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 an archived model
Current and archived cars are compared side by side. Archived models keep their verified historical specs, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.
No longer sold newSpecs stay visible for owner and used-car comparisons.
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At a Glance — Who Wins What
⚡PerformanceD-Max Double Cab
⛽Fuel EconomyNP200
🛡SafetyD-Max Double Cab
📦PracticalityD-Max Double Cab
🔑OwnershipNP200
NP200 starts ZAR 574010 cheaperD-Max Double Cab from ZAR 574,010 · NP200 from ZAR 224,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
D-Max Double Cab
NP200
Engine Power
110 @ 3600
Not confirmed
Torque
350 @ 1800-2600
Not confirmed
Engine Size
3000
Not confirmed
Claimed Mileage
12.3
Not confirmed
Ground Clearance
232
Not confirmed
Boot Space
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Airbags
Not Available
Not confirmed
Kerb Weight
2070
Not confirmed
Seating Capacity
5
Not confirmed
Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
Not confirmed
= leads in this spec
Archived models stay fully comparable. Verified specs remain visible; historical fields that were not source-confirmed are marked Not confirmed instead of being guessed.
The Bottom Line
D-Max Double Cab holds a noticeable edge over NP200, especially in key ownership areas.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
D-Max Double Cab
+12 pts
Efficiency
NP200
+1 pts
Safety
D-Max Double Cab
+38 pts
Practicality
D-Max Double Cab
+35 pts
Ownership
NP200
+2 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
🏆 Overall Winner
D-Max Double Cab
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger safety package
More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFamily Usage
NP200
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Less comprehensive safety features
Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to:Fuel Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
D-Max Double Cab
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability
NP200
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
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
D-Max Double Cab
NP200
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
Not confirmed
Generation
Current South African D-Max Double Cab listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Not confirmed
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.
Not confirmed
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Not confirmed
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Not confirmed
Body Style
Double Cab pickup
Not confirmed
Body Type Cab
Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name
Not confirmed
Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Not confirmed
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Not confirmed
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.0 DDi Double Cab 4x4 LSE AT
Not confirmed
Model Year
MY26
Not confirmed
Production Status
published
Not confirmed
Segment
Pickup
Not confirmed
Vehicle Type
Pickup
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Double Cab
NP200
Ground Clearance
232 mm
Not confirmed
Wheelbase
3125 mm
Not confirmed
Length
5333 mm
Not confirmed
Width
1880 mm
Not confirmed
Height
1805 mm
Not confirmed
Kerb Weight
2070 kg
Not confirmed
Gross Vehicle Weight
3100 kg
Not confirmed
Seating Capacity
5
Not confirmed
Boot Space
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
Not confirmed
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Turning Radius
12.5 m
Not confirmed
Load Bed Length
1495 mm
Not confirmed
Load Bed Width
1530 mm
Not confirmed
Front Legroom
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Front Headroom
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Number of Doors
4
Not confirmed
Max Payload
970 kg
Not confirmed
Boot Volume
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Doors
4
Not confirmed
Seats
5
Not confirmed
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
Not confirmed
Gross Combined Mass Kg
6000 kg
Not confirmed
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg
3100 kg
Not confirmed
Ground Clearance Max
232 mm
Not confirmed
Ground Clearance Min
232 mm
Not confirmed
Ground Clearance Mm
232 mm
Not confirmed
Height Mm
1805 mm
Not confirmed
Length Mm
5333 mm
Not confirmed
Loadbox Length Mm
1495 mm
Not confirmed
Loadbox Width Mm
1530 mm
Not confirmed
Payload Kg
970 kg
Not confirmed
Cargo Volume
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Rear Overhang Mm
1318 mm
Not confirmed
Tare Mass Kg
2070 kg
Not confirmed
Track Front Rear Mm
1570/1570
Not confirmed
Turning Circle
12.5 m
Not confirmed
Turning Circle M
12.5 m
Not confirmed
Width Mm
1880 mm
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Double Cab
NP200
Engine
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Engine Type
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Displacement
3000 cc
Not confirmed
Cylinders
4
Not confirmed
Valves per Cylinder
16
Not confirmed
Power
110 @ 3600 kW
Not confirmed
Power @ RPM
140 @ 3600
Not confirmed
Torque
350 @ 1800-2600 Nm
Not confirmed
Torque @ RPM
450 @ 1600-2600
Not confirmed
Fuel System
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Turbocharger
Standard
Not confirmed
Top Speed
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
0-100 km/h
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Compression Ratio
16.3:1
Not confirmed
Cylinder Bore
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Piston Stroke
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Engine Code
4JJ3
Not confirmed
Power
110 @ 3600 bhp
Not confirmed
Fuel Grade Required
Diesel
Not confirmed
Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Engine Aspiration
Standard
Not confirmed
Engine Type Config
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
0–100 km/h
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Battery Capacity
Not Available
Not confirmed
Charging Port
Not Available
Not confirmed
AC Charging Time
Not Available
Not confirmed
Engine Displacement
3000 cc
Not confirmed
Engine Displacement Litres
3 l
Not confirmed
EV Range
Not Available
Not confirmed
Acceleration 0 100
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Bore X Stroke Mm
95.4 x 104.9
Not confirmed
Combined System Power
Not Available
Not confirmed
Combined System Torque
Not Available
Not confirmed
Engine Config
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Engine Cylinders
4
Not confirmed
Engine Displacement Cc
3000 cc
Not confirmed
Engine Power kW
110 @ 3600 kW
Not confirmed
Engine Torque Nm
350 @ 1800-2600 Nm
Not confirmed
Engine Valves
16
Not confirmed
Induction
Standard
Not confirmed
Max Power kW
110 @ 3600 kW
Not confirmed
Max Torque Nm
350 @ 1800-2600 Nm
Not confirmed
Maximum Power
110 @ 3600 kW
Not confirmed
Maximum Torque
350 @ 1800-2600 Nm
Not confirmed
Motor Position
Not Available
Not confirmed
Motor Power
Not Available
Not confirmed
Motor Torque
Not Available
Not confirmed
Motor Type
Not Available
Not confirmed
Power Assisted Steering
Hydraulic
Not confirmed
Power kW Rpm
140 @ 3600
Not confirmed
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not confirmed
System Output
Not Available
Not confirmed
Torque Nm Rpm
450 @ 1600-2600
Not confirmed
Turbo Type
Standard
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Double Cab
NP200
Transmission
Automatic
Not confirmed
Drive Type
4WD / AWD
Not confirmed
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
Not confirmed
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Number of Gears
4 km/h
Not confirmed
Transmission Type
Automatic
Not confirmed
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
