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.
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At a Glance — Who Wins What
⚡PerformanceD-Max Single Cab
⛽Fuel EconomyD-Max Single Cab
🛡SafetyD-Max Single Cab
📦PracticalityD-Max Single Cab
🔑OwnershipRanger
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
Maximum Power
110 kW @ 3600 rpm
Not confirmed
Maximum Torque
350 Nm
Not confirmed
Engine Size
1900 cc
Not confirmed
Claimed Mileage
14.1 km/l
Not confirmed
Ground Clearance
227 mm
Not confirmed
Boot / Load Bay
-
Not confirmed
Airbags
Passenger
Not confirmed
Kerb Weight
1810 kg
Not confirmed
Seating Capacity
-
Not confirmed
Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
Not confirmed
= leads in this spec
Archived models stay fully comparable. Verified specs remain visible; historical fields that were not source-confirmed are marked Not confirmed instead of being guessed.
The Bottom Line
D-Max Single Cab holds a noticeable edge over Ranger, especially in key ownership areas.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
D-Max Single Cab
+12 pts
Efficiency
D-Max Single Cab
+6 pts
Safety
D-Max Single Cab
+56 pts
Practicality
D-Max Single Cab
+14 pts
Ownership
Ranger
+2 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
🏆 Overall Winner
D-Max Single Cab
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger safety package
More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFuel EfficiencyFamily Usage
Ranger
Strengths
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Less comprehensive safety features
Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to:General Use
Which One's Right for You?
D-Max Single Cab
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Ranger
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
Full Specs, Side by Side
Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
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.
Not confirmed
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.
Not confirmed
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Not confirmed
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Not confirmed
Body Style
Single Cab pickup
Not confirmed
Body Type Cab
Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name
Not confirmed
Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Not confirmed
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Not confirmed
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.9 DDi Single Cab 4x4 HR L MT
Not confirmed
Model Year
MY26
Not confirmed
Production Status
published
Not confirmed
Segment
Pickup
Not confirmed
Vehicle Type
Pickup
Not confirmed
Gross Combined Mass Kg
5000 kg
Not confirmed
Tare Mass Kg
1810 kg
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
Not confirmed
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Gearbox
Manual
Not confirmed
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Number of Gears
6
Not confirmed
Transmission Type
6 Speed Manual
Not confirmed
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
Not confirmed
4WD Engagement
Available
Not confirmed
4WD Hi Range
Available
Not confirmed
4WD Lo Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not confirmed
4WD Selector
Standard
Not confirmed
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Not confirmed
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio 1st
4.942
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio 2nd
2.686
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio 3rd
1.527
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio 4th
1.000
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio 5th
0.749
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio 6th
0.634
Not confirmed
Gear Ratio Reverse
4.597
Not confirmed
Gearbox Type
Manual
Not confirmed
Low Range Ratio
2.482
Not confirmed
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not confirmed
Axle Layout
4WD / AWD
Not confirmed
Rear Differential Lock
Standard
Not confirmed
Transfer Case Guard
Standard
Not confirmed
Transmission Speeds
6
Not confirmed
Gear Shift Type
Manual
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
Claimed Mileage
14.1 km/l
Not confirmed
City Mileage
11.6 km/l
Not confirmed
Highway Mileage
16.4 km/l
Not confirmed
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
Not confirmed
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Average Fuel Consumption
7.1 l/100km
Not confirmed
Claimed Fuel Consumption
7.1 l/100km
Not confirmed
Fuel Efficiency
7.1 l/100km
Not confirmed
Real-world Mileage
14.1 km/l
Not confirmed
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Combined Consumption
7.1 l/100km
Not confirmed
Combined Consumption L 100km
7.1 l/100km
Not confirmed
Fuel Economy Combined
7.1 l/100km
Not confirmed
Fuel Tank Litres
76
Not confirmed
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
Airbags
Passenger
Not confirmed
ABS
Standard
Not confirmed
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Not confirmed
Traction Control
Standard
Not confirmed
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Not confirmed
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not confirmed
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Not confirmed
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Not confirmed
Brake Assist
Standard
Not confirmed
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Not confirmed
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not confirmed
Alarm System
Standard
Not confirmed
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not confirmed
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not confirmed
AEB
Not Available
Not confirmed
BA
Standard
Not confirmed
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not confirmed
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not confirmed
