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.
Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab vs Isuzu MU-X: the short answer
MU-X has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab remains close.
MU-X starts ZAR 48,600 cheaperLand Cruiser 79 Double Cab from ZAR 801,000 · MU-X from ZAR 752,400
Five key differences
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Specification
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
Maximum Power
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab202 kW
MU-X110 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab381 Nm
MU-X350 Nm
Engine Size
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab3956 cc
MU-X3000 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab13 km/l
MU-X13.2 km/l
Ground Clearance
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab235 mm
MU-X235 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
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Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
4.0 V6 Double Cab MT
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What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Performance
Specification evidence leader
MU-X
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Best suited to:Published EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
MU-X
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2013
Generation
Current South African Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Current generation MU-X built on Isuzu D-Max platform
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.
Latest updates improved styling and safety tech
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
Pickup
7-seat 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, Black, Silver, Grey, Red
Dealer Stock Note
Mid grade in the South Africa lineup
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
MY26
Production Status
active
active
Segment
Pickup
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
2050 kg
2080 kg
Vehicle Type
Pickup
SUV
Drivetrain Note
-
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.0 DDi LSE 4x4 AT
Gross Combined Mass Kg
-
5900 kg
Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
Length
5270 mm
4850 mm
Width
1855 mm
1870 mm
Height
1855 mm
1825 mm
Wheelbase
3085 mm
2855 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
235 mm
235 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
125 mm
220 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
87 l
80 l
Boot/Cargo Space
470 l
1119 l
Kerb Weight
2050 kg
2080 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
3100 kg
2800 kg
Payload Capacity
1050 kg
659 kg
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
7 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
3 rows
Doors
4 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
6.4 m
11.4 m
Front Headroom
983 mm
1005 mm
Rear Headroom
951 mm
975 mm
Front Legroom
1033 mm
1060 mm
Rear Legroom
886 mm
900 mm
Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
Coil Spring with Solid Axle
Independent High-ride Coil
Rear Suspension
Leaf Spring with Solid Axle
Multi-link Coil
Power Steering
Hydraulic
Hydraulic
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt & Telescopic
Front Spring Type
Coil Spring with Solid Axle
Independent High-ride Coil
Rear Spring Type
Leaf Spring with Solid Axle
Multi-link Coil
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Front
-
Front Suspension Type
Coil Spring with Solid Axle
Independent High-ride Coil
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Axle Type
Leaf Spring with Solid Axle
Multi-link Coil
Rear Suspension Type
Leaf Spring with Solid Axle
Multi-link Coil
Suspension
Coil Spring with Solid Axle
Independent High-ride Coil
Gross Axle Mass Front Kg
-
1450 kg
Gross Axle Mass Rear Kg
-
1650 kg
High Ride Suspension
-
Standard
Shock Absorber Type
-
Gas
Shock Absorbers
-
Gas
Track Front Rear Mm
-
1570 / 1570
Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Manual AC
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Power Windows
All Doors
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Standard
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Power with step sensor and control switch
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Type
Manual AC
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Climate Zones
Manual AC
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Electric Folding Mirrors
All Doors
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
Engine Start Button Illumination
Not Available
-
Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Warranty
5 Years / 150,000 km
-
Front Armrest
Not Available
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
10.5
7.6
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Power Mirrors
All Doors
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Seat Split
Not Available
-
Rear Wing
Not Available
Standard
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Seat Type
Vinyl
Partial Leather
Side Steps
Standard/available
Standard / Very Dark Magnetite
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Spare Wheel
Full-Size
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Stabilizer Bar
Front
-
Telescopic Steering
Tilt
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt Steering
Tilt
Tilt & Telescopic
Voice Command
Standard
-
Voice Command Support
Standard
-
Accelerator 0 100
9.5 sec
-
Air Conditioning
Manual AC
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Centre Console
Not Available
-
Common Rail Injection
Multi-Point EFI
-
Digital Speedometer
