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.
D-Max Single Cab starts ZAR 295,240 cheaperD-Max Single Cab from ZAR 373,750 · D-Max X-Rider from ZAR 668,990
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
D-Max X-Rider
Maximum Power
110 kW @ 3600 rpm
110 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque
350 Nm
350 Nm
Engine Size
1900 cc
1900 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
14.1 km/l
13.5 km/l
Ground Clearance
227 mm
227 mm
Boot / Load Bay
-
-
Airbags
Passenger
2
Kerb Weight
1810 kg
1845 kg
Seating Capacity
2 seats
5 seats
Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
5 years / 120 000 km
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
D-Max Single Cab has a modest catalogue-index lead, while D-Max X-Rider remains close.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
D-Max Single Cab
+7 pts
Efficiency
D-Max Single Cab
+3 pts
Safety
D-Max Single Cab
+50 pts
Practicality
D-Max X-Rider
+13 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Catalogue-index leader
D-Max Single Cab
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
D-Max X-Rider
Strengths
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
D-Max Single Cab
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
D-Max X-Rider
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
D-Max X-Rider
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Current South African D-Max Single Cab listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Current South African D-Max X-Rider 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
Single Cab pickup
Double Cab pickup
Body Type Cab
Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name
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
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.9 DDi Single Cab 4x4 HR L MT
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.9 DDi Double Cab X-Rider 4x2 AT
Gross Combined Mass Kg
5000 kg
5000 kg
Model Year
MY26
MY26
Production Status
published
published
Segment
Pickup
Pickup
Tare Mass Kg
1810 kg
1845 kg
Vehicle Type
Pickup
Pickup
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
D-Max X-Rider
Length
5325 mm
5265 mm
Width
1870 mm
1870 mm
Height
1780 mm
1805 mm
Wheelbase
3125 mm
3125 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
227 mm
227 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
76 l
Kerb Weight
1810 kg
1845 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3100 kg
3000 kg
Payload Capacity
1230 kg
1095 kg
Towing Capacity
2100 kg
2100 kg
Seating Capacity
2 seats
5 seats
Doors
2 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
12.5 m
12.5 m
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
D-Max X-Rider
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
High Mounting
High Mounting
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring Overslung
Leaf Spring Overslung
Power Steering
Hydraulic
-
Front Spring Type
High Mounting
High Mounting
Rear Spring Type
Leaf Spring Overslung
Leaf Spring Overslung
Shock Absorber Type
Twintube Gas Pressurised
Twintube Gas Pressurised
Front Suspension Type
High Mounting
High Mounting
Gross Axle Mass Front Kg
1450 kg
1450 kg
Gross Axle Mass Rear Kg
1910 kg
1910 kg
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Axle Type
Leaf Spring Overslung
Leaf Spring Overslung
Rear Suspension Type
Leaf Spring Overslung
Leaf Spring Overslung
Shock Absorbers
Twintube Gas Pressurised
Twintube Gas Pressurised
Suspension
High Mounting
High Mounting
Suspension Height
High Ride
High Ride
Track Front Rear Mm
1570/1570
1570 / 1570
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
D-Max X-Rider
Load Bed Length
2330 mm
1495 mm
Load Bed Width
1590 mm
1530 mm
Climate Control
Manual
Manual
Power Windows
Not Available
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Wireless
Wireless
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Halogen
LED
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Type
Manual
Manual
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Climate Zones
Manual
Manual
Fuel Consumption Combined
7.1
7.4
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Intercooler
Standard
-
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Seat Type
Cloth
Partial Leather X Mark on headrest with red stitching
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Spare Wheel
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 Diamond Cut
Air Conditioning
Manual
Manual
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Front Bumper
Black
High Appearance
Front Final Drive Ratio
4.100
-
Front Wiper
Variable Intermittent
-
Front Wipers Type
Variable Intermittent
-
Intelligent Battery System
Standard
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Standard
-
Load Bed Light
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Loadbox Depth Mm
465 mm
490 mm
Loadbox Length Mm
2330 mm
1495 mm
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Standard
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
4
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Loadbox Width Mm
1590 mm
1530 mm
Manual Aircon
Manual
Manual
Mudflaps
Front & Rear
-
Oil Pan Guard
Standard
Standard
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Standard
-
Pre Air Cleaner
Standard
-
Rear Bumper
Black
Body Colour
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Final Drive Ratio
4.100
4.100
Rear Step Bumper
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Standard
-
Rim Size
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 Diamond Cut
Sound System
2
6
Source Model Column
1.9 DDI HR L 4X4
1.9 DDI X-RIDER 4X2 A/T
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Tie Down Hooks
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Tow Bar Type
Bakkie towing support
Bakkie towing support
Towbar
Optional (2.1T)
Bakkie towing support
TPMS
Not Available
Not Available
Trailer Hitch
Bakkie towing support
Bakkie towing support
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Bakkie towing support
Trailer Sway Control
Standard
Standard
Trim Level
top
top
Unlocking
Standard
Not Available
Variant Role
Off-road or adventure derivative
Off-road or adventure derivative
Vdc
Standard
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Standard
-
Walk Away Lock
Standard
-
Water Depth Protection Mm
800 mm
800 mm
Side Steps
-
Std, Black
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Sonar
-
Rear
