Maxus V80 vs Mazda 3 Hatchback
Verdict
The Maxus V80 is the cheaper and much larger tool here, undercutting the Mazda 3 Hatchback by RM17,544 while stretching 5,700 mm long with 330 Nm from its 2.5-litre diesel. That suits payload-minded use, not family duty: it has two seats, two airbags and manual drive. The Mazda is smaller, costlier and less torquey, but its 5.9 L/100 km figure, seven airbags, AEB, five seats and RM90 road tax make it the easier private car choice.
Pick the Maxus V80 if you need a two-seat diesel commercial vehicle with 330 Nm, a 3,850 mm wheelbase and an 80-litre tank.
Pick the Mazda 3 Hatchback if you want a five-seat petrol hatchback with 7 airbags, AEB, automatic transmission and much lower RM90 yearly road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus V80 RM102,076; Mazda 3 Hatchback RM119,620
- Seating: Maxus V80 2 seats; Mazda 3 Hatchback 5 seats
- Engine and fuel: Maxus V80 2,499 cc diesel; Mazda 3 Hatchback 1,496 cc petrol
- Output: Maxus V80 136 hp and 330 Nm; Mazda 3 Hatchback 118 hp and 153 Nm
- Fuel economy and tank: Maxus V80 9.1 L/100 km and 80 litres; Mazda 3 Hatchback 5.9 L/100 km and 51 litres
- Safety and warranty: Maxus V80 2 airbags and 3-year warranty; Mazda 3 Hatchback 7 airbags, AEB and 5-year warranty
V80
- Much larger body: 5,700 mm long and 2,552 mm tall
- Strong diesel torque at 330 Nm
- Lower purchase price than the Mazda
- Only two seats
- Higher fuel use at 9.1 L/100 km
- Two airbags and no AEB listed
3 Hatchback
- Five-seat cabin suits daily private use
- Lower fuel use at 5.9 L/100 km
- Seven airbags, AEB and 5-year warranty
- Costs RM17,544 more
- Far less torque at 153 Nm
- Smaller 295-litre boot
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 102,076✓ | RM 119,620 |
| Body type | Commercial | Hatchback |
| Segment | Commercial | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 2,499 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 136 hp✓ | 118 hp |
| Torque | 330 Nm✓ | 153 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 92 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 17.5 | 14 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5 Speed Manual | SkyActiv-Drive |
| Gears | 5 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mazda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 9.1 L/100 km | 5.9 L/100 km✓ |
| Top Speed | — | 200 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,700 mm | 4,460 mm |
| Width | 2,383 mm | 1,795 mm |
| Height | 2,552 mm | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,850 mm | 2,725 mm |
| Weight | 3,500 kg | 1,368 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 51 litres |
| Doors | 6 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 295 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/75R16 | 215/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/75R16 | 215/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Turanza T005A |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel | 18" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Disc |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | G-Vectoring Control Plus |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Smart City Brake Support (SCBS) - Front and Rear |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | — | Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | 8.8" MZD Connect Infotainment System with Commander Control Knob, Bluetooth, 8 Speakers, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control with Highway & Traffic Jam Assist |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | 7" TFT-LCD Digital Instrument Cluster Display with Analogue Dials |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/100,000 km free service |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 839 | RM 90✓ |
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.
V80 vs 3 Hatchback FAQ
Is the Maxus V80 or Mazda 3 Hatchback better?
For private use, the Mazda 3 Hatchback is better: it has five seats, 7 airbags, AEB, automatic transmission and lower fuel use. The Maxus V80 is better only if you need a large two-seat diesel commercial vehicle.
What is the price difference?
The Mazda 3 Hatchback costs RM17,544 more than the Maxus V80. The Maxus is RM102,076, while the Mazda is RM119,620.
Which is cheaper to run on road tax and fuel?
The Mazda 3 Hatchback is cheaper on both listed measures: RM90 road tax and 5.9 L/100 km fuel economy, versus the Maxus V80’s RM839 road tax and 9.1 L/100 km.