Verdict
The Jetour VT9 costs RM46,010 less, yet still brings seven seats, a 1.5-litre turbo making 154 hp and 230 Nm, a 360-degree camera and a seven-year/150,000 km warranty. The Mazda CX-8 answers with 192 hp, 258 Nm, a 2,930 mm wheelbase and a far more useful 209-litre boot versus 89 litres. It also has curtain airbags, more flexible rear seating and dual-zone front air-con. But its RM830 annual road tax is RM710 higher than the Jetour’s RM120, so the VT9 is the rational budget-family pick.
Pick the Jetour VT9 if you want the RM46,010 saving, a 360-degree camera and longer seven-year/150,000 km warranty cover.
Pick the Mazda CX-8 if you need its 209-litre boot, 192 hp engine, curtain airbags and more adaptable second- and third-row seats.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour VT9 RM119,350; Mazda CX-8 RM165,360.
- Output: Jetour VT9 154 hp and 230 Nm; Mazda CX-8 192 hp and 258 Nm.
- Boot space: Jetour VT9 89 litres; Mazda CX-8 209 litres.
- Wheelbase: Jetour VT9 2,720 mm; Mazda CX-8 2,930 mm.
- Warranty: Jetour VT9 seven years/150,000 km; Mazda CX-8 five years/100,000 km.
- Annual road tax: Jetour VT9 RM120; Mazda CX-8 RM830.
VT9
- RM46,010 lower purchase price
- 360-degree surround-view camera
- Seven-year/150,000 km warranty
- 154 hp and 230 Nm trail the Mazda’s 192 hp and 258 Nm
- 89-litre boot is 120 litres smaller
- No front or rear curtain airbags
CX-8
- 209-litre boot and sliding, reclining second row
- 192 hp, 258 Nm 2.5-litre engine
- Front and rear curtain airbags plus front parking sensors
- RM46,010 more expensive
- RM830 annual road tax versus RM120
- Five-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM119,350✓ | RM165,360 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | 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 | 1,498 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 154 hp | 192 hp✓ |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 258 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | SkyActiv-Drive 6-speed Automatic with Manual Shift Mode |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 7.9 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,724 mm | 4,900 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,930 mm |
| Weight | 1,551 kg | 1,781 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 57 litres | 72 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 89 litres | 209 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 225/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 225/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Sailun Terramax SV301 | 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 | 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 | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for Outer Two Middle Row Seats | Available on 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| 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 Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | 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 | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-A Front, 2 USB-A 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 |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4 Speakers | 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 | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 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.
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VT9 vs CX-8 FAQ
Is the Jetour VT9 or Mazda CX-8 better?
The Mazda CX-8 is better for carrying people and luggage, with a 209-litre boot, flexible rear seats, 192 hp and curtain airbags. The Jetour VT9 is better value if its RM46,010 lower price, 360-degree camera and longer warranty matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda CX-8 costs RM46,010 more than the Jetour VT9: RM165,360 against RM119,350.
Which has more luggage space?
The Mazda CX-8 has 209 litres of boot space, compared with 89 litres in the Jetour VT9. That is a 120-litre advantage for the Mazda.