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2.5D SE Single Cab 4x4 MTDiesel6-Speed ManualCurrent
ZAR 592,600ex-showroom
⚡ 120 kW🔧 403 Nm⛽ 13.2 km/l
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Decision summary
Isuzu MU-X vs Nissan Navara Single Cab: the short answer
MU-X and Navara Single Cab are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Navara Single Cab starts ZAR 318,900 cheaperMU-X from ZAR 752,400 · Navara Single Cab from ZAR 433,500
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
Maximum Power
MU-X110 kW @ 3600 rpm
Navara Single Cab120 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque
MU-X350 Nm
Navara Single Cab403 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Engine Size
MU-X3000 cc
Navara Single Cab2488 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
MU-X13.2 km/l
Navara Single Cab13.2 km/l
Ground Clearance
MU-X235 mm
Navara Single Cab208 mm
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 MU-X
3.0 DDi LSE 4x4 AT
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
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Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
MU-X
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:Published Practicality
Navara Single Cab
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
MU-X
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Navara Single Cab
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Automatic High Beam
Standard
-
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Not Available
Auto Lights
Standard
-
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Driver Monitoring
Standard
-
Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
Not Available
Front Camera
Standard
-
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Multi Collision Braking
Standard
-
Occupant Detection Sensor
Passengers
-
Parking Distance Sensors
Front & Rear
Not Available
Parking Sensor
Front & Rear
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
Standard
-
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Standard
Not Available
Reverse Camera Type
Standard
Not Available
Reversing Camera
Standard
Not Available
Surround View Camera
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
4WD Engagement
Available
Selectable 4WD
4WD Hi Range
Available
Standard
4WD Lo Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Standard
4WD Selector
Standard
Standard
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Not Available
Axle Layout
4WD / AWD
4WD
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
4WD
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
4WD
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Available
Number of Gears
4
6
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
-
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Manual
Gearbox
Automatic
Manual
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Manual
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Standard
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Not Available
Rear Differential Lock
Standard
Not Available
Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
4WD transfer case
Transfer Case Guard
Standard
-
Transmission Speeds
4
6
Transmission Type
6 Speed Automatic
Manual
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Available
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Available
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
4WD System Type
Four-wheel drive
Selectable 4WD
Approach Angle
30.0 deg
32.0 deg
Approach Angle Deg
30.0 deg
32.0 deg
Breakover Angle
24.0 deg
22.7 deg
Breakover Angle Deg
24.0 deg
22.7 deg
Departure Angle
26.0 deg
26.5 deg
Departure Angle Deg
26.0 deg
26.5 deg
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Sump Guard
Standard
-
Ground Clearance Max
235 mm
208 mm
Ground Clearance Min
235 mm
208 mm
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Standard
Off Road Descent Control
Standard
Standard
Off Road Traction Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Skid Plate Guard
Standard
-
Terrain Mode Mud
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Terrain Modes
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Not Available
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Wading Depth
800 mm
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
800 mm
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Available
Ramp Breakover Angle
-
22.7 deg
Recovery Hooks
-
Front towing hook
Ramp-over Angle
-
22.7 deg
Crawl Control
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
-
Not Available
Terrain Response System
-
Not Available
Spec
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
ABS
Standard
Standard
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
AEB
Standard
Not Available
Airbags
Standard
Driver and front passenger airbags, side, curtain and driver knee airbags
Alarm System
Standard
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
Standard
BA
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
-
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
Standard
Standard
Driver Passenger Airbags
Standard
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
Not Available
Far Side Airbag
Standard
-
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
Not Available
Front Seat Side Airbags
Standard
-
Height Adjustable Seatbelts
Standard
-
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Driver
Driver knee airbag
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
Standard
Side Impact Beams
Standard
-
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Standard
Side Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Vehicle Dynamic Control
TCS
Not Available
Vehicle Dynamic Control
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Central Locking
-
Standard
Fatigue Detection
-
Not Available
Spec
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
AC Type
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Manual air conditioning
12V Accessory Socket
2
12V outlet inside cabin and load box
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Air Conditioning
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Manual air conditioning
Auto Dimming Irvm
Auto Dimming
-
Auto Dimming Mirror
Auto Dimming
-
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
-
Automatic High Beam
Standard
-
B Pillar Blackout
Standard
-
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Climate Control
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Manual air conditioning
