Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia has opened registrations of interest for the Jaecoo J5, the brand’s B-segment SUV that was previewed in August this year. While Thailand receives the model as a battery-electric vehicle, Malaysia will get the J5 with a 1.5 litre turbocharged petrol engine that produces 147 PS and 210 Nm, driving the front wheels through a continuously variable transmission. Measuring 4,380 mm long, 1,860 mm wide and 1,650 mm tall with a 2,620 mm wheelbase, the J5 is over 10 mm longer between the axles than the Honda HR-V and Chery Tiggo Cross, and 20 mm more than that of the Proton X50. Comparing the J5 with its larger sibling, the J7 is 4,500 mm long, 1,865 mm wide and 1,680 mm tall with a 2,672 mm wheelbase. The exterior of the J5 gets conventional door handles compared to the flush-fitted pop-out units on the J7, and Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia point out that the J5 is notable among its B-segment SUV peers in featuring MacPherson strut front suspension and a multi-link setup for the rear, which is uncommon in the segment. Inside, the Jaecoo J5 gets an eight-inch widescreen driver’s instrument display and a 13.2-inch infotainment touchscreen with 2K resolution, with support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay along with a built-in karaoke function that includes a mixer (microphones sold seperately, according to Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia). Further conveniences offered in the J5 also include anti-bacterial, scratch-resistant seat upholstery which Omoda | Jaecoo Malaysia says is pet-friendly. In terms of safety and assistance kit, the J5 gets a Level 2.5 suite of features, including autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and more. Elsewhere, luggage capacity for the J5 is 480 litres with the 60:40 split-folding rear seats in place, or up to 1,180 litres with the seats lowered. The opening of registrations of interest for the Jaecoo J5 should mean that the official market launch for the B-segment SUV should be coming soon. Estimated to be priced at RM120k, will this be your choice in this highly competitive segment? GALLERY: Jaecoo J5 previewed in Malaysia Compare prices between different insurer providers to save the most on your car insurance renewal compared to other competing services. Many payment method supported and you can pay with instalment using Grab PayLater or Shopee SPayLater.
