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.
Econ 2WD Pro 63 kWhElectricSingle-Speed Reduction GearCurrent
ZAR 747,500ex-showroom
⚡ 180 kW🔧 309 Nm
+Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Isuzu MU-X vs RIDDARA RD6: the short answer
MU-X and RD6 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
RD6 starts ZAR 4,900 cheaperMU-X from ZAR 752,400 · RD6 from ZAR 747,500
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
MU-X
RD6
Maximum Power
MU-X110 kW @ 3600 rpm
RD6180 kW
Maximum Torque
MU-X350 Nm
RD6309 Nm
Engine Size
MU-X3000 cc
RD6Not Applicable
Combined Fuel Economy
MU-X13.2 km/l
RD6Not Applicable
Ground Clearance
MU-X235 mm
RD6225 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
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
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
RD6
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
RD6
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
RD6
360 Degree Camera
Standard
No
Around View Monitor
Standard
No
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
No
Automatic High Beam
Standard
-
Auto Highbeam
Standard
No
Auto Lights
Standard
-
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
No
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
No
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Driver Monitoring
Standard
-
Emergency Braking
Standard
-
EV Mode
Not Available
-
Forward Collision Warning
Standard
No
Front Camera
Standard
-
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
No
Multi Collision Braking
Standard
-
Occupant Detection Sensor
Passengers
-
Parking Distance Sensors
Front & Rear
-
Parking Sensor
Front & Rear
-
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Rear
Pre-Collision System
Standard
-
Rear View Camera
Standard
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
No
Rear View Camera
Standard
-
Reverse Camera
Standard
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
Standard
-
Reversing Camera
Standard
-
Surround View Camera
Standard
No
Rear Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
No
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
No
Auto Wipers
Not Available
No
Park Assist
Not Available
No
Spec
MU-X
RD6
4WD Engagement
Available
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Available
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Standard
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4WD / AWD
4x2
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
-
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
RWD
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
Rear motor, rear-wheel drive
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Number of Gears
4
1
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
Electronic selector
Gearbox
Automatic
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Single-speed reduction gear
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Standard
No
Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Standard
-
Transmission Speeds
4
1
Transmission Type
6 Speed Automatic
Automatic
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
LSD Available
Not Applicable
No
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Single fixed reduction ratio
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Standard
Spec
MU-X
RD6
4WD System Type
Four-wheel drive
Not Applicable
Approach Angle
30.0 deg
23 deg
Approach Angle Deg
30.0 deg
-
Breakover Angle
24.0 deg
16.0 deg
Breakover Angle Deg
24.0 deg
-
Departure Angle
26.0 deg
26 deg
Departure Angle Deg
26.0 deg
-
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
-
Engine Sump Guard
Standard
-
Ground Clearance Max
235 mm
-
Ground Clearance Min
235 mm
-
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Standard
Off Road Descent Control
Standard
-
Off Road Traction Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Skid Plate Guard
Standard
-
Terrain Mode Mud
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Terrain Mode Sand
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Terrain Mode Snow
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Terrain Modes
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Wading Depth
800 mm
500 mm
Wading Depth Mm
800 mm
-
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
No
Spec
MU-X
RD6
ABS
Standard
Standard
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
AEB
Standard
No
Airbags
Standard
2
Alarm System
Standard
-
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
-
BA
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
-
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Standard
No
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
Standard
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
Standard
-
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
-
Far Side Airbag
Standard
-
Front Parking Sensors
Standard
No
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
Standard
Knee Airbag
Driver
No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
No
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
Indirect
Driver Airbag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Standard
Side Airbags
Not Available
No
Traction Control
Not Available
Standard
TCS
Not Available
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Standard
Spec
MU-X
RD6
AC Type
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Automatic
12V Accessory Socket
2
-
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
-
Air Conditioning
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Automatic
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
-
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Climate Control
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
Automatic
Climate Zones
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
-
Digital Speedometer
Standard, 7-inch with decoration
-
Electric Tailgate
Power with step sensor and control switch
Electric tailgate release
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
-
Hill Start Assist
Standard
-
Intelligent Battery System
Standard
-
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Standard
-
Intercooler
Standard
-
Keyless Entry
Standard
No
Lift Gate
Power with step sensor and control switch
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Not Available
-
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
-
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
-
Manual Aircon
Auto climate control with rear cabin cooling vents
-
Mirror
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
-
Mudflaps
Front & Rear
-
Oil Pan Guard
Standard
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
-
Passive Entry Start
Standard
-
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
-
Power Mirrors
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
-
Power Socket 12v
2
-
Power Windows
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
One-touch down on all four windows; no anti-pinch
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