Sports Bar
-
Std, Black
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
D-Max X-Rider
Engine
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Code
RZ4E-MID
RZ4E-MID
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1900 cc
1900 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
16.5:1
16.5:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
110 kW @ 3600 rpm
110 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque
350 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
4WD
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
6-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
60.8 kW/tonne
59.6 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
193.4 Nm/tonne
189.7 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 Single Cab
D-Max X-Rider
Gearbox
Manual
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
4x2
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
6
2
Transmission Type
6 Speed Manual
6 Speed Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Manual
Automatic
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
4x2
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
Standard
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Ratio 1st
4.942
3.600
Gear Ratio 2nd
2.686
2.090
Gear Ratio 3rd
1.527
1.488
Gear Ratio 4th
1.000
1.000
Gear Ratio 5th
0.749
0.687
Gear Ratio 6th
0.634
0.580
Gear Ratio Reverse
4.597
3.732
Gearbox Type
Manual
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
2.482
2.482
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4WD / AWD
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
Standard
Standard
Transfer Case Guard
Standard
Standard
Transmission Speeds
6
2
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
D-Max X-Rider
Claimed Mileage
14.1 km/l
13.5 km/l
City Mileage
11.5 km/l
11.0 km/l
Highway Mileage
16.5 km/l
15.8 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 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
14.1 km/l
13.5 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
76
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
D-Max Single Cab
D-Max X-Rider
Airbags
Passenger
2
ABS
Standard
Not Available
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Alarm System
Standard
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
AEB
Not Available
Not Available
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Driver Airbag
Passenger
Not Available
EBD
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Passenger
Not Available
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
Standard
Not Available
TCS
Standard
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
-
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
Passenger
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
Passenger
-
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
-
Front Side Airbags
Standard
Standard
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
D-Max X-Rider
Cruise Control
Standard
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
Rear
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
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
Halogen
LED
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Standard
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
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Rear
Parking Sensor
-
Rear
Rear View Camera
-
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
-
Standard
Reversing Camera
-
Standard
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
D-Max X-Rider
Seat Material
Cloth
Partial Leather X Mark on headrest with red stitching
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Hydraulic
-
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Urethane
Leather with red Isuzu badge/stitching
Interior Colour Options
3
3
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fabric Seats
Cloth
Partial Leather X Mark on headrest with red stitching
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 D-Max Single Cab 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 X-Rider grade before assuming a feature is included.
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Cloth
Partial Leather X Mark on headrest with red stitching
Interior Colours
3
3
Seat Trim
Cloth
Partial Leather X Mark on headrest with red stitching
Performance
D-Max Single Cab +7
Efficiency
D-Max Single Cab +3
Safety
D-Max Single Cab +50
Practicality
D-Max X-Rider +13
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Catalogue-index leader
D-Max Single Cab
Performance
62/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
64/100
D-Max X-Rider
Performance
55/100
Efficiency
53/100
Safety
40/100
Practicality
77/100
How to Read This Comparison
🏆Isuzu D-Max Single Cab
leads the catalogue index with 69 pts
vs 56 pts for D-Max X-Rider
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, D-Max Single Cab leads. However, D-Max X-Rider may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
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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.
Hagalu does not publish a guaranteed resale winner. Depreciation depends on age, mileage, condition, derivative, colour, supply and demand. Compare several current used-market listings and obtain trade-in valuations for equivalent examples before relying on a resale estimate.
Check the exact derivatives for drive type, ground clearance, tyres, approach and departure angles, wading depth and low-range gearing where officially disclosed. SUV styling or all-wheel drive alone does not prove that a vehicle is suitable for demanding off-road use.
Calculate each exact derivative using your monthly distance and a current fuel or electricity price, then add finance, insurance, scheduled service, tyres and licence costs. Hagalu does not claim a fixed monthly saving without those buyer-specific inputs.
It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This D-Max Single Cab and D-Max X-Rider 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: D-Max Single Cab 62 vs D-Max X-Rider 55.
Efficiency index: D-Max Single Cab 56 vs D-Max X-Rider 53.
Safety-equipment index: D-Max Single Cab 90 vs D-Max X-Rider 40.
Practicality index: D-Max Single Cab 64 vs D-Max X-Rider 77.
Ownership-cover index: D-Max Single Cab not separately scored vs D-Max X-Rider 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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