Verdict
At RM102,076, the Maxus V80 costs just RM1,188 more than the RM100,888 MG 4, but they serve sharply different jobs. The V80 is a 5,700-mm commercial vehicle with two seats, an 80-litre diesel tank and a 3,500-kg weight rating. The MG 4 is the far more practical personal car: five seats, a 363-litre boot and a 435-km electric range. Its 200-hp rear motor, 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time and RM160 annual road tax make it the clear everyday choice; buy the V80 for commercial-space needs.
Pick the Maxus V80 if you need a 5,700-mm, two-seat commercial vehicle with an 80-litre diesel tank and six doors.
Pick the MG 4 if you want a five-seat electric hatchback with 435 km of range, 363 litres of boot space and far lower RM160 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Maxus V80 RM102,076; MG 4 RM100,888.
- Powertrain: Maxus V80 2.5-litre 136-hp/330-Nm turbodiesel with five-speed manual; MG 4 200-hp/250-Nm rear electric motor with single-ratio automatic.
- Size: Maxus V80 is 5,700 mm long and 2,383 mm wide; MG 4 is 4,287 mm long and 1,836 mm wide.
- Seating: Maxus V80 has 2 seats and 6 doors; MG 4 has 5 seats and 5 doors.
- Road tax: Maxus V80 RM839 per year; MG 4 RM160 per year.
- Safety: Maxus V80 has 2 airbags; MG 4 has 6 airbags plus autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist.
V80
- 5,700-mm commercial body with six doors
- 330 Nm from a 2.5-litre turbodiesel
- 80-litre diesel tank and full-size steel spare wheel
- Only two seats, versus five in the MG 4
- RM839 annual road tax, versus RM160
- Two airbags and no listed stability control, autonomous braking or lane-keeping assist
4
- 435-km range from a 64-kWh battery
- 200 hp, rear-wheel drive and 7.7-second 0-100 km/h
- Six airbags, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control
- 363-litre boot is the only listed luggage-space figure; the V80 is the commercial vehicle for buyers needing that format
- Tyre repair kit instead of the V80's full-size spare wheel
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM102,076 | RM100,888✓ |
| Body type | Commercial | Hatchback |
| Segment | Commercial | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM839 | RM160✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, common-rail direct fuel injection, turbodiesel | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 2,499 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 136 hp at 3,800 rpm | — |
| Torque | 330 Nm at 1,800 rpm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | — |
| Fuel | Diesel | Electric |
| Bore × Stroke | 92 mm × 94 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 17.5 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 200 hp✓ |
| Motor Torque | — | 250 Nm✓ |
| Battery Capacity | — | 64 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 435 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 150 kW |
| V2L | — | 2.5 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 5 Speed Manual | — |
| Gears | 5 | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | —✓ | 7.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 9.1 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | — | 160 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,700 mm | 4,287 mm |
| Width | 2,383 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 2,552 mm | 1,504 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,850 mm | 2,705 mm |
| Weight | 3,500 kg | 1,685 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | — |
| Doors | 6 | 5 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Boot Space | — | 363 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/75R16 | 235/45R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/75R16 | 235/45R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 16" Steel | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Bridgestone Turanza T005 EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel | 18" Alloys |
| 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 | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | — | Available On Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Blower Control | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 3 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | — | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | 10.25" Touchscreen with Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | — | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, 360-degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | — | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-year/150,000 km Battery Warranty |
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 & 4 for sale
V80 vs 4 FAQ
Is the Maxus V80 or MG 4 better?
The MG 4 is better for most private buyers, with five seats, 435 km of EV range, six airbags and RM160 annual road tax. The V80 is the better fit only when its two-seat commercial body, six doors and diesel operation are required.
What is the price difference?
The Maxus V80 costs RM1,188 more than the MG 4. That small gap does not buy similar motoring: the V80 is a diesel commercial vehicle, while the MG 4 is a five-seat electric hatchback.
Which has lower annual road tax?
The MG 4 has lower annual road tax at RM160, compared with RM839 for the Maxus V80. That is a RM679 yearly saving for the MG 4.
