five-seat 60:40 rear bench is less flexible than the eVitara’s 40:20:40 split.
eVitara
- 426 km electric range from a 61.1 kWh battery.
- 8.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats and driver-seat memory.
- Costs RM19,200 more.
- 306-litre boot is 354 litres smaller.
- Single-zone climate control and no rear air vents.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM168,800✓ | RM188,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM120✓ |
| 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 | — | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 193 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 61.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 426 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 67 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 8 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.7 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 150 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,775 mm | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,671 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,786 kg | 1,788 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 660 litres✓ | 306 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | India (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-links |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and 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, Driver's Knee, 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 | 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 | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats with Seat Ventilation | 10-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Front Sunroof |
| 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 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 | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Infinity 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 Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| 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 | ✓ | — |
| 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, with 360-degree Camera |
| 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 | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km BEV Components 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 eVitara FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo C9 or Suzuki eVitara better?
The Omoda Jaecoo C9 is better for family space and price, with a 660-litre boot and RM19,200 lower price. Choose the Suzuki eVitara if a 426 km electric range and charging access matter more than cabin and cargo capacity.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki eVitara costs RM19,200 more than the Omoda Jaecoo C9: RM188,000 versus RM168,800.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Omoda Jaecoo C9 has the bigger boot by a large margin: 660 litres versus the Suzuki eVitara’s 306 litres, a 354-litre advantage.