Climate Zones
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
Standard, 7-inch with decoration
-
Electric Tailgate
Power with step sensor and control switch
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
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
7.6
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Intelligent Battery System
Standard
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Standard
-
Intercooler
Standard
-
Keyless Entry
Standard
Remote central locking
Lift Gate
Power with step sensor and control switch
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
-
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Manual Aircon
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Standard
Mirror
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
-
Mudflaps
Front & Rear
-
Oil Pan Guard
Standard
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Standard
-
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Power Mirrors
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
Power mirrors with manual fold
Power Socket 12v
2
-
Power Windows
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
Driver auto up/down
Powered Tailgate
Power with step sensor and control switch
-
Pre Air Cleaner
Standard
-
Reading Lights Front
Standard
-
Rear Bumper Colour
Body Colour / Gloss Black
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Final Drive Ratio
3.727
-
Rear LED Combination Taillights
Standard
-
Rear Privacy Windows
Standard
-
Rear Wing
Standard
-
Rearview Mirror Inside
Auto Dimming
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Standard
-
Remote Start Engine
Standard
-
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Rim Size
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
16
Roof Rack Compatibility
Standard / Very Dark Magnetite
-
Seat Type
Partial Leather
-
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Standard
Standard
Side Impact Bars
Standard
-
Side Steps
Standard / Very Dark Magnetite
-
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Sonar
Front & Rear
-
Sound System
8
Not Available
Source Model Column
3.0 LSE A/T 4x4
navara-single-cab
Spare Wheel
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Full-size steel
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Steering Mounted Controls
Standard
Standard
Surround View Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Tail Lamps
Standard
-
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Telescopic Steering
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Tilt Steering
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
TPMS
Standard
Not Available
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Standard
Trailer Sway Control
Standard
Standard
Trim Level
flagship
top
Unlocking
Standard
Remote central locking
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
Off-road or adventure derivative
Vdc
Standard
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Standard
-
Walk Away Lock
Standard
Not Available
Water Depth Protection Mm
800 mm
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
Power mirrors with manual fold
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
2311 mm
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
1560 mm
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
2311 mm
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
1560 mm
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Push Button Start
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Mirror Folding
-
Power mirrors with manual fold
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
-
Standard
Heads Up Display
-
Not Available
Multi Function Steering
-
Standard
Ride Mode Selection
-
Not Available
Accelerator 0 100
-
Not Applicable
Country Of Origin
-
South Africa
Diff Lock
-
Standard
Difflock
-
Standard
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
-
Manual fold
Rear Step Bumper
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Remote Side Mirror
-
Standard
Remote Start
-
Not Available
Tie Down Hooks
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Towbar
-
Not Available
Trailer Hitch
-
Not Available
Spec
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Headlights
Standard
-
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
-
Body Type
SUV
Pickup
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
Not Available
Daytime Running Lights
LED
Not Available
Door Handle Finish
Body Colour
-
DRL
LED
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
5
See Nissan South Africa Navara Single Cab colour selector
Exterior Colour Options
5
6
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Body Colour
-
Exterior Mirror Electric
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
Power mirrors with manual fold
Fog Lamps
Standard, LED
Not Available
Fog Lights
Standard, LED
Not Available
Front Fog Lamps
Standard, LED
Not Available
Front Fog Lights
Standard, LED
Not Available
Front Overhang Mm
895 mm
-
Headlamp Levelling
Automatic
-
Headlamps
Bi-LED
Not Available
Headlight Type
Bi-LED
Not Available
Headlights
Bi-LED
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Bi-LED
Not Available
Led Headlights
Bi-LED
Not Available
Led Taillights
Standard
-
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Radiator Grille Colour
Dark Chrome
-
Rear Fog Lamps
LED
-
Rear Overhang Mm
1100 mm
-
Rear Spoiler
Standard
-
Rear Wiper
Auto, Rain Sensing
-
Roof Rails
Standard / Very Dark Magnetite
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Standard
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
-
16-inch steel wheels
Wing Mirror Type
-
Black door mirrors
Exterior Mirror Folding
-
Manual fold
Spec
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
Adjustable Driver Seat
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
6-way manual
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Not Available
Armrest Rear
Standard with 2 cupholders
-
Driver Seat
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
6-way manual
Driver Seat Adjustment
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
Height adjustable driver seat
Fabric Seats
Partial Leather
-
Front Seats Configuration
2 x Bucket Reclining
-
Heated Front Seats
Standard
-
Instrument Cluster Type
Standard, 7-inch with decoration
-
Interior Colour Options
5
6
Interior Colours
5
6
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Standard
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Navara Single Cab grade before assuming a feature is included.
