Isuzu D-Max Double Cab vs Toyota Quantum Panel Van

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

Isuzu D-Max Double Cab

3.0 DDi Double Cab 4x4 LSE AT Diesel 6-Speed Automatic Current

ZAR 900,310 ex-showroom

⚡ 110 kW 🔧 350 Nm ⛽ 12.3 km/l

Toyota Quantum Panel Van

2.5D Panel Van MT Diesel 5-Speed Manual Current

ZAR 845,700 ex-showroom

⚡ 75 kW 🔧 260 Nm ⛽ 11.8 km/l

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Decision summary

Isuzu D-Max Double Cab vs Toyota Quantum Panel Van: the short answer

D-Max Double Cab has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Quantum Panel Van remains close.

D-Max Double Cab starts ZAR 271,690 cheaper D-Max Double Cab from ZAR 574,010 · Quantum Panel Van from ZAR 845,700

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives

Specification	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
Maximum Power	D-Max Double Cab110 kW @ 3600 rpm	Quantum Panel Van75 kW
Maximum Torque	D-Max Double Cab350 Nm	Quantum Panel Van260 Nm
Engine Size	D-Max Double Cab3000 cc	Quantum Panel Van2494 cc
Combined Fuel Economy	D-Max Double Cab12.3 km/l	Quantum Panel Van11.8 km/l
Ground Clearance	D-Max Double Cab232 mm	Quantum Panel Van175 mm

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

Independent editorial assessment

Hagalu editorial ratings

When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.

Isuzu D-Max Double Cab

3.0 DDi Double Cab 4x4 LSE AT

Hagalu editorial rating Not yet rated

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Toyota Quantum Panel Van

2.5D Panel Van MT

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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

Specification evidence leader

D-Max Double Cab

Strengths

More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published practicality figures

Weak Spots

No obvious weak spots to flag.

Best suited to: Published Performance Published Efficiency Published Practicality

Quantum Panel Van

Strengths

Nothing stands out clearly here.

Weak Spots

Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published practicality figures

Best suited to: General Use

Which One's Right for You?

D-Max Double Cab

Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures

Quantum Panel Van

Buyers who prefer this derivative's confirmed specification mix

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
Model Introduced Year	Current local generation year not confirmed	Current local generation year 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.	Current South African Quantum Panel Van 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	Double Cab pickup	Van
Body Type Cab	Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name	-
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	Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup	Base grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note	Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.0 DDi Double Cab 4x4 LSE AT	-
Gross Combined Mass Kg	6000 kg	-
Model Year	MY26	2026
Production Status	active	active
Segment	Pickup	Van
Tare Mass Kg	2070 kg	2080 kg
Vehicle Type	Pickup	Van

Spec	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
Length	5333 mm	5380 mm
Width	1880 mm	1880 mm
Height	1805 mm	2280 mm
Wheelbase	3125 mm	3110 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)	232 mm	175 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)	220 mm	125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	76 l	70 l
Boot/Cargo Space	1000 l	5500 l
Kerb Weight	2070 kg	2080 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)	3100 kg	3500 kg
Payload Capacity	970 kg	1420 kg
Towing Capacity	3500 kg	2000 kg
Seating Capacity	5 seats	2 seats
Number of Rows	2 rows	1 rows
Doors	4 doors	5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius	12.5 m	6.5 m
Front Headroom	1005 mm	992 mm
Rear Headroom	975 mm	Not Applicable
Front Legroom	1060 mm	1032 mm
Rear Legroom	900 mm	Not Applicable

Spec	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
Front Track Width	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Rear Track Width	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Front Suspension	High Mounting	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Leaf Spring Overslung	Leaf Spring
Power Steering	Hydraulic	Hydraulic
Front Spring Type	High Mounting	MacPherson Strut
Rear Spring Type	Leaf Spring Overslung	Leaf Spring
Shock Absorber Type	Twintube Gas Pressurised	-
Front Suspension Type	High Mounting	MacPherson Strut
Gross Axle Mass Front Kg	1450 kg	-
Gross Axle Mass Rear Kg	1910 kg	-
MagneRide Damping	Not Available	Not Available
Rear Axle Type	Leaf Spring Overslung	Leaf Spring
Rear Suspension Type	Leaf Spring Overslung	Leaf Spring
Shock Absorbers	Twintube Gas Pressurised	-
Suspension	High Mounting	MacPherson Strut
Suspension Height	High Ride	-
Track Front Rear Mm	1570/1570	-
Steering Column	-	Tilt
Front Anti-Roll Bar	-	Front

