JMC Vigus Pro vs Maxus V80
Verdict
The JMC Vigus Pro is the cheaper and more private-use friendly choice at RM98,888, with five seats, a conventional automatic and all-wheel drive. Its 1,998 cc diesel also edges the Maxus with 139 hp and 340 Nm. The Maxus V80 costs RM102,076 and is a very different tool: two seats, manual gearbox, front-wheel drive and much larger 5,700 mm by 2,383 mm by 2,552 mm bodywork. For Malaysian buyers, this is really pickup flexibility versus commercial van capacity.
Pick the JMC Vigus Pro if you need five seats, all-wheel drive and an automatic diesel pickup.
Pick the Maxus V80 if your priority is a bigger commercial body and you can live with two seats and a manual gearbox.
Key differences
- Price: JMC Vigus Pro RM98,888; Maxus V80 RM102,076
- Seats: JMC Vigus Pro 5; Maxus V80 2
- Engine output: JMC Vigus Pro 139 hp/340 Nm; Maxus V80 136 hp/330 Nm
- Drivetrain: JMC Vigus Pro all-wheel drive; Maxus V80 front-wheel drive
- Transmission: JMC Vigus Pro conventional automatic; Maxus V80 manual
- Size: JMC Vigus Pro 5,305 mm long, 1,905 mm wide, 1,835 mm tall; Maxus V80 5,700 mm, 2,383 mm, 2,552 mm
Vigus Pro
- Five-seat cabin
- Automatic gearbox
- All-wheel drive
- Smaller body than the Maxus V80
- 68-litre tank versus 80 litres
- No AEB listed
V80
- Much larger body
- 80-litre fuel tank
- 9.1 L/100 km fuel economy listed
- Only two seats
- Manual gearbox only
- Higher annual road tax
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 98,888✓ | RM 102,076 |
| Body type | Pickup | Commercial |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Commercial |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Direct Injection | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp✓ | 136 hp |
| Torque | 340 Nm✓ | 330 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.7 | 17.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Auto Transmission with Manual Mode | 5 Speed Manual |
| Gears | 8 | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | —✓ | 9.1 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,305 mm | 5,700 mm |
| Width | 1,905 mm | 2,383 mm |
| Height | 1,835 mm | 2,552 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 3,850 mm |
| Weight | 1,995 kg | 3,500 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 6 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R16 | 215/75R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R16 | 215/75R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Bravo All-terrain | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Ladder-frame | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Solid Axle with Leaf Springs | Leaf Spring |
| Front Wheels | 16" 2-tone 12-spoke Alloy | 16" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 16" 2-tone 12-spoke Alloy | 16" Steel |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Locking Rear Differential | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | — |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | Bulb | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Backrest | — |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front | — |
| Audio | 8" Infotainment Touchscreen with 4 Speakers | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Two Windows |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | — |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | — |
| Convenience Notes | Heated Door Mirrors | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 3 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 439✓ | RM 839 |
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.
Vigus Pro vs V80 FAQ
Is the JMC Vigus Pro or Maxus V80 better?
The JMC Vigus Pro is better for mixed private and work use because it has five seats, an automatic gearbox and all-wheel drive. The Maxus V80 is better if cargo volume matters more than passenger space.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus V80 costs RM3,188 more than the JMC Vigus Pro, at RM102,076 versus RM98,888.
Which one is bigger?
The Maxus V80 is bigger: 5,700 mm long, 2,383 mm wide and 2,552 mm tall, against the JMC Vigus Pro’s 5,305 mm, 1,905 mm and 1,835 mm.