4 November 2026·By Saga Superior (PJ)·10 views

Gran Max Panel Van vs Semi-Panel Van: Which One Fits Your Business?

Published: 4 November 2026·Last updated: 4 November 2026

Panel Van or Semi-Panel Van? Same size outside, different inside. Seats, cargo space and price compared.

White Daihatsu Gran Max Panel Van and Semi-Panel Van parked side by side at Saga Superior (PJ), Petaling Jaya
Gran Max Panel Van (left) and Semi-Panel Van (right): same body outside

The Gran Max Panel Van and Semi-Panel Van are the same size outside. The difference is inside: 2 seats and a long cargo area, or 5 seats and a short one.

Key differences

Daihatsu Gran Max Panel Van and Semi-Panel Van rear doors open, showing cargo length, width and height
Cargo area: Panel Van (left) has the full floor; Semi-Panel Van (right) has a rear bench seat
Panel VanSemi-Panel Van
Seats25
Cargo length2,075 mm1,030 mm (behind rear seat)
Cargo width1,495 mm1,410 mm
Cargo height1,340 mm1,340 mm
Overall size (L × W × H)4,045 × 1,665 × 1,930 mmSame
GearboxManual or automaticManual or automatic
On-the-road priceFrom RM 82,240From RM 91,956

Full diagrams: Gran Max dimensions. Prices confirmed 22 October 2026.

Choose the Panel Van if you carry goods

  • Courier and parcel delivery
  • Retail and wholesale stock
  • Long items: furniture, doors, pipes
  • Catering and event setup

It is RM 9,400 cheaper than the Semi-Panel.

Choose the Semi-Panel Van if your crew travels with the goods

  • Renovation and contractor teams
  • Aircond, plumbing and electrical service
  • Cleaning and pest control crews

One Semi-Panel can replace a car plus a van.

FAQ

Is the Semi-Panel shorter? No. Same length and height. Only the cargo floor is shorter.

Are both available in automatic? Yes.

What is the price difference? RM 9,400 selling price, RM 9,716 on the road. See the price list or loan calculator.

Also comparing the Pick-Up? Read Panel Van vs Semi-Panel Van vs Pick-Up.

See both at our showroom: No. 110, Jalan SS 24/2, Taman Megah, Petaling Jaya. WhatsApp Kiat: 013-313 2338.