Verdict
At RM102,076 versus RM299,800, the Maxus V80 and Zeekr 009 are not close on price, and they do very different jobs. The Maxus is a two-seat commercial diesel with a 5,700 mm body, 3,850 mm wheelbase and 80-litre tank; it is the working tool. The Zeekr is a seven-seat electric MPV with 335 hp, 604 km of range, 150 kW DC charging, air suspension and far more safety kit. The RM197,724 gap buys passenger comfort, performance and equipment, not extra van space.
Pick the Maxus V80 if you need the cheaper, larger commercial vehicle with two seats, diesel running and a full-size spare wheel.
Pick the Zeekr 009 if you want a seven-seat electric MPV with 604 km range, 335 hp and a much longer equipment list.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus V80 RM102,076; Zeekr 009 RM299,800
- Seats: Maxus V80 2; Zeekr 009 7
- Output: Maxus V80 136 hp/330 Nm diesel; Zeekr 009 335 hp/373 Nm electric motor
- Size: Maxus V80 5,700 mm long/3,850 mm wheelbase; Zeekr 009 5,209 mm long/3,205 mm wheelbase
- Warranty: Maxus V80 3 years/100,000 km; Zeekr 009 5 years/150,000 km plus 8 years/160,000 km battery warranty
- Road tax: Maxus V80 RM839 per year; Zeekr 009 RM395 per year
V80
- RM197,724 cheaper to buy
- Longer body and wheelbase than the Zeekr 009
- Full-size 16-inch steel spare wheel
- Only two seats versus seven in the Zeekr 009
- Much lower output at 136 hp versus 335 hp
- Far less safety kit, with no stability control, blind spot system or autonomous braking listed
009
- Seven seats and 574 litres of boot space
- 604 km EV range with 11 kW AC and 150 kW DC charging
- Air suspension, Matrix LED headlamps, 360-degree monitor and adaptive cruise control
- Costs RM197,724 more than the Maxus V80
- Shorter and lower, with a 3,205 mm wheelbase versus 3,850 mm
- Gets a tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 102,076✓ | RM 299,800 |
| Body type | Commercial | MPV |
| Segment | Commercial | Executive |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel | — |
| Capacity | 2,499 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 136 hp | — |
| Torque | 330 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Bore | 92 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 17.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 335 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 373 Nm✓ |
| Battery Type | — | Nickel Mangenese Cobalt |
| Battery Capacity | — | 116 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 604 km✓ |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5 Speed Manual | — |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | —✓ | 7.9 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 9.1 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 210 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,700 mm | 5,209 mm |
| Width | 2,383 mm | 2,024 mm |
| Height | 2,552 mm | 1,848 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,850 mm | 3,205 mm |
| Weight | 3,500 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 6 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 7 |
| Boot Space | — | 574 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/75R16 | 265/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/75R16 | 265/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Michelin Pilot Sport EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel | 20" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Four-chamber Air Suspension |
| 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 | — | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available on Four Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Matrix LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Powered Front Seats with Massage and Ventilation Functions |
| Rear Seats | — | Captain Middle Seats with Massage, Ventilation and Ottoman Functions, 60:40 Split-folding Third Row |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Middle, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Intelligent Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Middle, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Panoramic Glass Roof and Window Shades |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 30-speaker Yamaha Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Contactless Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Sliding Rear Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 839 | RM 395✓ |
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 009 FAQ
Is the Maxus V80 or Zeekr 009 better?
For business use and purchase price, the Maxus V80 makes more sense. For family or executive transport, the Zeekr 009 is clearly better equipped, with seven seats, 604 km EV range, stronger performance and far more safety features.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr 009 costs RM299,800, while the Maxus V80 costs RM102,076. That makes the Zeekr RM197,724 more expensive.
Which one is cheaper to tax?
The Zeekr 009 has the lower annual road tax at RM395. The Maxus V80 is listed at RM839 per year, so it costs RM444 more annually in road tax.