Driver Airbag
Passenger
Not confirmed
EBD
Standard
Not confirmed
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not confirmed
Hill Hold
Standard
Not confirmed
Passenger Airbag
Passenger
Not confirmed
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not confirmed
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not confirmed
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not confirmed
TCS
Standard
Not confirmed
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not confirmed
ABS EBD
Standard
Not confirmed
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
Not confirmed
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
Passenger
Not confirmed
Driver Passenger Airbags
Passenger
Not confirmed
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
Not confirmed
Front Side Airbags
Standard
Not confirmed
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not confirmed
Stability Control
Standard
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
Cruise Control
Standard
Not confirmed
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not confirmed
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Not confirmed
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not confirmed
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not confirmed
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Not confirmed
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not confirmed
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not confirmed
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not confirmed
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not confirmed
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not confirmed
Auto Lights
Halogen
Not confirmed
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not confirmed
EV Mode
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not confirmed
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Not confirmed
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not confirmed
Park Assist
Not Available
Not confirmed
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not confirmed
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not confirmed
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
Seat Material
Cloth
Not confirmed
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Not confirmed
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Steering Wheel Material
Urethane
Not confirmed
Interior Colour Options
3
Not confirmed
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Fabric Seats
Cloth
Not confirmed
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
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.
Not confirmed
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Cloth
Not confirmed
Interior Colours
3
Not confirmed
Seat Trim
Cloth
Not confirmed
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
Climate Control
Manual
Not confirmed
Power Windows
Not Available
Not confirmed
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not confirmed
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not confirmed
Wireless Charging
Wireless
Not confirmed
Sunroof
Not Available
Not confirmed
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not confirmed
Automatic Headlamps
Halogen
Not confirmed
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not confirmed
AC Type
Manual
Not confirmed
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not confirmed
Climate Zones
Manual
Not confirmed
TPMS
Not Available
Not confirmed
Fuel Consumption Combined
7.1
Not confirmed
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not confirmed
Intercooler
Standard
Not confirmed
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not confirmed
Seat Type
Cloth
Not confirmed
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Spare Wheel
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Not confirmed
Air Conditioning
Manual
Not confirmed
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not confirmed
Front Bumper
Black
Not confirmed
Front Final Drive Ratio
4.100
Not confirmed
Front Wiper
Variable Intermittent
Not confirmed
Front Wipers Type
Variable Intermittent
Not confirmed
Intelligent Battery System
Standard
Not confirmed
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Standard
Not confirmed
Load Bed Light
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Not confirmed
Loadbox Depth Mm
465 mm
Not confirmed
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Standard
Not confirmed
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
4
Not confirmed
Manual Aircon
Manual
Not confirmed
Mudflaps
Front & Rear
Not confirmed
Oil Pan Guard
Standard
Not confirmed
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not confirmed
Passive Entry Start
Standard
Not confirmed
Pre Air Cleaner
Standard
Not confirmed
Rear Bumper
Black
Not confirmed
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear Final Drive Ratio
4.100
Not confirmed
Rear Step Bumper
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Not confirmed
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not confirmed
Remote Central Locking
Standard
Not confirmed
Rim Size
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Not confirmed
Sound System
2
Not confirmed
Source Model Column
1.9 DDI HR L 4X4
Not confirmed
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not confirmed
Tailgate Lock
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Not confirmed
Tie Down Hooks
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Not confirmed
Tow Bar Type
Bakkie towing support
Not confirmed
Towbar
Optional (2.1T)
Not confirmed
Trailer Hitch
Bakkie towing support
Not confirmed
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Trailer Sway Control
Standard
Not confirmed
