Verdict
At RM98,600, the Nissan Navara is RM1,200 cheaper and brings 403 Nm from its 2.5-litre diesel, six-speed manual and all-wheel drive for buyers who need traction. The RM99,800 Wuling Porta EV answers a different working brief: its 101 hp, 180 Nm motor and 41.9 kWh battery claim 300 km of range, while the 6.5 m3 cargo bay carries 1,165 kg. Its RM50 annual road tax versus RM830 is a major running-cost advantage. The Porta also has stability control, but the Navara’s extra torque and AWD matter away from paved routes.
The Navara Pro-4X 2.5 AT (RM154,800) sits above every Porta EV variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
Pick the Nissan Navara if you need 403 Nm, all-wheel drive and a 5-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty.
Pick the Wuling Porta EV if a 300 km electric range, 1,165 kg payload and RM50 annual road tax suit your delivery work.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan Navara RM98,600; Wuling Porta EV RM99,800.
- Output: Nissan Navara 161 hp and 403 Nm; Wuling Porta EV 101 hp and 180 Nm.
- Driveline: Nissan Navara all-wheel drive; Wuling Porta EV rear-wheel drive.
- Energy storage/range: Nissan Navara 80-litre diesel tank; Wuling Porta EV 41.9 kWh battery with 300 km range.
- Annual road tax: Nissan Navara RM830; Wuling Porta EV RM50.
- Dimensions: Nissan Navara 5,335 mm long and 1,775 mm tall; Wuling Porta EV 5,010 mm long and 1,960 mm tall.
Navara
- 403 Nm diesel torque at 2,000 rpm.
- All-wheel drive and six-speed manual gearbox.
- 5-year/150,000 km vehicle warranty.
- RM830 annual road tax versus RM50.
- No stability control, where the Porta EV has it.
- Halogen reflector headlamps versus the Porta EV’s LED headlamps.
Porta EV
- 41.9 kWh battery with a claimed 300 km range.
- 6.5 m3 cargo bay and 1,165 kg payload.
- Stability control, traction control and brake assist.
- 180 Nm is well down on the Navara’s 403 Nm.
- Rear-wheel drive versus the Navara’s all-wheel drive.
- 5-year/120,000 km vehicle warranty has 30,000 km less coverage.
What the Navara has over the Porta EV
What the Porta EV has over the Navara
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Navara's wheelbase is 100 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM98,600✓ | RM99,800 |
| Body type | Pickup | Commercial |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Commercial |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM50✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,005/mo✓ | RM1,020/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM2,910 | RM2,843✓ |
| Fuel or electricity / year (est.) | — | RM1,241 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | — | RM6.21 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | — | RM20,668 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Common-rail direct injection, Variable Geometry Turbo | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 161 hp at 3,600 rpm | — |
| Torque | 403 Nm at 2,000 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 89 mm × 100 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 15 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 101 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 180 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 41.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 300 km |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6MT | Single-speed Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Nissan | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Top Speed | — | 115 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,335 mm | 5,010 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,775 mm | 1,960 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,150 mm | 3,050 mm |
| Weight | 1,828 kg | 1,565 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 2 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Front Tyre | 205R16C | 195/70R15C |
| Rear Tyre | 205R16C | 195/70R15C |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler HT | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Leaf Springs (5-leaf) |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel | 15" Steel with Wheel Cap |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel | 15" Steel with Wheel Cap |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Electric Power Steering |
| Chassis Notes | — | Cargo 6.5 m3 (2,830 x 1,680 x 1,365 mm); payload 1,165 kg; GVW 2,730 kg; front disc / rear drum brakes |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | — |
| Safety Notes | — | Brake assist, traction control, VDC/VSC, low-speed pedestrian alarm; 83% ultra-high-strength steel cage-type body |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Halogen |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 2 Fabric Seats, 4-way Manual Adjustment |
| Front Air-con | Single-Zone Manual | Electronic Air Conditioning |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | USB Port |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | — |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | Yes |
| Audio | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player, MP3, Bluetooth, AUX Input with 2 Speakers | 8" Head Unit with Bluetooth and USB, 3.5" TFT Cluster |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Dual Power Windows, Driver Auto with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyed Ignition |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Central Locking (Integrated Key) |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Barn Doors, 270-degree Opening |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | Yes |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Dual Sliding Side Doors (777 mm) |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Multi-info Display | Rotary gear selector; dual sliding side doors (777 mm); 8-inch head unit in English, Chinese and Malay; 7 kW wallbox (RM3,500) free with early-bird bookings, along with a three-pin charger and 3-year/60,000 km scheduled maintenance |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 120,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | EV battery cell 6-yr/300,000 km; drive motor, EV battery and BMS 5-yr/200,000 km |
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). Electricity at RM0.44/kWh (TNB domestic, home charging); public DC charging costs around RM1.30/kWh. Charging times estimated from battery capacity and peak charging rates. Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked November 2026.
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Is the Nissan Navara or Wuling Porta EV better?
The Porta EV is better for urban cargo work, with 6.5 m3 of space, a 1,165 kg payload and 300 km claimed range. Choose the Navara for 403 Nm and all-wheel drive when traction is the priority.
What is the price difference?
The Wuling Porta EV costs RM1,200 more than the Nissan Navara. Its annual road tax is RM780 lower, at RM50 versus RM830.
Which is better for carrying cargo?
The Wuling Porta EV is the clearer cargo tool: it has a 6.5 m3 load bay, 1,165 kg payload, manual barn doors opening to 270 degrees and dual 777 mm sliding doors. No equivalent Navara cargo figures are stated.
Which one is locally assembled?
The Porta EV is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Navara 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.