Isuzu MU-X vs Toyota Quantum

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.

Includes a historical vehicle

Current, upcoming and historical vehicles can be compared side by side. Historical records keep their verified specifications, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.

Toyota Quantum Archived range page
Isuzu MU-X in South Africa

Isuzu MU-X

3.0 DDi LSE 4x4 AT Diesel 6-Speed Automatic Current
ZAR 973,800 ex-showroom
⚡ 110 kW 🔧 350 Nm ⛽ 13.2 km/l
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Toyota Quantum in South Africa

Toyota Quantum

Quantum 2.8 LWB 11-Seater Diesel 6-Speed Manual Archived range page
ZAR 862,700 last listed
Earlier grouped range This earlier grouped listing remains available with its historical specifications. Current body-style or trim pages remain separate.
⚡ 130 kW 🔧 420 Nm
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Decision summary

Isuzu MU-X vs Toyota Quantum: 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.

Recorded price context MU-X: current from ZAR 752,400 · Quantum: last listed from ZAR 862,700

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification MU-X Quantum
Maximum Power MU-X110 kW @ 3600 rpm Quantum130 kW @ 3400 rpm
Maximum Torque MU-X350 Nm Quantum420 Nm @ 1400-2600 rpm
Engine Size MU-X3000 cc QuantumNot Officially Disclosed
Combined Fuel Economy MU-X13.2 km/l QuantumNot Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance MU-X235 mm QuantumNot Officially Disclosed

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

Full Specs, Side by Side

Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.

Spec MU-X Quantum
Model Introduced Year 2013 2021
Generation Current generation MU-X built on Isuzu D-Max platform Quantum GL Bus, 2021 South African specification
Facelift History Latest updates improved styling and safety tech 2021 South African Quantum GL Bus specification retained as a historical reference
Facelift Launched Since Original current-generation version 2021
Facelift Version Ending Current 2021
Body Style 7-seat SUV Bus
Color Note White, Black, Silver, Grey, Red Not confirmed
Dealer Stock Note Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup Not confirmed
Drivetrain Note Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.0 DDi LSE 4x4 AT Not confirmed
Gross Combined Mass Kg 5900 kg Not confirmed
Model Year MY26 2021
Production Status active discontinued
Segment SUV Passenger Van
Tare Mass Kg 2080 kg Not confirmed
Vehicle Type SUV Van
Spec MU-X Quantum
Length 4850 mm 5265 mm
Width 1870 mm 1950 mm
Height 1825 mm 1990 mm
Wheelbase 2855 mm 3210 mm
Ground Clearance (Default) 235 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) 220 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 l 70 l
Boot/Cargo Space 1119 l Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight 2080 kg Not Officially Disclosed
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 2800 kg 3445 kg
Payload Capacity 659 kg Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity 3500 kg 1500 kg
Seating Capacity 7 seats 11 seats
Number of Rows 3 rows Not Officially Disclosed
Doors 5 doors Not Officially Disclosed
Minimum Turning Radius 11.4 m Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom 1005 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom 975 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom 1060 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom 900 mm Not Officially Disclosed

In depth: how these cars differ

This MU-X and Quantum 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.

Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.

Specification Score Withheld

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Fail closed

Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.

Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.

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.

MU-X vs Quantum questions

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.