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Isuzu D-Max Single Cab vs Ford Everest: the short answer
D-Max Single Cab and Everest are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
D-Max Single Cab starts ZAR 451,250 cheaperD-Max Single Cab from ZAR 373,750 · Everest from ZAR 825,000
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
D-Max Single Cab
Everest
Maximum Power
D-Max Single Cab110 kW @ 3600 rpm
Everest184 kW @ 3250 rpm
Maximum Torque
D-Max Single Cab350 Nm
Everest600 Nm
Engine Size
D-Max Single Cab1900 cc
Everest2993 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
D-Max Single Cab14.1 km/l
Everest11.8 km/l
Ground Clearance
D-Max Single Cab227 mm
Everest226 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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Isuzu D-Max Single Cab
1.9 DDi Single Cab 4x4 HR L MT
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
D-Max Single Cab
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
Everest
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
D-Max Single Cab
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Everest
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Everest
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2022
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-generation Ford Everest
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.
Major generational update in 2022 with improved safety, technology, and design
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
2022
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Single Cab pickup
SUV
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.
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Flagship 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: 3.0TD V6 Platinum 10AT 4WD
Gross Combined Mass Kg
5000 kg
-
Model Year
MY26
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Pickup
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1810 kg
2450 kg
Vehicle Type
Pickup
SUV
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Everest
Length
5325 mm
4914 mm
Width
1870 mm
1923 mm
Height
1780 mm
1842 mm
Wheelbase
3125 mm
2900 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
227 mm
226 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
220 mm
170 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
80 l
Boot/Cargo Space
1000 l
259 l
Kerb Weight
1810 kg
2450 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3100 kg
3150 kg
Payload Capacity
1230 kg
680 kg
Towing Capacity
2100 kg
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
2 seats
7 seats
Number of Rows
1 rows
3 rows
Doors
2 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
12.5 m
5.9 m
Front Headroom
1005 mm
972 mm
Rear Headroom
900 mm
953 mm
Front Legroom
1060 mm
1058 mm
Rear Legroom
700 mm
912 mm
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Everest
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
High Mounting
Independent double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring Overslung
Coil spring with Watts linkage
Power Steering
Hydraulic
-
Front Spring Type
High Mounting
-
Rear Spring Type
Leaf Spring Overslung
-
Shock Absorber Type
Twintube Gas Pressurised
-
Front Suspension Type
High Mounting
Independent double wishbone
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
-
Rear Suspension Type
Leaf Spring Overslung
Coil spring with Watts linkage
Shock Absorbers
Twintube Gas Pressurised
-
Suspension
High Mounting
-
Suspension Height
High Ride
-
Track Front Rear Mm
1570/1570
-
Chassis Type
-
Ladder Frame
Chassis Material
-
Ladder Frame
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Everest
Load Bed Length
2330 mm
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
1590 mm
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Manual
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Power Windows
Not Available
Yes
Keyless Entry
Standard
Yes
Push Button Start
Not Available
Yes
Wireless Charging
Wireless
Yes
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Halogen
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Yes
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Type
Manual
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Climate Zones
Manual
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
7.1
-
Hill Start Assist
Standard
-
Intercooler
Standard
-
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Seat Type
Cloth
-
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Spare Wheel
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Full-size spare wheel
Air Conditioning
Manual
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Front Bumper
Black
-
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
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
465 mm
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
2330 mm
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Standard
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
4
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
1590 mm
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
Manual
-
Mudflaps
Front & Rear
-
Oil Pan Guard
Standard
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Standard
-
Pre Air Cleaner
Standard
-
Rear Bumper
Black
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Final Drive Ratio
4.100
-
Rear Step Bumper
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Standard
-
Rim Size
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Not Available
Sound System
2
10
Source Model Column
1.9 DDI HR L 4X4
everest
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
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
Optional (2.1T)
-
TPMS
Not Available
Not Available
Trailer Hitch
Bakkie towing support
-
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
Standard
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trim Level
top
flagship
Unlocking
Standard
Yes
Variant Role
Off-road or adventure derivative
Flagship / premium 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
-
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Sub Frame
-
Ladder Frame
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Everest
Engine
1.9-litre RZ4E Turbocharged Diesel
3-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
RZ4E-MID
Ford 3.0 V6 turbo diesel
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1900 cc
2993 cc
Cylinders
4
6
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
24
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common-rail direct injection
Common-rail direct injection
Compression Ratio
16.5:1
16.0:1
Bore
82.0 mm
82.0 mm
Stroke
94.6 mm
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
110 kW @ 3600 rpm
184 kW @ 3250 rpm
Maximum Torque
350 Nm
600 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
4WD
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
