Verdict
At RM98,888 against RM102,076, the JMC Vigus Pro is RM3,188 cheaper and its annual road tax is RM439 rather than RM839. It also brings an eight-speed ZF automatic, all-wheel drive and 340 Nm from 1,500 rpm, versus the Maxus V80’s five-speed manual, front-wheel drive and 330 Nm at 1,800 rpm. The V80 is the larger commercial vehicle at 5,700 mm long with an 80-litre tank, but it seats only two. For a Malaysian buyer needing five seats and more driver aids, the Vigus Pro is the clearer buy.
Pick the JMC Vigus Pro if you want five seats, all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic for less money.
Pick the Maxus V80 if you need its 5,700 mm body, 3,850 mm wheelbase and 80-litre fuel tank in a two-seat commercial layout.
Key differences
- Price: JMC Vigus Pro RM98,888; Maxus V80 RM102,076.
- Powertrain: JMC Vigus Pro 139 hp and 340 Nm; Maxus V80 136 hp and 330 Nm.
- Transmission and drive: JMC Vigus Pro eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive; Maxus V80 five-speed manual and front-wheel drive.
- Size: JMC Vigus Pro is 5,305 mm long with a 3,085 mm wheelbase; Maxus V80 is 5,700 mm long with a 3,850 mm wheelbase.
- Seating and doors: JMC Vigus Pro has five seats and four doors; Maxus V80 has two seats and six doors.
- Fuel tank and road tax: JMC Vigus Pro has a 68-litre tank and RM439 annual road tax; Maxus V80 has an 80-litre tank and RM839 road tax.
Vigus Pro
- Eight-speed ZF automatic with manual mode and paddle shifts.
- All-wheel drive and a locking rear differential.
- Stability control, hill descent control, reverse camera and ISOFIX.
- 68-litre fuel tank is 12 litres smaller than the Maxus V80’s.
- Shorter 5,305 mm body and 3,085 mm wheelbase than the Maxus V80.
V80
- Larger 5,700 mm body and 3,850 mm wheelbase.
- 80-litre fuel tank and a rated 9.1 L/100 km consumption figure.
- Rear air-con vents with blower control and four rear parking sensors.
- Costs RM3,188 more and annual road tax is RM400 higher.
- Five-speed manual and front-wheel drive versus the Vigus Pro’s eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive.
- Lower outputs of 136 hp and 330 Nm, plus no listed stability control or reverse camera.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM98,888✓ | RM102,076 |
| Body type | Pickup | Commercial |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Commercial |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM839 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Direct Injection | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,499 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp at 3,600 rpm✓ | 136 hp at 3,800 rpm |
| Torque | 340 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ | 330 Nm at 1,800 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 86 mm × 86 mm | 92 mm × 94 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.7 | 17.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Auto Transmission with Manual Mode | 5 Speed Manual |
| Gears | 8 | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | —✓ | 9.1 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,305 mm | 5,700 mm |
| Width | 1,905 mm | 2,383 mm |
| Height | 1,835 mm | 2,552 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 3,850 mm |
| Weight | 1,995 kg | 3,500 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 6 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R16 | 215/75R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R16 | 215/75R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Bravo All-terrain | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Solid Axle with Leaf Springs | Leaf Spring |
| Front Wheels | 16" 2-tone 12-spoke Alloy | 16" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 16" 2-tone 12-spoke Alloy | 16" Steel |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Locking Rear Differential | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | — |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 2 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | — |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Projector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | Bulb | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Fixed Backrest | — |
| Front Air-con | Manual Single-zone | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear Vents with Blower Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front | — |
| Audio | 8" Infotainment Touchscreen with 4 Speakers | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Two Windows |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | — |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | — |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | — |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | — |
| Convenience Notes | Heated Door Mirrors | — |
| 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.
Used Vigus Pro & V80 for sale
Vigus Pro vs V80 FAQ
Is the JMC Vigus Pro or Maxus V80 better?
The JMC Vigus Pro is the better all-round pick: it is cheaper, has five seats, all-wheel drive, an eight-speed automatic and more listed safety and convenience equipment. Choose the Maxus V80 only if its substantially larger dimensions and two-seat commercial format suit the job.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus V80 costs RM3,188 more than the JMC Vigus Pro: RM102,076 versus RM98,888. Its annual road tax is also RM839, compared with RM439 for the Vigus Pro.
Which one has the stronger drivetrain?
The JMC Vigus Pro does. Its 2.0-litre diesel makes 139 hp and 340 Nm from 1,500 rpm, paired with an eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. The Maxus V80 has 136 hp, 330 Nm, a five-speed manual and front-wheel drive.
