Isuzu D-Max X-Rider vs Nissan X-Trail

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.

Isuzu D-Max X-Rider

1.9 DDi Double Cab X-Rider 4x2 AT Diesel Automatic

ZAR 690,810 ex-showroom

⚡ 110 kW 🔧 350 @ 1800-2600 Nm ⛽ 13.5 km/l

Nissan X-Trail

2.5 Acenta Plus 4WD CVT 7-seat Petrol Automatic

ZAR 812,900 ex-showroom

⚡ 135 kW 🔧 244 Nm ⛽ 12.8 km/l

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At a Glance — Who Wins What

⚡ Performance D-Max X-Rider

⛽ Fuel Economy D-Max X-Rider

🛡 Safety X-Trail

📦 Practicality D-Max X-Rider

🔑 Ownership X-Trail

D-Max X-Rider starts ZAR 687900 cheaper D-Max X-Rider from ZAR 668,990 · X-Trail from ZAR 687,900

Key Specs Side by Side

The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
Engine Power	110 @ 3600 kW	135 kW
Torque	350 @ 1800-2600 Nm	244 Nm
Engine Size	1900 cc	2488 cc
Claimed Mileage	13.5 km/l	12.8 km/l
Ground Clearance	227 mm	211 mm
Boot / Load Bay	Load bed 1495 x 1530 mm	485 l
Airbags	2	Driver, passenger, curtain, front side and front far-side airbags
Kerb Weight	1845 kg	1666 kg
Seating Capacity	5	7
Warranty	5 years / 120 000 km	6 years / 150,000 km

= leads in this spec

The Bottom Line

X-Trail has a slight advantage, but D-Max X-Rider remains highly competitive.

Where They Actually Differ

Performance D-Max X-Rider +1 pts

Efficiency D-Max X-Rider +3 pts

Safety X-Trail +65 pts

Practicality D-Max X-Rider +7 pts

Ownership X-Trail +4 pts

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

D-Max X-Rider

Strengths

More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
More practical for daily use

Weak Spots

Less comprehensive safety features
Shorter warranty coverage

Best suited to: Highway Driving Fuel Efficiency Family Usage

🏆 Overall Winner

X-Trail

Strengths

Stronger safety package
Better long-term ownership value

Weak Spots

Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Less practical in daily usage

Best suited to: General Use

Which One's Right for You?

D-Max X-Rider

Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Large families needing more practicality and usability

X-Trail

Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
Model Introduced Year	Current local generation year not confirmed	2001
Generation	Current South African D-Max X-Rider listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.	T33 fourth-generation Nissan X-Trail for South Africa
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 T33 X-Trail specification from Nissan official page and September 2025 brochure
Facelift Launched Since	Original current-generation version	2023
Facelift Version Ending	Current	Current
Body Style	Double Cab pickup	SUV
Body Type Cab	Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name	-
Color Note	Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.	White, Silver, Black, Grey, Blue
Dealer Stock Note	Top grade in the South Africa lineup	Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note	Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.9 DDi Double Cab X-Rider 4x2 AT	Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.5 Acenta Plus 4WD CVT 7-seat
Model Year	MY26	2026
Production Status	published	published
Segment	Pickup	Family SUV
Vehicle Type	Pickup	SUV

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
Ground Clearance	227 mm	211 mm
Wheelbase	3125 mm	2705 mm
Length	5265 mm	4680 mm
Width	1870 mm	1840 mm
Height	1805 mm	1725 mm
Kerb Weight	1845 kg	1666 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight	3000 kg	2295 kg
Seating Capacity	5	7
Boot Space	Load bed 1495 x 1530 mm	485 l
Towing Capacity	2100 kg	2000 kg
Front Track Width	-	1585 mm
Rear Track Width	-	1590 mm
Turning Radius	12.5 m	11.1 m
Load Bed Length	Load bed 1495 x 1530 mm	485 l
Load Bed Width	1530 mm	-
Front Legroom	-	1095 mm
Rear Legroom	-	892 mm
Front Headroom	-	1050 mm
Rear Headroom	-	1000 mm
Front Shoulder Room	-	1451 mm
Rear Shoulder Room	-	1422 mm
Boot Space Seats Folded	-	1298 l
Number of Doors	4	5
Max Payload	1095 kg	-
Boot Volume	Load bed 1495 x 1530 mm	485 l
Doors	4	5
Seats	5	7
Fuel Tank Capacity	76 l	55 l
Gross Combined Mass Kg	5000 kg	-
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg	3000 kg	2295 kg
Ground Clearance Max	227 mm	211 mm
Ground Clearance Min	227 mm	211 mm
Ground Clearance Mm	227 mm	211 mm
Height Mm	1805 mm	1725 mm
Length Mm	5265 mm	4680 mm
Loadbox Length Mm	Load bed 1495 x 1530 mm	485 l
Loadbox Width Mm	1530 mm	-
Payload Kg	1095 kg	-
Cargo Volume	Load bed 1495 x 1530 mm	485 l
Rear Overhang Mm	1250 mm	1040 mm
Tare Mass Kg	1845 kg	1666 kg
Track Front Rear Mm	1570 / 1570	-
Turning Circle	12.5 m	11.1 m
Turning Circle M	12.5 m	11.1 m
Width Mm	1870 mm	1840 mm
Front Overhang	-	935 mm
Rear Overhang	-	1040 mm
Front Overhang Mm	-	935 mm
Boot Space Seats Folded	-	1298 l

