Verdict
At RM168,800, the Omoda Jaecoo C9 costs RM3,440 more than the RM165,360 Mazda CX-8, but brings 257 hp and 400 Nm against 192 hp and 258 Nm, plus an eight-speed automatic. It is the stronger five-seater, with 660 litres of boot space, 8 airbags and autonomous braking. The CX-8 answers with seven seats, a 2,930 mm wheelbase and a sliding, reclining second row. For a Malaysian family carrying six or seven, that practicality matters more than the C9’s power advantage.
C9
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo C9 if you need a roomy five-seater with 257 hp, 400 Nm, 660 litres of boot space and active safety assistance.
CX-8
Pick the Mazda CX-8 if you regularly need seven seats, a sliding and reclining second row, and a lower RM165,360 entry price.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo C9 RM168,800; Mazda CX-8 RM165,360.
- Performance: Omoda Jaecoo C9 257 hp and 400 Nm; Mazda CX-8 192 hp and 258 Nm.
- Seating: Omoda Jaecoo C9 five seats; Mazda CX-8 seven seats.
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo C9 660 litres; Mazda CX-8 209 litres.
- Wheelbase: Omoda Jaecoo C9 2,800 mm; Mazda CX-8 2,930 mm.
- Warranty: Omoda Jaecoo C9 seven years/150,000 km; Mazda CX-8 five years/100,000 km.
C9
- 257 hp and 400 Nm turbocharged 2.0-litre petrol engine.
- Eight airbags, autonomous braking and steering-correction lane keeping.
- 660-litre boot, 360-degree camera and 12.3-inch touchscreen.
- Only five seats to the Mazda CX-8's seven.
- RM3,440 more expensive than the Mazda CX-8.
- Shorter 2,800 mm wheelbase versus 2,930 mm.
CX-8
- Seven seats with a sliding and reclining second row.
- Longer 2,930 mm wheelbase and 72-litre fuel tank.
- Five-year/100,000 km free service included.
- 192 hp and 258 Nm trail the C9's 257 hp and 400 Nm.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring or lane-keeping assist.
- 209 litres of boot space is far smaller than the C9's 660 litres.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM168,800 | RM165,360✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | D-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with direct fuel injection, turbocharger and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 257 hp✓ | 192 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm✓ | 258 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 89 mm × 100 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 13 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Automatic | SkyActiv-Drive 6-speed Automatic with Manual Shift Mode |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 7.9 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,775 mm | 4,900 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,671 mm | 1,730 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,930 mm |
| Weight | 1,786 kg | 1,781 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 72 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 660 litres✓ | 209 litres |
| Front Tyre | 245/50R20 | 225/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 245/50R20 | 225/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin e-Primacy | Toyo Proxes R46 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Silver V-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Alloys | 19" Silver V-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag) | 6 (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 | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on outer two rear seats | Available on 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver & Front Passenger Powered Seats with Seat Ventilation | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Lumbar Adjustment and Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding, Sliding and Reclining 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear, 2 Wireless Chargers | 1 Front, 1 Boot, 2 Front USB, 2 2nd Row USB, 2 3rd Row USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker Sound System | Mazda Connect Infotainment System with 8" Touchscreen, Commander Control Knob, Voice Control, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| 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 with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km Free Service |
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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C9 vs CX-8 FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo C9 or Mazda CX-8 better?
The C9 is better for five occupants wanting stronger performance, a larger boot and active safety systems. The CX-8 is the better choice if seven seats and a more versatile second row are non-negotiable.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo C9 costs RM3,440 more than the Mazda CX-8.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The Omoda Jaecoo C9 has lower annual road tax at RM439, compared with RM830 for the Mazda CX-8, a yearly difference of RM391.
