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Isuzu D-Max Single Cab vs Hyundai EX-8 Chassis Cab: the short answer
D-Max Single Cab and EX-8 Chassis Cab are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
D-Max Single Cab starts ZAR 208,150 cheaperD-Max Single Cab from ZAR 373,750 · EX-8 Chassis Cab from ZAR 581,900
Five key differences
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Specification
D-Max Single Cab
EX-8 Chassis Cab
Maximum Power
D-Max Single Cab110 kW @ 3600 rpm
EX-8 Chassis Cab103 kW @ 2800 rpm
Maximum Torque
D-Max Single Cab350 Nm
EX-8 Chassis Cab373 Nm
Engine Size
D-Max Single Cab1900 cc
EX-8 Chassis Cab3907 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
D-Max Single Cab14.1 km/l
EX-8 Chassis Cab5.5 km/l
Ground Clearance
D-Max Single Cab227 mm
EX-8 Chassis Cab200 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 Single Cab
1.9 DDi Single Cab 4x4 HR L MT
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
D-Max Single Cab
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished EfficiencyPublished Practicality
EX-8 Chassis Cab
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
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 Single 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
EX-8 Chassis Cab
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
D-Max Single Cab
EX-8 Chassis Cab
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 EX-8 Chassis Cab 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
Chassis cab
Body Type Cab
Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name
Cab body
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
Base 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
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Gross Combined Mass Kg
5000 kg
-
Model Year
MY26
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Pickup
Van
Tare Mass Kg
1810 kg
2650 kg
Vehicle Type
Pickup
Van
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
EX-8 Chassis Cab
Length
5325 mm
6620 mm
Width
1870 mm
2100 mm
Height
1780 mm
2355 mm
Wheelbase
3125 mm
3850 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
227 mm
200 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
220 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
100 l
Boot/Cargo Space
1000 l
Not Applicable
Kerb Weight
1810 kg
2650 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3100 kg
7800 kg
Payload Capacity
1230 kg
5150 kg
Towing Capacity
2100 kg
Not Officially Disclosed
Seating Capacity
2 seats
3 seats
Number of Rows
1 rows
2 rows
Doors
2 doors
2 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
12.5 m
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom
1005 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom
900 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom
1060 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom
700 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
EX-8 Chassis Cab
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
High Mounting
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring Overslung
Not Available
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
Not Available
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
Not Available
Shock Absorbers
Twintube Gas Pressurised
-
Suspension
High Mounting
-
Suspension Height
High Ride
-
Track Front Rear Mm
1570/1570
-
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
EX-8 Chassis Cab
Load Bed Length
2330 mm
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
1590 mm
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Manual
Not Available
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
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Type
Manual
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Climate Zones
Manual
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
7.1
-
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Intercooler
Standard
-
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Seat Type
Cloth
-
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Spare Wheel
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Not Available
Air Conditioning
Manual
Not Available
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
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
465 mm
-
Loadbox Length Mm
2330 mm
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Standard
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
4
-
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
Not Available
Source Model Column
1.9 DDI HR L 4X4
ex-8-chassis-cab
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Tie Down Hooks
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Tow Bar Type
Bakkie towing support
-
Towbar
Optional (2.1T)
-
TPMS
Not Available
Not Available
Trailer Hitch
Bakkie towing support
-
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trailer Sway Control
Standard
-
Trim Level
top
base
Unlocking
Standard
Not Available
Variant Role
Off-road or adventure derivative
Commercial utility 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
-
Engine Warranty
-
4
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
EX-8 Chassis Cab
Engine
1.9-litre RZ4E Turbocharged Diesel
3.9-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
RZ4E-MID
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1900 cc
3907 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
16
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common-rail direct injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
16.5:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
82.0 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
94.6 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
110 kW @ 3600 rpm
103 kW @ 2800 rpm
Maximum Torque
350 Nm
373 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 Manual
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
210 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
7.8 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
15.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
4800 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
60.8 kW/tonne
38.9 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
193.4 Nm/tonne
140.8 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
EX-8 Chassis Cab
Gearbox
Manual
Manual
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
Rear-wheel drive
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
5
Transmission Type
6 Speed Manual
Manual
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Manual
Manual
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
Rear-wheel drive
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
Not Applicable
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
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
Manual
Low Range Ratio
2.482
Not Applicable
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4WD / AWD
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
Standard
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Standard
Not Available
Transmission Speeds
6
5
Differential Type Front
-
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
-
Not Available
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
EX-8 Chassis Cab
Claimed Mileage
14.1 km/l
5.5 km/l
City Mileage
11.5 km/l
4.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
16.5 km/l
6.4 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
100 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
5.5 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
76
100
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
EX-8 Chassis Cab
Airbags
Passenger
Airbags not listed in official Hyundai EX8 brochure
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Not Available
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
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Passenger
Not Available
EBD
Standard
Standard
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
Standard
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
EX-8 Chassis Cab
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
Front and rear
Rear View Camera
Not Available
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
Halogen
-
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
Reverse Camera
Not Available
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
Not Available
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
EX-8 Chassis Cab
Seat Material
Cloth
Cloth
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
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
3
3
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fabric Seats
Cloth
Cloth
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 EX-8 Chassis Cab grade before assuming a feature is included.