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
Engine	-	2.5 Litre DOHC 16-valve direct injection I-4 petrol engine
Engine Type	-	2.5 Litre DOHC 16-valve direct injection I-4 petrol engine
Displacement	1900 cc	2488 cc
Cylinders	4	4
Valves per Cylinder	16	16
Power	110 @ 3600 kW	135 kW
Power @ RPM	110 @ 3600	6,000 rpm
Torque	350 @ 1800-2600 Nm	244 Nm
Torque @ RPM	350 @ 1800-2600	3,600 rpm
Fuel System	-	Direct injection
Turbocharger	Standard	-
Top Speed	-	195 km/h
0-100 km/h	-	10.4 sec
Compression Ratio	16.5:1	-
Cylinder Bore	-	-
Piston Stroke	-	-
Engine Code	RZ4E-MID	-
Power	110 @ 3600 bhp	181 bhp
Fuel Grade Required	Diesel	Petrol
Cylinder Layout	-	In-line 4
Engine Aspiration	Standard	Naturally aspirated
Engine Type Config	-	DOHC 16-valve direct injection I-4 petrol
0–100 km/h	-	10.4 sec
Battery Capacity	-	-
Charging Port	-	-
AC Charging Time	-	-
Engine Displacement	1900 cc	2488 cc
Engine Displacement Litres	1900 cc	2488 cc
EV Range	-	-
Acceleration 0 100	-	10.4 sec
Bore X Stroke Mm	80 x 94.4	-
Combined System Power	-	-
Combined System Torque	-	-
Engine Config	-	Inline-four petrol
Engine Cylinders	4	4
Engine Displacement Cc	1900 cc	2488 cc
Engine Power kW	110 @ 3600 kW	135 kW
Engine Torque Nm	350 @ 1800-2600 Nm	244 Nm
Engine Valves	16	16
Induction	Standard	Naturally aspirated
Max Power kW	110 @ 3600 kW	135 kW
Max Torque Nm	350 @ 1800-2600 Nm	244 Nm
Maximum Power	110 @ 3600 kW	135 kW
Maximum Torque	350 @ 1800-2600 Nm	244 Nm
Motor Position	-	-
Motor Power	-	-
Motor Torque	-	-
Motor Type	-	-
Power kW Rpm	110 @ 3600	6,000 rpm
Active Exhaust	-	-
System Output	-	-
Torque Nm Rpm	350 @ 1800-2600	3,600 rpm
Turbo Type	Standard	-
Engine Position	-	-
Engine Oil Capacity	-	-
Variable Valve Timing	-	-
Maximum Engine RPM	-	-
Power Assisted Steering	-	Dual pinion electric power steering
Power Sliding Doors	-	-

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
Transmission	Automatic	Xtronic CVT
Drive Type	4x2	Intelligent 4x4
Drivetrain Layout	4x2	Intelligent 4x4
LSD Available	-	Standard
Transfer Case	-	Intelligent 4x4 direct-coupling system
Differential Lock	-	-
Paddle Shifters	-	Standard
Final Drive Ratio	-	-
Number of Gears	2 km/h	-
Transmission Type	Automatic	Xtronic CVT
Clutch Type	-	-
Drivetrain	4x2	Intelligent 4x4
Transmission	Automatic	Xtronic CVT
4WD Engagement	-	Automatic Intelligent 4x4
4WD Hi Range	-	Standard
4WD Lo Range	-	-
4WD Selector	Standard	Drive and terrain mode selector
Automatic Shift Paddles	-	Standard
Differential Type Front	-	-
Differential Type Rear	-	-
Front Differential Lock	-	-
Gear Ratio 1st	3.600	-
Gear Ratio 2nd	2.090	-
Gear Ratio 3rd	1.488	-
Gear Ratio 4th	1.000	-
Gear Ratio 5th	0.687	-
Gear Ratio 6th	0.580	-
Gear Ratio Reverse	3.732	-
Gearbox Type	Automatic	Xtronic CVT
Low Range	-	-
Axle Layout	4x2	Intelligent 4x4
Rear Differential Lock	Standard	-
Transfer Case Guard	Standard	-
Transmission Speeds	2 km/h	-
Steering Turns Lock to Lock	-	-
Drive Mode Selector	-	4WD/off-road drive mode support

