Nissan NV200 Panel Van 1.6L vs Semi-Panel Van 1.6L
Verdict
For a Malaysian business buyer, this is a hard-nosed price call rather than a mechanical one. The Nissan NV200 Panel Van 1.6L costs RM79,800, while the Nissan NV200 Semi-Panel Van 1.6L costs RM85,888, so the RM6,088 gap does not buy more power, more cargo room or lower fuel use on paper. Both use a 1,598 cc petrol engine with 108 hp and 152 Nm, a manual gearbox, front-wheel drive and a 4,200-litre load area. Unless the Semi-Panel Van’s specific trim suits your work, the cheaper Panel Van is the cleaner buy.
Pick the Nissan NV200 Panel Van 1.6L if you want the same engine, cargo volume and running figures for less money.
Pick the Nissan NV200 Semi-Panel Van 1.6L if its semi-panel trim suits your daily work and you accept the RM6,088 premium.
Key differences
- Price: Nissan NV200 Panel Van 1.6L RM79,800; Nissan NV200 Semi-Panel Van 1.6L RM85,888
- Engine output: Nissan NV200 Panel Van 1.6L 108 hp and 152 Nm; Nissan NV200 Semi-Panel Van 1.6L 108 hp and 152 Nm
- Fuel economy: Nissan NV200 Panel Van 1.6L 7.1 L/100km; Nissan NV200 Semi-Panel Van 1.6L 7.1 L/100km
- Cargo volume: Nissan NV200 Panel Van 1.6L 4,200 L; Nissan NV200 Semi-Panel Van 1.6L 4,200 L
- Seats: Nissan NV200 Panel Van 1.6L 2; Nissan NV200 Semi-Panel Van 1.6L 2
- Safety kit: Nissan NV200 Panel Van 1.6L 2 airbags and no AEB; Nissan NV200 Semi-Panel Van 1.6L 2 airbags and no AEB
Panel Van 1.6L
- Lower purchase price
- Same 108 hp and 152 Nm as the Semi-Panel Van
- Same 4,200-litre cargo volume
- Manual transmission only
- Two seats only
- No auto emergency braking
Semi-Panel Van 1.6L
- Same 1,598 cc petrol engine as the Panel Van
- Same 7.1 L/100km fuel economy
- Same RM120 annual road tax
- Costs RM6,088 more with no listed mechanical gain
- Manual transmission only
- No auto emergency braking
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 79,800✓ | RM 85,888 |
| Body type | Commercial | Commercial |
| Segment | Commercial | Commercial |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with continuously variable-valve timing control | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with continuously variable-valve timing control |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 108 hp | 108 hp |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8 | 9.8 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 5MT | 5MT |
| Gears | 5 | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Jatco | Jatco |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 7.14 L/100 km | 7.14 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,400 mm | 4,400 mm |
| Width | 1,695 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,855 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,725 mm | 2,725 mm |
| Weight | 1,220 kg | 1,220 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 55 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Boot Space | 4,200 litres | 4,200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 165/R14C | 165/R14C |
| Rear Tyre | 165/R14C | 165/R14C |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 14" Steel | 14" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 14" Steel | 14" Steel |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Drum | Drum |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual | Manual |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | Front Seats Only |
| Safety Notes | Brake Assist | Brake Assist |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player with 2 Speakers | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player with 2 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Flexible Second Row Fold-Away, Five-seater option |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 3 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | RM 120 |
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.
Panel Van 1.6L vs Semi-Panel Van 1.6L FAQ
Is the Nissan NV200 Panel Van 1.6L or Nissan NV200 Semi-Panel Van 1.6L better?
The Nissan NV200 Panel Van 1.6L is better value. It matches the Semi-Panel Van on engine output, fuel economy, cargo volume, seats, airbags and road tax, while costing less.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan NV200 Semi-Panel Van 1.6L costs RM6,088 more than the Nissan NV200 Panel Van 1.6L.
Do they differ in engine, cargo space or fuel use?
No. Both have a 1,598 cc petrol engine with 108 hp and 152 Nm, a manual gearbox, 4,200 litres of cargo space and rated fuel economy of 7.1 L/100km.