Not Available
Standard, 7-inch with decoration
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Standard
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Lift Gate
Not Available
Power with step sensor and control switch
Load Bed Light
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
Manual AC
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Mirror
All Doors
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Not Available
Standard
Powered Tailgate
Not Available
Power with step sensor and control switch
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Step Bumper
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Standard
Standard
Roof Rack Compatibility
Not Available
Standard / Very Dark Magnetite
Side Step
Standard/available
-
Sonar
Not Available
Front & Rear
Sound System
4
8
Source Model Column
land-cruiser-79-double-cab
3.0 LSE A/T 4x4
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
Front
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt
Tilt & Telescopic
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Tailgate Lock
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Not Available
Tie Down Hooks
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
-
Tow Bar Type
Bakkie towing support
Not Available
Towbar
Bakkie towing support
-
TPMS
Not Available
Standard
Trailer Hitch
Bakkie towing support
-
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Standard
Trim Level
mid
flagship
Unlocking
Not Available
Standard
Variant Role
Core range derivative
Flagship / premium derivative
Vdc
Standard
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Not Available
Standard
Walk Away Lock
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charger
Standard
Not Available
12V Accessory Socket
-
2
Auto Dimming Irvm
-
Auto Dimming
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
Auto Dimming
Automatic High Beam
-
Standard
B Pillar Blackout
-
Standard
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Front Bumper Colour
-
Gloss Black / Body Colour
Front Final Drive Ratio
-
3.727
Front Power Outlet
-
2
Front Reading Lamps
-
Standard
Front Wiper
-
Auto, Rain Sensing
Front Wipers Type
-
Auto, Rain Sensing
Intercooler
-
Standard
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Mudflaps
-
Front & Rear
Oil Pan Guard
-
Standard
Power Socket 12v
-
2
Pre Air Cleaner
-
Standard
Reading Lights Front
-
Standard
Rear Bumper Colour
-
Body Colour / Gloss Black
Rear Final Drive Ratio
-
3.727
Rear LED Combination Taillights
-
Standard
Rear Privacy Windows
-
Standard
Rearview Mirror Inside
-
Auto Dimming
Remote Start Engine
-
Standard
Rim Size
Not Available
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
-
Standard
Side Impact Bars
-
Standard
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Steering Mounted Controls
-
Standard
Tail Lamps
-
Standard
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Water Depth Protection Mm
-
800 mm
Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
Engine
4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
3.0-litre 4JJ3 Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
Market-specific engine family
4JJ3
Fuel Type
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
3956 cc
3000 cc
Cylinders
6
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
24
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Common-rail direct injection
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
16.3:1
Bore
82.0 mm
82.0 mm
Stroke
94.6 mm
94.6 mm
Maximum Power
202 kW
110 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque
381 Nm
350 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD
4WD
Transmission
6-Speed Manual
6-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
175 km/h
210 km/h
0-100 km/h
9.5 sec
8.2 sec
Quarter Mile
15.5 sec
16.2 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
6500 rpm
4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
98.5 kW/tonne
52.9 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
185.9 Nm/tonne
168.3 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
Gearbox
6-Speed Manual
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
4WD Part-Time
4WD / AWD
LSD Available
Standard
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Standard
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
No
Standard
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
5
4
Transmission Type
Manual
6 Speed Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
6-Speed Manual
Automatic
Drivetrain
4WD/
4WD / AWD
4WD Engagement
Available
Available
4WD Hi Range
Available
Available
4WD Lo Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
4WD Selector
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Standard
Automatic Shift Paddles
No
Standard
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
6-Speed Manual
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Axle Layout
4WD
4WD / AWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Standard
Transmission Speeds
5
4
Gear Knob Trim
-
Leather / Piano Black
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
Transfer Case Guard
-
Standard
Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
Claimed Mileage
13 km/l
13.2 km/l
City Mileage
11.0 km/l
10.7 km/l
Highway Mileage
15.5 km/l
15.4 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
87 l
80 l
Emission Standard
Euro 4
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
13 km/l
13.2 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
87
80
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
Airbags
2
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Alarm System
Standard
Standard