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
Claimed Mileage	13.5 km/l	12.8 km/l
City Mileage	11.1 km/l	11.1 km/l
Highway Mileage	15.7 km/l	15.7 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity	76 l	55 l
Emission Standard	-	-
AdBlue Tank Capacity	-	-
Auto Start Stop	-	-
Average Fuel Consumption	7.4 l/100km	7.8 l/100km
Claimed Fuel Consumption	7.4 l/100km	7.8 l/100km
Fuel Efficiency	7.4 l/100km	7.8 l/100km
Real-world Mileage	13.5 km/l	12.8 km/l
AC Charging Power	-	-
Charging Port Type	-	-
Charging Time AC Full	-	-
Charging Time DC Fast 80pct	-	-
Charging Type	-	-
Combined Consumption	7.4 l/100km	7.8 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km	7.4 l/100km	7.8 l/100km
DC Charging Power	-	-
Fuel Economy Combined	7.4 l/100km	7.8 l/100km
Fuel Tank Litres	76 l	55 l
Fuel Type	Diesel	Petrol
Low Range Ratio	2.482	-
Combined Driving Range	-	-
Electric Consumption	-	-
Range Real World Highway	-	-
Range Real World Mixed	-	-
Range Wltp	-	-
Low Fuel Warning	-	-
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban	-	-
Fuel Consumption Urban	-	-

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
Airbags	2	Driver, passenger, curtain, front side and front far-side airbags
ABS	-	Standard
Electronic Stability Control	-	Standard
Traction Control	Standard	Standard
Hill Descent Control	Confirmed 4WD derivative	Standard
Hill Start Assist	Standard	Standard
Child Safety Lock	-	Standard
ISOFIX Mounts	-	Standard
Brake Assist	-	Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor	-	Standard
Engine Immobiliser	-	Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats	-	Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder
Front Parking Sensors	Standard	Standard
AEB	-	Standard
BA	-	Standard
Brake Override System	-	-
Curtain Airbags	Standard	Standard
Driver Airbag	-	Standard
EBD	-	Standard
Engine Immobiliser	-	Standard
Hill Hold	Standard	Standard
Passenger Airbag	-	Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	-	Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners	-	-
Side Airbags	-	Standard
TCS	Standard	Standard
Knee Airbag	-	-
ABS EBD	-	Standard
Front Side Airbags	Standard	-
Alarm System	-	Vehicle security system
Central Locking	-	Standard
Side Impact Beams	-	-
Speed Alert System	-	Speed limiter
Pedestrian Detection AEB	-	Standard
Safety Rating	-	-
Whiplash Protection	-	-
Lane Change Warning	-	Blind Spot Warning and Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention
Fatigue Detection	-	Intelligent Driver Alert
Blind Spot Monitoring	-	Standard
Anti Theft Alarm	-	Vehicle security system
Driver Front Passenger Airbags	-	Driver, passenger, front side, curtain and front far-side airbags
Driver Passenger Airbags	-	Driver, passenger, front side, curtain and front far-side airbags
ESC With Traction Control	-	Vehicle Dynamic Control with Traction Control System
Far Side Airbag	-	Standard

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
Cruise Control	Standard	Intelligent Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control	-	Intelligent Cruise Control
Lane Keep Assist	-	Intelligent Lane Intervention
Lane Departure Warning	-	Intelligent Lane Intervention
Blind Spot Monitoring	-	Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	-	Standard
Parking Sensors	Rear	Front and rear parking sensors
Rear View Camera	Standard	Standard
360 Degree Camera	-	Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking	-	Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert	-	Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition	-	-
Auto Highbeam	-	Standard
Auto Lights	LED	Automatic headlights
Auto Wipers	-	Standard
Drive Modes	-	Eco / Normal / Sport plus terrain modes
EV Mode	-	-
Rear Parking Sensors	Standard	Standard
Reverse Camera	Standard	Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control	-	Intelligent Cruise Control
Park Assist	-	-
Around View Monitor	-	Standard
Blind Spot Warning	-	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	-	Standard
Parking Distance Sensors	Rear	Front and rear parking sensors
Parking Sensor	Rear	Front and rear parking sensors
Rear View Camera	Standard	Standard
Reverse Camera Type	Standard	Rear parking camera
Reversing Camera	Standard	Standard
Eco Mode	-	Standard
Sport Mode	-	Standard
Blind Spot Intervention	-	Standard
Emergency Braking	-	Intelligent Emergency Braking with junction assist and pedestrian/cyclist detection
Front Camera	-	Around View Monitor camera system
Automatic High Beam	-	Standard
Pre-Collision System	-	Intelligent Forward Collision Warning and Emergency Braking
Rain Sensor Wipers	-	Standard
Surround View Camera	-	Standard

