Verdict
At RM156,800, the Jetour T2 undercuts the RM165,360 Mazda CX-8 by RM8,560, while bringing 241 hp, 375 Nm, all-wheel drive and a far fuller active-safety suite. It is also RM391 a year cheaper in road tax. The CX-8 answers with seven seats rather than five, a 2,930-mm wheelbase and a claimed 7.9 L/100 km, so it remains the more logical choice for buyers who routinely carry a full family. For five occupants, the T2’s 580-litre boot and 7-year/150,000-km warranty make the stronger case.
Pick the Jetour T2 if you want 241 hp, 375 Nm, all-wheel drive, 580 litres of boot space and autonomous braking for less money.
Pick the Mazda CX-8 if you need seven seats, a sliding and reclining second row, plus a claimed 7.9 L/100 km fuel figure.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour T2 RM156,800; Mazda CX-8 RM165,360.
- Power and torque: Jetour T2 241 hp and 375 Nm; Mazda CX-8 192 hp and 258 Nm.
- Driveline: Jetour T2 all-wheel drive; Mazda CX-8 front-wheel drive.
- Seating: Jetour T2 five seats; Mazda CX-8 seven seats.
- Boot space: Jetour T2 580 litres; Mazda CX-8 209 litres.
- Warranty: Jetour T2 7 years/150,000 km; Mazda CX-8 5 years/100,000 km.
T2
- 241 hp and 375 Nm with all-wheel drive.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and steering lane-keeping assist.
- 580-litre boot and 7-year/150,000-km warranty.
- Only five seats against the CX-8's seven.
- No stated rated fuel-consumption figure, while the CX-8 claims 7.9 L/100 km.
- Rear air-conditioning is vents only, versus the CX-8's single-zone automatic rear control.
CX-8
- Seven seats, with sliding and reclining second-row seats.
- Claimed fuel consumption of 7.9 L/100 km.
- Powered contactless tailgate and five-year/100,000-km free service.
- 192 hp and 258 Nm trail the T2's 241 hp and 375 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive versus the T2's all-wheel drive.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM156,800✓ | RM165,360 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 241 hp✓ | 192 hp |
| Torque | 375 Nm✓ | 258 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | SkyActiv-Drive 6-speed Automatic with Manual Shift Mode |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 7.9 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,785 mm | 4,900 mm |
| Width | 2,006 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,880 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,930 mm |
| Weight | 1,880 kg | 1,781 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 72 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres✓ | 209 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/60R19 | 225/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/60R19 | 225/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Giti 4x4 AT71 | Toyo Proxes R46 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Silver V-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Silver V-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Lumbar Adjustment and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding, Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Boot, 2 Front USB, 2 2nd Row USB, 2 3rd Row USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Sony Sound System | Mazda Connect Infotainment System with 8" Touchscreen, Commander Control Knob, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
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 T2 & CX-8 for sale
T2 vs CX-8 FAQ
Is the Jetour T2 or Mazda CX-8 better?
The Jetour T2 is the better-equipped five-seat SUV, with more power, all-wheel drive and active safety systems. The Mazda CX-8 is better if seven seats and a claimed 7.9 L/100 km matter more than performance and boot capacity.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-8 costs RM8,560 more than the Jetour T2. The T2 is RM156,800 and the CX-8 is RM165,360.
Which is better for a large family?
The Mazda CX-8 is better for a large family because it has seven seats, a sliding and reclining second row, and a 50:50 split-folding third row. The Jetour T2 has five seats, but its 580-litre boot is much larger than the CX-8's 209 litres.