Maxus V80 vs MG 4
Verdict
At RM102,076 for the Maxus V80 and RM100,888 for the MG 4, the gap is only RM1,188, so the decision is not about price. The V80 is a 5,700 mm, two-seat diesel commercial with 330 Nm, an 80-litre tank and a manual gearbox. The MG 4 is a five-seat electric hatchback with 200 hp, rear-wheel drive, a 64.0 kWh battery and 435 km range. It also gets six airbags and AEB versus two airbags and no AEB on the Maxus.
Pick the Maxus V80 if your priority is a diesel commercial body, two-seat layout, 5,700 mm length and an 80-litre tank.
Pick the MG 4 if you want a five-seat EV hatchback with 200 hp, rear-wheel drive, 435 km range and stronger listed safety kit.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus V80 RM102,076; MG 4 RM100,888
- Seats: Maxus V80 2; MG 4 5
- Powertrain: Maxus V80 2,499 cc diesel; MG 4 single electric motor with 64.0 kWh battery
- Power: Maxus V80 136 hp; MG 4 200 hp
- Size: Maxus V80 5,700 mm long and 2,552 mm tall; MG 4 4,287 mm long and 1,504 mm tall
- Safety and costs: Maxus V80 2 airbags and RM839 road tax; MG 4 6 airbags and RM160 road tax
V80
- Much larger body: 5,700 mm long, 2,383 mm wide
- 330 Nm diesel torque and 80-litre fuel tank
- CKD assembly and commercial classification
- Only two seats
- Two airbags and no AEB listed
- Manual gearbox only
4
- 200 hp, rear-wheel drive and 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- 64.0 kWh battery with 435 km EV range
- Six airbags, AEB and five-year warranty
- 363-litre boot is not van-like cargo space
- CBU assembly versus the Maxus V80’s CKD status
- No diesel option or 80-litre fuel tank
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 102,076 | RM 100,888✓ |
| Body type | Commercial | Hatchback |
| Segment | Commercial | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel | — |
| Capacity | 2,499 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 136 hp | — |
| Torque | 330 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Bore | 92 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 17.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 200 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 250 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Capacity | — | 64 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 435 km✓ |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 kW |
| V2L | — | 2.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5 Speed Manual | — |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | —✓ | 7.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 9.1 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 160 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,700 mm | 4,287 mm |
| Width | 2,383 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 2,552 mm | 1,504 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,850 mm | 2,705 mm |
| Weight | 3,500 kg | 1,685 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 6 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 363 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/75R16 | 235/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/75R16 | 235/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Turanza T005 EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel | 18" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projector |
| 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 | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 3 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 839 | RM 160✓ |
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 4 FAQ
Is the Maxus V80 or MG 4 better?
The MG 4 is better for private use: five seats, 200 hp, 435 km EV range, six airbags and AEB. The Maxus V80 is better if you need a two-seat diesel commercial vehicle with a much larger body.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus V80 costs RM102,076 and the MG 4 costs RM100,888, so the Maxus is RM1,188 more expensive.
Which one has lower annual road tax?
The MG 4 has the lower annual road tax at RM160. The Maxus V80 is listed at RM839 per year, a difference of RM679.