GWM Cannon vs Isuzu D-Max Extended Cab

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.

Includes a historical vehicle

Current, upcoming and historical vehicles can be compared side by side. Historical records keep their verified specifications, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.

GWM Cannon Discontinued model
GWM Cannon in South Africa

GWM Cannon

2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4 Diesel 8-Speed Automatic Discontinued model
ZAR 634,900 last listed
Discontinued model Verified historical specifications remain visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
⚡ 110 kW 🔧 480 Nm ⛽ 9.8 km/l
VS
Isuzu D-Max Extended Cab in South Africa

Isuzu D-Max Extended Cab

3.0 DDi Extended Cab LSE AT Diesel 6-Speed Automatic Current
ZAR 700,760 ex-showroom
⚡ 110 kW 🔧 350 Nm ⛽ 12.7 km/l
＋ Add a 3rd car

Decision summary

GWM Cannon vs Isuzu D-Max Extended Cab: the short answer

Cannon has a modest catalogue-index lead, while D-Max Extended Cab remains close.

Recorded price context Cannon: last listed from ZAR 484,900 · D-Max Extended Cab: current from ZAR 504,700

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification Cannon D-Max Extended Cab
Maximum Power Cannon110 kW D-Max Extended Cab110 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque Cannon480 Nm D-Max Extended Cab350 Nm
Engine Size Cannon1996 cc D-Max Extended Cab3000 cc
Combined Fuel Economy Cannon9.8 km/l D-Max Extended Cab12.7 km/l
Ground Clearance Cannon210 mm D-Max Extended Cab232 mm

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

Evidence for GWM Cannon 2.0T Double Cab LX 4x4

Source type: Hagalu catalogue record

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

Specification evidence leader

Cannon

Strengths
  • More powerful engine output
  • Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
  • Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to: Published Performance

D-Max Extended Cab

Strengths
  • Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to: Published Efficiency

Which One's Right for You?

Cannon

  • Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
  • Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment

D-Max Extended Cab

  • Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use

Full Specs, Side by Side

Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.

Spec Cannon D-Max Extended Cab
Model Introduced Year 2021 Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation Cannon sold in South Africa is the first generation, derived from Great Wall's POER platform shared with the P Series but with bodywork, suspension calibration and cabin treatment positioned for the lifestyle segment rather than the work bakkie use case. Current South African D-Max Extended Cab listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History Cannon received a mid-cycle update in 2023 that brought the 12.3-inch infotainment system to LS as standard, added wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto across the range, and revised front-bumper geometry to improve approach angle by 2 degrees. A 2025 specification update standardised the panoramic sunroof on the LX trim and added the 360-camera to LS spec. 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 2025 Original current-generation version
Body Type Cab Double Cab Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name
Tare Mass Kg 2035 kg 1930 kg
Facelift Version Ending Not confirmed Current
Body Style Not confirmed Extended Cab pickup
Color Note Not confirmed Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note Not confirmed Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Gross Combined Mass Kg Not confirmed 6000 kg
Model Year Not confirmed MY26
Production Status Not confirmed published
Segment Not confirmed Pickup
Vehicle Type Not confirmed Pickup
Spec Cannon D-Max Extended Cab
Length 5380 mm 5333 mm
Width 1920 mm 1870 mm
Height 1835 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase 3180 mm 3125 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) 210 mm 232 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 l 76 l
Kerb Weight 2035 kg 1930 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 3000 kg 3000 kg
Payload Capacity 900 kg 1005 kg
Towing Capacity 3500 kg 3500 kg
Seating Capacity 5 seats 4 seats
Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius 13.6 m 12.5 m
Front Headroom 1020 mm -
Rear Headroom 975 mm -
Front Legroom 1070 mm -
Rear Legroom 880 mm -

In depth: how these cars differ

This Cannon and D-Max Extended Cab comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.

Performance index: Cannon 61 vs D-Max Extended Cab 55.

Efficiency index: Cannon 41 vs D-Max Extended Cab 50.

Safety-equipment index: Cannon 93 vs D-Max Extended Cab 54.

Practicality index: Cannon 81 vs D-Max Extended Cab 81.

Ownership-cover index: Cannon 65 vs D-Max Extended 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.

Specification Evidence Index

A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.

Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout

Cannon leads by 10 points

Cannon has a modest catalogue-index lead, while D-Max Extended Cab remains close.

Evidence leader 70 /100
Lead 10 points
Data 94% source coverage
70
#1 Evidence leader

Cannon

94% source coverage 2 strong categories
Best at Safety 93 Check Efficiency 41
Performance 61
Efficiency 41
Safety 93
Practicality 81
Ownership 65
Leads by 10 points
60
#2

D-Max Extended Cab

62% source coverage 1 strong categories
Best at Practicality 81 Check Efficiency 50
Performance 55
Efficiency 50
Safety 54
Practicality 81
Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%
Category leaders What moves the verdict
Performance Cannon +6 Efficiency D-Max Extended Cab +9 Safety Cannon +39 Practicality Level

Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.

Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader

Cannon

Performance 61/100
Efficiency 41/100
Safety 93/100
Practicality 81/100
Ownership 65/100

D-Max Extended Cab

Performance 55/100
Efficiency 50/100
Safety 54/100
Practicality 81/100

What the evidence means

Evidence index GWM Cannon leads the specification evidence index with 70 pts vs 60 pts for D-Max Extended Cab

In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Cannon leads. However, D-Max Extended Cab may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Cannon vs D-Max Extended Cab questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives 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.