Jetour T2 vs Mazda CX-8
Verdict
At RM156,800, the Jetour T2 undercuts the RM165,360 Mazda CX-8 by RM8,560, yet it brings far stronger outputs: 241 hp and 375 Nm against 192 hp and 258 Nm. It also gets AWD, a 580-litre boot, more driver-assist kit and a longer 7-year/150,000 km warranty. But the Mazda answers with seven seats, a longer 2,930 mm wheelbase, a powered contactless tailgate and a published 7.9 L/100 km economy figure. This is power and kit versus family seating.
T2
Pick the Jetour T2 if you want the stronger, wider, boxier five-seat SUV with AWD, more boot space and the longer warranty.
CX-8
Pick the Mazda CX-8 if seven seats, a longer wheelbase, a powered contactless boot and published fuel economy matter more than outright output.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour T2 RM156,800; Mazda CX-8 RM165,360
- Output: Jetour T2 241 hp/375 Nm; Mazda CX-8 192 hp/258 Nm
- Driveline: Jetour T2 all-wheel drive; Mazda CX-8 front-wheel drive
- Seats: Jetour T2 5; Mazda CX-8 7
- 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
- Stronger turbocharged 2.0 litre engine with 241 hp and 375 Nm
- AWD where the Mazda CX-8 is front-wheel drive
- More listed boot space: 580 litres versus 209 litres
- Only five seats against the Mazda CX-8’s seven
- Shorter wheelbase: 2,800 mm versus 2,930 mm
- Manual boot operation; the Mazda CX-8 gets powered contactless operation
CX-8
- Seven-seat cabin with sliding and reclining second row plus split-folding third row
- Published rated economy of 7.9 L/100 km
- Powered contactless boot and 5-year/100,000 km free service
- Lower outputs: 192 hp and 258 Nm versus 241 hp and 375 Nm
- Front-wheel drive only; the Jetour T2 has AWD
- No listed autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist, collision warning or blind spot system
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 156,800✓ | RM 165,360 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| 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 |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| 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) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| 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 |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Solid Disc |
| 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 |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 439✓ | RM 830 |
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.
T2 vs CX-8 FAQ
Is the Jetour T2 or Mazda CX-8 better?
The Jetour T2 is better for power, AWD, boot space, driver-assist kit and warranty. The Mazda CX-8 is better if you need seven seats and a longer wheelbase.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-8 costs RM8,560 more. It is priced at RM165,360, while the Jetour T2 is RM156,800.
Which one is cheaper to tax and run on paper?
The Jetour T2 has lower annual road tax at RM439 versus RM830 for the Mazda CX-8. The Mazda is the only one here with a rated economy figure, at 7.9 L/100 km.