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Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year MY26 Generation Seventh-generation D-Max; MY26 facelift; AT35 conversion Current version June 2026 Body style Double-cab pickup
The single MY26 AT35 A/T pairs a 140 kW 3.0 DDi V-Cross base with factory 35-inch tyres, Bilstein suspension and a dedicated lift.
ZAR 1,211,910
On-road in
ZAR 1,237,452
Ex-showroom ZAR 1,211,910
Estimated finance from ZAR 21,333/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:2999cc (3.0L) Torque:450Nm (332 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:266mm (10.5″) Power:140kW (188 bhp)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 11.8 km/l (28 mpg)
City 9.6 km/l (23 mpg)
Highway 13.8 km/l (32 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 21,333
Total Interest
ZAR 309,970
Total Payable
ZAR 1,279,970
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

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Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35

The single MY26 AT35 A/T pairs a 140 kW 3.0 DDi V-Cross base with factory 35-inch tyres, Bilstein suspension and a dedicated lift.

Arctic Trucks AT35 A/T is the only current South African AT35 derivative, so the buying decision is not a trim walk. It is a decision between this complete factory conversion and a conventional D-Max V-Cross. Isuzu's newer MY26 Double Cab range data identifies the Arctic as model code M260RY7 and lists R1,211,910. Two older Isuzu routes still show an M230 entry at R1,182,100. The MY26 record is used here because its payload was updated on 17 July 2026, but the quotation and service-plan schedule should be confirmed in writing before finance or insurance is finalised. Mechanically, this derivative uses the 2,999 cc 4JJ3 turbodiesel at 140 kW and 450 Nm. Its six-speed automatic has published ratios from 3.600 in first to 0.580 in sixth. Four-wheel drive includes high and low range, shift-on- the-fly operation up to 100 km/h, a 2.482 low-range ratio and a rear differential lock. For MY26, Rough Terrain Mode works with traction control in 2H, 4H and 4L and can operate when the differential lock is engaged. That combination is important because it is functional hardware, not a styling description. The Arctic conversion adds exact 17x10-inch black AT wheels and 35x12.5 R17 BFGoodrich all-terrain tyres, Bilstein off-road dampers, a lift kit, extended arches, dedicated side steps, Arctic mud flaps and a ResQ repair kit. The current MY26 press image shows the new D-Max headlight, grille, bumper and bonnet with those AT35 components. Any gallery image with normal V-Cross wheels, smaller tyres or the earlier front fascia is the wrong vehicle. Published conversion geometry is 5,333 mm long, 2,040 mm wide and 1,875 mm high on a 3,125 mm wheelbase. Track width is 1,695 mm front and rear, ground clearance is 266 mm and the turning circle is 12.5 m. Isuzu lists 33 degrees approach, 23 degrees departure, 34 degrees breakover and 865 mm wading depth. These are useful trail-planning numbers, but water crossings and technical obstacles still require a current assessment rather than blind reliance on brochure maxima. Practical capacity deserves equal attention. Tare is listed at 2,160 kg, GVM at 2,880 kg and payload at 660 kg. The load box measures 1,495 by 1,530 by 490 mm. Braked towing is listed at 3,500 kg, unbraked towing at 750 kg and GCM at 5,780 kg. Passengers, accessories, towball download, recovery gear and luggage all consume payload. A buyer planning a canopy, rooftop tent and a heavy trailer should complete an actual mass budget before ordering. MY26 AT35 specification follows V-Cross at the top of the D-Max range. The cabin has right-hand drive, partial-leather seating, heated front seats, an eight-way powered driver's seat with powered lumbar support, dual-zone climate control, rear ventilation, an auto-dimming mirror, shift paddles and a seven-inch MID. The nine-inch touchscreen includes Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi and hands-free phone support through eight speakers. The Arctic package adds wireless charging and AT35 identification on the headrests, gearshift area and mats. Driver assistance includes intelligent adaptive cruise, Traffic Sign Recognition, Traffic Jam Assist, lane keeping and departure prevention, emergency lane keeping, forward-collision warning, autonomous emergency braking, turn assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic braking and multi-collision braking. Isuzu lists front and rear parking sensors plus front and rear cameras, but does not describe a 360-degree view. Core systems include ABS, EBD, brake assist, stability and traction control, hill-start and hill-descent assistance, trailer-sway control, tyre-pressure monitoring, ISOFIX with top tether and the V-Cross airbag set. The derivative makes its best case for overland travel, remote work, demanding farms or regular sand and rough-track use. On a freeway, its premium cabin and assistance systems reduce the penalty of choosing a highly specialised bakkie. In a city, the wide track, large tyres and turning circle are always present. The correct test route should include narrow access, parking, open-road speed and the broken surfaces the owner actually drives. Ownership cover is another item to put on the signed schedule. Warranty and roadside assistance are stated at five years/120,000 km, corrosion cover at five years/unlimited distance and service intervals at 12 months/15,000 km. The AT35 booklet and June release say five years/90,000 km for the service plan, while the May MY26 V-Cross table says six years/90,000 km. Hagalu does not merge those into a fictional number. Confirm which cover attaches to the VIN being sold. At its current recorded price, the AT35 A/T should be bought for the ability its conversion creates. Its strengths are locally integrated engineering, precise tyre and suspension hardware, useful extreme-terrain geometry and a genuinely premium MY26 cabin. Its compromises are width, payload, specialist consumables and the need to resolve conflicting Isuzu web data. If those trade-offs fit the owner's routes and mass plan, it is a coherent flagship. If the hardware will rarely be used, a standard V-Cross is the more rational comparison.

Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 — Quick Facts

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Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 Specifications

Length
5333 mm
Width
2040 mm
Height
1875 mm
Wheelbase
3125 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
266 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2880 kg
Payload Capacity
660 kg
Towing Capacity
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Doors
4 doors
Driving fit

Where the Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

A buyer with a repeatable need for 35-inch factory off-road hardware who can accommodate the width, 660 kg payload and specialist running costs.

City
Premium controls, cameras and sensors help, but 2,040 mm width, a 12.5 m turning circle and 35-inch tyres make access checks non-negotiable.
Highway
The 450 Nm diesel, automatic, heated seats and intelligent adaptive cruise support long travel; load, wind and tyre setup will shape real consumption.
Off-Road
Low range, rear diff lock, Rough Terrain Mode, Bilstein dampers, 266 mm clearance and 35-inch BFGoodrich tyres form the derivative's core case.

Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 Arctic Trucks AT35 A/T — Should You Buy It?

A specialised, factory-supported flagship that must be bought for use, not stance.

The AT35 A/T combines exact conversion hardware with the current V-Cross cabin and ADAS. Its capability is credible, but width, payload, consumables and source conflicts require more buyer diligence than an ordinary bakkie.

What's Good
  • ✓Current MY26 V-Cross base and premium equipment
  • ✓Exact 17x10 Arctic Trucks wheels
  • ✓35-inch BFGoodrich all-terrain tyres
  • ✓Bilstein off-road suspension and lift kit
  • ✓266 mm clearance and 865 mm published wading depth
  • ✓Low range, rear diff lock and Rough Terrain Mode
  • ✓140 kW/450 Nm 3.0 DDi and six-speed automatic
  • ✓Intelligent adaptive cruise and broad ADAS coverage
  • ✓Locally assembled by an Arctic Trucks-accredited Isuzu plant
Watch Out For
  • ✕660 kg payload needs disciplined load planning
  • ✕2,040 mm width complicates narrow access
  • ✕Specialist 35-inch tyre replacement cost and availability
  • ✕Current official Isuzu price payloads conflict
  • ✕Service-plan term needs written dealer confirmation
  • ✕Linked consumption value predates the MY26 facelift
  • ✕No OEM claim of a 360-degree camera
  • ✕Older official AT35 renders show the previous front fascia
  • ✕Expensive hardware is unnecessary for mainly urban driving

Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 Arctic Trucks AT35 A/T is R1,211,910. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

The current South African range comprises Arctic Trucks AT35 A/T. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 Arctic Trucks AT35 A/T is 266 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 Arctic Trucks AT35 A/T is 2999 cc, with output shown as 140 kW (188 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 Arctic Trucks AT35 A/T is around 11.8 km/l.

A buyer with a repeatable need for 35-inch factory off-road hardware who can accommodate the width, 660 kg payload and specialist running costs.

Premium controls, cameras and sensors help, but 2,040 mm width, a 12.5 m turning circle and 35-inch tyres make access checks non-negotiable.

The 450 Nm diesel, automatic, heated seats and intelligent adaptive cruise support long travel; load, wind and tyre setup will shape real consumption.

Buyers researching the Isuzu D-Max Arctic Trucks AT35 often compare it with rivals such as Ford Ranger Platinum , Ford Ranger Raptor , Ford Ranger Tremor , BYD SHARK 6 DMO . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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