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 799900 cheaperD-Max Single Cab from ZAR 373,750 · P500 from ZAR 799,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P500
Engine Power
110 @ 3600
255
Torque
350 @ 1800-2600
648
Engine Size
1900
2000
Claimed Mileage
14.1
9.8
Ground Clearance
227
224 mm
Boot Space
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Airbags
Passenger
Not Available
Kerb Weight
1810
Not Applicable
Seating Capacity
2
5
Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
5
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
Both D-Max Single Cab and P500 are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
P500
+36 pts
Efficiency
D-Max Single Cab
+8 pts
Safety
D-Max Single Cab
+47 pts
Practicality
P500
+11 pts
Ownership
P500
+17 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
D-Max Single Cab
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger safety package
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Less practical in daily usage
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Fuel Efficiency
🏆 Overall Winner
P500
Strengths
More powerful engine output
More practical for daily use
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Less comprehensive safety features
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFamily Usage
Which One's Right for You?
D-Max Single Cab
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
P500
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P500
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 P500 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
Pickup
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
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: 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT
Model Year
MY26
2026
Production Status
published
published
Segment
Pickup
Pickup
Vehicle Type
Pickup
Pickup
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P500
Ground Clearance
227 mm
224 mm
Wheelbase
3125 mm
3350 mm
Length
5325 mm
5445 mm
Width
1870 mm
1991 mm
Height
1780 mm
1924 mm
Kerb Weight
1810 kg
Not Applicable
Gross Vehicle Weight
3100 kg
Not Applicable
Seating Capacity
2
5
Boot Space
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Towing Capacity
2100 kg
Not Applicable
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Turning Radius
12.5 m
Not Applicable
Load Bed Length
2330 mm
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
1590 mm
Not Applicable
Front Legroom
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Legroom
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Headroom
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Headroom
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Doors
2
4
Max Payload
1230 kg
Not Applicable
Boot Volume
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Doors
2
4
Seats
2
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
Not Applicable
Gross Combined Mass Kg
5000 kg
-
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg
3100 kg
Not Applicable
Ground Clearance Max
227 mm
224 mm
Ground Clearance Min
227 mm
224 mm
Ground Clearance Mm
227 mm
224 mm
Height Mm
1780 mm
1924 mm
Length Mm
5325 mm
5445 mm
Loadbox Length Mm
2330 mm
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
1590 mm
Not Applicable
Payload Kg
1230 kg
Not Applicable
Cargo Volume
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Overhang Mm
1310 mm
-
Tare Mass Kg
1810 kg
Not Applicable
Track Front Rear Mm
1570/1570
-
Turning Circle
12.5 m
Not Applicable
Turning Circle M
12.5 m
Not Applicable
Width Mm
1870 mm
1991 mm
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P500
Engine
Not Applicable
2.0-litre turbo hybrid
Engine Type
Not Applicable
2.0-litre turbo hybrid
Displacement
1900 cc
2000 cc
Cylinders
4
Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
16
Not Applicable
Power
110 @ 3600 kW
255 kW
Power @ RPM
110 @ 3600
Not Applicable
Torque
350 @ 1800-2600 Nm
648 Nm
Torque @ RPM
350 @ 1800-2600
Not Applicable
Fuel System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Turbocharger
Standard
Not Applicable
Top Speed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
0-100 km/h
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
16.5:1
Not Applicable
Cylinder Bore
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Piston Stroke
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Code
RZ4E-MID
Not Applicable
Power
110 @ 3600 bhp
342 bhp
Fuel Grade Required
Diesel
Hybrid
Cylinder Layout
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Aspiration
Standard
Not Applicable
Engine Type Config
Not Applicable
2.0-litre turbo hybrid
0–100 km/h
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Capacity
Not Available
-
Charging Port
Not Available
-
AC Charging Time
Not Available
-
Engine Displacement
1900 cc
2000 cc
Engine Displacement Litres
1.9 l
2 l
EV Range
Not Available
-
Acceleration 0 100
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Bore X Stroke Mm
80 x 94.4
-
Combined System Power
Not Available
-
Combined System Torque
Not Available
-
Engine Config
Not Applicable
2.0-litre turbo hybrid
Engine Cylinders
4
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement Cc
1900 cc
2000 cc
Engine Power kW
110 @ 3600 kW
255 kW
Engine Torque Nm
350 @ 1800-2600 Nm
648 Nm
Engine Valves
16
Not Applicable
Induction
Standard
Not Applicable
Max Power kW
110 @ 3600 kW
255 kW
Max Torque Nm
350 @ 1800-2600 Nm
648 Nm
Maximum Power
110 @ 3600 kW
255 kW
Maximum Torque
350 @ 1800-2600 Nm
648 Nm
Motor Position
Not Available
-
Motor Power
Not Available
-
Motor Torque
Not Available
-
Motor Type
Not Available
-
Power Assisted Steering
Hydraulic
-
Power kW Rpm
110 @ 3600
Not Applicable
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
System Output
Not Available
-
Torque Nm Rpm
350 @ 1800-2600
Not Applicable
Turbo Type
Standard
Not Applicable
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P500
Transmission
Manual
Automatic
Drive Type
4WD / AWD
Not Applicable