Trim Level
top
Not confirmed
Unlocking
Standard
Not confirmed
Variant Role
Off-road or adventure derivative
Not confirmed
Vdc
Standard
Not confirmed
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not confirmed
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not confirmed
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Standard
Not confirmed
Walk Away Lock
Standard
Not confirmed
Water Depth Protection Mm
800 mm
Not confirmed
Load Bed Length
2330 mm
Not confirmed
Load Bed Width
1590 mm
Not confirmed
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Loadbox Length Mm
2330 mm
Not confirmed
Loadbox Width Mm
1590 mm
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
Length
5325 mm
Not confirmed
Width
1870 mm
Not confirmed
Height
1780 mm
Not confirmed
Wheelbase
3125 mm
Not confirmed
Doors
2 doors
Not confirmed
Payload Capacity
1230 kg
Not confirmed
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
Not confirmed
Kerb Weight
1810 kg
Not confirmed
Towing Capacity
2100 kg
Not confirmed
Ground Clearance (Default)
227 mm
Not confirmed
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3100 kg
Not confirmed
Seating Capacity
2 seats
Not confirmed
Minimum Turning Radius
12.5 m
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
Engine
Not Officially Disclosed
Not confirmed
Cylinders
4
Not confirmed
Valves
16
Not confirmed
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Not confirmed
Compression Ratio
16.5:1
Not confirmed
Drive Type
4WD
Not confirmed
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
Not confirmed
Engine Code
RZ4E-MID
Not confirmed
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Not confirmed
Aspiration
Not Officially Disclosed
Not confirmed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not confirmed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not confirmed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Not confirmed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not confirmed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not confirmed
Engine Displacement
1900 cc
Not confirmed
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
Not confirmed
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Not confirmed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Not confirmed
Maximum Power
110 kW @ 3600 rpm
Not confirmed
Maximum Torque
350 Nm
Not confirmed
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not confirmed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not confirmed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
60.8 kW/tonne
Not confirmed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
193.4 Nm/tonne
Not confirmed
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Not confirmed
Android Auto
Standard
Not confirmed
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Not confirmed
Number of Speakers
2
Not confirmed
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Not confirmed
Infotainment System
SYNC
Not confirmed
Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
Not confirmed
Audio Speakers
2
Not confirmed
Audio System
2
Not confirmed
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
Not confirmed
Connected Services
SYNC
Not confirmed
Smartphone Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not confirmed
Touchscreen
SYNC
Not confirmed
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Not confirmed
USB Ports
Not Available
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
LED Headlamps
Halogen
Not confirmed
Daytime Running Lamps
Std, LED
Not confirmed
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not confirmed
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear Wiper
Variable Intermittent
Not confirmed
Body Type
Pickup
Not confirmed
DRL
Std, LED
Not confirmed
Fog Lights
Not Available
Not confirmed
Front Fog Lights
Not Available
Not confirmed
Led Headlights
Halogen
Not confirmed
Auto Headlights
Halogen
Not confirmed
Automatic Headlamps
Halogen
Not confirmed
Daytime Running Lights
Std, LED
Not confirmed
Exterior Colour Options
3
Not confirmed
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not confirmed
Headlamp Levelling
Halogen
Not confirmed
Headlamps
Halogen
Not confirmed
Headlight Type
Halogen
Not confirmed
Headlights
Halogen
Not confirmed
Load Bed Liner
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Not confirmed
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not confirmed
Radiator Grille
Black Paint
Not confirmed
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear Overhang Mm
1310 mm
Not confirmed
Exterior Colour Options
3
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
Approach Angle
30 deg
Not confirmed
Departure Angle
23 deg
Not confirmed
Wading Depth
800 mm
Not confirmed
Terrain Modes
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Not confirmed
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
4WD System Type
Four-wheel drive
Not confirmed
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Not confirmed
Approach Angle Deg
30 deg
Not confirmed
Breakover Angle
21.4 deg
Not confirmed
Breakover Angle Deg
21.4 deg
Not confirmed
Departure Angle Deg
23 deg
Not confirmed
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not confirmed
Front Skid Plate Guard
Standard
Not confirmed
Off Road Descent Control
Standard
Not confirmed
Off Road Traction Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Standard
Not confirmed
Terrain Mode Mud
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Terrain Mode Sand
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Terrain Mode Snow
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not confirmed
Wading Depth Mm
800 mm
Not confirmed
Ground Clearance Max
227 mm
Not confirmed
Ground Clearance Min
227 mm
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