Central Locking
Standard
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
AEB
Not Available
Standard
BA
Standard
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Driver Airbag
2
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
2
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Standard
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Driver
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
2
Standard
Driver Passenger Airbags
2
Standard
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Far Side Airbag
-
Standard
Front Seat Side Airbags
-
Standard
Height Adjustable Seatbelts
-
Standard
Side Impact Beams
-
Standard
Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front & Rear
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Standard
Auto Lights
Not Available
Standard
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front & Rear
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Standard
Emergency Braking
Not Available
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Standard
Parking Distance Sensors
Not Available
Front & Rear
Parking Sensor
Not Available
Front & Rear
Pre-Collision System
Not Available
Standard
Rain Sensor Wipers
Not Available
-
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
Not Available
Standard
Reversing Camera
Not Available
Standard
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Standard
Automatic High Beam
-
Standard
Driver Monitoring
-
Standard
Front Camera
-
Standard
Multi Collision Braking
-
Standard
Occupant Detection Sensor
-
Passengers
Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
Seat Material
Vinyl
Partial Leather
Seat Adjustment
Manual
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Hydraulic
Steering Adjustment
Tilt
Tilt & Telescopic
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Standard
Folding Rear Seats
Not Available
-
Front Armrest
Not Available
-
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear USB Ports
2
Standard
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Instrument Cluster Type
Not Available
Standard, 7-inch with decoration
Interior Colour Options
3
5
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
Fabric Seats
Vinyl
Partial Leather
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
Armrest Front
Not Available
-
Driver Seat
Manual
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab grade before assuming a feature is included.
Standard
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Vinyl
Partial Leather
Interior Colours
3
5
Seat Fold Type
Not Available
-
Seat Trim
Vinyl
Partial Leather
Armrest Rear
-
Standard with 2 cupholders
Front Seats Configuration
-
2 x Bucket Reclining
Heated Front Seats
-
Standard
Rear Armrest
-
Standard with 2 cupholders
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
-
Standard with 2 cupholders
Seat Belt Warning
-
Standard
Second Row Seat Configuration
-
Bench 60:40 Fold-Flat
Third Row Seat Configuration
-
Bench 50:50 Fold-Flat
Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
Infotainment System
9-inch Touchscreen
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Not Available
Android Auto
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Not Available
Number of Speakers
4
8
Navigation System
Standard
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Standard, 7-inch with decoration
USB Ports
2
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Not Available
Voice Recognition
Standard
-
Infotainment Screen Size
9-inch Touchscreen
SYNC
Infotainment Display
9-inch Touchscreen
-
Rear Usb
2
Standard
Audio Speakers
4
8
Audio System
4
9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi
Display Audio
9-inch Touchscreen
-
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
2
Standard
Infotainment Screen
9-inch Touchscreen
SYNC
Multi Information Display
Not Available
Standard, 7-inch with decoration
Connected Services
Standard
SYNC
Voice Control
Standard
-
Smartphone Connectivity
Standard
-
Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
SYNC
Audio
-
9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi
Audio Controls On Steering
-
Standard
Audio Input
-
USB, Auxiliary
FM Radio
-
9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi
Radio
-
9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Standard
Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
LED Headlamps
Standard
Bi-LED
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
LED
Fog Lamps
Standard
Standard, LED
Roof Rails
Not Available
Standard / Very Dark Magnetite
Alloy Wheel Design
Not Available
-
Chrome Exterior Finish
Standard
-
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
3
5
Roof Type
Not Available
-
Body Type
Pickup
SUV
DRL
Standard
LED
Fog Lights
Standard
Standard, LED
Front Fog Lights
Standard
Standard, LED
Led Headlights
Standard
Bi-LED
Auto Headlights
Not Available
Standard
Automatic Headlamps
Not Available
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
Standard
LED
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
-
Exterior Colour Options
6
5
Exterior Mirror Electric
All Doors
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
Front Fog Lamps
Standard
Standard, LED
Headlamp Levelling
Standard
Automatic
Headlamps
Standard
Bi-LED
Headlight Type
Standard
Bi-LED
Headlights
Standard
Bi-LED
Load Bed Liner
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Standard
Door Handle Finish
-
Body Colour
Exterior Door Handle Colour
-
Body Colour
Front Overhang Mm
-
895 mm
Led Taillights
-
Standard
Radiator Grille Colour
-
Dark Chrome
Rear Fog Lamps
-
LED
Rear Overhang Mm
-
1100 mm
Rear Wiper
-
Auto, Rain Sensing
Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
Approach Angle
Not Available
30.0 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
26.0 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
800 mm
Terrain Modes
4WD/off-road drive mode support
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
4WD System Type
Four-wheel drive
Four-wheel drive
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Standard
Breakover Angle
Not Available
24.0 deg
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
235 mm
235 mm
Ground Clearance Min
235 mm
235 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Standard
Standard
Off Road Traction Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Mud
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Sand
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Snow
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Approach Angle Deg
-
30.0 deg
Breakover Angle Deg
-
24.0 deg
Departure Angle Deg
-
26.0 deg
Engine Sump Guard
-
Standard
Skid Plate Guard
-
Standard
Wading Depth Mm
-
800 mm
Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
Tyre Size
265/70 R16
265/60R18
Wheel Type
Not Available
-
Front Brake Type
Disc
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Full-Size
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Brake Type Front
Disc
-
Brake Type Rear
Drum
-
Spare Tyre
Full-Size
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Tyre Type
265/70 R16
265/60R18
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Not Available
Standard
Brakes
Disc
-
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Standard
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Standard
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Spare Wheel Size Type
Full-Size
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Display
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Not Available
Standard
Wheel Material
Not Available
-
Wheels
Not Available
-
Auto Brake Hold
-
Standard
Brake Override Accelerator
-
Standard
Electric Park Brake
-
Standard
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
-
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel Controls
-
Standard
Multi Collision Brake
-
Standard
Parking Brake Type
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
-
Standard
Towing Unbraked Kg
-
750 kg
Wheel Diameter
Not Available
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Wheel Size Type
-
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
Battery Warranty
5 Years / 150,000 km
-
Maintenance Plan
5 Years / 90,000 km
5 years / 90 000 km
Service Plan Duration
5 Years / 90,000 km
5 years / 90 000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 Years / 90,000 km
5 years / 90 000 km
Service Plan
5 Years / 90,000 km
5 years / 90 000 km
Alternator
-
120A
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
12 months / 15 000 km
Service Interval
-
12 months / 15 000 km
Service Intervals
-
12 months / 15 000 km
Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
Warranty Years
3 years / 100 000 km
5 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
3 years / 100 000 km
5 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
5 years / 120 000 km
Basic Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
5 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
5 years / 120 000 km
Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
5 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
5 years / 120 000 km
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
5 years / unlimited km
Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
CO2 Emissions
276 g/km
200 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
Diesel
Particulate Filter
Not Available
-
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 4
-
Idle CO2 Output
276
200
CO2 Emissions G Km
276
200
Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
Real-world City Mileage Min
14 l/100km
-
Real-world City Mileage Max
17 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
11 l/100km
-
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
13 l/100km
-
Owner Review Count
7
-
Spec
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
MU-X
Ownership Role
Mid
Flagship
Price Zar
870000 ZAR
973800 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
870000
973800
Starting Price Zar
870000
973800
In depth: how these cars differ
This Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab and MU-X comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab 78 vs MU-X 63.
Efficiency index: Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab 49 vs MU-X 52.
Safety-equipment index: Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab 50 vs MU-X 93.
Practicality index: Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab 85 vs MU-X 93.
Ownership-cover index: Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab 43 vs MU-X not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
MU-X leads by 13 points
MU-X has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab remains close.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
MU-X
Performance
63/100
Efficiency
52/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
93/100
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
Performance
78/100
Efficiency
49/100
Safety
50/100
Practicality
85/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexIsuzu MU-X
leads the specification evidence index with 76 pts
vs 63 pts for Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, MU-X leads. However, Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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