Spec	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
Load Bed Length	1495 mm	Not Applicable
Load Bed Width	1530 mm	Not Applicable
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual Zone	Manual AC
Power Windows	Not Available	Front Only
Keyless Entry	Not Available	Not Available
Push Button Start	Not Available	Not Available
Wireless Charging	Wireless	Not Available
Sunroof	Not Available	Not Available
Electric Tailgate	Not Available	Not Available
Automatic Headlamps	LED	Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers	Not Available	Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded	Not Applicable	5500 l
AC Type	Automatic, Dual Zone	Manual AC
Adaptive Dampers	Not Available	Not Available
Climate Zones	Automatic, Dual Zone	Manual AC
Front Armrest	Centre console	Not Available
Fuel Consumption Combined	8.1	8.5
Performance Data Logger	Not Available	Not Available
Rev Matching	Not Available	Not Available
Seat Type	Partial Leather	Fabric
Side Steps	Std, Black	-
Skid Plates	Confirmed 4WD derivative	-
Spare Wheel	Steel 17 x 7.0J-33	Full-Size
Air Conditioning	Automatic, Dual Zone	Manual AC
Battery Preconditioning	Not Available	Not Available
Centre Console	Standard	Not Available
Front Bumper	Body Colour	-
Intelligent Battery System	Not Available	Not Available
Load Bed Light	Pickup utility fitment/compatibility	Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm	490 mm	Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm	1495 mm	Not Applicable
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets	Pickup utility fitment/compatibility	Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm	1530 mm	Not Applicable
Manual Aircon	Automatic, Dual Zone	Manual AC
Oil Pan Guard	Standard	-
One Pedal Driving	Not Available	Not Available
Rear Electric Motor	Not Available	Not Available
Rear Final Drive Ratio	3.727	-
Rear Step Bumper	Pickup utility fitment/compatibility	-
Regenerative Braking Levels	Not Available	Not Available
Rim Size	Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33	Not Available
Roof Rack Compatibility	Std, Dark Gray met	Not Available
Sonar	Front & Rear	Not Available
Sound System	AM/FM Radio, 9-inch Touch Screen, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, WiFi, Handsfree Phone	2
Source Model Column	3.0 DDI LSE 4X4 A/T	quantum-panel-van
Sport Plus Mode	Not Available	Not Available
Sports Bar	Std, Chrome	Not Available
Tailgate Lock	Pickup utility fitment/compatibility	Not Available
Tie Down Hooks	Pickup utility fitment/compatibility	-
Tow Bar Type	Bakkie towing support	Not Available
Towbar	Std (3.5T)	-
TPMS	Standard	Not Available
Trailer Hitch	Bakkie towing support	-
Trailer Stability Assist	Confirmed 4WD derivative	-
Trailer Sway Control	Confirmed 4WD derivative	-
Trim Level	flagship	base
Variant Role	Flagship / premium derivative	Commercial utility derivative
Vehicle To Grid	Not Available	Not Available
Vehicle To Load	Not Available	Not Available
Water Depth Protection Mm	800 mm	-
Electric Folding Mirrors	-	Front Only
Engine Start Button Illumination	-	Not Available
Engine Start Stop	Not Available	Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button	Not Available	Not Available
Engine Warranty	-	5 Years / 150,000 km
Hill Start Assist	-	Not Available
Panoramic Roof	Not Available	Not Available
Power Mirrors	-	Front Only
Push Button Start	Not Available	Not Available
Rear Seat Split	-	Standard
Rear Wing	-	Not Available
Stabilizer Bar	-	Front
Telescopic Steering	-	Tilt
Tilt Steering	-	Tilt
Voice Command	-	Not Available
Voice Command Support	-	Not Available
Accelerator 0 100	-	18.0 sec
Bed Extender	-	Not Available
Canopy Fitment	-	Not Available
Common Rail Injection	-	Common Rail Direct Injection
Diff Lock	-	Not Available
Difflock	-	Not Available
Digital Speedometer	-	Not Available
Front Diff Lock	-	Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry	-	Not Available
Lift Gate	-	Not Available
Load Bed Cover	-	Not Available
Load Bed Steps	-	Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks	-	Not Available
Mirror	-	Front Only
Passive Entry Start	-	Not Available
Powered Tailgate	-	Not Available
Rear Diff Lock	-	Not Available
Remote Central Locking	-	Standard
Stabilizer Bar Front	-	Front
Steering Column Adjustment	-	Tilt
Surround View Monitor	Not Available	Not Available
Tailgate Damper	-	Not Available
Unlocking	Not Available	Not Available
Vdc	-	Standard
Walk Away Auto Door Lock	-	Not Available
Walk Away Lock	-	Not Available
Wireless Charger	Wireless	Not Available

