Verdict
At RM102,076, the Maxus V80 costs RM332,924 less than the RM435,000 Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer, but they serve markedly different Malaysian jobs. The V80 is a 5,700-mm-long, two-seat commercial van with a 5-speed manual, 330 Nm diesel and 80-litre tank. The Vito Tourer carries 10, has a 208-hp petrol engine, 9G-TRONIC automatic and 350 Nm from 1,300 rpm. Its six airbags, Active Brake Assist and rear ISOFIX make the extra spend relevant for passenger duty, not basic hauling.
Pick the Maxus V80 if a two-seat commercial van, a 5,700-mm body and the far lower RM102,076 entry price suit your work.
Pick the Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer if you need 10 seats, an automatic gearbox and substantially stronger active and passive safety provision.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus V80 RM102,076; Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer RM435,000.
- Seating: Maxus V80 2 seats; Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer 10 seats.
- Power and torque: Maxus V80 136 hp and 330 Nm; Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer 208 hp and 350 Nm.
- Transmission: Maxus V80 5-speed manual; Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer 9-speed 9G-TRONIC automatic.
- Safety: Maxus V80 2 airbags; Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer 6 airbags plus Active Brake Assist.
- Dimensions: Maxus V80 is 5,700 mm long with a 3,850-mm wheelbase; Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer is 5,370 mm long with a 3,430-mm wheelbase.
V80
- RM332,924 cheaper to buy.
- Longer 5,700-mm body and 3,850-mm wheelbase.
- Three-year/100,000-km manufacturer warranty and 80-litre tank.
- Only two seats versus the Vito Tourer’s 10.
- 5-speed manual versus a 9-speed automatic.
- Two airbags and no listed stability control, autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist.
Vito Tourer
- 10 seats with split-folding, sliding and captain-seat rear seating.
- 208 hp, 350 Nm and a 9-speed automatic.
- Six airbags, stability control, Active Brake Assist and blind-spot monitoring.
- Costs RM332,924 more.
- Shorter 5,370-mm body and 3,430-mm wheelbase.
- Two-year manufacturer warranty versus three years for the V80.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM102,076✓ | RM435,000 |
| Body type | Commercial | MPV |
| Segment | Commercial | Commercial |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM839 | RM436✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel | 16-valve DOHC with Direct Fuel Injection, Turbocharger and Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 2,499 cc | 1,991 cc |
| Horsepower | 136 hp at 3,800 rpm | 208 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 330 Nm at 1,800 rpm | 350 Nm at 1,300 rpm✓ |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 92 mm × 94 mm | 83 mm × 92 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 17.5 | 9.8 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5 Speed Manual | 9G-TRONIC |
| Gears | 5 | 9 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Mercedes-Benz (Daimler AG) |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 9.1 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,700 mm | 5,370 mm |
| Width | 2,383 mm | 1,928 mm |
| Height | 2,552 mm | 1,958 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,850 mm | 3,430 mm |
| Weight | 3,500 kg | 3,100 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 70 litres |
| Doors | 6 | 4 |
| Seats | 2 | 10 |
| Front Tyre | 215/75R16 | 225/55R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/75R16 | 225/55R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | — |
| Factory Tyres | — | Dunlop Econodrive |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Spain (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Double Wishbones |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel | 17" 5-twin-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel | 17" 5-twin-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | — | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 10 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for Rear Passenger Seats in 2nd and 3rd Row |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Active Brake Assist |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Attention Assist |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function, Heated |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding and Sliding 2nd Row, Captain Seats 3rd Row, Folding and Sliding 4th Row Bench |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 2 Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | 7" Touchscreen Audio 30 with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows | Two Windows, 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 | — | Active Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Foot-operated |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | — | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years✓ | 2 years |
| Warranty Extended | — | 2 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 V80 & Vito Tourer for sale
V80 vs Vito Tourer FAQ
Is the Maxus V80 or Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer better?
The Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer is better for carrying people, with 10 seats, six airbags and Active Brake Assist. The Maxus V80 is the better fit for a low-cost two-seat commercial role.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer costs RM332,924 more than the Maxus V80: RM435,000 versus RM102,076.
Which one has the better drivetrain for long passenger trips?
The Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer has the more suitable drivetrain: 208 hp, 350 Nm from 1,300 rpm and a 9-speed automatic. The V80 has 136 hp, 330 Nm and a 5-speed manual.
