Jetour T2 vs Toyota Corolla
Verdict
At RM156,800, the Jetour T2 asks RM12,000 more than the RM144,800 Toyota Corolla, and it spends that gap on scale and hardware: 241 hp/375 Nm, AWD, 580 litres of boot space and a 70-litre tank. The Toyota Corolla is the lighter, lower-cost sedan, with 137 hp/172 Nm, front-wheel drive, a 50-litre tank and RM279 annual road tax. It also has 5-star Euro NCAP, ANCAP and ASEAN NCAP ratings, which the Jetour T2 does not list here.
Pick the Jetour T2 if you want the bigger, stronger C-segment choice, with AWD, a larger boot and far more torque.
Pick the Toyota Corolla if you want the cheaper, lighter sedan with lower road tax, full-size spare wheel and listed 5-star safety ratings.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour T2 RM156,800; Toyota Corolla RM144,800
- Power and torque: Jetour T2 241 hp/375 Nm; Toyota Corolla 137 hp/172 Nm
- Drivetrain: Jetour T2 AWD; Toyota Corolla front-wheel drive
- Size: Jetour T2 4,785/2,006/1,880 mm; Toyota Corolla 4,630/1,780/1,435 mm
- Boot and fuel tank: Jetour T2 580 litres/70 litres; Toyota Corolla 470 litres/50 litres
- Road tax: Jetour T2 RM439 a year; Toyota Corolla RM279 a year
T2
- Much stronger 2.0-litre turbo engine with 241 hp and 375 Nm
- AWD versus the Toyota Corolla's front-wheel drive
- Bigger cabin footprint and 580-litre boot
- Costs RM12,000 more to buy
- Higher RM439 annual road tax
- No listed Euro NCAP, ANCAP or ASEAN NCAP rating
Corolla
- Cheaper to buy and cheaper to tax yearly
- 5-star Euro NCAP, ANCAP and ASEAN NCAP ratings listed
- Full-size 17-inch alloy spare wheel
- Far less power and torque at 137 hp and 172 Nm
- Smaller 470-litre boot
- Front-wheel drive only
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 156,800 | RM 144,800✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,798 cc |
| Horsepower | 241 hp✓ | 137 hp |
| Torque | 375 Nm✓ | 172 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 7 Speed Sequential Shiftmatic CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,785 mm | 4,630 mm |
| Width | 2,006 mm | 1,780 mm |
| Height | 1,880 mm | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,880 kg | 1,365 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres✓ | 470 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/60R19 | 225/45R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/60R19 | 225/45R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Giti 4x4 AT71 | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx 050 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 17" 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) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 for Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| 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 | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front |
| 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 | 9.0" Infotainment Touchscreen with 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 Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Steering Assist and Stop and Go |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 439 | RM 279✓ |
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 Corolla FAQ
Is the Jetour T2 or Toyota Corolla better?
For space, punch and AWD, the Jetour T2 is the better pick. For lower cost, listed 5-star safety ratings and sedan simplicity, the Toyota Corolla makes more sense.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour T2 costs RM156,800, while the Toyota Corolla costs RM144,800. That makes the Jetour T2 RM12,000 more expensive.
Which one has more boot space?
The Jetour T2 has the larger boot at 580 litres. The Toyota Corolla has 470 litres, so the Jetour gives you an extra 110 litres.