Overview
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 is a five-seat B-segment SUV for buyers who want a compact petrol crossover with front-wheel drive and a CVT automatic. The Mk1 launches in 2026 in a single 2WD form, priced from RM108,000, with a 1.5-litre petrol engine rated at 145 hp.
J5 in 2026 — what's new
The Mk1 J5 arrives in 2026 with the petrol 2WD as its core Malaysian offering. The latest addition is the locally assembled J5 EV, launched in September 2026 at RM118,800. It uses a 211 PS electric motor and has a claimed 402 km WLTP range, while the petrol J5 continues with its 1.5-litre front-wheel-drive CVT layout.
Variant (1)
RM108,000 · est. from RM1,105/mo
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 145 hp
- Torque
- 210 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,498 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 10.2 seconds
- Transmission
- CVT Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 480 litres
- Airbags
- Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags
Colours
across the range — availability varies by variant
- Canyon Black Metallic
- Glacier Blue Metallic
- Snowy White Metallic
- Zircon Grey Metallic
Omoda Jaecoo J5 buyer's guides & reviews
Verdict
The J5 takes a simple route: a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and CVT, with tested performance of 0-100 km/h in 10.2 seconds and a 175 km/h top speed. Its RM108,000 price is only RM80 above the Mazda CX-3, RM1,980 below the Mitsubishi Xforce and RM3,532 above the MG S5. That puts it squarely among established B-SUV price points, so the equipment list matters greatly to the buying case.
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Omoda Jaecoo J5 sales in Malaysia
3,479 registered so far in 2026 — Malaysia's #30 best-selling model this year. 617 were registered in Aug 2026, the latest month on record.
Full J5 sales data, month by month →Rivals to consider
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Omoda Jaecoo J5 FAQ
How much is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 in Malaysia?
The petrol Omoda Jaecoo J5 2WD costs RM108,000 in Malaysia. The J5 EV costs RM118,800.
What do you get in the Omoda Jaecoo J5?
The petrol J5 has a 1,498 cc 145 hp engine, front-wheel drive, CVT automatic transmission and five seats. It is sold in a single 2WD specification.
How quick is the Omoda Jaecoo J5?
The petrol J5 completes 0-100 km/h in 10.2 seconds and reaches a 175 km/h top speed.
How does the J5 price compare with B-segment SUV rivals?
At RM108,000, the J5 is RM80 above the Mazda CX-3, RM1,980 below the Mitsubishi Xforce and RM3,532 above the MG S5.
