Overview
The Omoda Jaecoo J8 is a CKD D-segment petrol SUV launched in Malaysia in 2025, priced from RM178,800. It suits buyers looking beyond the C-segment for a larger Jaecoo with a 2.0-litre turbo engine, conventional automatic gearbox and either a five-seat front-wheel-drive or six-seat all-wheel-drive layout.
J8 in 2026 — what's new
For 2026, the Malaysian J8 range carries on unchanged: FWD five-seater and AWD six-seater, both with a 1,998 cc petrol engine rated at 246 hp and a conventional automatic gearbox. The 2026 news is overseas-led. China has shown a facelifted J8/Tiggo 9 with a massive touchscreen, while a J8 PHEV has also been displayed, but neither is a Malaysian range update.
Variants (2)
RM178,800–RM198,800 · est. from RM1,825/mo
Which variant to buy
Most buyers should pick the FWD at RM178,800. It uses the same 1,998 cc petrol engine, 246 hp output and conventional automatic gearbox as the AWD, so the RM20,000 gap is not buying extra power. Pay RM198,800 for the AWD if you specifically want all-wheel drive or the six-seat cabin; otherwise the five-seat FWD is the simpler buy.
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 246 hp
- Torque
- 385 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,998 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 9 seconds
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- Front Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 200 litres
- Airbags
- Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags
Key specs
- Horsepower
- 246 hp
- Torque
- 385 Nm
- Capacity
- 1,998 cc
- 0-100 km/h
- 9 seconds
- Transmission
- Conventional Automatic
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 6
- Boot Space
- 200 litres
- Airbags
- Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag
Colours
across the range — availability varies by variant
- Carbon Crystal Black Metallic
- Khaki White Metallic
- Olive Grey Metallic
Omoda Jaecoo J8 buyer's guides & reviews
Verdict
The J8 makes most sense as a larger petrol Jaecoo for buyers who want a D-segment SUV and can use its unusual split between five-seat FWD and six-seat AWD. Be clear on price: it costs more than the Proton X90, Jetour VT9, Leapmotor C10, Chery Tiggo 9, Omoda Jaecoo C9 and Mazda CX-8 entry prices. The case here is specification fit, not bargain hunting.
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Omoda Jaecoo J8 sales in Malaysia
340 registered so far in 2026 — Malaysia's #87 best-selling model this year.
Full J8 sales data, month by month →Rivals to consider
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Omoda Jaecoo J8 FAQ
How much is the Omoda Jaecoo J8 in Malaysia?
Prices are RM178,800 for the FWD five-seater and RM198,800 for the AWD six-seater. Both use a 1,998 cc petrol engine with 246 hp and a conventional automatic gearbox.
Which Omoda Jaecoo J8 variant should I buy?
Buy the FWD unless you need all-wheel drive or six seats. The AWD costs RM20,000 more but has the same 1,998 cc petrol engine, 246 hp output and conventional automatic gearbox.
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J8 a five-seater or six-seater?
Both exist. The FWD is a five-seater, while the AWD is a six-seater. The seating layout is the clearest practical difference between the two Malaysian variants.
Is there a 2026 Omoda Jaecoo J8 facelift in Malaysia?
The Malaysian range remains the 2.0T petrol FWD/AWD line-up. The 2026 facelift and J8 PHEV are China/display news, not a local replacement for the 2025-launched CKD model.
