2026 Jaecoo J5 bookings now open, estimated price RM120,000
Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia has announced the opening of bookings for the soon-to-be-launched Jaecoo J5 SUV model.
With an estimated selling price of around RM120,000, the Jaecoo J5 is set to invigorate the SUV segment in Malaysia.
The Jaecoo J5 is powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-four engine, producing 147 PS and 210 Nm of torque.
This engine is paired with a CVT transmission, offering fuel consumption of approximately 7.5 liters per 100 km.
The J5 competes with B-segment SUV models in the market, such as the Chery Tiggo Cross, Chery Omoda 05, Proton X50, and Honda HR-V.
The vehicle measures 4,380 mm in length, 1,860 mm in width, 1,650 mm in height, and has a wheelbase of 2,620 mm.
It offers a cargo space of 480 liters, which can expand to 1,180 liters when the second-row seats are folded in a 60:40 split.
The J5 features a unique suspension setup, consisting of MacPherson struts in the front and a multi-link arrangement in the rear.
In terms of cabin space, it includes amenities such as an 8-inch LCD cluster screen, a 13.2-inch 2K resolution infotainment screen, Wi-Fi support, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and an 8-speaker audio system.
Safety features also include Level 2.5 ADAS and a 540-degree surround camera system.
Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia Achievements
Since its debut in 2024, Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia has continued to record impressive achievements.
In its first year, more than 7,040 units were sold, with that figure soaring to 17,849 units in 2025, marking an increase of over 153 percent.
Among these, the Jaecoo J7 was the best-selling model (11,522 units), while over 3,000 customers chose the Jaecoo J7 Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV).
According to Men Lin Bo, Executive Vice President of Chery Corporate Malaysia, “Our strong growth in 2025 is a clear indication that Omoda | Jaecoo has transformed from a newcomer brand into a preferred choice among the Malaysian people.
“For 2026, our focus will be on further strengthening our position as a pillar of the local automotive industry.”
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