Verdict
The Chery Tiggo 7 costs RM129,400, RM9,400 less than the Omoda Jaecoo J7, yet brings an 18.3-kWh battery, 90 km EV range and 3.3-kW vehicle-to-load function. That is meaningful for Malaysians able to charge regularly, and its 475-litre boot also beats the J7’s 412 litres. The J7 answers with a much stronger 194-hp, 290-Nm 1.6-litre turbo petrol engine, 19-inch wheels and a full-size spare. Choose on your charging routine, not just the sticker gap.
Tiggo 7
Pick the Chery Tiggo 7 if you can exploit its 90 km electric range, want the larger 475-litre boot and prefer to save RM9,400.
J7
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J7 if you want its 194 hp and 290 Nm petrol engine, 19-inch wheels and a full-size spare tyre.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 7 RM129,400; Omoda Jaecoo J7 RM138,800
- Powertrain: Tiggo 7 has a 1.5-litre PHEV with one 201-hp/310-Nm motor; J7 has a 1.6-litre turbo petrol engine with no motor
- EV capability: Tiggo 7 has an 18.3-kWh battery and 90 km EV range; J7 has no battery or EV range
- Boot space: Tiggo 7 475 litres; J7 412 litres
- Wheels and spare: Tiggo 7 18-inch alloys with tyre repair kit; J7 19-inch alloys with full-size spare
- Engine output: Tiggo 7 139 hp and 215 Nm; J7 194 hp and 290 Nm
Tiggo 7
- 18.3-kWh battery with 90 km EV range
- 475-litre boot and 60-litre fuel tank
- Driver’s knee airbag and 3.3-kW V2L
- Lower engine output: 139 hp and 215 Nm versus 194 hp and 290 Nm
- 18-inch wheels and a tyre repair kit versus 19-inch wheels and a full-size spare
- One wireless charger versus two
J7
- 194 hp and 290 Nm from its 1.6-litre turbo petrol engine
- 19-inch alloys and a full-size spare tyre
- Navigation and two wireless chargers
- No electric-only range, battery or V2L function
- Smaller 412-litre boot versus 475 litres
- Smaller 51-litre fuel tank versus 60 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM129,400✓ | RM138,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp | 194 hp✓ |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 290 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 9.9 |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 18.3 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 90 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 6.6 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 40 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | DHT | 7-speed Dual-clutch Gearbox |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,553 mm | 4,500 mm |
| Width | 1,862 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,696 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,672 mm |
| Weight | 1,795 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 475 litres✓ | 412 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/60R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/60R18 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV | Cooper Evolution CTT |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Aero Alloy | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, Curtain Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag |
| 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 rear 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 Driver's Seat with Memory, 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat, Ventilated and Heated | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 1 Rear USB, 1 Wireless Charger | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear, 2 Wireless Chargers |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade |
| Audio | 12.3" Touchscreen Display, Sony Premium Audio with 8 Speakers, Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto | 14.8-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Sony Sound System, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation, with Proximity Sensor Auto Lock/Unlock | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| 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 | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years | 7 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km battery and drive unit warranty | — |
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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Tiggo 7 vs J7 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 7 or Omoda Jaecoo J7 better?
The Tiggo 7 is the better fit for regular charging, with 90 km EV range, V2L and a 475-litre boot. The J7 suits buyers who prioritise its stronger 194-hp, 290-Nm petrol engine, 19-inch wheels and full-size spare.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo 7 is RM129,400 and the Omoda Jaecoo J7 is RM138,800, so the J7 costs RM9,400 more.
Which SUV has the larger boot?
The Chery Tiggo 7 has the larger boot at 475 litres, 63 litres more than the Omoda Jaecoo J7’s 412 litres.
