Verdict
At RM108,000, the Omoda Jaecoo J5 costs RM8,100 more, but its turbo 1.5 litre produces 145 hp and 210 Nm, a useful 40 hp and 72 Nm over the Toyota Yaris Cross. The J5 also brings a multi-link rear suspension, autonomous braking, 480-litre boot and seven-year/150,000-km warranty. The Yaris Cross is the cheaper choice at RM99,900, with the same 2,620-mm wheelbase and a near-identical 471-litre boot, but its 105 hp naturally aspirated motor and torsion-beam rear suspension leave it less well specified on paper.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J5 if you will pay RM8,100 more for 145 hp, 210 Nm, autonomous braking and a seven-year/150,000-km warranty.
Pick the Toyota Yaris Cross if keeping the upfront price to RM99,900 matters more than the J5’s extra power and equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J5 RM108,000; Toyota Yaris Cross RM99,900.
- Output: Omoda Jaecoo J5 145 hp and 210 Nm; Toyota Yaris Cross 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- Rear suspension: Omoda Jaecoo J5 multi-link; Toyota Yaris Cross torsion beam.
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo J5 480 litres; Toyota Yaris Cross 471 litres.
- Warranty: Omoda Jaecoo J5 seven years/150,000 km; Toyota Yaris Cross five years/unlimited mileage.
- Front seats: Omoda Jaecoo J5 has powered driver and passenger seats; Toyota Yaris Cross has an eight-way powered driver’s seat and manual passenger seat.
J5
- 145 hp and 210 Nm turbocharged 1.5 litre motor
- Multi-link rear suspension and 480-litre boot
- Autonomous braking, panoramic sunroof and seven-year/150,000-km warranty
- RM8,100 more expensive
- No front foglamps
- No auto start/stop system
Yaris Cross
- RM99,900 entry price
- Unlimited-mileage five-year warranty
- Front foglamps and auto start/stop system
- 105 hp and 138 Nm trail the J5 by 40 hp and 72 Nm
- Torsion-beam rear suspension instead of multi-link
- No autonomous braking listed, and only two rear parking sensors
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM108,000 | RM99,900✓ |
| 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 | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 145 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Torque | 210 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.2 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width | 1,860 mm | 1,770 mm |
| Height | 1,650 mm | 1,655 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm | 2,620 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,150 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 42 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 480 litres✓ | 471 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R18 | 215/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R18 | 215/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Steel 195/65R16 Tyre |
| Factory Tyres | Chao Yang Aggressor ZS03+ M+S | Toyo Proxes R61 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 18" 2-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 1 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 13.2-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, Karaoke Functionality | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| 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 | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 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.
Used J5 & Yaris Cross for sale
J5 vs Yaris Cross FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J5 or Toyota Yaris Cross better?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 is the stronger buy on specification, with 145 hp, 210 Nm, a multi-link rear suspension, autonomous braking and a seven-year/150,000-km warranty. The Toyota Yaris Cross suits buyers prioritising its RM8,100 lower price and unlimited-mileage warranty.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 costs RM108,000 and the Toyota Yaris Cross costs RM99,900, so the J5 is RM8,100 dearer.
Which has more boot space?
The Omoda Jaecoo J5 has the larger boot at 480 litres, just 9 litres ahead of the Toyota Yaris Cross’s 471 litres.
