Verdict
These are very different tools. At RM94,900, the five-seat WR-V costs RM7,176 less than the RM102,076 V80, and its 6.0 L/100 km rating plus RM120 annual road tax will suit private ownership far better than the V80’s 9.1 L/100 km and RM839. The Maxus is a 5,700 mm-long, two-seat commercial vehicle with 330 Nm from its 2.5-litre turbodiesel, so it has the stronger work-focused drivetrain. But the Honda brings a CVT, five-star ASEAN NCAP rating, CMBS and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
Pick the Honda WR-V if you want a five-seat B-segment SUV with 380 litres of boot space, 6.0 L/100 km economy and substantially stronger active-safety equipment.
Pick the Maxus V80 if you need a 5,700 mm commercial vehicle and its 330 Nm 2.5-litre turbodiesel torque matters more than passenger-car convenience.
Key differences
- Price: Honda WR-V RM94,900; Maxus V80 RM102,076.
- Powertrain: Honda WR-V 1,498 cc petrol, 119 hp and 145 Nm with CVT; Maxus V80 2,499 cc turbodiesel, 136 hp and 330 Nm with five-speed manual.
- 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.
- Dimensions: Honda WR-V 4,060 mm long with a 2,485 mm wheelbase; Maxus V80 5,700 mm long with a 3,850 mm wheelbase.
- Seating and safety: Honda WR-V has five seats, five-star ASEAN NCAP and CMBS; Maxus V80 has two seats, no ASEAN NCAP rating or autonomous braking system listed.
WR-V
- 6.0 L/100 km rated economy and RM120 annual road tax.
- CVT automatic, adaptive cruise control and multi-angle reverse camera with LaneWatch.
- Five seats, 380-litre boot and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- 145 Nm is well below the V80’s 330 Nm.
- At 4,060 mm long, it is 1,640 mm shorter than the V80 for buyers specifically needing a large commercial vehicle.
V80
- 330 Nm turbodiesel torque from the 2.5-litre engine.
- 5,700 mm body and 3,850 mm wheelbase for commercial-duty space.
- Rear air-con vents with blower control and four rear parking sensors.
- 9.1 L/100 km rated economy and RM839 annual road tax are markedly higher than the WR-V’s figures.
- Five-speed manual replaces the WR-V’s CVT automatic.
- No ASEAN NCAP rating, stability control, CMBS, reverse camera or lane-keeping assist is listed.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM94,900✓ | RM102,076 |
| Body type | SUV | Commercial |
| Segment | B-Segment | Commercial |
| Assembly | — | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM839 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC i-VTEC | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel |
| Capacity | 1,498 cc | 2,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 119 hp | 136 hp✓ |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 330 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Petrol | Diesel |
| Bore | — | 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 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 | 1,608 mm | 2,552 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,485 mm | 3,850 mm |
| Weight | 1,105 kg | 3,500 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 80 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 6 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 380 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/75R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/55R17 | 215/75R16 |
| Spare Tyre | 16" Steel Spare | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | — | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Leaf Spring |
| Front Wheels | 17" Black Alloys | 16" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Black Alloys | 16" Steel |
| Steering | Electric Power Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Dual Front and Side Airbags | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | — | 2 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | ISOFIX i-Size | — |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with CMBS | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front and Rear | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED | Normal Bulb |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Fabric | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | — |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air Conditioning | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | — | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | — | Map Lights |
| Audio | 10" Display Audio with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows | Two Windows |
| Engine Start | Remote Engine Start, Push Button Start | Manual Key |
| Locks | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, Multi-angle with LaneWatch | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year unlimited-mileage warranty; 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 WR-V & V80 for sale
WR-V vs V80 FAQ
Is the Honda WR-V or Maxus V80 better?
The WR-V is better for most private buyers: it has five seats, a CVT, 6.0 L/100 km economy, five-star ASEAN NCAP and CMBS. The V80 is the choice only where its 5,700 mm commercial body and 330 Nm diesel torque are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus V80 costs RM7,176 more than the Honda WR-V. It also carries an RM839 annual road tax bill, compared with RM120 for the WR-V.
Which has better safety equipment?
The Honda WR-V is clearly better equipped for safety, with five-star ASEAN NCAP, front and side airbags, stability control, CMBS, collision warning and lane-keeping assist. The V80 lists driver and passenger airbags plus ABS/EBD, but none of those driver-assistance systems.