Verdict
The Nissan Navara costs RM98,600, an RM18,800 step up from the Nissan NV200, but it brings 403 Nm from a 2.5-litre turbodiesel, all-wheel drive and a six-speed manual. That suits buyers who need low-rpm pulling force and drivetrain traction. The NV200 counters with a stated 4,200-litre load area, four doors and far lower RM120 annual road tax versus RM830. Its 1.6-litre petrol engine produces 108 hp and 152 Nm, so it is the cheaper, lighter commercial choice rather than the stronger one.
Pick the Nissan Navara if 403 Nm, all-wheel drive, a six-speed manual and a five-year/150,000-km warranty matter more than purchase and road-tax costs.
Pick the Nissan NV200 if you need its 4,200-litre load area, four doors and RM120 annual road tax for less money.
Key differences
- Engine output: Navara 161 hp and 403 Nm; NV200 108 hp and 152 Nm.
- Driveline: Navara all-wheel drive; NV200 front-wheel drive.
- Load space: Navara no boot-space figure stated; NV200 4,200 litres.
- Dimensions: Navara 5,335 mm long and 1,790 mm wide; NV200 4,400 mm and 1,695 mm.
- Road tax: Navara RM830 per year; NV200 RM120 per year.
- Warranty: Navara 5 years/150,000 km; NV200 3 years/100,000 km.
Navara
- 403 Nm turbodiesel torque and 161 hp
- All-wheel drive with a six-speed manual
- Five-year, 150,000-km warranty plus reverse camera
- RM830 annual road tax versus RM120
- Two doors versus the NV200's four
- No listed Brake Assist, which the NV200 gets
NV200
- 4,200-litre stated load area
- Four doors and 608 kg lower weight
- RM120 annual road tax and 7.14 L/100 km rated economy
- 108 hp and 152 Nm trail the Navara's 161 hp and 403 Nm
- Front-wheel drive rather than all-wheel drive
- Three-year, 100,000-km warranty is shorter
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM98,600 | RM79,800✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Commercial |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Commercial |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM830 | RM120✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Common-rail direct injection, Variable Geometry Turbo | 16-valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with continuously variable-valve timing control |
| Capacity | 2,488 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 161 hp at 3,600 rpm✓ | 108 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 403 Nm at 2,000 rpm✓ | 152 Nm at 4,400 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 89 mm × 100 mm | 78 mm × 83.6 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 15 | 9.8 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 6MT | 5MT |
| Gears | 6 | 5 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Nissan | Jatco |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 7.14 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,335 mm | 4,400 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,695 mm |
| Height | 1,775 mm | 1,855 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,150 mm | 2,725 mm |
| Weight | 1,828 kg | 1,220 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 80 litres | 55 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 4 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Boot Space | — | 4,200 litres |
| Front Tyre | 205R16C | 165/R14C |
| Rear Tyre | 205R16C | 165/R14C |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Bridgestone Dueler HT | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel | 14" Steel |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel | 14" Steel |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | — | 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 |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | LED Combination |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Front Air-con | Single-Zone Manual | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player, MP3, Bluetooth, AUX Input with 2 Speakers | AM/FM Tuner, CD-Player with 2 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | 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 Audio Control | ✓ | — |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 2 Sensors | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | Multi-info Display | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 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.
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Navara vs NV200 FAQ
Is the Nissan Navara or Nissan NV200 better?
The Navara is better for buyers prioritising 403 Nm, all-wheel drive and a longer five-year/150,000-km warranty. The NV200 is better for a stated 4,200-litre load area, four doors, lower annual road tax and lower entry cost.
What is the price difference?
The Nissan Navara costs RM18,800 more than the Nissan NV200.
Which has lower running taxes and better fuel economy?
The NV200 has RM120 annual road tax against the Navara's RM830, and it is the only one with a rated economy figure: 7.14 L/100 km. The Navara has no rated economy figure stated.
