Jaecoo J8 vs Honda Accord
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Jaecoo J8

$31,990 - $52,990

2025 price

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Honda Accord

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2024 price

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Summary

2025 Jaecoo J8

2024 Honda Accord

By Dom Tripolone

By Emily Agar

Safety Rating

Engine Type

Inline 4, 2.0L

Fuel Type

Premium Unleaded/Electric

Fuel Efficiency

4.3L/100km (combined)

Seating

Likes

Nice price
Premium cabin
Long warranty

New exterior design feels refreshing
Great on-road presence and manners
It's fuel efficiency is worth a look

Dislikes

So-so drive
Servicing kinda expensive
No hybrid

Missing a few features for price tag
Cabin is nice but plain
Multimedia system needs an overhaul

2025 Jaecoo J8 Summary

The Jaecoo J8 is an odd car.

It’s hard to place exactly where it sits in the market. It’s premium, but very affordable. It's very big but only has five seats. And it’s petrol only, at least for now, in a world that is obsessed with hybrid or electric power.

You’ve probably never heard of Jaecoo. That’s alright it’s only new, but it’s a fresh Chinese brand with big ambitions. A more accurate description is it’s Chery’s premium sub-brand.

And the J8 is its new flagship SUV that has found a little niche that's been left in Australia’s overflowing SUV segment.

It’s about the same size as the Kia Sorento or Hyundai Santa Fe family SUVs, but the J8 is five seats only and ditches the third row for a big boot.

The interior wouldn’t look out of place if it had a three-pointed star on the bonnet but the price tag will have you thinking you can buy two for the price of one.

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2024 Honda Accord Summary

The Honda Accord is now in its 11th generation and there was a time when the Accord, and rivals like the Skoda Superb and Toyota Camry were the perfect family cars.

But if you head to a car park, it's obvious they're no longer the choice when it comes to family hauling.

We’re family testing the new Accord, now offered in one highly-specified variant, to see if its new hybrid powertrain and design are worth a look in a world where the SUV is king.

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Deep dive comparison

2025 Jaecoo J8 2024 Honda Accord

Verdict

It is hard to argue with the sheer amount of stuff you get in the J8 for the price. And that long warranty and capped price servicing program remove the stress of buying into a new brand.

The J8 might be more car than most people need due to its size and lack of third row seating.

It’s okay to drive but isn’t class leading and no hybrid option will count it out for the ever increasing number of Aussies looking to petrol-electric power.

The J8 is a solid machine and well worth a look if you are after glitz and glamour on a budget.

Note: CarsGuide attended this event as a guest of the manufacturer, with meals provided.

Verdict

Will the new Honda Accord e:HEV RS topple the SUV throne? Unlikely, but it proves sedans can still haul the family around in relative comfort and style.

The new Accord drives stupidly well and offers great ongoing ownership costs, even if it's price tag is a little steep. It's hybrid powertrain also offers fantastic efficiency and that's a big win.

Jaecoo J8 vs Honda Accord What's the difference?

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Jaecoo J8 vs Honda Accord
What's the difference?