A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance,
fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
Isuzu D-Max X-Rider vs Foton eTruckmate: the short answer
Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
eTruckmate starts ZAR 93,990 cheaperD-Max X-Rider from ZAR 668,990 · eTruckmate from ZAR 575,000
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
D-Max X-Rider
eTruckmate
Maximum Power
D-Max X-Rider110 kW @ 3600 rpm
eTruckmate60 kW
Maximum Torque
D-Max X-Rider350 Nm
eTruckmateNot Officially Disclosed
Engine Size
D-Max X-Rider1900 cc
eTruckmateNot Applicable
Combined Fuel Economy
D-Max X-Rider13.5 km/l
eTruckmateNot Applicable
Ground Clearance
D-Max X-Rider227 mm
eTruckmateNot Officially Disclosed
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
Isuzu D-Max X-Rider
1.9 DDi Double Cab X-Rider 4x2 AT
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
D-Max X-Rider
eTruckmate
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2024
Generation
Current South African D-Max X-Rider listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Compact electric single-cab commercial platform on a 2,600 mm wheelbase.
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.
Current South African eTruckmate range, with no separate facelift identified.
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Not Applicable
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Not Applicable
Body Style
Double Cab pickup
Light truck
Body Type Cab
Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name
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Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
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Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
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Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.9 DDi Double Cab X-Rider 4x2 AT
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Gross Combined Mass Kg
5000 kg
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Model Year
MY26
2026
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Pickup
Battery-electric compact truck
Tare Mass Kg
1845 kg
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Vehicle Type
Pickup
Electric light commercial vehicle
Spec
D-Max X-Rider
eTruckmate
Length
5265 mm
4670 mm
Width
1870 mm
1590 mm
Height
1805 mm
1860 mm
Wheelbase
3125 mm
2600 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
227 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
220 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
0 l
Boot/Cargo Space
1000 l
Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight
1845 kg
Not Officially Disclosed
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3000 kg
Not Officially Disclosed
Payload Capacity
1095 kg
Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity
2100 kg
Not Officially Disclosed
Seating Capacity
5 seats
2 seats
Number of Rows
1 rows
1 rows
Doors
4 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 X-Rider
eTruckmate
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
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Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
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Front Suspension
High Mounting
Independent
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring Overslung
Leaf spring
Front Spring Type
High Mounting
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Rear Spring Type
Leaf Spring Overslung
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Shock Absorber Type
Twintube Gas Pressurised
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Front Suspension Type
High Mounting
Independent
Gross Axle Mass Front Kg
1450 kg
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Gross Axle Mass Rear Kg
1910 kg
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MagneRide Damping
Not Available
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Rear Axle Type
Leaf Spring Overslung
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Rear Suspension Type
Leaf Spring Overslung
Leaf spring
Shock Absorbers
Twintube Gas Pressurised
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Suspension
High Mounting
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Suspension Height
High Ride
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Track Front Rear Mm
1570 / 1570
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Spec
D-Max X-Rider
eTruckmate
Load Bed Length
1495 mm
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Load Bed Width
1530 mm
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Climate Control
Manual
Air conditioning
Power Windows
Not Available
Yes
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Central locking
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Wireless Charging
Wireless
Not Officially Disclosed
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Automatic Headlamps
LED
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Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
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AC Type
Manual
Air conditioning
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
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Climate Zones
Manual
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Fuel Consumption Combined
7.4
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Hill Start Assist
Standard
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Performance Data Logger
Not Available
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Rev Matching
Not Available
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Seat Type
Partial Leather X Mark on headrest with red stitching
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Side Steps
Std, Black
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Spare Wheel
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 Diamond Cut
Not Officially Disclosed
Air Conditioning
Manual
Air conditioning
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
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Diff Lock
Not Available
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Difflock
Not Available
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Front Bumper
High Appearance
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Front Diff Lock
Not Available
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Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
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Load Bed Light
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
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Loadbox Depth Mm
490 mm
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Loadbox Length Mm
1495 mm
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Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
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Loadbox Width Mm
1530 mm
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Manual Aircon
Manual
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Oil Pan Guard
Standard
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One Pedal Driving
Not Available
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Rear Bumper
Body Colour
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Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
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Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
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Rear Final Drive Ratio
4.100
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Rear Step Bumper
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
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Rim Size
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 Diamond Cut
14-inch wheels
Sonar
Rear
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Sound System
6
Not Officially Disclosed
Source Model Column
1.9 DDI X-RIDER 4X2 A/T
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Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
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Sports Bar
Std, Black
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Tailgate Lock
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
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Tie Down Hooks
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
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Tow Bar Type
Bakkie towing support
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Towbar
Bakkie towing support
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Trailer Hitch
Bakkie towing support
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Trailer Stability Assist
Bakkie towing support
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Trailer Sway Control
Standard
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Trim Level
