Verdict
At RM138,800, the Omoda Jaecoo J7 saves RM20,000 and RM275 a year in road tax, while bringing a 51-litre petrol tank, 412-litre boot and full-size spare tyre. The Zeekr X costs more, but its 335 hp/373 Nm rear motor cuts the 0-100 km/h time from 9.2 to 5.3 seconds. Its 66 kWh battery has a quoted 440 km range, plus 200 kW DC charging. The J7 is the more practical lower-cost purchase; the Zeekr is for buyers ready to move to an EV and who want much stronger performance.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J7 if RM20,000 savings, a full-size spare tyre, a slightly larger 412-litre boot and seven-year/150,000 km warranty matter more than EV performance.
Pick the Zeekr X if you want a 335 hp electric motor, 440 km quoted range, 200 kW DC charging and a 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J7 RM138,800; Zeekr X RM158,800.
- Powertrain: J7 194 hp/290 Nm 1.6-litre turbo petrol; X 335 hp/373 Nm single electric motor.
- 0-100 km/h: J7 9.2 seconds; X 5.3 seconds.
- Energy storage: J7 51-litre fuel tank; X 66 kWh battery with 440 km EV range.
- Dimensions: J7 is 4,500 mm long with a 2,672 mm wheelbase; X is 4,432 mm long with a 2,750 mm wheelbase.
- Warranty: J7 has seven years/150,000 km; X has five years/150,000 km, plus an eight-year/160,000 km battery warranty.
J7
- RM20,000 lower purchase price and RM120 annual road tax.
- 412-litre boot and full-size spare tyre.
- Seven-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- 9.2-second 0-100 km/h time versus the Zeekr X's 5.3 seconds.
- No auto parking; the Zeekr X has it.
- Four front and four rear parking sensors versus six at each end in the Zeekr X.
X
- 335 hp/373 Nm motor and 5.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- 66 kWh battery, 440 km quoted range and 200 kW DC charging.
- Ventilated memory front seats and auto parking.
- RM20,000 higher purchase price and RM395 annual road tax.
- 404-litre boot is 8 litres smaller, and it has a tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare.
- Five-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty is two years shorter than the J7's.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM138,800✓ | RM158,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM395 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 194 hp | — |
| Torque | 290 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 85.8 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.9 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 373 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 66 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 440 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Dual-clutch Gearbox | — |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.2 seconds | 5.3 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,432 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,566 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,672 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 412 litres✓ | 404 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R19 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Cooper Evolution CTT | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and 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 Projectors |
| 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 | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation Functions and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear, 2 Wireless Chargers | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 14.8-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Sony Sound System, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 13-speaker Yamaha 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 Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Powered Front Doors |
| 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✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery 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.
Used J7 & X for sale
J7 vs X FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J7 or Zeekr X better?
The Zeekr X is better for outright performance and EV use, with 335 hp, 440 km quoted range and 200 kW DC charging. The Omoda Jaecoo J7 is the better lower-cost choice, saving RM20,000 while offering more boot space and a full-size spare.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr X costs RM20,000 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J7. Its annual road tax is also RM395, compared with RM120 for the J7.
How far can the Zeekr X travel and how quickly can it charge?
The Zeekr X has a 66 kWh battery and a quoted EV range of 440 km. It accepts AC charging at up to 11 kW and DC charging at up to 200 kW, and has 3.3 kW vehicle-to-load capability.