Spec	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
Engine	3.0-litre 4JJ3 Turbocharged Diesel	2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code	4JJ3	Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Hybrid System	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Engine Displacement	3000 cc	2494 cc
Cylinders	4	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline	Inline
Valves	16	16
Valves per Cylinder	4	4
Aspiration	Turbocharged	Turbocharged
Fuel System	Common-rail direct injection	Common Rail Direct Injection
Compression Ratio	16.3:1	10.5:1
Bore	82.0 mm	82.0 mm
Stroke	94.6 mm	94.6 mm
Maximum Power	110 kW @ 3600 rpm	75 kW
Maximum Torque	350 Nm	260 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	4WD	RWD
Transmission	6-Speed Automatic	5-Speed Manual
Top Speed	210 km/h	150 km/h
0-100 km/h	7.8 sec	18.0 sec
Quarter Mile	15.5 sec	15.5 sec
Drive Modes	Eco, Comfort, Sport	Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control	No	No
Rev Limiter	4800 rpm	4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio	53.1 kW/tonne	36.1 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio	169.1 Nm/tonne	125 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	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
Gearbox	Automatic	5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain Layout	4WD / AWD	FR
LSD Available	Not Applicable	No
Transfer Case	Confirmed 4WD derivative	Not Applicable
Differential Lock	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters	Not Applicable	No
Final Drive Ratio	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Number of Gears	4	5
Transmission Type	6 Speed Automatic	Manual
Clutch Type	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type	Automatic	5-Speed Manual
Drivetrain	4WD / AWD	RWD
4WD Engagement	Available	Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range	Available	Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range	Available where 4WD low range is fitted	Not Applicable
4WD Selector	Standard	Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles	Not Applicable	No
Drive Mode Selector	4WD/off-road drive mode support	-
Front Differential Lock	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Gear Ratio 1st	3.600	-
Gear Ratio 2nd	2.090	-
Gear Ratio 3rd	1.488	-
Gear Ratio 4th	1.000	-
Gear Ratio 5th	0.687	-
Gear Ratio 6th	0.580	-
Gear Ratio Reverse	3.732	-
Gearbox Type	Automatic	5-Speed Manual
Low Range Ratio	2.482	Not Applicable
Low Range	Available where 4WD low range is fitted	Not Applicable
Axle Layout	4WD / AWD	RWD
Rear Differential Lock	Standard	Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard	Standard	Not Available
Transmission Speeds	4	5
Differential Type Front	-	Not Available
Differential Type Rear	-	Not Available

