Verdict
The V80 is about 20% cheaper. Weigh that against the equipment each side gives you in the table below.
What the V80 has over the Hiace
What the Hiace 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 1,280 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The V80 is 688 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✓ | RM127,800 |
| Body type | Commercial | Commercial |
| Segment | Commercial | Commercial |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM839✓ | RM1,611 |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,040/mo✓ | RM1,305/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM3,001✓ | RM3,669 |
| Fuel / year (est.) | RM3,822✓ | RM4,326 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | RM19.11✓ | RM21.63 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | RM38,309✓ | RM48,033 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel | 16-valve DOHC D-4D, Turbocharged with Intercooler and Common-rail Direct Injection (Euro 4) |
| Capacity | 2,499 cc | 2,982 cc |
| Horsepower | 136 hp at 3,800 rpm✓ | 134 hp at 3,400 rpm |
| Torque | 330 Nm at 1,800 rpm✓ | 300 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 92 mm × 94 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 17.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 5 Speed Manual | 5-speed Manual |
| Gears | 5 | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 9.1 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,700 mm | 4,695 mm |
| Width | 2,383 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 2,552 mm | 1,980 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,850 mm | 2,570 mm |
| Weight | 3,500 kg | 1,825 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 70 litres |
| Doors | 6 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Front Tyre | 215/75R16 | 195R15C |
| Rear Tyre | 215/75R16 | 195R15C |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full-size 15" Steel |
| Wiper Blade (Driver) | 22 inch | — |
| Wiper Blade (Passenger) | 22 inch | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Leaf Spring |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel | 15" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel | 15" Steel |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Cargo area 2,930 x 1,545 x 1,335 mm; GVW 2,800 kg; Load Sensing Proportioning and Bypass Valve (LSP and BV) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 4 stars — With 2 airbags and no stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Safety Notes | — | GOA body, high-mount stop lamp, seat belt pretensioners |
| 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 | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear Vents with Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | Radio CD/MP3 Player 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 |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Convenience Notes | — | Outside temperature display; optional 7-inch touchscreen display audio with reverse camera, DVR and vehicle telematics system |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 3 years |
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 one is locally assembled?
The V80 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Hiace is fully imported (CBU) from Thailand. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.