Verdict
At RM166,800, the seven-seat Chery Tiggo 9 undercuts the five-seat Omoda Jaecoo J8 by RM12,000 while bringing AWD, 251 hp and 390 Nm. It is also quicker to 100 km/h at 8.0 seconds versus 9.0 seconds, and its 448-2,065-litre boot is in another class beside the J8’s 200 litres. The J8 is marginally longer and wider, has an eight-speed automatic and adds navigation plus paddle shifts. For Malaysian families carrying more than five people or bulky luggage, the Tiggo 9 is the clearer fit.
Pick the Chery Tiggo 9 if you need seven seats, AWD and a 448-2,065-litre luggage area for RM12,000 less.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if five seats are enough and you specifically want navigation, paddle shifts and an eight-speed conventional automatic.
Key differences
- Price: Chery Tiggo 9 RM166,800; Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM178,800.
- Seating and boot space: Chery Tiggo 9 7 seats and 448-2,065 litres; Omoda Jaecoo J8 5 seats and 200 litres.
- Output and acceleration: Chery Tiggo 9 251 hp, 390 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 8.0 seconds; Omoda Jaecoo J8 246 hp, 385 Nm and 9.0 seconds.
- Drivetrain and gearbox: Chery Tiggo 9 AWD with a 7-speed wet DCT; Omoda Jaecoo J8 FWD with an 8-speed conventional automatic.
- Dimensions: Chery Tiggo 9 4,810 mm long, 1,925 mm wide and 1,741 mm tall; Omoda Jaecoo J8 4,820 mm long, 1,930 mm wide and 1,699 mm tall.
- Infotainment: Chery Tiggo 9 gets a 15.6-inch screen and 14-speaker Sony audio; Omoda Jaecoo J8 gets a 12.3-inch screen and 12-speaker Sony audio.
Tiggo 9
- Seven seats and a 448-2,065-litre boot.
- AWD, 251 hp and 390 Nm.
- 15.6-inch touchscreen, 14-speaker Sony audio and front-seat massage.
- No built-in navigation, where the Omoda Jaecoo J8 has it.
- No paddle shifts, which the Omoda Jaecoo J8 includes.
J8
- Eight-speed conventional automatic and paddle shifts.
- Built-in navigation.
- Marginally longer 4,820 mm body and 2,820 mm wheelbase.
- RM12,000 more expensive.
- Five seats and a 200-litre boot versus the Tiggo 9’s seven seats and 448-2,065 litres.
- FWD, 246 hp and 385 Nm; the Tiggo 9 has AWD, 251 hp and 390 Nm.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM166,800✓ | RM178,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM439 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 251 hp✓ | 246 hp |
| Torque | 390 Nm✓ | 385 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed DCT | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 8 seconds✓ | 9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 8.3 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h✓ | 200 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,810 mm | 4,820 mm |
| Width | 1,925 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,741 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,820 mm |
| Weight | 1,887 kg | 1,892 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 65 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 448-2065 litres✓ | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 245/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 245/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho Ecsta PS71 | 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 | 20" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Rear Side, Front Center Airbag, Driver's Knee Airbag, Curtain Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic 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, third row seats | Available For Second Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | 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 | Powered Front Seats, Driver Side Memory with Heating, Ventilation & Massaging | 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 | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents with Heating & Ventilation | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | 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 Roof Shade, Manual Rear Window Shades | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 14-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 Push Button | 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 | Powered Boot with Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | 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 | 10-year or one million km warranty for the engine | — |
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 9 vs J8 FAQ
Is the Chery Tiggo 9 or Omoda Jaecoo J8 better?
The Chery Tiggo 9 is the better choice for most families: it costs less, has seven seats, much more luggage capacity, AWD and quicker 0-100 km/h acceleration. Choose the Omoda Jaecoo J8 only if its navigation, paddle shifts and eight-speed automatic matter more than space.
What is the price difference?
The Chery Tiggo 9 costs RM166,800 and the Omoda Jaecoo J8 costs RM178,800, so the J8 is RM12,000 more expensive.
Which has more luggage space?
The Chery Tiggo 9 has the larger boot by a wide margin: 448 litres to 2,065 litres depending on seat configuration, against 200 litres in the Omoda Jaecoo J8.