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
Seat Material	Partial Leather X Mark on headrest with red stitching	Leather-accented
Heated Seats	-	Standard
Ventilated Seats	-	-
Ambient Lighting	-	-
Steering Wheel Material	Leather with red Isuzu badge/stitching	Leather-accented
Interior Colour Options	3	5
60 40 Split Seat	-	40/20/40 split-fold second row
Driver Seat Adjustment	-	Power slide, reclining, lifter, tilt and 2-way lumbar
Fabric Seats	Partial Leather X Mark on headrest with red stitching	Quilted premium leather
Passenger Seat Adjustment	-	Manual slide and reclining
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.	Spacious cabin, touchscreen infotainment, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, flexible seating layout
Leather Accented Seat Trim	Partial Leather X Mark on headrest with red stitching	Quilted premium leather
Interior Colours	3	5
Seat Capacity	5	7
Seat Count	5	7
Seat Trim	Partial Leather X Mark on headrest with red stitching	Leather-accented / synthetic leather
Seat Adjustment	-	Power driver seat with manual passenger seat
Steering Type	-	Dual pinion electric power steering
Steering Adjustment	-	Tilt and telescopic
Folding Rear Seats	-	40:20:40 sliding/reclining second row and 50:50 third-row dive-down seats
Front Armrest	-	Centre armrest
Rear Armrest	-	Second-row centre armrest
Cup Holders	-	6
Rear AC Vents	-	Standard
Rear USB Ports	-	2
Instrument Cluster Type	-	12.3-inch full TFT digital meter
Driver Lumbar Support	-	2-way power driver lumbar
Door Map Pockets	-	Front seat back pockets
Adjustable Driver Seat	-	8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar
Adjustable Front Seat	-	Manual slide and reclining passenger seat
Cooled Seats	-	-
Front Headrest	-	-
Leather Seats	-	Leather-accented / synthetic leather
Memory Seats	-	-
Rear Headrest	-	-
Armrest Front	-	Centre armrest
Armrest Rear	-	Rear centre armrest
Boot Space Seats Down	-	651
Boot Space Seats Up	-	485
Cargo Space	-	485
Driver Seat	-	8-way power driver seat with 2-way power lumbar
Front Passenger Headroom	-	1050 mm
Front Passenger Legroom	-	1095 mm
Heated Front Seats	-	Standard
Interior Trim Colour	-	Black
Massage Seats	-	Driver and passenger seat massage functionality
Rear Passenger Headroom	-	1000 mm
Rear Passenger Legroom	-	892 mm
Rear Seat Centre Armrest	-	Standard
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest	-	Power reclining
Seat Belt Warning	-	Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder
Seat Fold Type	-	40/20/40 split second row and 50/50 dive-down third row
Second Row Seat Configuration	-	40/20/40 split second row with manual slide, manual recline, single folding and armrest through to third row
Third Row Seat Configuration	-	50/50 split third row with manual reclining and dive-down folding
Third Row Seating Capacity	-	2
Third Row Seats	-	Standard

