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1.9 DDi Single Cab 4x4 HR L MTDiesel6-Speed ManualCurrent
ZAR 585,200ex-showroom
⚡ 110 kW🔧 350 Nm⛽ 14.1 km/l
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Decision summary
Volkswagen Caddy Cargo vs Isuzu D-Max Single Cab: the short answer
Caddy Cargo and D-Max Single Cab are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
D-Max Single Cab starts ZAR 92,950 cheaperCaddy Cargo from ZAR 466,700 · D-Max Single Cab from ZAR 373,750
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
Maximum Power
Caddy Cargo81 kW
D-Max Single Cab110 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque
Caddy Cargo300 Nm
D-Max Single Cab350 Nm
Engine Size
Caddy Cargo1968 cc
D-Max Single Cab1900 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Caddy Cargo18.2 km/l
D-Max Single Cab14.1 km/l
Ground Clearance
Caddy Cargo144 mm
D-Max Single Cab227 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
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Volkswagen Caddy Cargo
Maxi Cargo 2.0 TDI Manual
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
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Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Caddy Cargo
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
D-Max Single Cab
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Caddy Cargo
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
D-Max Single Cab
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Current South African Caddy Cargo listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Current South African D-Max Single Cab listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Van
Single Cab pickup
Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
4x2 configuration for the local line-up
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.9 DDi Single Cab 4x4 HR L MT
Model Year
Current
MY26
Production Status
published
active
Segment
Van
Pickup
Tare Mass Kg
1706 kg
1810 kg
Vehicle Type
Van
Pickup
Body Type Cab
-
Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name
Gross Combined Mass Kg
-
5000 kg
Spec
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
Length
4853 mm
5325 mm
Width
1855 mm
1870 mm
Height
1823 mm
1780 mm
Wheelbase
2970 mm
3125 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
144 mm
227 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
76 l
Boot/Cargo Space
3900 l
1000 l
Kerb Weight
1706 kg
1810 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2350 kg
3100 kg
Payload Capacity
644 kg
1230 kg
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
2100 kg
Seating Capacity
2 seats
2 seats
Doors
4 doors
2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
12.1 m
12.5 m
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
-
220 mm
Number of Rows
-
1 rows
Front Headroom
-
1005 mm
Rear Headroom
-
900 mm
Front Legroom
-
1060 mm
Rear Legroom
-
700 mm
Spec
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
Front Track Width
1571 mm
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
1563 mm
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
Not Available
High Mounting
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Leaf Spring Overslung
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Power Steering
-
Hydraulic
Front Spring Type
-
High Mounting
Rear Spring Type
-
Leaf Spring Overslung
Shock Absorber Type
-
Twintube Gas Pressurised
Front Suspension Type
Not Available
High Mounting
Gross Axle Mass Front Kg
-
1450 kg
Gross Axle Mass Rear Kg
-
1910 kg
Rear Axle Type
-
Leaf Spring Overslung
Rear Suspension Type
Not Available
Leaf Spring Overslung
Shock Absorbers
-
Twintube Gas Pressurised
Suspension
-
High Mounting
Suspension Height
-
High Ride
Track Front Rear Mm
-
1570/1570
Spec
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
2330 mm
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
1590 mm
Climate Control
Not Available
Manual
Power Windows
Not Available
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Wireless
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
3900 l
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
3900 l
Not Applicable
AC Type
Not Available
Manual
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Difflock
Not Available
-
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Standard
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
465 mm
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
2330 mm
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Standard
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
4
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
1590 mm
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Source Model Column
caddy-cargo
1.9 DDI HR L 4X4
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Bakkie towing support
Trim Level
top
top
Variant Role
Commercial utility derivative
Off-road or adventure derivative
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
-
Halogen
Climate Zones
-
Manual
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
7.1
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
Intercooler
-
Standard
