Maxus V80 vs Nissan Navara
Verdict
At RM102,076, the Maxus V80 is RM3,476 dearer than the Nissan Navara, but it buys a much bigger commercial body: 5,700 mm long, 2,383 mm wide and 2,552 mm tall. The Navara is the stronger mechanical package, with 161 hp, 403 Nm, a six-speed manual and all-wheel drive against the V80’s 136 hp, 330 Nm, five-speed manual and front-wheel drive. For a Malaysian buyer, this is van space versus pick-up traction and torque.
Pick the Maxus V80 if you need the larger commercial body, six doors, rear air vents and a 9.1 L/100 km rated diesel figure.
Pick the Nissan Navara if you want more torque, all-wheel drive, a six-speed manual gearbox and the longer 5-year/150,000 km warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus V80 RM102,076; Nissan Navara RM98,600
- Output: Maxus V80 136 hp/330 Nm; Nissan Navara 161 hp/403 Nm
- Transmission and drive: Maxus V80 5-speed manual, front-wheel drive; Nissan Navara 6-speed manual, all-wheel drive
- Size: Maxus V80 5,700/2,383/2,552 mm; Nissan Navara 5,335/1,790/1,775 mm
- Wheelbase: Maxus V80 3,850 mm; Nissan Navara 3,150 mm
- Warranty: Maxus V80 3 years/100,000 km; Nissan Navara 5 years/150,000 km
V80
- Much larger body and longer 3,850 mm wheelbase
- Six-door commercial layout versus the Navara’s two doors
- Rear air vents with blower control, 4 rear parking sensors and solid rear disc brakes
- Less power and torque: 136 hp/330 Nm versus 161 hp/403 Nm
- Five-speed manual and front-wheel drive versus six-speed manual and all-wheel drive
- Shorter warranty at 3 years/100,000 km
Navara
- Stronger 2.5-litre diesel with 161 hp and 403 Nm
- Six-speed manual, all-wheel drive and ladder-frame chassis
- Gets reverse camera, Bluetooth, steering audio controls and electric folding mirrors
- Far smaller body: 5,335 mm long and 1,790 mm wide versus 5,700 mm and 2,383 mm
- No rear air vents listed, while the Maxus V80 has rear vents with blower control
- Rear drum brakes versus the Maxus V80’s solid rear discs
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 102,076 | RM 98,600✓ |
| Body type | Commercial | Pickup |
| Segment | Commercial | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel | 16-valve DOHC, Common-rail direct injection, Variable Geometry Turbo |
| Capacity | 2,499 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 136 hp | 161 hp✓ |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 403 Nm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | — | Chain |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 17.5 | 15 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 5 Speed Manual | 6MT |
| Gears | 5 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Nissan |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 9.1 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,700 mm | 5,335 mm |
| Width | 2,383 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 2,552 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,850 mm | 3,150 mm |
| Weight | 3,500 kg | 1,828 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 6 | 2 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Front Tyre | 215/75R16 | 205R16C |
| Rear Tyre | 215/75R16 | 205R16C |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Dueler HT |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Ladder Frame |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Leaf Spring |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel | 16" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel | 16" Steel |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Drum |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Normal Bulb |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-Zone Manual |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player, MP3, Bluetooth, AUX Input with 2 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Multi-info Display |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 839 | RM 830✓ |
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 Navara FAQ
Is the Maxus V80 or Nissan Navara better?
The Nissan Navara is better for driveline strength, with 161 hp, 403 Nm, all-wheel drive and a six-speed manual. The Maxus V80 is better if body size matters, as it is longer, wider, taller and has a 3,850 mm wheelbase.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus V80 costs RM102,076 and the Nissan Navara costs RM98,600. That makes the Maxus RM3,476 more expensive.
Which has the longer warranty?
The Nissan Navara has the longer factory warranty at 5 years or 150,000 km. The Maxus V80 is covered for 3 years or 100,000 km.