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
Climate Control	Manual	Dual-zone automatic temperature control
Power Windows	-	Front and rear power windows
Keyless Entry	-	Smart keyless entry with hands-free walk-away lock and approach unlock
Push Button Start	-	Standard
Wireless Charging	Wireless	Standard
Sunroof	-	-
Electric Tailgate	-	-
Automatic Headlamps	LED	Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers	-	Standard
AC Type	Manual	Dual-zone automatic temperature control
Adaptive Dampers	-	-
Climate Zones	Manual	2
Fuel Consumption Combined	7.4	7.8
Gear Shift Type	Automatic	CVT
Ground Clearance Unladen	227	211
Hill Start Assist	Standard	Standard
Launch Control	-	-
Payload Capacity	1095	-
Performance Data Logger	-	-
Rev Matching	-	-
Seat Type	Partial Leather X Mark on headrest with red stitching	Quilted premium leather
Seatbelt Reminder	-	Driver, passenger and rear seat belt reminder
Service Plan	6 years / 90 000 km	-
Side Steps	Std, Black	-
Spare Wheel	Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 Diamond Cut	Temporary spare wheel
Stability Control	-	Standard
Valves Per Cylinder	16	4
Air Conditioning	Manual	Dual-zone automatic temperature control
Battery Preconditioning	-	-
Battery Voltage	-	-
Diff Lock	-	-
Difflock	-	-
Front Bumper	High Appearance	-
Front Diff Lock	-	-
Intelligent Battery System	-	-
Load Bed Light	Pickup utility fitment/compatibility	-
Loadbox Depth Mm	490 mm	-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets	Pickup utility fitment/compatibility	-
Manual Aircon	Manual	-
Oil Pan Guard	Standard	-
One Pedal Driving	-	-
Rear Bumper	Body Colour	-
Rear Diff Lock	-	-
Rear Electric Motor	-	-
Rear Final Drive Ratio	4.100	-
Rear Step Bumper	Pickup utility fitment/compatibility	-
Regenerative Braking	-	-
Regenerative Braking Levels	-	-
Rim Size	Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 Diamond Cut	19
Sonar	Rear	Parking distance sensors
Sound System	6	6
Source Model Column	1.9 DDI X-RIDER 4X2 A/T	x-trail
Sport Plus Mode	-	-
Sports Bar	Std, Black	-
Tailgate Lock	Pickup utility fitment/compatibility	-
Tie Down Hooks	Pickup utility fitment/compatibility	4 cargo tie-down hooks
Tow Bar Type	Bakkie towing support	-
Towbar	Bakkie towing support	-
Trailer Hitch	Bakkie towing support	-
Trailer Stability Assist	Bakkie towing support	Standard
Trailer Sway Control	Standard	Standard
Trim Level	top	top
Variant Role	Off-road or adventure derivative	Off-road or adventure derivative
Vehicle To Grid	-	-
Vehicle To Load	-	-
Water Depth Protection Mm	800 mm	-
Auto Dimming Mirror	-	Auto dimming mirror
Rear Window Defroster	-	Standard
Electric Mirror Folding	-	Standard
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	-	Standard
Follow Me Home Headlamps	-	Standard
12V Accessory Socket	-	12V outlet in instrument panel and cargo area
Speed Limiter	-	Standard
Aero Kit	-	-
Auto Dimming Irvm	-	Auto dimming mirror
Boot Opener	-	-
Chrome Exterior Highlights	-	-
Chrome Grille	-	-
Door Ajar Warning	-	-
Drag Coefficient	-	0.33
Driver Display	-	Full TFT meter with speed, tachometer and gauges
Electric Folding Mirrors	-	Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors
Engine Check Warning	-	-
Engine Start Button Illumination	-	-
TPMS	-	Standard
Engine Warranty	-	6 years / 150,000 km
Front Armrest	-	Butterfly opening centre console
Front Power Outlet	-	12V instrument panel outlet
Fuel Lid Opener	-	Capless fuel filler door
Glovebox Cooling	-	-
Headlamp Height Adjust	-	-
Headlamp Washer	-	-
Headrest Adjustable	-	-
Heads Up Display	-	10.8-inch head-up display
Impact Sensing Door Unlock	-	-
Intercooler	-	-
Multi Function Steering	-	Standard
Power Mirrors	-	Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors
Rear Defogger	-	Standard
Rear Reading Lamps	-	-
Rear Seat Split	-	40/20/40 second row and 50/50 third row
Rear Wing	-	-
Remote Engine Start	-	-
Ride Mode Selection	-	Eco / Normal / Sport
Roof Antenna	-	-
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner	-	-
Service Reminder	-	-
Skid Plates	-	Confirmed 4WD derivative
Speed Alert System	-	Speed limiter
Stabilizer Bar	-	Front and rear stabiliser bars
Steering Mounted Controls	-	Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls
Steering Response	-	-
Tachometer	-	Standard
Tail Lamps	-	Standard
Telescopic Steering	-	Standard
Tilt Steering	-	Standard
Trip Computer	-	Full TFT meter with gauges
Tyre Repair Kit	-	-
Vanity Mirror	-	Illuminated vanity mirrors
Voice Command	-	Voice recognition
Voice Command Support	-	Voice recognition
Accelerator 0 100	-	10.4 sec
Automatic High Beam	-	Standard
Bed Extender	-	-
Bottle Holders	-	Front 2 / second row 2 / third row 2 cupholders
Canopy Fitment	-	-
Centre Console	-	Butterfly opening centre console
Common Rail Injection	-	Direct injection
Digital Speedometer	-	12.3-inch
Driver Alertness	-	Intelligent Driver Alert
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors	-	Power adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors
Front Wiper	-	Variable intermittent, speed-sensitive wipers
Front Wipers Type	-	Washer nozzle with variable intermittent, speed-sensitive wipers
Glove Box	-	-
Heated Mirrors	-	Standard
Intelligent Keyless Entry	-	Standard
Lift Gate	-	-
Load Bed Cover	-	-
Load Bed Steps	-	-
Loadbox Rope Hooks	-	-
Mirror	-	Electric folding heated mirrors
Passive Entry Start	-	Smart keyless entry with push-button start
Power Socket 12v	-	Instrument panel and cargo area 12V outlets
Powered Tailgate	-	-
Propilot	-	Standard
Reading Lights Rear	-	-
Rear Air Conditioning	-	Second-row air vents
Rear LED Combination Taillights	-	LED tail lights
Rear Privacy Windows	-	Standard
Rearview Mirror Inside	-	Auto dimming mirror
Remote Central Locking	-	Standard
Remote Side Mirror	-	Power adjustable, folding and heated exterior mirrors
Remote Start	-	-
Roof Load	-	100 kg
Roof Rack Compatibility	-	Silver roof rails / 100 kg maximum roof load
Side Impact Bars	-	-
Stabilizer Bar Front	-	Standard
Stabilizer Bar Rear	-	Standard
Steering Column Adjustment	-	Tilt and telescopic
Sub Frame	-	-
Surround View Monitor	-	Standard
Tailgate Damper	-	-
Unlocking	-	Smart keyless entry with hands-free walk-away lock and approach unlock
Vanity Mirror Illuminated	-	Standard
Vdc	-	Standard
Walk Away Auto Door Lock	-	Standard
Walk Away Lock	-	Standard
Wireless Charger	Wireless	Standard

