Verdict
The RM156,800 Jetour T2 costs RM10,745 more than the RM146,055 Peugeot 408, but brings 241 hp, 375 Nm and all-wheel drive against 215 hp, 300 Nm and front-wheel drive. It is 98 mm longer, has a 580-litre boot and a 70-litre fuel tank. The T2 also gets ventilated power front seats, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree camera. But its annual road tax is RM439 versus RM90. The 408 is the sharper financial choice if its sedan body and 536-litre boot suit your needs.
Pick the Jetour T2 if you want all-wheel drive, 375 Nm, a larger 580-litre boot and richer cabin equipment.
Pick the Peugeot 408 if you want to spend RM10,745 less, pay RM349 less annual road tax and retain an eight-speed automatic.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour T2 RM156,800; Peugeot 408 RM146,055.
- Output and driveline: Jetour T2 241 hp/375 Nm/all-wheel drive; Peugeot 408 215 hp/300 Nm/front-wheel drive.
- Road tax: Jetour T2 RM439 per year; Peugeot 408 RM90 per year.
- Boot space: Jetour T2 580 litres; Peugeot 408 536 litres.
- Fuel tank: Jetour T2 70 litres; Peugeot 408 52 litres.
- Manufacturer mileage warranty: Jetour T2 150,000 km; Peugeot 408 200,000 km.
T2
- 241 hp, 375 Nm and all-wheel drive.
- 580-litre boot and 70-litre fuel tank.
- Ventilated power front seats, panoramic glass roof and 360-degree camera.
- Costs RM10,745 more.
- RM439 annual road tax versus RM90.
- 150,000-km manufacturer warranty versus 200,000 km.
408
- RM10,745 lower purchase price and RM90 annual road tax.
- Eight-speed Aisin automatic and 8.8-second 0-100 km/h claim.
- Built-in navigation and 200,000-km manufacturer warranty.
- 215 hp and 300 Nm trail the T2's 241 hp and 375 Nm.
- Front-wheel drive versus the T2's all-wheel drive.
- Smaller 536-litre boot and 52-litre fuel tank.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM156,800 | RM146,055✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-Valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 241 hp✓ | 215 hp |
| Torque | 375 Nm✓ | 300 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.8 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,785 mm | 4,687 mm |
| Width | 2,006 mm | 1,859 mm |
| Height | 1,880 mm | 1,510 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,787 mm |
| Weight | 1,880 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 52 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres✓ | 536 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/60R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/60R19 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Giti 4x4 AT71 | Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 18" Granite Grey Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three Point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation Function | Driver Powered Seat, Manual 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 AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear 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 | 10" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 200,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine 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.
Used T2 & 408 for sale
T2 vs 408 FAQ
Is the Jetour T2 or Peugeot 408 better?
The Jetour T2 is better for outright output, all-wheel drive, luggage capacity and equipment. The Peugeot 408 is better for lower upfront cost, much lower road tax and a longer 200,000-km manufacturer warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour T2 costs RM156,800 and the Peugeot 408 costs RM146,055, so the T2 is RM10,745 more expensive.
Which has the longer warranty?
Both have a seven-year manufacturer warranty, but the Peugeot 408 covers 200,000 km versus 150,000 km for the Jetour T2. The T2 also has a separate 10-year, 1,000,000-km engine warranty.