Omoda Jaecoo C9 vs Toyota Fortuner
Verdict
At RM168,800, the Omoda Jaecoo C9 is RM27,080 cheaper than the RM195,880 Toyota Fortuner, yet it has 257 hp against 148 hp and both make 400 Nm. It is the wider, lower five-seat SUV with a 660-litre boot, eight airbags, AEB and a seven-year warranty. The Fortuner answers with seven seats, diesel, AWD, an 80-litre tank and a taller body. For most urban families the C9 reads stronger; for extra seats and rougher-use hardware, the Fortuner still has the clearer brief.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo C9 if you want more power, more boot space, AEB and a lower price in a five-seat SUV.
Pick the Toyota Fortuner if you need seven seats, diesel range from an 80-litre tank and AWD.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo C9 RM168,800; Toyota Fortuner RM195,880
- Seats: Omoda Jaecoo C9 5; Toyota Fortuner 7
- Power and torque: Omoda Jaecoo C9 257 hp/400 Nm; Toyota Fortuner 148 hp/400 Nm
- Driven wheels: Omoda Jaecoo C9 front-wheel drive; Toyota Fortuner all-wheel drive
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo C9 660 litres; Toyota Fortuner 200 litres
- Warranty and road tax: Omoda Jaecoo C9 7 years/RM439; Toyota Fortuner 5 years/RM754
C9
- Much stronger 257 hp output
- Large 660-litre boot
- AEB, eight airbags and seven-year warranty
- Five seats only
- Front-wheel drive, not AWD
- Petrol engine has a smaller 65-litre tank
Fortuner
- Seven-seat cabin
- AWD with diesel power
- Bigger 80-litre fuel tank
- Costs RM27,080 more
- Only 148 hp
- Smaller 200-litre boot with seats up
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 168,800✓ | RM 195,880 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection, Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,393 cc |
| Horsepower | 257 hp✓ | 148 hp |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Diesel |
| Bore | — | 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 15.6 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | 6-speed Automatic with Sequential Shifter |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Toyota |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,775 mm | 4,795 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Height | 1,671 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Weight | 1,786 kg | 2,090 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 660 litres✓ | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 265/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 265/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Bridgestone Dueler A/T |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Ladder-frame |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 4 stars — With 3 airbags and no stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats with Seat Ventilation | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with one-touch tumble, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row with one-touch space up |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents with Blower control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear, 2 Wireless Chargers | 1 Front, 1 Middle Row, 1 Boot, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 4 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Sound System | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 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 Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| 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 | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Qi Wireless Charger, Premium Solar and Security Tint, Front Digital Video Recorder |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 439✓ | RM 754 |
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.
C9 vs Fortuner FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo C9 or Toyota Fortuner better?
The Omoda Jaecoo C9 is the better buy for most five-seat SUV users, with more power, boot space, airbags, AEB and warranty cover. The Toyota Fortuner is better if seven seats, diesel and AWD matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Fortuner costs RM27,080 more than the Omoda Jaecoo C9. The gap does not buy more power or boot space, but it does buy seven seats, diesel and AWD.
Which one is more practical for a family?
The Omoda Jaecoo C9 has the bigger boot at 660 litres versus 200 litres, so it suits luggage-heavy five-seat use. The Toyota Fortuner is the pick when you regularly need seven seats.