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Partial Leather
-
Rear Armrest
Standard with 2 cupholders
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Standard with 2 cupholders
-
Seat Adjustment
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
6-way manual
Seat Belt Warning
Standard
-
Seat Material
Partial Leather
Fabric
Seat Trim
Partial Leather
Fabric
Second Row Seat Configuration
Bench 60:40 Fold-Flat
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Steering Type
Hydraulic
Rack & Pinion Power Assisted
Third Row Seat Configuration
Bench 50:50 Fold-Flat
-
Rear USB Ports
Standard
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
Separate front passenger seat
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Available
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Available
Rear AC Vents
-
Not Available
Spec
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
Alternator
120A
-
Maintenance Plan
5 years / 90 000 km
Optional
Engine Oil Change Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
15 000 km
Service Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
15000
Service Intervals
12 months / 15 000 km
15000
Service Plan
5 years / 90 000 km
Optional
Service Plan Distance
5 years / 90 000 km
Optional
Service Plan Duration
5 years / 90 000 km
Optional
First Service At
-
15000
Spec
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
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
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
Standard
Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
6 years / 150,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 120 000 km
6 years / 150,000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
Standard
Warranty Years
5 years / 120 000 km
6 years / 150,000 km
Spec
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
Audio
9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi
CD, AM/FM, RDS and Bluetooth audio
Audio Controls On Steering
Standard
Standard
Audio Input
USB, Auxiliary
-
Audio Speakers
8
Not Available
Audio System
9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi
CD, AM/FM, RDS, Bluetooth
Connected Services
SYNC
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard, 7-inch with decoration
Not Available
FM Radio
9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi
Standard
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
Standard
1 USB-A
Infotainment System
SYNC
7-inch touchscreen with CD, AM/FM, RDS and Bluetooth
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
7-inch
Multi Information Display
Standard, 7-inch with decoration
-
Radio
9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi
Standard
Rear Usb
Standard
-
Number of Speakers
8
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
USB Ports
Standard
USB port
Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
7-inch
Touchscreen
SYNC
7-inch
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Not Available
Android Auto
Not Available
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Standard
Navigation System
-
Not Available
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Bluetooth
Spec
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
Auto Brake Hold
Standard
-
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard
-
Brake Override Accelerator
Standard
-
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
-
Electric Park Brake
Standard
-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Standard
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Handbrake Type
Standard
Not Applicable
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel Controls
Standard
-
Multi Collision Brake
Standard
-
Parking Brake Type
Standard
-
Spare Tyre
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Full-size steel
Spare Wheel Size Type
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
-
Spare Wheel Type
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
Full-size steel
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Standard
-
Towing Unbraked Kg
750 kg
-
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Size
265/60R18
205/ R16
Tyre Type
265/60R18
-
Wheel Diameter
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
16
Wheel Rim Size
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
16
Wheel Size Type
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
205/ R16
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Drum
Wheel Type
-
16-inch steel wheels
Brake Type Front
-
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
-
Drum
Wheels
-
16-inch steel wheels
Spec
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
Body Style
7-seat SUV
Single Cab
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Red
White, Silver, Black, Grey, Red, Blue
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.0 DDi LSE 4x4 AT
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.5D SE Single Cab 4x4 MT
Gross Combined Mass Kg
5900 kg
-
Model Year
MY26
2026
Segment
SUV
Single-cab bakkie
Tare Mass Kg
2080 kg
1803 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
Single Cab
Model Introduced Year
2013
1997
Generation
Current generation MU-X built on Isuzu D-Max platform
Current Navara generation focuses on improved comfort and stronger safety credentials
Facelift History
