Verdict
At RM168,800, the Omoda Jaecoo C9 costs RM53,000 less than the RM221,800 Toyota Camry, yet brings 257 hp and 400 Nm against 201 hp and 246 Nm. It is also the more practical shape: its 660-litre boot is 136 litres larger and its rear seats fold 60:40. The Camry counters with a 221 kg lighter kerb weight, a 45 mm longer wheelbase and a 9-speaker JBL system. For Malaysian buyers wanting SUV room and a fuller feature set for less, the C9 is the stronger buy; choose the Camry for its sedan format and lighter mass.
Pick the Omoda Jaecoo C9 if you want RM53,000 in savings, 257 hp/400 Nm and a 660-litre SUV boot with folding rear seats.
Pick the Toyota Camry if you prefer a 1,565 kg sedan with a 2,825 mm wheelbase, JBL audio and powered front-seat memory/ottoman functions.
Key differences
- Price: Omoda Jaecoo C9 RM168,800; Toyota Camry RM221,800.
- Output: Omoda Jaecoo C9 257 hp and 400 Nm; Toyota Camry 201 hp and 246 Nm.
- Kerb weight: Omoda Jaecoo C9 1,786 kg; Toyota Camry 1,565 kg.
- Boot space: Omoda Jaecoo C9 660 litres; Toyota Camry 524 litres.
- Wheelbase: Omoda Jaecoo C9 2,800 mm; Toyota Camry 2,825 mm.
- Warranty: Omoda Jaecoo C9 seven years/150,000 km; Toyota Camry five years/unlimited mileage.
C9
- RM53,000 lower purchase price.
- 257 hp and 400 Nm, versus 201 hp and 246 Nm.
- 660-litre boot, 60:40-folding rear seats and panoramic sunroof.
- 221 kg heavier than the Camry.
- No driver-seat memory or powered passenger ottoman.
- No front foglamps.
Camry
- 221 kg lighter kerb weight.
- 9-speaker JBL sound system.
- Driver-seat memory, powered passenger ottoman and unlimited-mileage warranty.
- Costs RM53,000 more.
- 201 hp and 246 Nm trail the C9's 257 hp and 400 Nm.
- 524-litre boot is smaller, and the rear seats do not fold.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM168,800✓ | 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 | 257 hp✓ | 201 hp at 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm✓ | 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 | — | 8.9 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 210 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,775 mm | 4,920 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm | 1,840 mm |
| Height | 1,671 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | 1,786 kg | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 65 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 660 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 | Michelin e-Primacy | 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 & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver & Front Passenger, Front Side and Rear Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag) | 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 | 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 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 with Seat Ventilation | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat with Memory Function, Power Adjustable 4-way Ottoman Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | Fixed Rear Seats |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear, 2 Wireless Chargers | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | Manual Rear Sun Shades |
| Audio | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Eight Speaker 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 | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, With 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 | 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.
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C9 vs Camry FAQ
Is the Omoda Jaecoo C9 or Toyota Camry better?
The Omoda Jaecoo C9 is the better fit for space, outright output and lower purchase cost: it has 257 hp, 400 Nm and a 660-litre boot. The Toyota Camry suits buyers who specifically want a lighter sedan, JBL audio and powered seat memory/ottoman functions.
What is the price difference?
The Omoda Jaecoo C9 is RM53,000 cheaper than the Toyota Camry.
Which has the better warranty?
The C9 provides longer time cover at seven years or 150,000 km. The Camry's warranty lasts five years but has no mileage limit, which can suit high-mileage owners.