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
Infotainment Screen	SYNC	12.3-inch NissanConnect display with navigation
Apple CarPlay	Standard	Standard
Android Auto	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity	Standard	Standard
Number of Speakers	6	6
Digital Instrument Cluster	-	12.3-inch full TFT digital meter
USB Ports	-	4
Wireless Apple CarPlay	Standard	Standard
FM Radio	AM/FM Radio, 8-inch Touch Screen, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, WiFi, Handsfree Phone	Standard
Infotainment Screen Size	SYNC	12.3-inch touchscreen display
Audio	AM/FM Radio, 8-inch Touch Screen, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, WiFi, Handsfree Phone	AM/FM, DAB+, Bluetooth audio streaming
Audio Speakers	6	6
Audio System	AM/FM Radio, 8-inch Touch Screen, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, WiFi, Handsfree Phone	6 speaker audio system
Infotainment Screen	SYNC	12.3-inch touchscreen display
Connected Services	SYNC	NissanConnect smartphone integration
Smartphone Connectivity	Bluetooth	Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Radio	AM/FM Radio, 8-inch Touch Screen, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, WiFi, Handsfree Phone	AM/FM radio and DAB+ digital radio
Touchscreen	SYNC	12.3-inch touchscreen display
Wireless Android Auto	Standard	Standard
Navigation System	-	Satellite navigation
Steering Wheel Audio Controls	-	Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls
Voice Recognition	-	Standard
AUX Input	-	-
Wi-Fi Hotspot	-	-
Audio Controls On Steering	-	Meter, audio, telephone, voice, cruise and limiter controls
Infotainment Display	-	12.3-inch
Rear Usb	-	2
Premium Audio	-	Bose sound system with 10 speakers
Display Audio	-	12.3-inch
Front Rear USB Charge Ports	-	Front USB-A/USB-C and second-row USB-A/USB-C
Head Up Display	-	10.8 inch Head-Up Display
Multi Information Display	-	12.3-inch
Voice Control	-	Voice recognition

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
LED Headlamps	LED	Standard
Daytime Running Lamps	LED	Standard
Fog Lamps	Std, LED	Standard
Roof Rails	-	Silver roof rails
Exterior Colour Options	3	Two-tone colours available on Acenta Plus, plus monotone palette
Body Type	Pickup	SUV
DRL	LED	Standard
Fog Lights	Std, LED	Standard
Front Fog Lights	Std, LED	Standard
Led Headlights	LED	Standard
Auto Headlights	LED	Standard
Automatic Headlamps	LED	Standard
Daytime Running Lights	LED	Standard
Exterior Colour Options	3	5
Front Fog Lamps	Std, LED	Standard
Headlamp Levelling	LED	-
Headlamps	LED	Standard
Headlight Type	LED	Standard
Headlights	LED	Standard
Load Bed Liner	Pickup utility fitment/compatibility	-
Panoramic Sunroof	-	-
Radiator Grille	Gloss Black, Red Badge	-
Alloy Wheel Design	-	19-inch alloy wheels
Chrome Exterior Finish	-	-
Body Cladding	-	Black side moulding
Rear Spoiler	-	-
Roof Type	-	Two-tone body colour
Wing Mirror Type	-	Electric folding heated mirrors
Rear Wiper	-	Standard
Door Handle Finish	-	Body colour
Led Taillights	-	Standard
Rear Fog Lights	-	-
Electric Blind Sunroof	-	-
Exterior Door Handle Colour	-	Body colour
Exterior Mirror Electric	-	Power adjustable, folding and heated mirrors
Exterior Mirror Folding	-	Standard
Exterior Mirror Heated	-	Standard
Rear Spoiler	-	-