Not confirmed
Transmission
Automatic
Not confirmed
4WD Engagement
Available
Not confirmed
4WD Hi Range
Available
Not confirmed
4WD Lo Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not confirmed
4WD Selector
Standard
Not confirmed
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Not confirmed
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio 1st
3.600
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio 2nd
2.090
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio 3rd
1.488
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio 4th
1.000
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio 5th
0.687
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio 6th
0.580
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio Reverse
3.732
Not confirmed
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Not confirmed
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not confirmed
Axle Layout
4WD / AWD
Not confirmed
Rear Differential Lock
Standard
Not confirmed
Transfer Case Guard
Standard
Not confirmed
Transmission Speeds
4 km/h
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Double Cab
NP200
Claimed Mileage
12.3 km/l
Not confirmed
City Mileage
10.1 km/l
Not confirmed
Highway Mileage
14.3 km/l
Not confirmed
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
Not confirmed
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Average Fuel Consumption
8.1 l/100km
Not confirmed
Claimed Fuel Consumption
8.1 l/100km
Not confirmed
Fuel Efficiency
8.1 l/100km
Not confirmed
Real-world Mileage
12.3 km/l
Not confirmed
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Charging Time AC Full
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Charging Time DC Fast 80pct
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Combined Consumption
8.1 l/100km
Not confirmed
Combined Consumption L 100km
8.1 l/100km
Not confirmed
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Fuel Economy Combined
8.1 l/100km
Not confirmed
Fuel Tank Litres
76 l
Not confirmed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Not confirmed
Low Range Ratio
2.482
Not confirmed
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Range Wltp
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Double Cab
NP200
Airbags
Not Available
Not confirmed
ABS
Standard
Not confirmed
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Not confirmed
Traction Control
Not Available
Not confirmed
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Not confirmed
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Not confirmed
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Not confirmed
Brake Assist
Not Available
Not confirmed
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not confirmed
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Not confirmed
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not confirmed
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Not confirmed
AEB
Not Available
Not confirmed
BA
Not Available
Not confirmed
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not confirmed
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Not confirmed
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Not confirmed
EBD
Standard
Not confirmed
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Not confirmed
Hill Hold
Not Available
Not confirmed
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not confirmed
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not confirmed
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not confirmed
TCS
Not Available
Not confirmed
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not confirmed
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not confirmed
ABS EBD
Standard
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Double Cab
NP200
Cruise Control
Standard
Not confirmed
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not confirmed
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Not confirmed
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not confirmed
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not confirmed
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not confirmed
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Not confirmed
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not confirmed
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not confirmed
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not confirmed
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not confirmed
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not confirmed
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not confirmed
Auto Lights
LED
Not confirmed
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not confirmed
Drive Modes
Not Available
Not confirmed
EV Mode
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Not confirmed
Reverse Camera
Standard
Not confirmed
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not confirmed
Park Assist
Not Available
Not confirmed
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not confirmed
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not confirmed
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not confirmed
Front Camera
Standard
Not confirmed
Multi Collision Braking
Standard
Not confirmed
Parking Distance Sensors
Front & Rear
Not confirmed
Parking Sensor
Front & Rear
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Double Cab
NP200
Seat Material
Partial Leather
Not confirmed
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Not confirmed
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Front Armrest
Centre console
Not confirmed
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Not confirmed
Interior Colour Options
3
Not confirmed
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Fabric Seats
Partial Leather
Not confirmed
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Heated Front Seats
Standard
Not confirmed
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.
🏆Isuzu D-Max Double Cab
wins with 57 pts
vs 39 pts for NP200
In structured scoring, D-Max Double Cab emerges as the stronger overall package. However, NP200 may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
See how similar cars go head-to-head — you might find a better fit than you expected.
On our scoring the D-Max Double Cab edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.
Efficiency scores: D-Max Double Cab 49 vs NP200 50. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.
Safety scores: D-Max Double Cab 38, NP200 0. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.
Long-term ownership scores: D-Max Double Cab 48, NP200 50. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.
Practicality scores: D-Max Double Cab 85, NP200 50. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: D-Max Double Cab 62, NP200 50. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.
Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.
Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.
Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The D-Max Double Cab edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The D-Max Double Cab scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
The comparison between D-Max Double Cab and NP200 in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: D-Max Double Cab scores 62 vs 50.
Efficiency: D-Max Double Cab scores 49 vs 50.
Safety: D-Max Double Cab scores 38 vs 0.
Practicality: D-Max Double Cab scores 85 vs 50.
Ownership: D-Max Double Cab scores 48 vs 50.
Final structured scoring gives D-Max Double Cab
the advantage in this comparison.
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