Spec	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
Claimed Mileage	12.3 km/l	11.8 km/l
City Mileage	10.0 km/l	10.0 km/l
Highway Mileage	14.4 km/l	11.5 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity	76 l	70 l
Emission Standard	Not Applicable	Euro 4
AdBlue Tank Capacity	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage	12.3 km/l	11.8 km/l
Charging Port Type	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Charging Type	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres	76	70
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	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
Airbags	2	2
ABS	Standard	Standard
Electronic Stability Control	Not Available	Standard
Traction Control	Not Available	Standard
Hill Descent Control	Confirmed 4WD derivative	Not Available
Hill Start Assist	Not Available	Not Available
Child Safety Lock	Not Available	Standard
ISOFIX Mounts	Not Available	Not Available
Brake Assist	Not Available	Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Standard	Not Available
Engine Immobiliser	Not Available	Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats	Not Available	Not Available
Front Parking Sensors	Standard	Not Available
AEB	Not Available	Not Available
BA	Not Available	Standard
Brake Override System	Not Available	Not Available
Curtain Airbags	Standard	Not Available
Driver Airbag	Not Available	2
EBD	Standard	Standard
Engine Immobiliser	Not Available	Standard
Hill Hold	Not Available	Not Available
Passenger Airbag	Not Available	2
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
Blind Spot Monitoring	Standard	Not Available
Knee Airbag	Not Available	Not Available
ABS EBD	Standard	Standard
Alarm System	-	Standard
Central Locking	-	Standard
Anti Theft Alarm	-	Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags	-	2
Driver Passenger Airbags	-	2
ESC With Traction Control	-	Standard

Spec	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
Cruise Control	Standard	Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control	Not Available	Not Available
Lane Keep Assist	Not Available	Not Available
Lane Departure Warning	Not Available	Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring	Standard	Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Not Available	Not Available
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Not Available
Rear View Camera	Standard	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 Lights	LED	Not Available
Auto Wipers	Not Available	Not Available
EV Mode	Not Available	Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors	Standard	Not Available
Reverse Camera	Standard	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	Standard	Not Available
Forward Collision Warning	Not Available	Not Available
Front Camera	Standard	-
Multi Collision Braking	Standard	-
Parking Distance Sensors	Front & Rear	Not Available
Parking Sensor	Front & Rear	Not Available
Emergency Braking	-	Not Available
Pre-Collision System	-	Not Available
Rain Sensor Wipers	-	Not Available
Rear View Camera	-	Not Available
Reverse Camera Type	-	Not Available
Reversing Camera	-	Not Available
Surround View Camera	Not Available	Not Available

Spec	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
Seat Material	Partial Leather	Fabric
Heated Seats	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Steering Type	Hydraulic	Hydraulic
Ambient Lighting	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Front Armrest	Centre console	Not Available
Front Shoulder Room	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options	3	3
60 40 Split Seat	Not Applicable	Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment	Not Applicable	Manual
Fabric Seats	Partial Leather	Fabric
Passenger Seat Adjustment	Not Applicable	Manual
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.	Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Quantum Panel Van grade before assuming a feature is included.
Leather Accented Seat Trim	Partial Leather	Fabric
Interior Colours	3	3
Seat Trim	Partial Leather	Fabric
Seat Adjustment	-	Manual
Steering Adjustment	-	Tilt
Folding Rear Seats	-	Standard
Rear USB Ports	-	1
Instrument Cluster Type	-	Not Available
Adjustable Driver Seat	-	Manual
Armrest Front	-	Not Available
Driver Seat	-	Manual
Seat Fold Type	-	Standard

Spec	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
Infotainment System	SYNC	6.8-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay	Standard	Not Available
Android Auto	Standard	Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity	Standard	Standard
Number of Speakers	AM/FM Radio, 9-inch Touch Screen, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, WiFi, Handsfree Phone	2
Digital Instrument Cluster	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
USB Ports	Not Available	1
Wireless Apple CarPlay	Standard	Not Available
Wireless Android Auto	Standard	Not Available
FM Radio	AM/FM Radio, 9-inch Touch Screen, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, WiFi, Handsfree Phone	-
Infotainment Screen Size	SYNC	6.8-inch Touchscreen
Audio	AM/FM Radio, 9-inch Touch Screen, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, WiFi, Handsfree Phone	-
Audio Speakers	AM/FM Radio, 9-inch Touch Screen, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, WiFi, Handsfree Phone	2
Audio System	AM/FM Radio, 9-inch Touch Screen, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, WiFi, Handsfree Phone	2
Infotainment Screen	SYNC	6.8-inch Touchscreen
Connected Services	SYNC	Standard
Smartphone Connectivity	Bluetooth	Not Available
Radio	AM/FM Radio, 9-inch Touch Screen, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, WiFi, Handsfree Phone	-
Touchscreen	SYNC	6.8-inch Touchscreen
Navigation System	-	Not Available
Voice Recognition	-	Not Available
Infotainment Display	-	6.8-inch Touchscreen
Rear Usb	-	1
Display Audio	-	6.8-inch Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports	-	1
Multi Information Display	-	Not Available
Voice Control	-	Not Available