-
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
-
Remote Central Locking
Standard
-
Remote Start Engine
Standard
-
Rev Matching
Not Available
-
Rim Size
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
17
Roof Rack Compatibility
Standard / Very Dark Magnetite
-
Seat Type
Partial Leather
-
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Standard
-
Side Impact Bars
Standard
-
Side Steps
Standard / Very Dark Magnetite
-
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Sonar
Front & Rear
-
Sound System
8
4
Source Model Column
3.0 LSE A/T 4x4
-
Spare Wheel
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
T145/80 R18
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Steering Mounted Controls
Standard
-
Surround View Monitor
Standard
No
Tail Lamps
Standard
-
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
-
Telescopic Steering
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Tilt Steering
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
-
TPMS
Standard
Indirect
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trailer Sway Control
Standard
-
Trim Level
flagship
-
Unlocking
Standard
No
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
-
Vdc
Standard
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
-
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
-
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Standard
-
Walk Away Lock
Standard
-
Water Depth Protection Mm
800 mm
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
-
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
-
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
-
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
-
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
-
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not Available
No
Sunroof
Not Available
No
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
No
Spec
MU-X
RD6
Active Exhaust
Not Available
-
Auto Headlights
Standard
-
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
-
Body Type
SUV
-
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED
Daytime Running Lights
LED
LED
Door Handle Finish
Body Colour
-
DRL
LED
LED
Exterior Colour Options
5
White, Black, Grey
Exterior Colour Options
5
-
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Body Colour
-
Exterior Mirror Electric
All with driver one touch, jam protection and timer
-
Fog Lamps
Standard, LED
No
Fog Lights
Standard, LED
-
Front Fog Lamps
Standard, LED
No
Front Fog Lights
Standard, LED
-
Front Overhang Mm
895 mm
-
Headlamp Levelling
Automatic
-
Headlamps
Bi-LED
No
Headlight Type
Bi-LED
No
Headlights
Bi-LED
No
LED Headlamps
Bi-LED
No
Led Headlights
Bi-LED
No
Led Taillights
Standard
-
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
-
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
Standard
Rear Spoiler
Standard
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
No
Spec
MU-X
RD6
Adjustable Driver Seat
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
-
Ambient Lighting
Standard
No
Armrest Rear
Standard with 2 cupholders
-
Driver Seat
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
6-way electric
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
-
Interior Colours
5
-
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Standard
-
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Partial Leather
-
Rear Armrest
Standard with 2 cupholders
-
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Standard with 2 cupholders
-
Seat Adjustment
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
-
Seat Belt Warning
Standard
-
Seat Material
Partial Leather
Synthetic leather (PVC)
Seat Trim
Partial Leather
Synthetic leather (PVC)
Second Row Seat Configuration
Bench 60:40 Fold-Flat
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Steering Type
Hydraulic
-
Third Row Seat Configuration
Bench 50:50 Fold-Flat
-
Rear USB Ports
Standard
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Driver Power 8-way & Passenger Power 4-way
6-way electric
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
No
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
No
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Foam
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Standard
Spec
MU-X
RD6
Alternator
120A
-
Maintenance Plan
5 years / 90 000 km
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
-
Service Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
-
Service Intervals
12 months / 15 000 km
-
Service Plan
5 years / 90 000 km
3 years/60000 km; maintenance every 12 months/20000 km
Service Plan Distance
5 years / 90 000 km
3 years/60000 km; maintenance every 12 months/20000 km
Service Plan Duration
5 years / 90 000 km
3 years/60000 km; maintenance every 12 months/20000 km
Spec
MU-X
RD6
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
5 years / unlimited km
-
Basic Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
5 years/150000 km vehicle; 8 years/200000 km high-voltage battery, motor and motor-control unit
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
-
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
-
Warranty
5 years / 120 000 km
5 years/150000 km vehicle; 8 years/200000 km high-voltage battery, motor and motor-control unit
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 120 000 km
5 years/150000 km vehicle; 8 years/200000 km high-voltage battery, motor and motor-control unit
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 years / 120 000 km
-
Warranty Years
5 years / 120 000 km
5 years/150000 km vehicle; 8 years/200000 km high-voltage battery, motor and motor-control unit
Spec
MU-X
RD6
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
-
Audio Speakers
8
4
Audio System
9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi
-
Connected Services
SYNC
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard, 7-inch with decoration
Full digital instrument cluster
FM Radio
9-inch Touch Screen with RDS, MP3, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, integrated mobile handsfree, rear view camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi
-
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
Standard
-
Infotainment System
SYNC
8-inch central display
Infotainment Screen
SYNC
8
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
-
Rear Usb
Standard
-
Number of Speakers
8
4
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
-
USB Ports
Standard
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
SYNC
8
Touchscreen
SYNC
8
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Android Auto
Not Available
No
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Standard
Spec
MU-X
RD6
Auto Brake Hold
Standard
-
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard
-
Brake Override Accelerator
Standard
-
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
-
Electric Park Brake
Standard
-
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Standard
