Suzuki Alto vs Isuzu D-Max Double Cab

A proper head-to-head in Kenya — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.

Suzuki Alto in Kenya

Suzuki Alto

ALTOK10 RC GA 5D 998p MT Petrol 5-Speed Manual Current
KES 1,650,000 ex-showroom
⚡ 49 kW 🔧 89 Nm
VS
Isuzu D-Max Double Cab in Kenya

Isuzu D-Max Double Cab

TFS 87 4X4 D/C A/T Diesel 6-Speed Automatic Current
KES 7,200,000 ex-showroom
⚡ 110 kW 🔧 350 Nm
+ Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

Suzuki Alto vs Isuzu D-Max Double Cab: the short answer

Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.

Alto starts KES 5,299,000 cheaper Alto from KES 1,650,000 · D-Max Double Cab from KES 6,949,000

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification Alto D-Max Double Cab
Maximum Power Alto49 kW @ 5500 rpm D-Max Double Cab110 kW
Maximum Torque Alto89 Nm @ 3500 rpm D-Max Double Cab350 Nm @ 1800-2600 rpm
Engine Size Alto998 cc D-Max Double Cab1898 cc
Combined Fuel Economy AltoNot Officially Disclosed D-Max Double CabNot Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance Alto160 mm D-Max Double CabNot Officially Disclosed

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

Evidence for Suzuki Alto ALTOK10 RC GA 5D 998p MT

Source type: Suzuki Kenya

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Alto D-Max Double Cab
Model Introduced Year Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Generation Not Officially Disclosed Current Kenya-market Isuzu East Africa derivative
Facelift History Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Facelift Launched Since Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Facelift Version Ending Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Body Style Compacts Double Cab pickup
Model Year Not Officially Disclosed 2026
Production Status Active active
Segment Kenya-market Hatchback Four-wheel-drive double-cab pickup
Vehicle Type Hatchback Double Cab pickup
Spec Alto D-Max Double Cab
Length 3530 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Width 1490 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Height 1520 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Wheelbase 2380 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance (Default) 160 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) 145 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 l Not Officially Disclosed
Boot/Cargo Space 214 l Not Applicable
Kerb Weight 747 kg Not Officially Disclosed
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 1168 kg Not Officially Disclosed
Payload Capacity 421 kg Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity 400 kg 3500 kg
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Rows 2 rows 2 rows
Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius 4.5 m Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed

In depth: how these cars differ

This Alto and D-Max Double Cab comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for Kenya. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.

Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.

Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.

Specification Score Withheld

Hagalu does not turn missing specifications into neutral scores or guessed values.

Fail closed

Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.

Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.

What the evidence means

No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.

Alto vs D-Max Double Cab questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in Kenya on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.

Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.

Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.

A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.

Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.

Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.