Latest updates improved styling and safety tech
Updated in recent years with improved styling, safety upgrades, and suspension refinement
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Original current-generation version
Production Status
active
Active
Body Type Cab
-
Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name
Spec
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Claimed Mileage
13.2 km/l
13.2 km/l
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
80 l
Fuel Tank Litres
80
80
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
13.2 km/l
13.2 km/l
City Mileage
10.7 km/l
10.7 km/l
Highway Mileage
15.4 km/l
15.4 km/l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
-
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Available
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Available
Spec
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
CO2 Emissions
200 g/km
Not Available
CO2 Emissions G Km
200
-
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not Available
Idle CO2 Output
200
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Diesel
Spec
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
Doors
5 doors
2 doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
80 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2800 kg
3010 kg
Ground Clearance (Default)
235 mm
208 mm
Height
1825 mm
1760 mm
Kerb Weight
2080 kg
1803 kg
Length
4850 mm
5235 mm
Payload Capacity
659 kg
1119 kg
Seating Capacity
7 seats
2 seats
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
3500 kg
Minimum Turning Radius
11.4 m
6.4 m
Wheelbase
2855 mm
3150 mm
Width
1870 mm
1790 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
220 mm
-
Boot/Cargo Space
1119 l
-
Number of Rows
3 rows
-
Front Headroom
1005 mm
-
Rear Headroom
975 mm
-
Front Legroom
1060 mm
-
Rear Legroom
900 mm
-
Spec
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
Front Spring Type
Independent High-ride Coil
-
Front Suspension
Independent High-ride Coil
Double wishbone with coil over strut
Front Suspension Type
Independent High-ride Coil
Double wishbone with coil over strut
Gross Axle Mass Front Kg
1450 kg
-
Gross Axle Mass Rear Kg
1650 kg
-
High Ride Suspension
Standard
-
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Power Steering
Hydraulic
Rack & Pinion Power Assisted
Rear Axle Type
Multi-link Coil
Leaf Spring
Rear Spring Type
Multi-link Coil
-
Rear Suspension
Multi-link Coil
Leaf Spring
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-link Coil
Leaf Spring
Shock Absorber Type
Gas
-
Shock Absorbers
Gas
-
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Suspension
Independent High-ride Coil
Double wishbone with coil over strut
Track Front Rear Mm
1570 / 1570
-
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
1550 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
1550 mm
Chassis Type
-
Ladder
Chassis Material
-
Ladder
Spec
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
Ownership Role
Flagship
Top
Price Zar
973800 ZAR
592600 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
973800
592600
Starting Price Zar
973800
592600
Spec
MU-X
Navara Single Cab
Engine Code
4JJ3
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
3000 cc
2488 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Compression Ratio
16.3:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
110 kW @ 3600 rpm
120 kW @ 3600 rpm
Maximum Torque
350 Nm
403 Nm @ 2000 rpm
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 Automatic
6-Speed Manual
Power-to-Weight Ratio
52.9 kW/tonne
66.6 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
168.3 Nm/tonne
223.5 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
Engine
3.0-litre 4JJ3 Turbocharged Diesel
2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common-rail direct injection
Direct Injection
Bore
82.0 mm
89 mm
Stroke
94.6 mm
100 mm
Top Speed
210 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
8.2 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
16.2 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
4800 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
In depth: how these cars differ
This MU-X and Navara Single Cab 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: MU-X 63 vs Navara Single Cab 67.
Efficiency index: MU-X 52 vs Navara Single Cab 56.
Safety-equipment index: MU-X 93 vs Navara Single Cab 90.
Practicality index: MU-X 93 vs Navara Single Cab 72.
Ownership-cover index: MU-X not separately scored vs Navara Single Cab 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 4 points
MU-X and Navara Single Cab are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Performance
Navara Single Cab +4
Efficiency
Navara Single Cab +4
Safety
MU-X +3
Practicality
MU-X +21
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
MU-X
Performance
63/100
Efficiency
52/100
Safety
93/100
Practicality
93/100
Navara Single Cab
Performance
67/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
72/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexIsuzu MU-X
leads the specification evidence index with 76 pts
vs 72 pts for Navara Single Cab
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, MU-X leads. However, Navara Single Cab may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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