Verdict
At RM178,800, the Omoda Jaecoo J8 costs RM43,000 less than the RM221,800 Toyota Camry, while its annual road tax is RM439 against RM867. The J8 brings 246 hp and 385 Nm, plus a panoramic sunroof, auto parking and 20-inch wheels, but its 200-litre boot is a serious limitation. The Camry is marginally quicker to 100 km/h at 8.9 seconds, has a 524-litre boot and seven airbags. For a Malaysian buyer carrying luggage regularly, that boot gap matters more than the J8’s extra torque.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo J8 if you want to save RM43,000 and prefer SUV height, 385 Nm of turbo torque, a panoramic sunroof and auto parking.
Pick the Toyota Camry if you need a 524-litre boot, seven airbags, a lighter 1,565-kg body and unlimited-mileage warranty coverage.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo J8 RM178,800; Toyota Camry RM221,800.
- Engine output: Omoda Jaecoo J8 246 hp and 385 Nm; Toyota Camry 201 hp and 246 Nm.
- Performance: Omoda Jaecoo J8 0-100 km/h in 9.0 seconds and 200 km/h; Toyota Camry 8.9 seconds and 210 km/h.
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo J8 200 litres; Toyota Camry 524 litres.
- Airbags: Omoda Jaecoo J8 six; Toyota Camry seven.
- Warranty: Omoda Jaecoo J8 seven years/150,000 km; Toyota Camry five years/unlimited mileage.
J8
- RM43,000 lower purchase price and RM428 lower annual road tax.
- 246 hp and 385 Nm from its 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Panoramic sunroof, auto parking and 12-speaker Sony audio.
- 200-litre boot is 324 litres smaller than the Camry's.
- Six airbags versus the Camry's seven.
- 9.0-second 0-100 km/h time is 0.1 seconds behind the Camry.
Camry
- 524-litre boot and 7 airbags.
- 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time and 210 km/h top speed.
- Unlimited-mileage five-year warranty and a lighter 1,565-kg kerb weight.
- Costs RM43,000 more upfront.
- Annual road tax is RM867 versus the J8's RM439.
- No sunroof or auto parking.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM178,800✓ | RM221,800 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM867 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with dual variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,487 cc |
| Horsepower | 246 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 201 hp at 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | 385 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 246 Nm at 4,200 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 87.5 mm × 103.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 14 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | Direct Shift 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9 seconds | 8.9 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,820 mm | 4,920 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,699 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,820 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | 1,892 kg | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 200 litres | 524 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 235/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | Space Saver |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Victra Sport 5 SUV | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and 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, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available For Second Row Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Bi-LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| 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 with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Ottoman Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding and Reclining | Fixed Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Second Row, 2 Third Row | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade, Rear Window Shades | Manual Rear Sun Shades |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 12-Speaker Sony Sound System | 12.3" Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 9-speaker JBL 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 Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Auto Parking | Yes | — |
| 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 | 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 J8 & Camry for sale
J8 vs Camry FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo J8 or Toyota Camry better?
The Camry is the better choice for boot space, with 524 litres versus 200 litres, plus seven airbags and a marginally quicker 8.9-second 0-100 km/h time. Choose the J8 for its RM43,000 lower price, SUV body and stronger 385 Nm output.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo J8 costs RM178,800 and the Toyota Camry costs RM221,800, so the Camry is RM43,000 more expensive. The J8 also has lower annual road tax: RM439 against RM867.
Which has the better warranty?
The J8 has a longer time-based warranty at seven years, capped at 150,000 km. The Camry's warranty runs for five years but has unlimited mileage, which suits high-mileage owners.
