Verdict
At RM108,000, the Omoda Jaecoo J5 costs RM3,532 more than the MG S5, yet its case is cabin and carrying convenience: a 480-litre boot, powered front seats, dual-zone climate control and panoramic sunroof. The MG counters with a 168-hp, 250-Nm rear motor, reaching 100 km/h in 7.0 seconds versus 10.2 seconds, plus 340 km of EV range from its 49-kWh battery. For a Malaysian buyer with charging sorted, the MG is the sharper drivetrain choice; the J5 suits those who want petrol refuelling and more standard comfort kit.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 if you want the larger 480-litre boot, powered front seats, dual-zone air-con and a panoramic sunroof.
Pick the MG S5 if you can charge an EV and want 340 km of range, 7.0-second 0-100 km/h pace and rear-wheel drive.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J5 RM108,000; MG S5 RM104,468.
- Powertrain: Omoda Jaecoo J5 145 hp and 210 Nm 1.5-litre turbo petrol; MG S5 168-hp and 250-Nm electric motor.
- 0-100 km/h: Omoda Jaecoo J5 10.2 seconds; MG S5 7.0 seconds.
- Energy storage/range: Omoda Jaecoo J5 petrol tank not stated; MG S5 49-kWh battery and 340 km EV range.
- Wheelbase/boot: Omoda Jaecoo J5 2,620 mm and 480 litres; MG S5 2,730 mm and 453 litres.
- Safety: Omoda Jaecoo J5 six airbags; MG S5 seven airbags.
J5
- 480-litre boot, versus 453 litres in the MG S5.
- Powered driver and front passenger seats, dual-zone climate control and panoramic sunroof.
- 18-inch alloy wheels and a space-saver spare tyre.
- Slower 10.2-second 0-100 km/h time versus 7.0 seconds.
- Six airbags versus the MG S5's seven.
- No EV range, DC charging or 2.5-kW V2L function.
S5
- 168 hp and 250 Nm, with a 7.0-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 49-kWh battery, 340 km range, 120-kW DC charging and 2.5-kW V2L.
- Seven airbags and a 2,730-mm wheelbase.
- 453-litre boot is 27 litres smaller than the Omoda Jaecoo J5's.
- Manual fabric front seats and single-zone climate control.
- No panoramic sunroof, powered boot or front parking sensors.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM108,000 | RM104,468✓ |
| 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 direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 145 hp at 5,500 rpm | — |
| Torque | 210 Nm at 1,750 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 168 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 250 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 49 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 340 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 120 kW |
| V2L | — | 2.5 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.2 seconds | 7.0 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,476 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,849 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,621 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,730 mm |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres✓ | 453 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R18 | 215/60R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Aggressor ZS03+ M+S | Bridgestone Turanza T005 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Black Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 17" Black Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee 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 on outer two rear seats | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats | Fabric; Six-way Manual Driver Seat, Four-way Manual Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 1 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 13.2-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Karaoke Functionality | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | 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 | — | Battery pack 8-yr/180,000 km; motor control unit 8-yr/160,000 km |
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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J5 vs S5 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 or MG S5 better?
The MG S5 is the better pick for EV buyers who can charge, with 340 km range, 120-kW DC charging and a 7.0-second sprint. Choose the Omoda Jaecoo J5 for its bigger boot and substantially richer comfort equipment.
What is the price difference?
The MG S5 costs RM3,532 less than the Omoda Jaecoo J5.
Which is quicker, the Omoda Jaecoo J5 or MG S5?
The MG S5 is much quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 7.0 seconds. The Omoda Jaecoo J5 takes 10.2 seconds, a 3.2-second gap.
