Verdict
At RM102,076, the Maxus V80 costs RM3,476 more than the RM98,600 Nissan Navara, yet it is a very different work tool: its 5,700 mm body, 3,850 mm wheelbase and six doors favour commercial access. The Navara counters with 161 hp and 403 Nm against the V80’s 136 hp and 330 Nm, plus a six-speed manual and all-wheel drive. For Malaysian buyers who need a larger commercial vehicle, the V80 fits the brief; for stronger performance, reversing aids and longer cover, take the Navara.
Pick the Maxus V80 if you need the 5,700 mm commercial body, six doors and rear air-con vents.
Pick the Nissan Navara if you want 161 hp, 403 Nm, all-wheel drive and a five-year/150,000 km warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus V80 RM102,076; Nissan Navara RM98,600.
- Power and torque: Maxus V80 136 hp and 330 Nm; Nissan Navara 161 hp and 403 Nm.
- Transmission and driveline: Maxus V80 five-speed manual, front-wheel drive; Nissan Navara six-speed manual, all-wheel drive.
- Size: Maxus V80 is 5,700 mm long with a 3,850 mm wheelbase; Nissan Navara is 5,335 mm long with a 3,150 mm wheelbase.
- Doors: Maxus V80 has six doors; Nissan Navara has two doors.
- Warranty: Maxus V80 gets three years/100,000 km; Nissan Navara gets five years/150,000 km.
V80
- Longer 5,700 mm commercial body
- Six doors and rear air-con vents
- Four rear parking sensors and an alarm
- Less power and torque: 136 hp/330 Nm versus 161 hp/403 Nm
- Five-speed front-wheel-drive layout versus six-speed all-wheel drive
- Shorter three-year/100,000 km warranty
Navara
- 161 hp and 403 Nm
- Six-speed manual with all-wheel drive
- Reverse camera, Bluetooth and five-year/150,000 km warranty
- Shorter 5,335 mm body and 3,150 mm wheelbase
- Two doors versus the V80’s six
- No rear air-con vents and only two rear parking sensors
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM102,076 | RM98,600✓ |
| Body type | Commercial | Pickup |
| Segment | Commercial | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM839 | RM830✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel | 16-valve DOHC, Common-rail direct injection, Variable Geometry Turbo |
| Capacity | 2,499 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 136 hp at 3,800 rpm | 161 hp at 3,600 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 330 Nm at 1,800 rpm | 403 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 92 mm × 94 mm | 89 mm × 100 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 17.5 | 15 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 5 Speed Manual | 6MT |
| Gears | 5 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Nissan |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 9.1 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,700 mm | 5,335 mm |
| Width | 2,383 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 2,552 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,850 mm | 3,150 mm |
| Weight | 3,500 kg | 1,828 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 6 | 2 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Front Tyre | 215/75R16 | 205R16C |
| Rear Tyre | 215/75R16 | 205R16C |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Dueler HT |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Leaf Spring |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel | 16" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel | 16" Steel |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Normal Bulb |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-Zone Manual |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player, MP3, Bluetooth, AUX Input with 2 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Multi-info Display |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 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.
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V80 vs Navara FAQ
Is the Maxus V80 or Nissan Navara better?
The Nissan Navara is the better choice for stronger output, all-wheel drive, a six-speed manual and longer warranty cover. Choose the Maxus V80 instead when its larger commercial body, six doors and rear ventilation suit the job.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus V80 costs RM3,476 more than the Nissan Navara.
Which has the better warranty?
The Nissan Navara has the longer warranty at five years or 150,000 km, compared with three years or 100,000 km for the Maxus V80.