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Handbrake Type
Standard
Electronic parking brake
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
-
Leather Steering Wheel Controls
Standard
-
Multi Collision Brake
Standard
-
Parking Brake Type
Standard
-
Spare Tyre
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
T145/80 R18
Spare Wheel Size Type
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
-
Spare Wheel Type
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
T145/80 R18
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Standard
-
Towing Unbraked Kg
750 kg
-
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Indirect
Tyre Size
265/60R18
225/65 R17
Tyre Type
265/60R18
-
Wheel Diameter
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
17
Wheel Rim Size
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
17
Wheel Size Type
Alloy 18 x 7.5J-33
-
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Spec
MU-X
RD6
Body Style
7-seat SUV
Double-cab pickup
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Red
-
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
-
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.0 DDi LSE 4x4 AT
-
Gross Combined Mass Kg
5900 kg
-
Model Year
MY26
2026
Segment
SUV
Electric double-cab pickup
Tare Mass Kg
2080 kg
-
Vehicle Type
SUV
Battery-electric light commercial vehicle
Model Introduced Year
2013
2026
Generation
Current generation MU-X built on Isuzu D-Max platform
First South African RIDDARA RD6 generation
Facelift History
Latest updates improved styling and safety tech
No separately marketed South African facelift announced as at August 2026
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Original current-generation version
Production Status
active
active
Spec
MU-X
RD6
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Type 2 AC; CCS2 DC
Charging Type
Not Applicable
AC and DC
Claimed Mileage
13.2 km/l
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
373 km (NEDC)
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
16.2 kWh/100 km
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
80
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
250 km
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
330 km
Real-world Mileage
13.2 km/l
Not Applicable
City Mileage
10.7 km/l
Not Applicable
Highway Mileage
15.4 km/l
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
MU-X
RD6
CO2 Emissions
200 g/km
0 g/km
CO2 Emissions G Km
200
-
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
-
Idle CO2 Output
200
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
-
Spec
MU-X
RD6
Doors
5 doors
4 doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
0 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2800 kg
3120 kg
Ground Clearance (Default)
235 mm
225 mm
Height
1825 mm
1865 mm
Kerb Weight
2080 kg
2005 kg
Length
4850 mm
5260 mm
Payload Capacity
659 kg
1115 kg
Seating Capacity
7 seats
5 seats
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
2500 kg
Minimum Turning Radius
11.4 m
6.1 m
Wheelbase
2855 mm
3120 mm
Width
1870 mm
1900 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
220 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Boot/Cargo Space
1119 l
1200 l
Number of Rows
3 rows
2 rows
Front Headroom
1005 mm
1033 mm
Rear Headroom
975 mm
1028 mm
Front Legroom
1060 mm
912 mm
Rear Legroom
900 mm
951 mm
Spec
MU-X
RD6
Front Spring Type
Independent High-ride Coil
-
Front Suspension
Independent High-ride Coil
MacPherson independent
Front Suspension Type
Independent High-ride Coil
MacPherson independent
Gross Axle Mass Front Kg
1450 kg
-
Gross Axle Mass Rear Kg
1650 kg
-
High Ride Suspension
Standard
-
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
-
Power Steering
Hydraulic
-
Rear Axle Type
Multi-link Coil
-
Rear Spring Type
Multi-link Coil
-
Rear Suspension
Multi-link Coil
Multi-link independent
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-link Coil
Multi-link independent
Shock Absorber Type
Gas
-
Shock Absorbers
Gas
-
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
-
Suspension
Independent High-ride Coil
-
Track Front Rear Mm
1570 / 1570
-
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Spec
MU-X
RD6
Ownership Role
Flagship
Electric double-cab utility and lifestyle derivative
Price Zar
973800 ZAR
747500 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current South African retail derivative
Starting Price
973800
747500
Starting Price Zar
973800
747500
Spec
MU-X
RD6
Engine Code
4JJ3
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Diesel
Electric
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
3000 cc
Not Applicable
Cylinders
4
Not Applicable
Valves
16
Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
16.3:1
Not Applicable
Maximum Power
110 kW @ 3600 rpm
180 kW
Maximum Torque
350 Nm
309 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
1
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Rear
Drive Type
4WD
RWD
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Power-to-Weight Ratio
52.9 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
168.3 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
63 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
LFP
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
373 km (NEDC)
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
6.6 kW
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
90 kW
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
10 h 0 min (0-100%)
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
32 min (30-80%)
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Yes
Engine
3.0-litre 4JJ3 Turbocharged Diesel
Battery-electric powertrain
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Applicable
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Not Applicable
Fuel System
Common-rail direct injection
Not Applicable
Bore
82.0 mm
Not Applicable
Stroke
94.6 mm
Not Applicable
Top Speed
210 km/h
160 km/h
0-100 km/h
8.2 sec
8.0 sec
Quarter Mile
16.2 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Economy, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
4800 rpm
Not Applicable
In depth: how these cars differ
This MU-X and RD6 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 RD6 69.
Efficiency index: MU-X 52 vs RD6 90.
Safety-equipment index: MU-X 93 vs RD6 43.
Practicality index: MU-X 93 vs RD6 87.
Ownership-cover index: MU-X not separately scored vs RD6 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 5 points
MU-X and RD6 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
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
RD6
Performance
69/100
Efficiency
90/100
Safety
43/100
Practicality
87/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexIsuzu MU-X
leads the specification evidence index with 76 pts
vs 71 pts for RD6
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, MU-X leads. However, RD6 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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