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
4WD / AWD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Rear differential lock
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
6 km/h
9 km/h
Transmission Type
Manual
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
Not Applicable
Transmission
Manual
Automatic
4WD Engagement
Available
Available
4WD Hi Range
Available
Available
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
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
Automatic
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Standard
Axle Layout
4WD / AWD
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Standard
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Standard
-
Transmission Speeds
6 km/h
9 km/h
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P500
Claimed Mileage
14.1 km/l
9.8 km/l
City Mileage
11.6 km/l
8 km/l
Highway Mileage
16.4 km/l
11.4 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Average Fuel Consumption
7.1 l/100km
10.2 l/100km
Claimed Fuel Consumption
7.1 l/100km
10.2 l/100km
Fuel Efficiency
7.1 l/100km
10.2 l/100km
Real-world Mileage
14.1 km/l
9.8 km/l
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Time AC Full
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Time DC Fast 80pct
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Consumption
7.1 l/100km
10.2 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
7.1 l/100km
10.2 l/100km
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Economy Combined
7.1 l/100km
10.2 l/100km
Fuel Tank Litres
76 l
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Diesel
Hybrid
Low Range Ratio
2.482
Not Applicable
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
Range Wltp
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P500
Airbags
Passenger
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Not Available
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
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
Not Available
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
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Passenger
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not Available
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
TCS
Standard
Not Available
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
-
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P500
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
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
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
Drive Modes
Not Available
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
-
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
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
P500
Seat Material
Cloth
Not Applicable
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Hydraulic
-
Ambient Lighting
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
-
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 P500 grade before assuming a feature is included.
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Cloth
-
Interior Colours
3
3
Seat Capacity
2
5
Seat Count
2
5
Seat Trim
Cloth
Not Applicable
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P500
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
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Halogen
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
AC Type
Manual
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Climate Zones
Manual
-
TPMS
Not Available
Not Available
Fuel Consumption Combined
7.1
10.2
Gear Shift Type
Manual
Automatic
Ground Clearance Unladen
227
-
Hill Start Assist
Standard
-
Intercooler
Standard
-
Launch Control
Not Available
Not Available
Payload Capacity
1230
Bakkie payload-rated derivative
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Seat Type
Cloth
-
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not Available
Service Plan
6 years / 90 000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Spare Wheel
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Valves Per Cylinder
16
Not Applicable
Air Conditioning
Manual
Not Available
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
-
Battery Voltage
Not Available
-
Front Bumper
Black
-
Front Final Drive Ratio
4.100
-
Front Wiper
Variable Intermittent
-
Front Wipers Type
Variable Intermittent
-
Intelligent Battery System
Standard
-
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Standard
-
Load Bed Light
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Loadbox Depth Mm
465 mm
-
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Standard
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
4
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Manual Aircon
Manual
-
Mudflaps
Front & Rear
-
Oil Pan Guard
Standard
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
-
Passive Entry Start
Standard
-
Pre Air Cleaner
Standard
-
Rear Bumper
Black
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
-
Rear Final Drive Ratio
4.100
-
Rear Step Bumper
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Regenerative Braking
Not Available
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
-
Remote Central Locking
Standard
-
Rim Size
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Not Available
Sound System
2
10-speaker premium audio
Source Model Column
1.9 DDI HR L 4X4
p500
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
Trailer Hitch
Bakkie towing support
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
Not Available
Variant Role
Off-road or adventure derivative
Flagship / premium derivative
Vdc
Standard
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
-
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
-
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Standard
-
Walk Away Lock
Standard
-
Water Depth Protection Mm
800 mm
-
Engine Warranty
-
5
Voice Command
-
Standard
Diff Lock
-
Rear differential lock
Difflock
-
Rear differential lock
