Official Launch: All-New Jaecoo J8 SUV Unveils First-Class Flair

2025-07-24

 

Our Sunlun Group of Companies was honoured to attend the launch of the all-new Jaecoo J8 at IOI Mall Damansara, Selangor, on 18 July 2025, where the newly refreshed Omoda | Jaecoo brand unveiled its flagship sport utility vehicle (SUV), assembled right here in Malaysia.

What is Jaecoo J8’s vehicle segment?
The Jaecoo J8 is a D-segment premium SUV that ushers in a new altitude of attainable luxury – bringing “Off-Road, First Class” to life with modernist elegance and rugged confidence:

  • Models: Jaecoo J8 2WD / Jaecoo J8 AWD
  • Engine Type: 2.0L Turbocharged Petrol Engine (TGDI)
  • Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic Transmission
  • Max Engine Power: 183kW (249Ps)
  • Max Engine Torque: 385Nm
  • Dimensions: 4820mm (L) x 1930mm (W) x 1699mm (H)
  • Wheelbase: 2820mm

 

 

What makes Jaecoo J8 stand out?
Complete with sophisticated Level 2.5 advanced driving assistance system (ADAS) features as well as dual 12.3” HD instrument cluster and media displays, Jaecoo J8 offers two drivetrain options – two-wheel drive (2WD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) – for ultimate driving versatility:       

Jaecoo J8 2WD

  • Drive Modes: ECO / Normal / Sport
  • No. of Seats: 5 (2+3)
  • SRS Airbags: 6

Jaecoo J8 AWD

  • Drive Modes: ECO / Normal / Sport / Sport / Mud / Sand / Off-Road
  • Intelligent Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive (AWD) with Dynamic Torque Vectoring
  • Adaptive Suspension: Continuous Damping Control (CDC) System
  • Advanced Braking: One-Box Brake-by-Wire System
  • Advanced Parking: Automatic Parking Assist
  • No. of Seats: 6 (2+2+2)
  • SRS Airbags: 10

 

 

What is Jaecoo J8’s tyre size?
Presently in Malaysia, Jaecoo J8 2WD is equipped with 20” original equipment (OE) tyres and factory-fitted with 245/50 ZR20 tyres, and Jaecoo J8 AWD is also equipped with 20” original equipment (OE) tyres and factory-fitted with 245/50 R20 tyres.  

Which tyre brands offer 245/50 R20 size?
Several reputable tyre brands offer 245/50 R20 size in a range of tyre patterns engineered to meet various driving performance, safety and comfort needs, such as:

  • GOODYEAR EAGLE F1 ASYMMETRIC 3 SUV
  • MICHELIN PRIMACY SUV+
  • MICHELIN PILOT SPORT 4 SUV
  • BRIDGESTONE ALENZA 001
  • BRIDGESTONE DUELER H/L 400
  • CONTINENTAL ULTRACONTACT UX7
  • CONTINENTAL CROSSCONTACT LX SPORT
  • KAPSEN RS26 and more

 

 

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