Tyre Size
255/65R17
Not confirmed
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Not confirmed
Spare Wheel Type
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Not confirmed
Wheel Rim Size
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Not confirmed
Spare Tyre
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Not confirmed
Tyre Type
255/65R17
Not confirmed
Wheel Diameter
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Not confirmed
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Not confirmed
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Standard
Not confirmed
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Not confirmed
Leather Steering Wheel
Urethane
Not confirmed
Spare Wheel Size Type
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Not confirmed
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Not Available
Not confirmed
Steering Wheel Trim
Urethane
Not confirmed
Towing Unbraked Kg
750 kg
Not confirmed
Tyre Pressure Display
Not Available
Not confirmed
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Not Available
Not confirmed
Wheel Size Type
Steel 17 x 7.0J-33
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
Front Suspension
High Mounting
Not confirmed
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring Overslung
Not confirmed
Power Steering
Hydraulic
Not confirmed
Front Spring Type
High Mounting
Not confirmed
Rear Spring Type
Leaf Spring Overslung
Not confirmed
Shock Absorber Type
Twintube Gas Pressurised
Not confirmed
Front Suspension Type
High Mounting
Not confirmed
Gross Axle Mass Front Kg
1450 kg
Not confirmed
Gross Axle Mass Rear Kg
1910 kg
Not confirmed
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not confirmed
Rear Axle Type
Leaf Spring Overslung
Not confirmed
Rear Suspension Type
Leaf Spring Overslung
Not confirmed
Shock Absorbers
Twintube Gas Pressurised
Not confirmed
Suspension
High Mounting
Not confirmed
Suspension Height
High Ride
Not confirmed
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not confirmed
Track Front Rear Mm
1570/1570
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
Service Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
Not confirmed
Maintenance Plan
6 years / 90 000 km
Not confirmed
Engine Oil Change Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
Not confirmed
Service Plan Duration
6 years / 90 000 km
Not confirmed
Service Plan Distance
6 years / 90 000 km
Not confirmed
Alternator
90A
Not confirmed
Service Intervals
12 months / 15 000 km
Not confirmed
Service Plan
6 years / 90 000 km
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
Warranty Years
5 years / 120 000 km
Not confirmed
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 120 000 km
Not confirmed
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
Not confirmed
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 years / unlimited km
Not confirmed
Basic Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
Not confirmed
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
Not confirmed
Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
Not confirmed
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
CO2 Emissions
186 g/km
Not confirmed
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not confirmed
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Not confirmed
Idle CO2 Output
186
Not confirmed
CO2 Emissions G Km
186
Not confirmed
Spec
D-Max Single Cab
Ranger
Ownership Role
Top
Not confirmed
Price Source
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
Not confirmed
Price Zar
585200 ZAR
Not confirmed
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Not confirmed
Starting Price
585200
Not confirmed
Starting Price Zar
585200
Not confirmed
Overall Verdict Score
Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.
Weighted / 100
Verdict readout
D-Max Single Cab leads by 19 points
D-Max Single Cab holds a noticeable edge over Ranger, especially in key ownership areas.
Performance
D-Max Single Cab +12
Efficiency
D-Max Single Cab +6
Safety
D-Max Single Cab +56
Practicality
D-Max Single Cab +14
Ownership
Ranger +2
Moderate difference between the models.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Overall Winner
D-Max Single Cab
Performance
62/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
56/100
Practicality
64/100
Ownership
48/100
Ranger
Performance
50/100
Efficiency
50/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
50/100
Ownership
50/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆Isuzu D-Max Single Cab
wins with 58 pts
vs 39 pts for Ranger
In structured scoring, D-Max Single Cab emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Ranger may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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On our scoring the D-Max Single Cab 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 Ranger 50. 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, Ranger 0. 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, Ranger 50. 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, Ranger 50. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: D-Max Single Cab 62, Ranger 50. 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 D-Max Single Cab edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The D-Max Single Cab 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 Ranger in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: D-Max Single Cab scores 62 vs 50.
Efficiency: D-Max Single Cab scores 56 vs 50.
Safety: D-Max Single Cab scores 56 vs 0.
Practicality: D-Max Single Cab scores 64 vs 50.
Ownership: D-Max Single Cab scores 48 vs 50.
Final structured scoring gives D-Max Single Cab
the advantage in this comparison.
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