Verdict
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 is the sharper buy for most Malaysian families: it costs RM8,800 less at RM108,000 and brings a 480-litre boot, 102 litres more than the Chery O5. Its 13.2-inch portrait screen and navigation also suit daily use. The O5 fights back with 230 Nm against the J5’s 210 Nm, a six-speed wet DCT, ventilated power front seats and four front parking sensors. Pick it if those driving and convenience gains matter more than load space and cash.
Pick the Chery O5 if you want 230 Nm, a six-speed wet DCT, ventilated front seats and denser front parking coverage.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 if you want to save RM8,800 and carry more in its 480-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Chery O5 RM116,800; Omoda Jaecoo J5 RM108,000.
- Torque: Chery O5 230 Nm; Omoda Jaecoo J5 210 Nm.
- Boot space: Chery O5 378 litres; Omoda Jaecoo J5 480 litres.
- Dimensions: Chery O5 4,400 mm long, 1,830 mm wide and 1,588 mm tall; Omoda Jaecoo J5 4,380 mm long, 1,860 mm wide and 1,650 mm tall.
- Front parking sensors: Chery O5 four; Omoda Jaecoo J5 two.
- Front tyres: Chery O5 215/55R18; Omoda Jaecoo J5 235/55R18.
O5
- 20 Nm more torque at 230 Nm.
- Six-speed wet dual-clutch automatic with Tiptronic.
- Ventilated power front seats and four front parking sensors.
- Costs RM8,800 more.
- 378-litre boot is 102 litres smaller.
- No built-in navigation listed, while the J5 has it.
J5
- RM108,000 entry price.
- 480-litre boot.
- 13.2-inch portrait touchscreen, navigation and panoramic sunroof.
- 210 Nm is 20 Nm down on the O5.
- Only two front parking sensors versus the O5’s four.
- No front foglamps or ventilated front seats listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM116,800 | RM108,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp | 145 hp |
| Torque | 230 Nm✓ | 210 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed DCT | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 10.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 175 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,400 mm | 4,380 mm |
| Width | 1,830 mm | 1,860 mm |
| Height | 1,588 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | 1,434 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 378 litres | 480 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R18 | 235/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Giti GitiComfort F50 | Chao Yang Aggressor ZS03+ M+S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags |
| 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 two outer middle row passenger seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Automatic LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way Power Adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats |
| 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 Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide, Manual Sunshade | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front USB, 1 Front USB-C, 1 Front 15W Wireless Charger, 1 Front 12V Socket, 1 Rear USB, 1 Boot 12V Socket | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade |
| Audio | 10.25" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 13.2-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Karaoke Functionality |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
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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O5 vs J5 FAQ
Is the Chery O5 or Omoda Jaecoo J5 better?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 is the better buy for space and price, with a 480-litre boot and RM8,800 saving. Choose the Chery O5 for its 230 Nm output, six-speed wet DCT, ventilated seats and four front parking sensors.
What is the price difference?
The Chery O5 costs RM116,800 and the Omoda Jaecoo J5 costs RM108,000, so the O5 is RM8,800 more expensive.
Which has the bigger boot?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 has the larger boot at 480 litres. The Chery O5 has 378 litres, leaving the J5 with a 102-litre advantage.
