Verdict
At RM179,888 against RM178,800, the Hyundai Staria and Omoda Jaecoo J8 are separated by just RM1,088, but they serve very different Malaysian households. The Staria’s 10 seats, 430-litre boot and 431 Nm from 1,500 rpm suit large-family or people-moving duties. The J8 is the faster five-seat choice, with 246 hp, a 9.0-second 0-100 km/h time and 200 km/h top speed. It also brings autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control that the Staria lacks.
Pick the Hyundai Staria if you need 10 seats, a 430-litre boot and diesel torque for carrying a full family.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if you want quicker performance and a far fuller driver-assistance and cabin equipment list in a five-seat SUV.
Key differences
- Seats: Hyundai Staria 10; Omoda Jaecoo J8 5.
- Power and torque: Hyundai Staria 175 hp and 431 Nm; Omoda Jaecoo J8 246 hp and 385 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h and top speed: Hyundai Staria 12.4 seconds and 185 km/h; Omoda Jaecoo J8 9.0 seconds and 200 km/h.
- Length and wheelbase: Hyundai Staria 5,253 mm and 3,273 mm; Omoda Jaecoo J8 4,820 mm and 2,820 mm.
- Boot space and fuel tank: Hyundai Staria 430 litres and 75 litres; Omoda Jaecoo J8 200 litres and 65 litres.
- Parking sensors: Hyundai Staria four front and four rear; Omoda Jaecoo J8 six front and six rear.
Staria
- 10 seats with 10 three-point seat belts.
- 430-litre boot and 75-litre fuel tank.
- 431 Nm available from 1,500 rpm.
- 175 hp and a 12.4-second 0-100 km/h time trail the J8’s 246 hp and 9.0 seconds.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or collision warning.
- Manual front seats and manual air-con versus powered front seats and dual-zone automatic climate control.
J8
- 246 hp, 9.0-second 0-100 km/h performance and 200 km/h top speed.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, collision warning and adaptive cruise control.
- 12.3-inch touchscreen, 12-speaker Sony audio and 360-degree camera.
- Five seats versus the Staria’s 10.
- 200-litre boot versus the Staria’s 430 litres.
- 385 Nm and a 65-litre tank trail the Staria’s 431 Nm and 75 litres.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM179,888 | RM178,800✓ |
| Body type | MPV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM599 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Common-rail Direct Injection and Variable Geometry Turbocharger | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 2,199 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 175 hp at 3,800 rpm | 246 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 431 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ | 385 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 85.4 mm × 96 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 16 | 9.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Hyundai | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 12.4 seconds | 9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,253 mm | 4,820 mm |
| Width | 1,997 mm | 1,930 mm |
| Height | 1,990 mm | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,273 mm | 2,820 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,892 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 65 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 10 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 430 litres✓ | 200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/65R17 | 245/50R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/65R17 | 245/50R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full Size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Kumho PorTran KC53 | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Korea (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Sliding Doors | Electronic for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 10 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Second Row Passenger Seats | Available For Second Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Rear Occupant Alert | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding, Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row, Two Flat-folding, Sliding and Reclining 3rd Row Captain Chairs, 60:40 Split-folding 3rd Row | 60:40 Split-folding and Reclining |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Ceiling-mounted Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Second-row USB, 1 Third-row USB, 2 Last-row USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 4 Last Row | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades |
| Audio | 8" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Wireless Android Auto and 4 Speakers | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 12-Speaker Sony Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Front Windows, Auto Up and Down, Manual Slide Rear Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Entry | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive 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 | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 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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Staria vs J8 FAQ
Is the Hyundai Staria or Omoda Jaecoo J8 better?
The Staria is better for transporting up to 10 people and carrying more luggage. The J8 is better for a five-seat buyer wanting stronger acceleration, more power and active safety systems including autonomous braking and blind-spot monitoring.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J8 costs RM1,088 less than the Hyundai Staria. This is a very small gap, so seating needs and equipment matter far more than the purchase-price difference.
Which has more luggage space and seats?
The Hyundai Staria has 10 seats and a 430-litre boot, against five seats and 200 litres in the Omoda Jaecoo J8. It is the clear choice for large families or regular passenger-carrying duties.
