Verdict
At RM98,888, the JMC Vigus Pro is only RM288 dearer than the RM98,600 Nissan Navara, yet it is the far more usable everyday pickup on these specifications: four doors, five seats, an 8-speed ZF automatic, stability control and a locking rear differential. The Navara answers with the stronger 2.5-litre diesel, producing 161 hp and 403 Nm against 139 hp and 340 Nm, plus an 80-litre tank and a five-year/150,000 km warranty. For a Malaysian buyer carrying people as well as cargo, the JMC’s equipment and seating layout matter more; the Nissan suits a narrower, manual-focused brief.
Pick the JMC Vigus Pro if you need five seats and four doors, plus an 8-speed automatic, stability control and a locking rear differential for just RM288 more.
Pick the Nissan Navara if stronger 161 hp/403 Nm diesel output, an 80-litre fuel tank and a five-year/150,000 km warranty matter more than rear-seat practicality and automatic convenience.
Key differences
- Price: JMC Vigus Pro RM98,888; Nissan Navara RM98,600.
- Output: JMC Vigus Pro 139 hp and 340 Nm; Nissan Navara 161 hp and 403 Nm.
- Transmission: JMC Vigus Pro 8-speed automatic; Nissan Navara 6-speed manual.
- Cabin layout: JMC Vigus Pro has four doors and five seats; Nissan Navara has two doors and two seats.
- Fuel tank: JMC Vigus Pro 68 litres; Nissan Navara 80 litres.
- Warranty: JMC Vigus Pro 3 years/100,000 km; Nissan Navara 5 years/150,000 km.
Vigus Pro
- Eight-speed ZF automatic with manual mode and paddle shifts.
- Four doors, five seats and ISOFIX for two outer rear seats.
- Stability control, hill descent control and locking rear differential.
- Costs RM288 more.
- Its 139 hp and 340 Nm trail the Nissan’s 161 hp and 403 Nm.
- Three-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter than five years/150,000 km.
Navara
- 2.5-litre diesel delivers 161 hp and 403 Nm.
- 80-litre fuel tank, 12 litres larger than the JMC’s.
- Five-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- Six-speed manual instead of the JMC’s eight-speed automatic.
- Two doors and two seats versus the JMC’s four doors and five seats.
- No listed stability control, hill descent control or locking rear differential.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM98,888 | RM98,600✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439✓ | RM830 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Direct Injection | 16-valve DOHC, Common-rail direct injection, Variable Geometry Turbo |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 2,488 cc |
| Horsepower | 139 hp at 3,600 rpm | 161 hp at 3,600 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 340 Nm at 1,500 rpm | 403 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 86 mm × 86 mm | 89 mm × 100 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.7 | 15 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed Auto Transmission with Manual Mode | 6MT |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | Nissan |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,305 mm | 5,335 mm |
| Width | 1,905 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Height | 1,835 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,085 mm | 3,150 mm |
| Weight | 1,995 kg | 1,828 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 68 litres | 80 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 2 |
| Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Front Tyre | 265/70R16 | 205R16C |
| Rear Tyre | 265/70R16 | 205R16C |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Maxxis Bravo All-terrain | Bridgestone Dueler HT |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| 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 | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | Front Seats Only |
| 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 | Single-Zone Manual |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 1 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 8" Infotainment Touchscreen with 4 Speakers | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player, MP3, Bluetooth, AUX Input with 2 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| 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 | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | — |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Heated Door Mirrors | Multi-info Display |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 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.
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Vigus Pro vs Navara FAQ
Is the JMC Vigus Pro or Nissan Navara better?
The JMC Vigus Pro is better for most private buyers because it has five seats, four doors, an 8-speed automatic and more listed safety and convenience equipment. Choose the Nissan Navara for its higher 161 hp/403 Nm output and longer five-year/150,000 km warranty.
What is the price difference?
The JMC Vigus Pro costs RM98,888 and the Nissan Navara costs RM98,600, so the JMC is RM288 more expensive.
Which pickup has lower annual road tax?
The JMC Vigus Pro has lower annual road tax at RM439, compared with RM830 for the Nissan Navara. That is a RM391 annual difference in the JMC’s favour.