top
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Variant Role
Off-road or adventure derivative
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Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
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Vehicle To Load
Not Available
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Water Depth Protection Mm
800 mm
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Spec
D-Max X-Rider
eTruckmate
Engine
1.9-litre RZ4E Turbocharged Diesel
Single-motor battery-electric powertrain
Engine Code
RZ4E-MID
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Diesel
Electric
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1900 cc
Not Applicable
Cylinders
4
Not Applicable
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Applicable
Valves
16
Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Applicable
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Not Applicable
Fuel System
Common-rail direct injection
Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
16.5:1
Not Applicable
Bore
82.0 mm
Not Applicable
Stroke
94.6 mm
Not Applicable
Maximum Power
110 kW @ 3600 rpm
60 kW
Maximum Torque
350 Nm
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
RWD
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
210 km/h
90 km/h
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 Applicable
Power-to-Weight Ratio
59.6 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
189.7 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
LFP
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
309 V
Electric Range
Not Applicable
280 km
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
7 h
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
90 min
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
D-Max X-Rider
eTruckmate
Gearbox
Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Drivetrain Layout
4x2
Not Officially Disclosed
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
10.5
Number of Gears
2
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission Type
6 Speed Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Drivetrain
4x2
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Selector
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Differential Type Front
Not Available
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Differential Type Rear
Not Available
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Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Gear Ratio 1st
3.600
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Gear Ratio 2nd
2.090
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Gear Ratio 3rd
1.488
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Gear Ratio 4th
1.000
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Gear Ratio 5th
0.687
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Gear Ratio 6th
0.580
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Gear Ratio Reverse
3.732
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Gearbox Type
Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Low Range Ratio
2.482
Not Officially Disclosed
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Axle Layout
4x2
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Differential Lock
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Transfer Case Guard
Standard
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Transmission Speeds
2
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
D-Max X-Rider
eTruckmate
Claimed Mileage
13.5 km/l
Not Applicable
City Mileage
11.0 km/l
Not Applicable
Highway Mileage
15.8 km/l
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Zero tailpipe emissions
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Real-world Mileage
13.5 km/l
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Charging Type
Not Applicable
AC and DC
Fuel Tank Litres
76
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
D-Max X-Rider
eTruckmate
Airbags
2
Not Officially Disclosed
ABS
Not Available
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Traction Control
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Officially Disclosed
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Brake Assist
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
AEB
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
BA
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
EBD
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Stability Control
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
TCS
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
ABS EBD
Not Available
Yes
Front Side Airbags
Standard
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Spec
D-Max X-Rider
eTruckmate
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Parking Sensors
Rear
Not Officially Disclosed
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Lights
LED
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Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
EV Mode
Not Available
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Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Reverse Camera
Standard
Not Officially Disclosed
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Officially Disclosed
Parking Distance Sensors
Rear
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Parking Sensor
Rear
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Rear View Camera
Standard
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Reverse Camera Type
Standard
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Reversing Camera
Standard
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Spec
D-Max X-Rider
eTruckmate
Seat Material
Partial Leather X Mark on headrest with red stitching
Not Officially Disclosed
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Steering Wheel Material
Leather with red Isuzu badge/stitching
Not Officially Disclosed
Interior Colour Options
3
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60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Fabric Seats
Partial Leather X Mark on headrest with red stitching
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Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Interior Courtesy Lamps
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.
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Leather Accented Seat Trim
Partial Leather X Mark on headrest with red stitching
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Interior Colours
3
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Seat Trim
Partial Leather X Mark on headrest with red stitching
Battery and electric motor: 5 years / 200,000 km; balance: 3 years / 100,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 120 000 km
Battery and electric motor: 5 years / 200,000 km; balance: 3 years / 100,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
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Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 years / unlimited km
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Basic Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
Battery and electric motor: 5 years / 200,000 km; balance: 3 years / 100,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
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Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
Battery and electric motor: 5 years / 200,000 km; balance: 3 years / 100,000 km; roadside assistance 5 years
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
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Spec
D-Max X-Rider
eTruckmate
CO2 Emissions
195 g/km
0 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
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Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
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Idle CO2 Output
195
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CO2 Emissions G Km
195
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Spec
D-Max X-Rider
eTruckmate
Ownership Role
Top
Current South African derivative
Price Zar
690810 ZAR
575000 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current South African retail price
Starting Price
690810
575000
Starting Price Zar
690810
575000
In depth: how these cars differ
This D-Max X-Rider and eTruckmate comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for South Africa. Prices and specifications appear only where they have been recorded for this market.
Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.
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What the evidence means
No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.
Related comparisons
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa 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.
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