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P500
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Not Available
Android Auto
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Not Available
Number of Speakers
2
10-speaker premium audio
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
USB Ports
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Not Available
Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
SYNC
Audio Speakers
2
10-speaker premium audio
Audio System
2
10-speaker premium audio
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
SYNC
Connected Services
SYNC
SYNC
Smartphone Connectivity
Bluetooth
-
Touchscreen
SYNC
SYNC
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Not Available
Navigation System
-
Standard
Voice Recognition
-
Standard
Voice Control
-
Standard
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P500
LED Headlamps
Halogen
Not Available
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
Pickup
DRL
Std, LED
Not Available
Fog Lights
Not Available
-
Front Fog Lights
Not Available
-
Led Headlights
Halogen
Not Available
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
Not Available
Headlight Type
Halogen
Not Available
Headlights
Halogen
Not Available
Load Bed Liner
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Radiator Grille
Black Paint
-
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P500
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
Rear differential lock
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
4WD System Type
4WD / AWD
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Confirmed 4WD derivative
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
-
Front Skid Plate Guard
Standard
-
Off Road Descent Control
Standard
-
Off Road Traction Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Standard
-
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
-
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P500
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
Braked Towing Capacity
2100 kg
Bakkie towing support
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 Braked Kg
2100 kg
Bakkie towing support
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
-
Wheelbase Mm
3125 mm
3350 mm
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P500
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
-
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P500
Service Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
10000
Maintenance Plan
6 years / 90 000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
10,000 km
Service Plan Duration
6 years / 90 000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Service Plan Distance
6 years / 90 000 km
5 Years / 75,000 km
Alternator
90A
110A
Battery Type
Not Available
Lithium-Ion
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Yes
Service Intervals
12 months / 15 000 km
10000
Approx Service Cost
-
Included in Service Plan
Battery Warranty
-
8 Years / 160,000 km
First Service At
-
5000
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Yes
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P500
Warranty Years
5 years / 120 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 120 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
Yes
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 years / unlimited km
6 Years
Basic Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
Yes
Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
Yes
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P500
CO2 Emissions
186 g/km
0 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Hybrid
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Hybrid
Idle CO2 Output
186
0
CO2 Emissions G Km
186
0
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
P500
Ownership Role
Top
Flagship
Price Source
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
Price Zar
585200 ZAR
999900 ZAR
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Overall Verdict Score
Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.
Weighted / 100
Verdict readout
P500 leads by 2 points
Both D-Max Single Cab and P500 are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.
Performance
P500 +36
Efficiency
D-Max Single Cab +8
Safety
D-Max Single Cab +47
Practicality
P500 +11
Ownership
P500 +17
Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Overall Winner
P500
Performance
98/100
Efficiency
48/100
Safety
9/100
Practicality
75/100
Ownership
65/100
D-Max Single Cab
Performance
62/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
56/100
Practicality
64/100
Ownership
48/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆GWM P500
wins with 60 pts
vs 58 pts for D-Max Single Cab
In structured scoring, P500 emerges as the stronger overall package. However, D-Max Single Cab may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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See how similar cars go head-to-head — you might find a better fit than you expected.
On our scoring the P500 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 Single Cab 56 vs P500 48. 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 Single Cab 56, P500 9. 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 Single Cab 48, P500 65. 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 Single Cab 64, P500 75. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: D-Max Single Cab 62, P500 98. 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 P500 edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The P500 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 Single Cab and P500 in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: D-Max Single Cab scores 62 vs 98.
Efficiency: D-Max Single Cab scores 56 vs 48.
Safety: D-Max Single Cab scores 56 vs 9.
Practicality: D-Max Single Cab scores 64 vs 75.
Ownership: D-Max Single Cab scores 48 vs 65.
Final structured scoring gives P500
the advantage in this comparison.
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