Verdict
At RM159,800, the seven-seat Tiggo 8 undercuts the RM178,800 J8 by RM19,000, and its 18.3 kWh battery brings a claimed 90 km EV range, 40 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L. That is meaningful daily-use flexibility, while annual road tax is RM120 against RM439. The J8 fights back with a larger 2.0 litre turbo making 246 hp and 385 Nm, plus a longer 2,820 mm wheelbase, 20-inch wheels and more parking hardware. Pick by need: Tiggo 8 for people-moving and plug-in capability; J8 for its five-seat, more powerful petrol format.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 8 if you need seven seats and can make use of its 90 km EV range, 40 kW DC charging and lower RM120 annual road tax.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if five seats are enough and you want the 246 hp, 385 Nm 2.0 litre turbo petrol powertrain, larger cabin footprint and extra parking aids.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 8 RM159,800; Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM178,800.
- Powertrain: Tiggo 8 has a 1.5 litre PHEV with one 201 hp, 310 Nm motor; J8 has a 2.0 litre petrol turbo with 246 hp and 385 Nm.
- Electric capability: Tiggo 8 has an 18.3 kWh battery, 90 km EV range and 40 kW DC charging; J8 has no battery, EV range or charging provision.
- Seating: Tiggo 8 has seven seats; J8 has five seats.
- Dimensions: Tiggo 8 is 4,725 mm long with a 2,710 mm wheelbase; J8 is 4,820 mm long with a 2,820 mm wheelbase.
- Safety: Tiggo 8 has eight airbags; J8 has six airbags.
Tiggo 8
- RM19,000 cheaper with RM120 annual road tax.
- Seven seats and 50:50 split-folding third row.
- 90 km EV range, 40 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L.
- Smaller 193-litre boot versus the J8's 200 litres.
- No panoramic sunroof, head-up display or auto parking.
- Four parking sensors front and rear versus six at each end on the J8.
J8
- 246 hp and 385 Nm from its 2.0 litre turbo petrol engine.
- 110 mm longer wheelbase and 20-inch wheels.
- Panoramic sunroof, head-up display and auto parking.
- Costs RM19,000 more and annual road tax is RM439 versus RM120.
- Only five seats versus the Tiggo 8's seven.
- Six airbags versus eight, and no EV driving, DC charging or V2L capability.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM159,800✓ | RM178,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM439 |
| 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 | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp at 5,500 rpm | 246 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 215 Nm at 1,750 rpm | 385 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 80.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| 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 | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | DHT | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,725 mm | 4,820 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,705 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,710 mm | 2,820 mm |
| Weight | 1,916 kg | 1,892 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 60 litres | 65 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 193 litres | 200 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 245/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 245/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Continental PremiumContact C | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, Curtain Airbags) | 6 (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 | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer middle row passenger seats | Available For Second Row 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 6-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with 4-way Power Adjustable Passenger Seat, Ventilated Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row | 60:40 Split-folding and Reclining |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Second Row | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 10-speaker Sony Sound System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 12-Speaker Sony Sound System |
| 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 |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| 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 8 vs J8 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 8 or Omoda Jaecoo J8 better?
The Tiggo 8 is the better fit for seven-seat use and short electric commutes, with 90 km EV range. The J8 suits buyers who prioritise its 246 hp, 385 Nm petrol engine, 2,820 mm wheelbase and extra convenience equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J8 costs RM19,000 more: RM178,800 versus RM159,800 for the Chery Tiggo 8. Its annual road tax is also RM439, compared with RM120 for the Tiggo 8.
Which one is better for carrying more passengers?
The Chery Tiggo 8 is the clear choice because it has seven seats, including a 50:50 split-folding third row. The Omoda Jaecoo J8 has five seats, although its boot is slightly larger at 200 litres against 193 litres.
