Verdict
These are radically different tools. At RM89,900, the five-seat Honda City costs RM12,176 less than the RM102,076 two-seat Maxus V80, while its rated consumption is 5.6 L/100 km against 9.1 L/100 km and annual road tax is RM90 rather than RM839. The City also brings six airbags, stability control and Honda SENSING; the V80 has two airbags. Pick the City for daily passenger duty and its 519-litre boot. The V80 earns its place only when its 5,700-mm commercial body, 330 Nm diesel torque and 80-litre tank matter more than running costs.
Pick the Honda City if you need five seats, 519 litres of boot space, 5.6 L/100 km rated economy and far more active safety equipment.
Pick the Maxus V80 if you need a two-seat commercial vehicle with a 5,700-mm body, 330 Nm of diesel torque and an 80-litre fuel tank.
Key differences
- Price: Honda City RM89,900; Maxus V80 RM102,076.
- Rated fuel economy: Honda City 5.6 L/100 km; Maxus V80 9.1 L/100 km.
- Torque: Honda City 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm; Maxus V80 330 Nm at 1,800 rpm.
- Safety airbags: Honda City 6; Maxus V80 2.
- Seats: Honda City 5; Maxus V80 2.
- Warranty: Honda City 8 years/unlimited mileage; Maxus V80 3 years/100,000 km.
City
- Five seats and a 519-litre boot.
- Six airbags, stability control and Honda SENSING.
- Lower RM90 annual road tax and 5.6 L/100 km rated economy.
- 145 Nm trails the V80's 330 Nm.
- 40-litre fuel tank is half the V80's 80 litres.
- Tyre repair kit instead of the V80's full-size spare wheel.
V80
- 330 Nm diesel torque arrives at 1,800 rpm.
- 5,700-mm commercial body and 80-litre fuel tank.
- Four rear parking sensors and a full-size 16-inch steel spare wheel.
- RM102,076 price is RM12,176 higher.
- 9.1 L/100 km rated economy and RM839 annual road tax cost more to run.
- Two airbags, no listed stability control or autonomous braking, against the City's six airbags and Honda SENSING.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM89,900✓ | RM102,076 |
| Body type | Sedan | Commercial |
| Segment | B-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90✓ | RM839 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Dual Variable Valve Timing and Variable Valve Lift | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 2,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp at 6,600 rpm | 136 hp at 3,800 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 145 Nm at 4,300 rpm | 330 Nm at 1,800 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 73 mm × 89.5 mm | 92 mm × 94 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 17.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | EarthDreams Technology CVT with G-Design Shift | 5 Speed Manual |
| Gears | — | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 10.2 seconds | —✓ |
| Rated Economy | 5.6 L/100 km✓ | 9.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 196 km/h✓ | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,577 mm | 5,700 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 2,383 mm |
| Height | 1,467 mm | 2,552 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 3,850 mm |
| Weight | 1,116 kg | 3,500 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 6 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 519 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 185/60R15 | 215/75R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 185/60R15 | 215/75R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Leaf Spring |
| Front Wheels | 15" Alloys | 16" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Alloys | 16" Steel |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Dual Front, Side and Curtain Airbags) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Nighttime Pedestrian Detection and Cyclist Detection | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Safety Notes | Honda SENSING: ACC, CMBS, LKAS, LDW, RDM, Auto High Beam, Lead Car Departure Notification | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector, Auto | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Fabric | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | — |
| Audio | 8" Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4 Speakers + 4 Tweeters | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Two Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Honda LaneWatch | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Digital/Analogue | — |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | — |
| Convenience Notes | Remote Engine Start | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free labour for up to 5 services (100,000 km/5 years) | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used City & V80 for sale
City vs V80 FAQ
Is the Honda City or Maxus V80 better?
The Honda City is the better passenger car: it seats five, has a 519-litre boot, uses 5.6 L/100 km and gets six airbags plus Honda SENSING. The Maxus V80 suits commercial work needing 330 Nm and a much larger body.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus V80 costs RM12,176 more than the Honda City. Its annual road tax is also RM749 higher, at RM839 versus RM90.
Which has the stronger warranty?
The Honda City has the stronger cover on duration and mileage: eight years with unlimited mileage. The Maxus V80 warranty runs for three years or 100,000 km.
