Jaecoo J8 vs Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

The Jaecoo J8 starts from $49,990 before on-road costs, while the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV opens at $53,990. That makes the Jaecoo J8 the more affordable entry point by $4,000.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $54,989 and $59,389 respectively.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV qualifies for FBT exemption as an electric vehicle, which can dramatically reduce the effective cost for novated lease buyers. The Jaecoo J8, as a petrol model, does not qualify.

Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV by roughly $11,360 in fuel alone.

Both the Jaecoo J8 and Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Jaecoo J8 packs more ADAS features with 9 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the Jaecoo J8 and 7 in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. The Jaecoo J8 adds a 360-degree camera that the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV misses.

The Jaecoo J8 features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV gets a 12.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Jaecoo J8 stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, head-up display, wireless charging, SONY audio and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Jaecoo J8 uses a Petrol producing 165kW and 380Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.5 seconds.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV responds with a Petrol making 98kW and 195Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.7 seconds.

The Jaecoo J8 has the clear power advantage at 165kW vs 98kW. In the real-world sprint, the Jaecoo J8 is 0.2s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Jaecoo J8 measures 4,820mm long on a 2,820mm wheelbase, 110mm longer than the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV at 4,710mm (2,705mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Jaecoo J8 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 520L in the Jaecoo J8 and 478L in the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, giving the Jaecoo J8 a 42L advantage. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Jaecoo J8 leads with a 2,500kg braked capacity vs 2,000kg. That 500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,622/year for the Jaecoo J8 and $350/year for the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. That is a $2,272 annual difference in favour of the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Estimated annual total: $2,622 (Jaecoo J8) vs $350 (Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV). The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV saves you roughly $2,272 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 8 years / 999,999km (Jaecoo J8) vs 10 years / 200,000km (Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV). The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has longer coverage.