Spec	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
LED Headlamps	LED	Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps	LED	Not Available
Fog Lamps	Std, LED	Not Available
Roof Rails	Std, Dark Gray met	Not Available
Exterior Colour Options	3	3
Body Type	Pickup	Van
DRL	LED	Not Available
Fog Lights	Std, LED	Not Available
Front Fog Lights	Std, LED	Not Available
Led Headlights	LED	Not Available
Auto Headlights	LED	Not Available
Automatic Headlamps	LED	Not Available
Daytime Running Lights	LED	Not Available
Exterior Colour Options	3	3
Front Fog Lamps	Std, LED	Not Available
Headlamp Levelling	LED	Not Available
Headlamps	LED	Not Available
Headlight Type	LED	Not Available
Headlights	LED	Not Available
Load Bed Liner	Pickup utility fitment/compatibility	Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof	Not Available	Not Available
Active Exhaust	Not Available	Not Available
Radiator Grille	Silky Silver Met	-
Rear Overhang Mm	1318 mm	-
Alloy Wheel Design	-	Not Available
Chrome Exterior Finish	-	Not Available
Rear Spoiler	-	Not Available
Roof Type	-	Not Available
Electric Blind Sunroof	-	Not Available
Exterior Mirror Electric	-	Front Only
Rear Spoiler	-	Not Available

Spec	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
Approach Angle	30 deg	Not Available
Departure Angle	18 deg	Not Available
Wading Depth	800 mm	Not Available
Terrain Modes	4WD/off-road drive mode support	Not Available
Locking Differential	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Underbody Protection	Confirmed 4WD derivative	-
4WD System Type	Four-wheel drive	Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control	Confirmed 4WD derivative	Not Available
Approach Angle Deg	30 deg	-
Breakover Angle	22.5 deg	Not Available
Breakover Angle Deg	22.5 deg	-
Departure Angle Deg	18 deg	-
Energy Recovery Display	Not Available	Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard	Standard	Not Available
Ground Clearance Max	232 mm	175 mm
Ground Clearance Min	232 mm	175 mm
Off Road Traction Assist	Confirmed 4WD derivative	Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard	Standard	Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud	Confirmed 4WD derivative	Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand	Confirmed 4WD derivative	Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow	Confirmed 4WD derivative	Not Available
Wading Depth Mm	800 mm	-
Off Road Descent Control	-	Not Available
Crawl Control	-	Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank	-	Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case	-	Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal	-	Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock	-	Not Available
Terrain Response System	-	Not Available
Underbody Camera	-	Not Available

Spec	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
Tyre Size	265/60R18	195/75 R16C
Front Brake Type	Not Available	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Not Available	Drum
Spare Wheel Type	Steel 17 x 7.0J-33	Full-Size
Wheel Rim Size	Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33	Not Available
Spare Tyre	Steel 17 x 7.0J-33	Full-Size
Tyre Type	265/60R18	195/75 R16C
Wheel Diameter	Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33	Not Available
Handbrake Type	Not Applicable	Not Applicable
Leather Steering Wheel	Leather	-
Multi Collision Brake	Standard	-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls	Standard	Not Available
Steering Wheel Trim	Leather	-
Towing Unbraked Kg	750 kg	-
Tyre Pressure Display	Standard	Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring	Standard	Not Available
Wheel Size Type	Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33	-
Wheel Type	-	Not Available
Brake Type Front	-	Disc
Brake Type Rear	-	Drum
Autonomous Emergency Brake	-	Not Available
Brakes	-	Disc
Cornering Brake Control	-	Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep	-	Not Available
Hydraulic Brake Assist	-	Standard
Spare Wheel Size Type	-	Full-Size
Wheel Material	-	Not Available
Wheels	-	Not Available