Seat Type
-
Cloth
Skid Plates
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Spare Wheel
Not Available
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Air Conditioning
Not Available
Manual
Front Bumper
-
Black
Front Final Drive Ratio
-
4.100
Front Wiper
-
Variable Intermittent
Front Wipers Type
-
Variable Intermittent
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Standard
Manual Aircon
-
Manual
Mudflaps
-
Front & Rear
Oil Pan Guard
-
Standard
Passive Entry Start
-
Standard
Pre Air Cleaner
-
Standard
Rear Bumper
-
Black
Rear Final Drive Ratio
-
4.100
Rear Step Bumper
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Remote Central Locking
-
Standard
Rim Size
Not Available
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Sound System
Not Available
2
Tie Down Hooks
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Towbar
-
Optional (2.1T)
TPMS
Not Available
Not Available
Trailer Hitch
-
Bakkie towing support
Trailer Stability Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
-
Standard
Unlocking
Not Available
Standard
Vdc
-
Standard
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Standard
Walk Away Lock
-
Standard
Water Depth Protection Mm
-
800 mm
Spec
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
Engine
Not Officially Disclosed
1.9-litre RZ4E Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
RZ4E-MID
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1968 cc
1900 cc
Cylinders
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
16
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Aspiration
Not Officially Disclosed
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Common-rail direct injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
16.5:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
82.0 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
81 kW
110 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque
300 Nm
350 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
6-Speed Manual
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
210 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
7.8 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
No
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
47.5 kW/tonne
60.8 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
175.8 Nm/tonne
193.4 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
Gearbox
Manual
Manual
Drivetrain Layout
4x2
4WD / AWD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
6
6
Transmission Type
Manual
6 Speed Manual
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Manual
Manual
Drivetrain
4x2
4WD / AWD
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Available
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Available
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Standard
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
Not Available
-
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Manual
Manual
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
2.482
Low Range
Not Applicable
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Axle Layout
4x2
4WD / AWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Standard
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Standard
Transmission Speeds
6
6
Drive Mode Selector
-
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Gear Ratio 1st
-
4.942
Gear Ratio 2nd
-
2.686
Gear Ratio 3rd
-
1.527
Gear Ratio 4th
-
1.000
Gear Ratio 5th
-
0.749
Gear Ratio 6th
-
0.634
Gear Ratio Reverse
-
4.597
Spec
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
Claimed Mileage
18.2 km/l
14.1 km/l
City Mileage
14.8 km/l
11.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
21.3 km/l
16.5 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
76 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
18.2 km/l
14.1 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
50 l
76
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
Airbags
Front airbags
Passenger
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
AEB
Not Available
Not Available
BA
Not Available
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Passenger
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Hill Hold
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Passenger
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not Available
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
TCS
Not Available
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
-
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
-
Passenger
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
Passenger
ESC With Traction Control
-
Standard
Front Side Airbags
-
Standard
Spec
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Lights
-
Halogen
Spec
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
Seat Material
Not Applicable
Cloth
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Urethane
Interior Colour Options
3
3
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Caddy Cargo grade before assuming a feature is included.
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen D-Max Single Cab grade before assuming a feature is included.