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
Approach Angle	30 deg	-
Departure Angle	24 deg	-
Wading Depth	800 mm	-
Terrain Modes	-	Mud / Snow / Sand
Locking Differential	-	-
4WD System Type	4x2	Intelligent 4x4
Approach Angle Deg	30 deg	-
Breakover Angle	22.5 deg	-
Breakover Angle Deg	22.5 deg	-
Departure Angle Deg	24 deg	-
Energy Recovery Display	-	-
Front Skid Plate Guard	Standard	-
Off Road Descent Control	-	Standard
Off Road Traction Assist	-	Confirmed 4WD derivative
Crawl Control	-	-
Rear Skid Plate Guard	Standard	-
Skid Plates Fuel Tank	-	-
Skid Plates Transfer Case	-	-
Terrain Mode Mud	-	Mud
Terrain Mode Normal	-	Eco / Normal / Sport drive modes
Terrain Mode Rock	-	-
Terrain Mode Sand	-	Sand
Terrain Mode Snow	-	Snow
Terrain Response System	-	Mud / Snow / Sand terrain modes
Underbody Camera	-	-
Wading Depth Mm	800 mm	-
Underbody Protection	-	Confirmed 4WD derivative
Ramp Breakover Angle	-	-
Recovery Hooks	-	-
Hill Descent Control	Confirmed 4WD derivative	Standard
Ramp-over Angle	-	-

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
Tyre Size	265/60R18 AT	235/55 R19
Front Brake Type	-	Disc
Rear Brake Type	-	Disc
Spare Wheel Type	Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 Diamond Cut	Temporary spare wheel
Wheel Rim Size	Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 Diamond Cut	19
Spare Tyre	Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 Diamond Cut	Temporary spare wheel
Tyre Type	265/60R18 AT	Radial
Wheel Diameter	Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 Diamond Cut	19
Braked Towing Capacity	2100 kg	2000 kg
Handbrake Type	-	Electric parking brake with auto hold
Leather Steering Wheel	Leather with red Isuzu badge/stitching	Leather-accented
Spare Wheel Size Type	Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 Diamond Cut	Temporary steel spare wheel
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Trim	Leather with red Isuzu badge/stitching	Leather-accented
Towing Braked Kg	2100 kg	2000 kg
Towing Unbraked Kg	750 kg	750 kg
Wheel Size Type	Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33 Diamond Cut	235/55 R19
Wheelbase Mm	3125 mm	2705 mm
Wheel Type	-	19-inch alloy wheels
Front Brake Disc Diameter	-	-
Rear Brake Drum Diameter	-	-
Parking Brake Type	-	Electric parking brake with auto hold
Tyre Load Index	-	-
Tyre Speed Rating	-	-
Brake Type Front	-	Disc
Brake Type Rear	-	Disc
Front Tyre Width	-	235 mm
Rear Tyre Width	-	235 mm
Auto Brake Hold	-	Electronic parking brake with auto hold
Autonomous Emergency Brake	-	Standard
Brakes	-	Front and rear disc brakes
Cornering Brake Control	-	-
Electric Park Brake	-	Standard
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	-	Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep	-	-
Hydraulic Brake Assist	-	Brake Assist System
Steering Wheel Audio Controls	-	Standard
Steering Wheel Phone Controls	-	Standard
Tyre Pressure Display	-	Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitoring	-	Standard
Wheel Material	-	19-inch alloy wheels
Wheels	-	19-inch alloy wheels

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
Front Suspension	High Mounting	Independent front strut
Rear Suspension	Leaf Spring Overslung	Independent multi-link rear suspension
Front Spring Type	High Mounting	-
Rear Spring Type	Leaf Spring Overslung	-
Shock Absorber Type	Twintube Gas Pressurised	-
Front Suspension Type	High Mounting	Independent front strut
Gross Axle Mass Front Kg	1450 kg	-
Gross Axle Mass Rear Kg	1910 kg	-
MagneRide Damping	-	-
Rear Axle Type	Leaf Spring Overslung	Multi-link rear suspension
Rear Suspension Type	Leaf Spring Overslung	Independent multi-link rear suspension
Shock Absorbers	Twintube Gas Pressurised	-
Suspension	High Mounting	Independent front strut / multi-link rear
Suspension Height	High Ride	-
Chassis Type	-	-
Power Steering	-	Dual pinion electric power steering
Steering Column	-	Tilt and telescopic
Front Anti-Roll Bar	-	Standard
Rear Anti-Roll Bar	-	Standard
Chassis Material	-	-

