Verdict
The ZS uses 24% less fuel, while the ZS is 19% more powerful. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
The V80 2.5L Bas Pekerja Window Van 15 Seater (RM139,422) sits above every ZS variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
What the ZS has over the V80
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The V80's wheelbase is 1,240 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The V80 is 565 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM102,076✓ | RM103,900 |
| Body type | Commercial | SUV |
| Segment | Commercial | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM839 | RM120✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,040/mo✓ | RM1,060/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,001 | RM2,981✓ |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM3,822 | RM2,746✓ |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM19.11 | RM13.73✓ |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM38,309 | RM29,236✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel | 1.5-litre Turbocharged Four-cylinder |
| Capacity | 2,499 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 136 hp at 3,800 rpm | 168 hp✓ |
| Torque | 330 Nm at 1,800 rpm✓ | 275 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 92 mm × 94 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 17.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5 Speed Manual | CVT with 8 Virtual Ratios |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 9.1 L/100 km | 6.9 L/100 km✓ |
| Co2 | —✓ | 161 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,700 mm | 4,430 mm |
| Width | 2,383 mm | 1,818 mm |
| Height | 2,552 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,850 mm | 2,610 mm |
| Weight | 3,500 kg | 1,390 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 6 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 443 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/75R16 | 215/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/75R16 | 215/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Space Saver |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 22 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 22 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Electric Power Steering |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Center Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 5 Three-point, Front and Rear Outer with Pretensioners and Load Limiters |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats, 3 Top Tethers |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Safety Notes | — | MG Pilot ADAS 2.5: Speed Limit Recognition with Overspeed and Limit-change Warnings, Front Collision Alert, Emergency Brake Assist, Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Rear Collision Warning (RCW), Door Opening Warning (DOW), Intelligent Headlamp Control, Direct TPMS, Auto Hold, Hill Descent Control |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED, Auto with Intelligent Headlamp Control (Auto High Beam) and Follow Me Home |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 6-way Powered Driver's Seat with Manual Lumbar, 6-way Powered Passenger Seat, Ventilated, Perforated Leatherette |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding, Adjustable Headrests |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Electric Panoramic Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front 12V, 4 USB (2 Front, 1 Rear-view Mirror, 1 Rear) |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | LED Front Reading Lights, Illuminated Vanity Mirrors, Boot Light |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | 12.3" Touchscreen, 6 Speakers, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, FM/AM Radio |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows | Four Windows, One-touch Up/Down Driver, One-touch Down Passengers |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation, Auto Door Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control (Intelligent Cruise Assist) |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Tailgate |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 360-degree HD Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | MG iSMART connected-car app, 3 drive modes (Eco, Normal, Sport), electronic gear lever, heated and auto-folding door mirrors, 12V socket, rear parcel tray |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 7 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5 years free maintenance (early-bird offer) |
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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Which has the better warranty?
The ZS carries a 7-year manufacturer warranty against 3 years for the V80. ZS: 5 years free maintenance (early-bird offer).