Verdict
These are cross-shopped only if your needs are unusually broad. The RM102,076 Maxus V80 costs RM8,276 more than the RM93,800 MG 5, yet brings a commercial-body layout, two seats and a 2.5-litre diesel producing 136 hp and 330 Nm. Its 5,700 mm length and 3,850 mm wheelbase suit a very different job, but make it far less wieldy than the 4,675 mm MG. For private Malaysian use, the MG 5’s five seats, CVT, 401-litre boot and far fuller safety kit make the stronger case. Its RM90 annual road tax versus RM839 also matters year after year.
Pick the Maxus V80 if you need its six-door commercial body, 330 Nm diesel torque and 80-litre fuel tank more than five-passenger practicality and driver aids.
Pick the MG 5 if you want a five-seat sedan with a CVT, 401-litre boot, six airbags and active safety for less money.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus V80 RM102,076; MG 5 RM93,800.
- Power and torque: Maxus V80 136 hp and 330 Nm; MG 5 112 hp and 150 Nm.
- Transmission: Maxus V80 five-speed manual; MG 5 iCVT automatic.
- Length and wheelbase: Maxus V80 5,700 mm and 3,850 mm; MG 5 4,675 mm and 2,680 mm.
- Seating and doors: Maxus V80 two seats and six doors; MG 5 five seats and four doors.
- Road tax per year: Maxus V80 RM839; MG 5 RM90.
V80
- 136 hp and 330 Nm 2.5-litre turbodiesel
- 80-litre fuel tank and full-size 16-inch steel spare
- Rear air-con vents with blower control and four rear parking sensors
- RM8,276 dearer, with RM839 annual road tax versus RM90
- Five-speed manual instead of the MG 5’s iCVT automatic
- Only two airbags, with no stability control or autonomous braking listed
5
- Five seats, 401-litre boot and one-piece folding rear seat
- Six airbags, stability control, autonomous braking and blind spot information system
- 10.25-inch touchscreen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus 360-degree camera
- 112 hp and 150 Nm trail the V80’s 136 hp and 330 Nm
- 45-litre fuel tank is 35 litres smaller than the V80’s 80 litres
- Space-saver spare instead of a full-size spare tyre
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM102,076 | RM93,800✓ |
| Body type | Commercial | Sedan |
| Segment | Commercial | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM839 | RM90✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,499 cc | 1,498 cc |
| Horsepower | 136 hp✓ | 112 hp |
| Torque | 330 Nm✓ | 150 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 17.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5 Speed Manual | iCVT |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | —✓ | 11.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 9.1 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,700 mm | 4,675 mm |
| Width | 2,383 mm | 1,842 mm |
| Height | 2,552 mm | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,850 mm | 2,680 mm |
| Weight | 3,500 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 45 litres |
| Doors | 6 | 4 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 401 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/75R16 | 215/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/75R16 | 215/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | — | Maxxis Primetra S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel | 17" Alloys |
| 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 | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| 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 | — | Warning Only |
| 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 | — | One-piece Folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear AC vent |
| Sunroof | — | Yes |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 3 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| 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 | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 3 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| 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 | — | 7 Years/Unlimited Mileage Warranty on Powertrain |
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 V80 & 5 for sale
V80 vs 5 FAQ
Is the Maxus V80 or MG 5 better?
The MG 5 is better for most private buyers: it has five seats, a CVT, 401 litres of boot space, six airbags and active safety. Choose the V80 only when its commercial body, two-seat layout and 330 Nm diesel torque are required.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus V80 costs RM8,276 more than the MG 5. It is RM102,076 versus RM93,800, and its annual road tax is also RM749 higher at RM839 versus RM90.
Which one has the better safety equipment?
The MG 5 does. It has six airbags, stability control, autonomous braking, collision warning, blind spot information and a 360-degree camera. The V80 has driver and passenger airbags, ABS/EBD and four rear parking sensors.