Spec	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
Service Interval	12 months / 15 000 km	-
Maintenance Plan	6 years / 90 000 km	3 Years / 45,000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval	12 months / 15 000 km	-
Service Plan Duration	6 years / 90 000 km	3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Plan Distance	6 years / 90 000 km	3 Years / 45,000 km
Alternator	90A	-
Service Plan	6 years / 90 000 km	3 Years / 45,000 km
Service Intervals	12 months / 15 000 km	-
Battery Warranty	-	5 Years / 150,000 km

Spec	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
Warranty Years	5 years / 120 000 km	3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Kilometers	5 years / 120 000 km	3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance	5 years / 120 000 km	3 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty	5 years / unlimited km	-
Basic Warranty	5 years / 120 000 km	3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance	5 years / 120 000 km	3 Years
Warranty	5 years / 120 000 km	3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance	5 years / 120 000 km	3 Years

Spec	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
CO2 Emissions	212 g/km	209 g/km
Hybrid System Type	Not Available	Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement	Diesel	Diesel
Idle CO2 Output	212	209
CO2 Emissions G Km	212	209
Euro Emission Standard	-	Euro 4

Spec	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
Ownership Role	Flagship	Base
Price Zar	900310 ZAR	845700 ZAR
Pricing Role	Current listed price	Current listed price
Starting Price	900310	845700
Starting Price Zar	900310	845700

Spec	D-Max Double Cab	Quantum Panel Van
Real-world City Mileage Min	-	9.5 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max	-	12 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min	-	8 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max	-	9.5 l/100km
Owner Review Count	-	5

In depth: how these cars differ

This D-Max Double Cab and Quantum Panel Van 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 Quantum Panel Van 37.

Efficiency index: D-Max Double Cab 49 vs Quantum Panel Van 48.

Safety-equipment index: D-Max Double Cab 44 vs Quantum Panel Van 44.

Practicality index: D-Max Double Cab 91 vs Quantum Panel Van 71.

Ownership-cover index: D-Max Double Cab not separately scored vs Quantum Panel Van 43.

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 Quantum Panel Van image comparison

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Isuzu D-Max Double Cab

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Toyota Quantum Panel Van

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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

D-Max Double Cab leads by 14 points

D-Max Double Cab has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Quantum Panel Van remains close.

Evidence leader 63 /100

Lead 14 points

Data 75% source coverage

#1 Evidence leader

D-Max Double Cab

75% source coverage 1 strong categories

Best at Practicality 91 Check Safety 44

Performance 64

Efficiency 49

Safety 44

Practicality 91

Leads by 14 points

Quantum Panel Van

84% source coverage 1 strong categories

Best at Practicality 71 Check Performance 37

Performance 37

Efficiency 48

Safety 44

Practicality 71

Ownership 43

Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%

Category leaders What moves the verdict

Performance D-Max Double Cab +27 Efficiency D-Max Double Cab +1 Safety Level Practicality D-Max Double Cab +20

Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.

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Evidence-index leader

D-Max Double Cab

Performance 64/100

Efficiency 49/100

Safety 44/100

Practicality 91/100

Quantum Panel Van

Performance 37/100

Efficiency 48/100

Safety 44/100

Practicality 71/100

Ownership 43/100

What the evidence means

Evidence index Isuzu D-Max Double Cab leads the specification evidence index with 63 pts vs 49 pts for Quantum Panel Van

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

D-Max Double Cab vs Quantum Panel Van questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa 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.

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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.

Isuzu D-Max Double Cab vs Toyota Quantum Panel Van

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Isuzu D-Max Double Cab vs Toyota Quantum Panel Van: the short answer

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D-Max Double Cab and Quantum Panel Van image comparison

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Specification Evidence Index

D-Max Double Cab leads by 14 points

D-Max Double Cab

Quantum Panel Van

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Quantum Panel Van

What the evidence means

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