Interior Colours
3
3
Seat Trim
Not Applicable
Cloth
Steering Type
-
Hydraulic
Fabric Seats
-
Cloth
Leather Accented Seat Trim
-
Cloth
Spec
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
Infotainment System
Not Available
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Android Auto
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Standard
Number of Speakers
Not Available
2
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
USB Ports
Not Available
Not Available
Infotainment Screen
Not Available
SYNC
Touchscreen
Not Available
SYNC
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Not Available
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
Not Available
SYNC
Audio Speakers
Not Available
2
Audio System
-
2
Connected Services
-
SYNC
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Bluetooth
Spec
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Halogen
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Std, LED
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
3
3
Body Type
Van
Pickup
Exterior Colour Options
3
3
Headlights
Not Available
Halogen
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Wiper
-
Variable Intermittent
DRL
Not Available
Std, LED
Fog Lights
-
Not Available
Front Fog Lights
-
Not Available
Led Headlights
Not Available
Halogen
Auto Headlights
-
Halogen
Automatic Headlamps
-
Halogen
Daytime Running Lights
Not Available
Std, LED
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
-
Halogen
Headlamps
Not Available
Halogen
Headlight Type
Not Available
Halogen
Radiator Grille
-
Black Paint
Rear Overhang Mm
-
1310 mm
Spec
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
Approach Angle
Not Available
30 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
23 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
800 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Available
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Four-wheel drive
Breakover Angle
Not Available
21.4 deg
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Standard
Ground Clearance Max
144 mm
227 mm
Ground Clearance Min
144 mm
227 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Standard
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Crawl Control
Not Available
-
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Standard
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
-
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Response System
Not Available
-
Underbody Camera
Not Available
-
Underbody Protection
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Standard
Approach Angle Deg
-
30 deg
Breakover Angle Deg
-
21.4 deg
Departure Angle Deg
-
23 deg
Wading Depth Mm
-
800 mm
Spec
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
Tyre Size
Not Available
255/65R17
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spare Tyre
Not Available
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Tyre Type
-
255/65R17
Wheel Diameter
Not Available
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Cornering Brake Control
-
Standard
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
-
Standard
Hydraulic Brake Assist
-
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
-
Urethane
Spare Wheel Size Type
-
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
-
Not Available
Steering Wheel Trim
-
Urethane
Towing Unbraked Kg
-
750 kg
Tyre Pressure Display
-
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Wheel Size Type
-
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Spec
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
CO2 Emissions
Not Applicable
186 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Diesel
Idle CO2 Output
-
186
CO2 Emissions G Km
-
186
Spec
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
Basic Warranty
3 years / 120 000 km
5 years / 120 000 km
Warranty
3 years / 120 000 km
5 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Years
3 years / 120 000 km
5 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
3 years / 120 000 km
5 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
5 years / 120 000 km
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
5 years / unlimited km
Roadside Assistance
-
5 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
5 years / 120 000 km
Spec
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
Service Plan
Not Available
6 years / 90 000 km
Service Interval
-
12 months / 15 000 km
Maintenance Plan
-
6 years / 90 000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
12 months / 15 000 km
Service Plan Duration
Not Available
6 years / 90 000 km
Service Plan Distance
Not Available
6 years / 90 000 km
Alternator
-
90A
Service Intervals
-
12 months / 15 000 km
Spec
Caddy Cargo
D-Max Single Cab
Ownership Role
South Africa market model
Top
Price Zar
646650 ZAR
585200 ZAR
Pricing Role
Active local lineup
Current listed price
Starting Price
646650
585200
Starting Price Zar
646650
585200
In depth: how these cars differ
This Caddy Cargo and D-Max Single Cab comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Caddy Cargo 44 vs D-Max Single Cab 64.
Efficiency index: Caddy Cargo 72 vs D-Max Single Cab 56.
Safety-equipment index: Caddy Cargo 88 vs D-Max Single Cab 90.
Practicality index: Caddy Cargo 60 vs D-Max Single Cab 75.
Ownership-cover index: Caddy Cargo not separately scored vs D-Max Single Cab not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
D-Max Single Cab leads by 7 points
Caddy Cargo and D-Max Single Cab are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Performance
D-Max Single Cab +20
Efficiency
Caddy Cargo +16
Safety
D-Max Single Cab +2
Practicality
D-Max Single Cab +15
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
D-Max Single Cab
Performance
64/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
75/100
Caddy Cargo
Performance
44/100
Efficiency
72/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
60/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexIsuzu D-Max Single Cab
leads the specification evidence index with 72 pts
vs 65 pts for Caddy Cargo
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, D-Max Single Cab leads. However, Caddy Cargo may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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