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Cloth
-
Interior Colours
3
3
Seat Trim
Cloth
Cloth
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Digital instrument cluster
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
EX-8 Chassis Cab
Infotainment System
SYNC
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
2
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Digital instrument cluster
USB Ports
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
SYNC
Audio Speakers
2
Not Available
Audio System
2
-
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
SYNC
Connected Services
SYNC
SYNC
Smartphone Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Touchscreen
SYNC
SYNC
Multi Information Display
-
Digital display
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
EX-8 Chassis Cab
LED Headlamps
Halogen
Halogen
Daytime Running Lamps
Std, LED
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
3
3
Rear Wiper
Variable Intermittent
-
Body Type
Pickup
Van
DRL
Std, LED
Not Available
Fog Lights
Not Available
-
Front Fog Lights
Not Available
-
Led Headlights
Halogen
Halogen
Auto Headlights
Halogen
-
Automatic Headlamps
Halogen
-
Daytime Running Lights
Std, LED
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
3
3
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
Halogen
-
Headlamps
Halogen
Halogen
Headlight Type
Halogen
Halogen
Headlights
Halogen
Halogen
Load Bed Liner
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Radiator Grille
Black Paint
-
Rear Overhang Mm
1310 mm
-
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
EX-8 Chassis Cab
Approach Angle
30 deg
Not Available
Departure Angle
23 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
Standard
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
30 deg
-
Breakover Angle
21.4 deg
Not Available
Breakover Angle Deg
21.4 deg
-
Departure Angle Deg
23 deg
-
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Standard
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
227 mm
200 mm
Ground Clearance Min
227 mm
200 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Standard
Not Available
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
-
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 Single Cab
EX-8 Chassis Cab
Tyre Size
255/65R17
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Not Available
Spare Tyre
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Not Available
Tyre Type
255/65R17
-
Wheel Diameter
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Not Available
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Standard
-
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
-
Leather Steering Wheel
Urethane
-
Spare Wheel Size Type
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Not Available
-
Steering Wheel Trim
Urethane
-
Towing Unbraked Kg
750 kg
-
Tyre Pressure Display
Not Available
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Wheel Size Type
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
-
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
EX-8 Chassis Cab
Service Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
15000 km / 12 months
Maintenance Plan
6 years / 90 000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
15000 km / 12 months
Service Plan Duration
6 years / 90 000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Service Plan Distance
6 years / 90 000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Alternator
90A
120A
Service Plan
6 years / 90 000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Service Intervals
12 months / 15 000 km
15000 km / 12 months
Battery Warranty
-
4
First Service At
-
15000
Accessory Battery Type
-
Lead-acid
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
EX-8 Chassis Cab
Warranty Years
5 years / 120 000 km
5
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 120 000 km
5
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
5 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 years / unlimited km
5 Years
Basic Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
5
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
5 Years
Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
5
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
5 Years
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
EX-8 Chassis Cab
CO2 Emissions
186 g/km
Not Applicable
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Diesel
Idle CO2 Output
186
-
CO2 Emissions G Km
186
-
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
EX-8 Chassis Cab
Ownership Role
Top
Base
Price Zar
585200 ZAR
581900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
585200
581900
Starting Price Zar
585200
581900
In depth: how these cars differ
This D-Max Single Cab and EX-8 Chassis Cab 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 EX-8 Chassis Cab 58.
Efficiency index: D-Max Single Cab 56 vs EX-8 Chassis Cab 32.
Safety-equipment index: D-Max Single Cab 90 vs EX-8 Chassis Cab 94.
Practicality index: D-Max Single Cab 75 vs EX-8 Chassis Cab 67.
Ownership-cover index: D-Max Single Cab not separately scored vs EX-8 Chassis Cab 65.
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
D-Max Single Cab leads by 7 points
D-Max Single Cab and EX-8 Chassis Cab are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Performance
D-Max Single Cab +6
Efficiency
D-Max Single Cab +24
Safety
EX-8 Chassis Cab +4
Practicality
D-Max Single Cab +8
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
D-Max Single Cab
Performance
64/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
75/100
EX-8 Chassis Cab
Performance
58/100
Efficiency
32/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
67/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexIsuzu D-Max Single Cab
leads the specification evidence index with 72 pts
vs 65 pts for EX-8 Chassis Cab
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, D-Max Single Cab leads. However, EX-8 Chassis Cab may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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