Verdict
These are cross-shopped only if your needs are unusually broad. The RM102,076 Maxus V80 is a 5,700 mm commercial vehicle with two seats, an 80-litre diesel tank and a 2.5-litre turbodiesel producing 330 Nm at 1,800 rpm; its 3,850 mm wheelbase and six doors suit a working role. At RM93,800, the five-seat MG 5 is 1,025 mm shorter, uses a CVT and carries a 401-litre boot. For family use, the MG’s six airbags, stability control and autonomous braking are decisive, while its RM90 annual road tax is far below the V80’s RM839.
Pick the Maxus V80 if you need a two-seat commercial vehicle with 330 Nm of diesel torque, six doors and an 80-litre tank.
Pick the MG 5 if you want the cheaper five-seat sedan with a CVT, 401-litre boot and substantially stronger safety equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus V80 RM102,076; MG 5 RM93,800.
- Engine output: Maxus V80 136 hp and 330 Nm; MG 5 112 hp and 150 Nm.
- Seating: Maxus V80 2 seats; MG 5 5 seats.
- Size: Maxus V80 is 5,700 mm long with a 3,850 mm wheelbase; MG 5 is 4,675 mm long with a 2,680 mm wheelbase.
- Safety: Maxus V80 has 2 airbags and no stability control; MG 5 has 6 airbags and stability control.
- Annual road tax: Maxus V80 RM839; MG 5 RM90.
V80
- 330 Nm from 1,800 rpm
- 80-litre fuel tank and six doors
- Four rear parking sensors versus the MG 5's three
- Costs RM8,276 more
- Only two airbags, versus six in the MG 5
- Five-speed manual instead of the MG 5's CVT automatic
5
- Five seats and a 401-litre boot
- Six airbags, stability control and autonomous braking
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty, plus seven-year unlimited-mileage powertrain cover
- 150 Nm trails the V80's 330 Nm
- 45-litre fuel tank is smaller than the V80's 80 litres
- Three rear parking sensors versus four on the V80
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM102,076 | RM93,800✓ |
| Body type | Commercial | Sedan |
| Segment | Commercial | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM839 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,499 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 136 hp at 3,800 rpm✓ | 112 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 330 Nm at 1,800 rpm✓ | 150 Nm at 4,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 92 mm × 94 mm | 75 mm × 84.8 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 17.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5 Speed Manual | iCVT |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | —✓ | 11.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 9.1 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,700 mm | 4,675 mm |
| Width | 2,383 mm | 1,842 mm |
| Height | 2,552 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,850 mm | 2,680 mm |
| Weight | 3,500 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 6 | 4 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 401 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/75R16 | 215/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/75R16 | 215/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Maxxis Primetra S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual For Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Warning Only |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | — | One-piece Folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear AC vent |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 3 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain |
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 V80 & 5 for sale
V80 vs 5 FAQ
Is the Maxus V80 or MG 5 better?
The MG 5 is better for most private buyers: it seats five, has a 401-litre boot, CVT automatic and six airbags with active safety systems. Choose the V80 only when its two-seat commercial layout, six doors and 330 Nm diesel torque suit the job.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus V80 costs RM102,076 and the MG 5 costs RM93,800, so the V80 is RM8,276 more expensive. Its annual road tax is also RM839, compared with RM90 for the MG 5.
Which has the stronger safety package?
The MG 5 has the stronger package, with six airbags, stability control, blind-spot information, autonomous braking, collision warning and a 360-degree camera. The Maxus V80 has two airbags, ABS/EBD and four rear parking sensors.
