Verdict
These are cross-shopped only if your needs span private transport and work use. At RM89,900, the five-seat Honda WR-V costs RM12,176 less, returns a rated 6.0 L/100 km and carries RM120 annual road tax. Its 1.5-litre petrol engine makes 121 hp and 145 Nm through a CVT. The RM102,076 Maxus V80 is a two-seat commercial vehicle: its 2.5-litre turbodiesel and five-speed manual deliver 136 hp and a far stronger 330 Nm, while its 5,700-mm length and 3,850-mm wheelbase suit a very different brief. For Malaysian daily driving, the Honda is the sensible choice; buy the Maxus for its commercial format and torque.
Pick the Honda WR-V if you need a five-seat SUV with a CVT, 380-litre boot, Honda Sensing and much lower 6.0 L/100 km rated consumption.
Pick the Maxus V80 if you need a two-seat commercial vehicle with 330 Nm of diesel torque, an 80-litre tank and a 3,850-mm wheelbase.
Key differences
- Price: Honda WR-V RM89,900; Maxus V80 RM102,076.
- Engine torque: Honda WR-V 145 Nm; Maxus V80 330 Nm.
- Rated fuel economy: Honda WR-V 6.0 L/100 km; Maxus V80 9.1 L/100 km.
- Annual road tax: Honda WR-V RM120; Maxus V80 RM839.
- Seating: Honda WR-V five seats; Maxus V80 two seats.
- Length: Honda WR-V 4,060 mm; Maxus V80 5,700 mm.
WR-V
- Five seats and a 380-litre boot
- Honda Sensing, stability control and six airbags
- CVT automatic with 6.0 L/100 km rated economy
- 145 Nm trails the V80's 330 Nm
- Two rear parking sensors versus the V80's four
- Two speakers versus the V80's four
V80
- 330 Nm 2.5-litre turbodiesel
- 80-litre fuel tank and full-size steel spare
- Rear air-con vents with blower control
- Two seats versus the WR-V's five
- 9.1 L/100 km rated economy and RM839 annual road tax
- No stability control, Honda Sensing, side airbags or reverse camera
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM89,900✓ | RM102,076 |
| Body type | SUV | Commercial |
| Segment | B-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM839 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 2,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 121 hp | 136 hp✓ |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 330 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Diesel |
| Bore | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.6 | 17.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | CVT | 5 Speed Manual |
| Gears | — | 5 |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 11.0 seconds | —✓ |
| Rated Economy | 6.0 L/100 km✓ | 9.1 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h✓ | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,060 mm | 5,700 mm |
| Width | 1,780 mm | 2,383 mm |
| Height | 1,576 mm | 2,552 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,485 mm | 3,850 mm |
| Weight | 1,108 kg | 3,500 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 6 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 215/60R16 | 215/75R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/75R16 |
| Spare Tyre | 16" Space Saver | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Leaf Spring |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 16" Steel |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side | 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 |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Audio | 7.0" Display Audio Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 2 Speakers | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | — | Two Windows |
| Engine Start | — | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | — |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free Labour for Five Times within 100,000 km or Five 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 WR-V & V80 for sale
WR-V vs V80 FAQ
Is the Honda WR-V or Maxus V80 better?
The Honda WR-V is better for most private buyers: it has five seats, a CVT, 6.0 L/100 km rated economy and substantially more safety equipment. The Maxus V80 makes sense when its two-seat commercial body, 330 Nm diesel torque and much larger dimensions are required.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus V80 costs RM12,176 more than the Honda WR-V: RM102,076 against RM89,900. Its annual road tax is also RM719 higher, at RM839 versus RM120.
Which has more passenger space and seats?
The Honda WR-V seats five people, while the Maxus V80 seats two. The V80 is physically far larger at 5,700 mm long with a 3,850-mm wheelbase, but it is configured as a commercial vehicle rather than a five-seat SUV.