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
Service Interval	12 months / 15 000 km	15 000 km
Maintenance Plan	6 years / 90 000 km	-
Engine Oil Change Interval	12 months / 15 000 km	15 000 km
Service Plan Duration	6 years / 90 000 km	-
Service Plan Distance	6 years / 90 000 km	-
Alternator	90A	-
Battery Type	-	-
Gear Shift Indicator	-	-
Service Intervals	12 months / 15 000 km	15 000 km
Approx Service Cost	-	-
Battery Warranty	-	-
First Service At	-	-
Anti-Rust Treatment	-	-

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
Warranty Years	5 years / 120 000 km	6 years / 150,000 km
Warranty Kilometers	5 years / 120 000 km	6 years / 150,000 km
Roadside Assistance	5 years / 120 000 km	Standard
Anti-Corrosion Warranty	5 years / unlimited km	-
Basic Warranty	5 years / 120 000 km	6 years / 150,000 km
Roadside Assistance	5 years / 120 000 km	Standard
Warranty	5 years / 120 000 km	6 years / 150,000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance	5 years / 120 000 km	Standard

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
CO2 Emissions	195 g/km	183 g/km
Hybrid System Type	-	-
Fuel Octane Requirement	Diesel	Petrol
Idle CO2 Output	195	-
CO2 Emissions G Km	195	183
Start Stop System	-	-
Noise Level	-	-
Particulate Filter	-	-
Euro Emission Standard	-	-
Green NCAP Rating	-	-
Fuel Evaporation Control	-	-

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
Ownership Role	Top	Seven-seat family SUV flagship grade
Price Source	South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list	Nissan South Africa live X-Trail price data, updated April 2026
Price Zar	690810 ZAR	812900 ZAR
Pricing Role	Current listed price	Top 4WD seven-seat Xtronic CVT grade
Starting Price	690810	812900
Starting Price Zar	690810	812900

Spec	D-Max X-Rider	X-Trail
Real-world City Mileage Min	-	-
Real-world City Mileage Max	-	-
Real-world Highway Mileage Min	-	-
Real-world Highway Mileage Max	-	-

Overall Verdict Score

Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.

Weighted / 100

Verdict readout

X-Trail leads by 13 points

X-Trail has a slight advantage, but D-Max X-Rider remains highly competitive.

Winner 68 /100

Lead 13 points

Data 79% confidence

#1 Winner

X-Trail

79% data confidence 2 strong categories

Best at Safety 94 Check Efficiency 50

Performance 56

Efficiency 50

Safety 94

Practicality 78

Ownership 52

Leads by 13 points

D-Max X-Rider

93% data confidence 1 strong categories

Best at Practicality 85 Check Safety 29

Performance 57

Efficiency 53

Safety 29

Practicality 85

Ownership 48

Performance 24% Safety 22% Practicality 22% Efficiency 17% Ownership 15%

Category leaders What moves the verdict

Performance D-Max X-Rider +1 Efficiency D-Max X-Rider +3 Safety X-Trail +65 Practicality D-Max X-Rider +7 Ownership X-Trail +4

Moderate difference between the models.

Why this score View full breakdown

Overall Winner

X-Trail

Performance 56/100

Efficiency 50/100

Safety 94/100

Practicality 78/100

Ownership 52/100

D-Max X-Rider

Performance 57/100

Efficiency 53/100

Safety 29/100

Practicality 85/100

Ownership 48/100

So, Which One Should You Buy?

🏆 Nissan X-Trail wins with 68 pts vs 55 pts for D-Max X-Rider

In structured scoring, X-Trail emerges as the stronger overall package. However, D-Max X-Rider 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 X-Trail 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 X-Rider 53 vs X-Trail 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 X-Rider 29, X-Trail 94. 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 X-Rider 48, X-Trail 52. 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 X-Rider 85, X-Trail 78. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.

Performance scores: D-Max X-Rider 57, X-Trail 56. 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 X-Trail edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.

The X-Trail 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 X-Rider and X-Trail in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: D-Max X-Rider scores 57 vs 56.

Efficiency: D-Max X-Rider scores 53 vs 50.

Safety: D-Max X-Rider scores 29 vs 94.

Practicality: D-Max X-Rider scores 85 vs 78.

Ownership: D-Max X-Rider scores 48 vs 52.

Final structured scoring gives X-Trail the advantage in this comparison.

Isuzu D-Max X-Rider vs Nissan X-Trail

Isuzu D-Max X-Rider

Nissan X-Trail

At a Glance — Who Wins What

Key Specs Side by Side

The Bottom Line

Where They Actually Differ

What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)

D-Max X-Rider

X-Trail

Which One's Right for You?

D-Max X-Rider

X-Trail

Full Specs, Side by Side

Overall Verdict Score

X-Trail leads by 13 points

X-Trail

D-Max X-Rider

X-Trail

D-Max X-Rider

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In Depth — Breaking It All Down