Verdict
These two serve very different jobs. At RM102,076, the Maxus V80 costs RM7,076 more, but brings a 2.5-litre turbodiesel with 136 hp and 330 Nm, an 80-litre tank and a 3,850 mm wheelbase for commercial use. The RM95,000 Veloz is the sensible passenger carrier: seven seats, a CVT, 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating and six airbags against the V80’s two. Its 105 hp and 138 Nm are far lower, but the 4,475 mm-long Toyota is much easier to place than the 5,700 mm Maxus.
Pick the Maxus V80 if you need a two-seat commercial vehicle with 330 Nm of diesel torque, six doors and a 3,850 mm wheelbase.
Pick the Toyota Veloz if you need seven seats, automatic driving and substantially more active and passive safety equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus V80 RM102,076; Toyota Veloz RM95,000.
- Power and torque: Maxus V80 136 hp and 330 Nm; Toyota Veloz 105 hp and 138 Nm.
- Seating: Maxus V80 2 seats; Toyota Veloz 7 seats.
- Length and wheelbase: Maxus V80 5,700 mm and 3,850 mm; Toyota Veloz 4,475 mm and 2,750 mm.
- Transmission: Maxus V80 5-speed manual; Toyota Veloz D-CVT automatic.
- Safety: Maxus V80 has 2 airbags; Toyota Veloz has 6 airbags and a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating.
V80
- 2.5-litre turbodiesel delivers 330 Nm.
- 80-litre fuel tank and 3,850 mm wheelbase.
- Six doors and full-size 16-inch steel spare.
- Only two seats against the Veloz's seven.
- 5-speed manual versus the Veloz's D-CVT automatic.
- Two airbags and no listed stability control, autonomous braking or blind-spot monitoring.
Veloz
- Seven seats with split-folding second and third rows.
- Six airbags, stability control and TSS pre-collision braking.
- 9.0-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
- 105 hp and 138 Nm trail the V80's 136 hp and 330 Nm.
- 43-litre fuel tank is smaller than the V80's 80 litres.
- 4,475 mm length and 2,750 mm wheelbase are shorter than the V80's 5,700 mm and 3,850 mm.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM102,076 | RM95,000✓ |
| Body type | Commercial | MPV |
| Segment | Commercial | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel | 2NR-VE, 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,499 cc | 1,496 cc |
| Horsepower | 136 hp✓ | 105 hp |
| Torque | 330 Nm✓ | 138 Nm |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore | 92 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 17.5 | 11.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5 Speed Manual | D-CVT with Power Mode |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Akashi Kikai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 9.1 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,700 mm | 4,475 mm |
| Width | 2,383 mm | 1,750 mm |
| Height | 2,552 mm | 1,700 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,850 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 3,500 kg | 1,185 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 43 litres |
| Doors | 6 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 137 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/75R16 | 205/50R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/75R16 | 205/50R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full-size 17" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Toyo Proxes CR1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel | 17" Two-tone Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Higher suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | Front and Second Row Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Front Departure Alert, Pedal Misoperation Control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Reflector with Matrix Adaptive Driving Beam |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding Middle Row with One-touch Tumble, Manual Sliding and Recline, Armrest, 50:50 Split-folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Rear Vents with Adjustable Blower |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Front USB, 2 Rear USB for Second Row |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | 9.0" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go and Steering Assist |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Auto Brake Hold |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM839 | RM120✓ |
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 Veloz FAQ
Is the Maxus V80 or Toyota Veloz better?
The Toyota Veloz is better for carrying people, with seven seats, a CVT, six airbags and active safety systems. The Maxus V80 is better for commercial use, pairing two seats with 330 Nm from its 2.5-litre turbodiesel.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus V80 costs RM102,076 and the Toyota Veloz costs RM95,000, so the V80 is RM7,076 more expensive.
Which has better safety equipment?
The Toyota Veloz has the stronger safety specification: six airbags, stability control, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert and pre-collision braking with pedestrian detection. The Maxus V80 has driver and passenger airbags plus ABS/EBD.