Verdict
At almost the same money, these two split sharply by use case. The JMC Vigus Pro is RM288 dearer, but it gives you five seats, a conventional automatic and lower RM439 annual road tax. The Nissan Navara counters with the stronger 2,488 cc diesel: 161 hp and 403 Nm versus 139 hp and 340 Nm, plus a longer 5-year warranty. But it is a two-seater manual here, so the extra muscle comes with a clear cabin practicality trade-off.
Pick the JMC Vigus Pro if you need five seats, an automatic gearbox and lower annual road tax in a diesel 4X4 pickup.
Pick the Nissan Navara if you want the stronger diesel engine, a manual gearbox and the longer factory warranty.
Key differences
- Price: JMC Vigus Pro RM98,888; Nissan Navara RM98,600
- Engine output: JMC Vigus Pro 1,998 cc, 139 hp and 340 Nm; Nissan Navara 2,488 cc, 161 hp and 403 Nm
- Transmission: JMC Vigus Pro conventional automatic; Nissan Navara manual
- Seats: JMC Vigus Pro 5; Nissan Navara 2
- Size: JMC Vigus Pro 5,305 mm long, 1,905 mm wide and 1,835 mm tall; Nissan Navara 5,335 mm long, 1,790 mm wide and 1,775 mm tall
- Warranty and road tax: JMC Vigus Pro 3 years and RM439/year; Nissan Navara 5 years and RM830/year
Vigus Pro
- Five-seat cabin
- Conventional automatic gearbox
- Lower RM439 annual road tax
- Less power and torque than the Nissan
- Shorter 3-year warranty
- Smaller 68-litre fuel tank
Navara
- Stronger 161 hp diesel engine
- Higher 403 Nm torque output
- Longer 5-year warranty
- Only two seats
- Manual gearbox only here
- Higher RM830 annual road tax
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM98,888 | RM98,600✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Direct Injection | 16-valve DOHC, Common-rail direct injection, Variable Geometry Turbo |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp | 161 hp✓ |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 403 Nm✓ |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.7 | 15 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Auto Transmission with Manual Mode | 6MT |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Nissan |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,305 mm | 5,335 mm |
| Width | 1,905 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,835 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 3,150 mm |
| Weight | 1,995 kg | 1,828 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R16 | 205R16C |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R16 | 205R16C |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Bravo All-terrain | Bridgestone Dueler HT |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| 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 |
| 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 | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | Front Seats Only |
| 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 | Single-Zone Manual |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 8" Infotainment Touchscreen with 4 Speakers | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player, MP3, Bluetooth, AUX Input with 2 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | 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 |
| 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 | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Heated Door Mirrors | Multi-info Display |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM830 |
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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Vigus Pro vs Navara FAQ
Is the JMC Vigus Pro or Nissan Navara better?
The JMC Vigus Pro is better for passenger use because it has five seats and an automatic gearbox. The Nissan Navara is better for output, with 161 hp and 403 Nm, plus a 5-year warranty.
What is the price difference?
The JMC Vigus Pro costs RM98,888, while the Nissan Navara costs RM98,600. That makes the JMC RM288 more expensive.
Which pickup has the stronger engine?
The Nissan Navara has the stronger engine, with 161 hp and 403 Nm from 2,488 cc. The JMC Vigus Pro makes 139 hp and 340 Nm from 1,998 cc.