Verdict
The Maxus V80 makes the stronger working-case argument: its 330 Nm from 1,800 rpm beats the Hiace’s 300 Nm, it has an 80-litre tank against 70 litres, and four rear parking sensors rather than two. It is also a much larger van at 5,700 mm long and 2,383 mm wide, so yard and city-centre access need more care. The Toyota Hiace answers with rear-wheel drive, Bluetooth and a driver’s auto-up/down window with anti-pinch. For a buyer watching recurring costs, the V80’s RM839 annual road tax is RM772 lower.
Pick the Maxus V80 if lower RM839 road tax, 330 Nm torque, four rear sensors and a 5,700 mm-long load van suit your work.
Pick the Toyota Hiace if you want rear-wheel drive, Bluetooth, a driver’s anti-pinch window and its stated 4-star ANCAP result.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus V80 RM102,076; Toyota Hiace RM127,800.
- Road tax: Maxus V80 RM839/year; Toyota Hiace RM1,611/year.
- Torque: Maxus V80 330 Nm at 1,800 rpm; Toyota Hiace 300 Nm.
- Driveline: Maxus V80 front-wheel drive; Toyota Hiace rear-wheel drive.
- Dimensions: Maxus V80 5,700 x 2,383 x 2,552 mm; Toyota Hiace 4,695 x 1,695 x 1,980 mm.
- Rear parking sensors: Maxus V80 four; Toyota Hiace two.
V80
- RM25,724 cheaper to buy.
- 330 Nm and 136 hp, versus 300 Nm and 134 hp.
- Four-speaker audio and four rear parking sensors.
- No Bluetooth, while the Hiace has it.
- Driver’s window lacks the Hiace’s auto-up/down and anti-pinch function.
Hiace
- Rear-wheel drive.
- Bluetooth is standard.
- Driver’s window has auto-up/down with anti-pinch.
- Costs RM25,724 more.
- RM1,611 annual road tax is RM772 higher.
- Has two rear parking sensors to the V80’s four.
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 |
| 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 October 2026.
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V80 vs Hiace FAQ
Is the Maxus V80 or Toyota Hiace better?
The Maxus V80 is the better pick for lower purchase and road-tax costs, stronger 330 Nm torque and more rear parking sensors. Choose the Toyota Hiace for rear-wheel drive, Bluetooth and the driver’s anti-pinch window.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Hiace costs RM127,800, which is RM25,724 more than the RM102,076 Maxus V80.
Which van is easier to park?
The Toyota Hiace is 1,005 mm shorter and 688 mm narrower than the Maxus V80, which should make it easier to place in tight spaces. The V80 counters with four rear parking sensors against the Hiace’s two.
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.