10-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
210 km/h
210 km/h
0-100 km/h
7.8 sec
8.2 sec
Quarter Mile
15.5 sec
16.2 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
4800 rpm
4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
60.8 kW/tonne
75.1 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
193.4 Nm/tonne
244.9 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
Everest
Gearbox
Manual
10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
4WD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Two-speed electronic transfer case
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Yes
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
No
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
6
10
Transmission Type
6 Speed Manual
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Torque converter
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Manual
Automatic selector
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
4WD
4WD Engagement
Available
Electronic shift-on-the-fly
4WD Hi Range
Available
Yes
4WD Lo Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Yes
4WD Selector
Standard
Electronic 4WD selector
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Gear Ratio 1st
4.942
-
Gear Ratio 2nd
2.686
-
Gear Ratio 3rd
1.527
-
Gear Ratio 4th
1.000
-
Gear Ratio 5th
0.749
-
Gear Ratio 6th
0.634
-
Gear Ratio Reverse
4.597
-
Gearbox Type
Manual
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
2.482
2.7
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Yes
Axle Layout
4WD / AWD
Front and rear driven axles
Rear Differential Lock
Standard
Yes
Transfer Case Guard
Standard
-
Transmission Speeds
6
10
Engine Position
-
Front longitudinal
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Everest
Claimed Mileage
14.1 km/l
11.8 km/l
City Mileage
11.5 km/l
9.9 km/l
Highway Mileage
16.5 km/l
13.7 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
80 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
11.8 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
76
80
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
Everest
Airbags
Passenger
6
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Yes
Traction Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Yes
Brake Assist
Standard
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Alarm System
Standard
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Yes
AEB
Not Available
Yes
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Yes
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Passenger
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Hill Hold
Standard
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Passenger
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Yes
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Yes
TCS
Standard
Yes
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
-
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
Passenger
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
Passenger
-
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
-
Front Side Airbags
Standard
-
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Everest
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
Not Available
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front and rear
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Yes
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Yes
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Yes
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Yes
Auto Lights
Halogen
-
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Yes
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Yes
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Park Assist
Not Available
Yes
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Yes
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Everest
Seat Material
Cloth
Leather-accented upholstery
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Yes
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Yes
Steering Type
Hydraulic
-
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Yes
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Urethane
Leather
Interior Colour Options
3
5
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Power adjustment
Fabric Seats
Cloth
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Power adjustment
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.
Premium interior design, large touchscreen, digital cluster, driver assistance features
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Cloth
-
Interior Colours
3
5
Seat Trim
Cloth
Leather-accented upholstery
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Everest
Infotainment System
SYNC
SYNC 4 infotainment system
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Yes
Number of Speakers
2
10
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
12.4-inch digital instrument cluster
USB Ports
Not Available
USB-A and USB-C
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
12
Audio Speakers
2
10
Audio System
2
-
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
12
Connected Services
SYNC
SYNC
Smartphone Connectivity
Bluetooth
-
Touchscreen
SYNC
12
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Everest
LED Headlamps
Halogen
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Std, LED
LED daytime running lights
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Roof Rails
Not Available
Yes
Exterior Colour Options
3
Multiple Ford South Africa factory exterior colours
This D-Max Single Cab and Everest 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 Single Cab 64 vs Everest 88.
Efficiency index: D-Max Single Cab 56 vs Everest 52.
Safety-equipment index: D-Max Single Cab 90 vs Everest 92.
Practicality index: D-Max Single Cab 75 vs Everest 77.
Ownership-cover index: D-Max Single Cab not separately scored vs Everest 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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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Everest leads by 7 points
D-Max Single Cab and Everest are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Everest
Performance
88/100
Efficiency
52/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
77/100
D-Max Single Cab
Performance
64/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
75/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexFord Everest
leads the specification evidence index with 79 pts
vs 72 pts for D-Max Single Cab
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Everest leads. However, D-Max Single Cab may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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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.
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