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Isuzu D-Max Double Cab vs Mercedes-Benz GLC: the short answer
GLC holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over D-Max Double Cab.
D-Max Double Cab starts ZAR 473,840 cheaperD-Max Double Cab from ZAR 574,010 · GLC from ZAR 1,047,850
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
D-Max Double Cab
GLC
Maximum Power
D-Max Double Cab110 kW @ 3600 rpm
GLC310 kW
Maximum Torque
D-Max Double Cab350 Nm
GLC500 Nm
Engine Size
D-Max Double Cab3000 cc
GLC1991 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
D-Max Double Cab12.3 km/l
GLC10.2 km/l
Ground Clearance
D-Max Double Cab232 mm
GLC187 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
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Isuzu D-Max Double Cab
3.0 DDi Double Cab 4x4 LSE AT
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
D-Max Double Cab
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Specification evidence leader
GLC
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Performance
Which One's Right for You?
D-Max Double Cab
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
GLC
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
D-Max Double Cab
GLC
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2026
Generation
Current South African D-Max Double Cab listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Current South African GLC generation represented by derivative GLC 43 4MATIC
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.
Current-generation/facelift specification; derivative-specific South African configuration
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Current South African model cycle
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Double Cab pickup
Suv
Body Type Cab
Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name
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Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
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Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
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Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.0 DDi Double Cab 4x4 LSE AT
Integrated with transmission / rear axle depending on hybrid system
Drive Type
4WD
AWD
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
9-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
210 km/h
250 km/h
0-100 km/h
7.8 sec
4.8 sec
Quarter Mile
15.5 sec
15.0 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Comfort, Sport, Individual
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
4800 rpm
7000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
53.1 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
169.1 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
0
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
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
No
Spec
D-Max Double Cab
GLC
Gearbox
Automatic
9G-TRONIC automatic
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
AWD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
No
Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Permanent AWD transfer system
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Yes
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Model-specific ratio; Hagalu Research Team reference
Number of Gears
4
9
Transmission Type
6 Speed Automatic
9G-TRONIC automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Torque converter
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Automatic with manual shift mode
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
AWD
4WD Engagement
Available
Yes
4WD Hi Range
Available
0
4WD Lo Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
0
4WD Selector
Standard
Yes
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Yes
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Gear Ratio 1st
3.600
-
Gear Ratio 2nd
2.090
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Gear Ratio 3rd
1.488
-
Gear Ratio 4th
1.000
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Gear Ratio 5th
0.687
-
Gear Ratio 6th
0.580
-
Gear Ratio Reverse
3.732
-
Gearbox Type
Automatic
9G-TRONIC automatic
Low Range Ratio
2.482
0
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
0
Axle Layout
4WD / AWD
Driven axle configuration: AWD
Rear Differential Lock
Standard
No
Transfer Case Guard
Standard
-
Transmission Speeds
4
9
Spec
D-Max Double Cab
GLC
Claimed Mileage
12.3 km/l
10.2 km/l
City Mileage
10.0 km/l
10.2 km/l
Highway Mileage
14.4 km/l
10.2 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
66 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
0 l
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Yes
Real-world Mileage
12.3 km/l
10.2 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
76
66
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
0
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
0
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
0 km
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
0 km
Spec
D-Max Double Cab
GLC
Airbags
2
7
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Yes
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Yes
Brake Assist
Not Available
Ventilated disc brakes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Mercedes-Benz model-specific chassis equipment
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Front and rear
AEB
Not Available
Ventilated disc brakes
BA
Not Available
Yes
Brake Override System
Not Available
Ventilated disc brakes
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Yes
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Yes
Hill Hold
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Side Airbags
Not Available
Yes
Stability Control
Not Available
Yes
TCS
Not Available
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
-
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Yes
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Spec
D-Max Double Cab
GLC
Cruise Control
Standard
Adaptive cruise control
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front and rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Ventilated disc brakes
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Yes
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Yes
Auto Lights
LED
-
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Rain-sensing automatic wipers
EV Mode
Not Available
-
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Front and rear
Reverse Camera
Standard
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Park Assist
Not Available
Yes
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Yes
Front Camera
Standard
-
Multi Collision Braking
Standard
-
Parking Distance Sensors
Front & Rear
-
Parking Sensor
Front & Rear
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Spec
D-Max Double Cab
GLC
Seat Material
Partial Leather
ARTICO man-made leather / fabric trim
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Front heated seats
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Model/option dependent
Steering Type
Hydraulic
-
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
64-colour ambient lighting
Front Armrest
Centre console
-
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Nappa leather multifunction steering wheel
Interior Colour Options
3
-
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Electric adjustment with memory
Fabric Seats
Partial Leather
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Electric adjustment with memory
Heated Front Seats
Standard
-
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen D-Max Double Cab grade before assuming a feature is included.
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Leather Accented Seat Trim
Partial Leather
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Interior Colours
3
-
Seat Trim
Partial Leather
Comfort seats with model-specific electric adjustment
Displayed price includes 15% VAT; CO2 tax is separate where listed; five-year/100,000 km service and maintenance plan may be excluded.
Price Zar
900310 ZAR
1883775 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current South African retail price
Starting Price
900310
1711000
Starting Price Zar
900310
1711000
In depth: how these cars differ
This D-Max Double Cab and GLC 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: D-Max Double Cab 64 vs GLC 97.
Efficiency index: D-Max Double Cab 49 vs GLC 45.
Safety-equipment index: D-Max Double Cab 44 vs GLC 99.
Practicality index: D-Max Double Cab 91 vs GLC 73.
Ownership-cover index: D-Max Double Cab not separately scored vs GLC 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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D-Max Double Cab and GLC image comparison
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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
GLC leads by 18 points
GLC holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over D-Max Double Cab.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
GLC
Performance
97/100
Efficiency
45/100
Safety
99/100
Practicality
73/100
D-Max Double Cab
Performance
64/100
Efficiency
49/100
Safety
44/100
Practicality
91/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexMercedes-Benz GLC
leads the specification evidence index with 81 pts
vs 63 pts for D-Max Double Cab
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, GLC leads. However, D-Max Double Cab may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
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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.
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