Verdict
The Omoda Jaecoo J7 PHEV costs RM158,800 against RM148,800 for the Omoda Jaecoo J7 AWD, and the RM10,000 gap buys an 18.3 kWh battery, 88 km EV range, 6.6 kW AC and 40 kW DC charging, plus a 201 hp/310 Nm motor. It is also quicker to 100 km/h at 8.5 seconds versus 9.9 seconds and adds a driver’s knee airbag. Pick the AWD only if all-wheel drive and a full-size spare matter more than plugging in; both retain the same 412-litre boot and extensive cabin kit.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J7 AWD if you need all-wheel drive, a full-size spare tyre and 7-speed manual-shift control.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J7 PHEV if you can charge regularly and want 88 km of EV range, faster acceleration and an extra airbag for RM10,000 more.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J7 AWD RM148,800; Omoda Jaecoo J7 PHEV RM158,800.
- Driveline: Omoda Jaecoo J7 AWD all-wheel drive; Omoda Jaecoo J7 PHEV front-wheel drive.
- 0-100 km/h: Omoda Jaecoo J7 AWD 9.9 seconds; Omoda Jaecoo J7 PHEV 8.5 seconds.
- Electrification: Omoda Jaecoo J7 AWD has no motor or battery; Omoda Jaecoo J7 PHEV has a 201 hp/310 Nm motor and 18.3 kWh battery.
- Charging and EV range: Omoda Jaecoo J7 AWD has none; Omoda Jaecoo J7 PHEV gets 88 km, 6.6 kW AC and 40 kW DC charging.
- Airbags: Omoda Jaecoo J7 AWD has 7; Omoda Jaecoo J7 PHEV has 8, including a driver’s knee airbag.
AWD
- All-wheel drive.
- Full-size spare tyre.
- 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox with Tiptronic control.
- 9.9-second 0-100 km/h time is 1.4 seconds slower.
- No EV driving, battery, AC/DC charging or V2L.
- One fewer airbag than the PHEV.
PHEV
- 88 km EV range from an 18.3 kWh battery.
- 8.5-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- Eight airbags and 3.3 kW V2L.
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive.
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare.
- No Tiptronic function.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM148,800✓ | RM158,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-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 with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing with Plug-in Hybrid Assistance |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 194 hp✓ | 141 hp at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 290 Nm✓ | 215 Nm at 1,750 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol Plug-in Hybrid |
| Bore × Stroke | 77 mm × 85.8 mm | 77 mm × 80.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.9 | 9.5 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 310 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 18.3 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 88 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 6.6 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 40 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Dual-clutch Gearbox | DHT |
| Gears | 7 | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,500 mm | 4,500 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,672 mm | 2,672 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,795 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 51 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 412 litres | 412 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 | Kumho Ecsta PS71 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Aero Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 19" Aero Alloys |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag) | 8 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Electronic 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 | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 60:40 Split-fold |
| 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 Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear, 2 Wireless Chargers | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear, 2 Wireless Chargers |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade |
| Audio | 14.8-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Sony Sound System, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 14.8-inch Portrait Touchscreen with Sony Sound System, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| 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 Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| 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 | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| 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 | — | 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.
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AWD vs PHEV FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J7 AWD or Omoda Jaecoo J7 PHEV better?
The Omoda Jaecoo J7 PHEV is the better buy for owners able to charge, because RM10,000 adds 88 km EV range, 8.5-second acceleration and an eighth airbag. Choose the AWD for all-wheel drive and its full-size spare tyre.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J7 PHEV costs RM10,000 more than the Omoda Jaecoo J7 AWD: RM158,800 versus RM148,800.
Can the Omoda Jaecoo J7 PHEV be charged on DC power?
Yes. The Omoda Jaecoo J7 PHEV supports AC charging at up to 6.6 kW and DC charging at up to 40 kW, while its 18.3 kWh battery is rated for 88 km of EV range.
