JAECOO Omoda C9

What is the price of the Omoda C9 in Malaysia?

Following its preview in September 2024, China’s Chery International-owned brand Jaecoo formally launched the Omoda C9 sports utility vehicle (SUV) in Malaysia in November. Jaecoo is a subdivision of Chery that was established to market SUVs in overseas territories. The 2025 Omoda C9 is one of the most prominent cars in Jaecoo’s international portfolio. Price of the 2025 Jaecoo Omoda C9 starts at RM168,800 for the two-wheel-drive version. 

How many variants of Omoda C9 are available in Malaysia?

The 2025 Jaecoo Omoda C9 is available in two-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive versions. Both get the same powertrain.  

Which variant of Omoda C9 offers the best value?

Both versions of the 2025 Jaecoo Omoda C9 are same. It’s only that the four-wheel-drive model gets better flexibility to challenge off-road terrain.

What are the key features of Omoda C9?

The 2025 Jaecoo Omoda C9 is a refined and mature-looking coupe-style SUV. The C9 borrows some design cues from the Omoda 5 and looks rather futuristic to turn heads. The front-fascia looks attractive. It’s dominated by a diamond-matrix, air intake grille, flanked by the ‘Sigma’ daytime running lights (DRLs). The car gets all-around LED units. The car gets adaptive headlamps with even the taillights getting auto-sensing function. The DRL light strip stretches across the front, up to the front fenders and then down toward the bottom corners. 

From the side, the 2025 Jaecoo Omoda C9 looks like a smaller version of Range Rover Velar. The Omoda C9 runs on 20-inch, multi-spoke alloy wheels wrapped in Michelin e-Primacy tyres. The puddle lamp, at night, stretches all the way to the rear door. The door handles are recessed and slides out when unlocked. The sleek lines on the side complement the car’s overall look.

At the back, it’s a familiar Omoda with horizontal taillights, a raked roofline, and an aggressive departure angle. The quad-tailpipes are finished in gloss-black plastic and are non-functional. The roof-mounted spoiler gets dual-stop lights.

The cabin of the 2025 Jaecoo Omoda C9 gets premium soft-touch leather upholstery. The hard plastic parts are carefully hidden. The car gets three-zone air-conditioning with an air purifier system and fragrance dispenser for added comfort. The all-wheel-drive version gets a Tesla-style front and rear push-button electric door release system rhythmic ambient lighting. The dashboard is dominated by a combined 24.6-inch touchscreen unit for the infotainment system and the driver’s information display. The infotainment unit is connected to a 14-speaker Sony sound system with speakers embedded in the driver’s headrest. The in-car fragrance can be changed from the touchscreen unit. The central control looks classy with the gear lever and the drive-mode selector. A velvet-covered charging mat allows charging of two phones simultaneously. There are clever storage spaces that keep things from rolling around. The glovebox has enough space.

Is the Omoda C9 spacious?

With 4,775mm length, 1,920mm width, and 1,671mm height, the 2025 Jaecoo Omoda C9 is a fairly spacious five-passenger coupe-SUV. The powered driver’s seat is eight-way adjustable and has memory function for six positions. The two-wheel-drive model gets a six-way adjustment. The electric steering column is fully adjustable and its easy to slip into the most comfortable driving position. The front windows are double-glazed. Passengers in the rear seat get a power reclining function along with B-pilar air-conditioning. 

The 2025 Jaecoo Omoda C9 is a strictly five-passenger car. The rear seat can actually accommodate three people without compromising on legroom. Taller passengers may find headroom a bit short on the rear seat because of the downward-reclining roof.

The 2025 Jaecoo Omoda C9 gets a 660-liter boot that can be expanded to 1,783 litres by folding down the rear seats.

What are the engine and transmission options for Omoda C9?

The 2025 Jaecoo Omoda C9 is equipped with a turbocharged, four-cylinder, 2.0 petrol engine that produces 261 PS/400 Nm. The motor is paired with an eight-speed torque converter automatic. The car drives better than expected. Even on traffic-heavy city roads, the 2025 Jaecoo Omoda C9 handles surprisingly well. It’s nimble and performs admirably. The transmission is seamless and never hunts for gears. The car gets Sport, Eco, and Normal driving modes that help the driver to change the suspension settings and other parameters. The suspension system of the 2025 Jaecoo Omoda C9 is hugely compliant. It absorbs all bumps and potholes. The cabin is noiseless, courtesy of the superb sound insulation. There’s a bit of a body roll but that never upsets the travelling comfort. The adaptive cruise control and lane-keep function works superbly by simply pressing a button on the steering wheel and setting the desired speed and distance. The C9 does the rest.

What is the fuel efficiency of Omoda C9?

The 2025 Jaecoo Omoda C9 has a claimed fuel economy of 16kmp. Real-life mileage is around 13kmpl. 

What safety features does Omoda C9 offer?

The 2025 Jaecoo Omoda C9 is packed with a number of driver-assist features. It has voice-activated function, along with a dashcam and a 540-degree camera that eliminates all blind spots. Safety equipment includes all-around parking sensors, integrated cruise assist, antilock braking, front-rear cross-traffic alert, collision warning, lane departure prevention, multiple airbags, and active speed limiter. The Omoda C9 comes with Level 2.5 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).

What colour options are available for Omoda C9?

The 2025 Jaecoo Omoda C9 is currently available in Khaki White, Carbon Crystal Black, and Matte Grey colour options.

Is the Omoda C9 worth buying?

The 2025 Jaecoo Omoda C9 is a premium coupe SUV that offers a comfortable ride and comes with a crazy set of features. It’s also competitively priced than its rivals. 

What are the alternatives to Omoda C9?

The 2025 Jaecoo Omoda C9 faces competition from the Peugeot 3008, Proton X50, Toyota Corolla Cross, and Honda HR-V.

What else should you know about Omoda C9?

The 2025 Jaecoo Omoda C9 is backed by an impressive 10-year/one one-million km warranty on engine and suspension parts, besides the standard seven-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty.