Verdict
These are radically different tools. The RM11,724-cheaper Maxus V80 is a 5,700-mm commercial vehicle with two seats, an 80-litre diesel tank and a 2.5-litre turbodiesel producing 136 hp and 330 Nm through a five-speed manual. It suits buyers moving equipment rather than people. The Nissan Kicks e-Power costs more, but its five-seat SUV cabin, 423-litre boot, 136-hp/280-Nm motor, eCVT and much broader active-safety kit make it the sensible daily family car. Its RM85 annual road tax also undercuts the V80's RM839 by a large margin.
Pick the Maxus V80 if you need a two-seat commercial vehicle with a 5,700-mm body, 330 Nm of diesel torque and an 80-litre tank.
Pick the Nissan Kicks e-Power if you want five seats, a 423-litre boot, automatic driving and autonomous braking for daily passenger use.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus V80 RM102,076; Nissan Kicks e-Power RM113,800.
- Seats: Maxus V80 2; Nissan Kicks e-Power 5.
- Length: Maxus V80 5,700 mm; Nissan Kicks e-Power 4,384 mm.
- Torque: Maxus V80 330 Nm; Nissan Kicks e-Power motor 280 Nm.
- Annual road tax: Maxus V80 RM839; Nissan Kicks e-Power RM85.
- Warranty: Maxus V80 3 years/100,000 km; Nissan Kicks e-Power 5 years/100,000 km.
V80
- RM11,724 cheaper to buy.
- 330 Nm from its 2.5-litre turbodiesel.
- 80-litre fuel tank and rear air-con vents with blower control.
- Only two seats against the Kicks e-Power's five.
- No stability control, autonomous braking, collision warning or reverse camera.
- Five-speed manual where the Kicks e-Power uses an eCVT automatic.
Kicks e-Power
- Five seats, a 423-litre boot and 60:40 split-fold rear seats.
- Autonomous braking, collision warning, stability control and a reverse camera.
- Five-year/100,000-km vehicle warranty plus an eight-year/160,000-km battery warranty.
- Costs RM11,724 more.
- 280 Nm motor torque is 50 Nm below the V80's 330 Nm.
- 41-litre fuel tank is 39 litres smaller than the V80's 80-litre tank.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM102,076✓ | RM113,800 |
| Body type | Commercial | SUV |
| Segment | Commercial | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM839 | RM85✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel | 12-valve DOHC, Naturally-aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,499 cc | 1,198 cc |
| Horsepower | 136 hp✓ | 82 hp |
| Torque | 330 Nm✓ | 103 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol Hybrid/REV |
| Bore | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 17.5 | 12 |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 136 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 280 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 2.1 kWh |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | eCVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5 Speed Manual | — |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | —✓ | 9.5 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 9.1 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 21.7 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,700 mm | 4,384 mm |
| Width | 2,383 mm | 1,813 mm |
| Height | 2,552 mm | 1,610 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,850 mm | 2,673 mm |
| Weight | 3,500 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 41 litres |
| Doors | 6 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 423 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/75R16 | 205/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/75R16 | 205/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | — |
| Factory Tyres | — | Yokohama BluEarth E70 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| 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 & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 5 Three Point |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflectors |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-fold |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activated |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8 Years/ 160,000 km Warranty for EV Battery |
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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V80 vs Kicks e-Power FAQ
Is the Maxus V80 or Nissan Kicks e-Power better?
The Kicks e-Power is better for passenger transport, with five seats, a 423-litre boot, eCVT automatic transmission and active safety systems. The V80 is the better fit for commercial work needing its two-seat layout, 5,700-mm body and 330 Nm diesel output.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Kicks e-Power costs RM113,800, which is RM11,724 more than the Maxus V80 at RM102,076.
Which has the lower annual road tax?
The Nissan Kicks e-Power has the lower annual road tax at RM85, versus RM839 for the Maxus V80. That is a RM754 yearly difference.