Suzuki Baleno vs Isuzu D-Max V-Cross

A proper head-to-head in Tanzania — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.

Suzuki Baleno in Tanzania

Suzuki Baleno

Baleno GLX 1.5 4AT Petrol 4-Speed Automatic Current
TZS 55,300,000 ex-showroom
⚡ 77 kW 🔧 138 Nm
VS
Isuzu D-Max V-Cross in Tanzania

Isuzu D-Max V-Cross

D-Max V-Cross 3.0 TD Double Cab 4x4 6AT Diesel 6-Speed Automatic Current
TZS 155,200,000 ex-showroom
⚡ 140 kW 🔧 450 Nm
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Decision summary

Suzuki Baleno vs Isuzu D-Max V-Cross: 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.

Baleno starts TZS 99,900,000 cheaper Baleno from TZS 55,300,000 · D-Max V-Cross from TZS 155,200,000

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification Baleno D-Max V-Cross
Maximum Power Baleno77 kW D-Max V-Cross140 kW
Maximum Torque Baleno138 Nm D-Max V-Cross450 Nm
Engine Size Baleno1462 cc D-Max V-CrossNot Officially Disclosed
Combined Fuel Economy BalenoNot Officially Disclosed D-Max V-CrossNot Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance Baleno150 mm D-Max V-CrossNot Officially Disclosed

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

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Baleno D-Max V-Cross
Model Introduced Year 2022 2021
Generation Second-generation Baleno Third-generation D-Max (RG) V-Cross
Facelift History Current second-generation version Current V-Cross derivative
Facelift Launched Since 2022 2021
Facelift Version Ending Current Current
Body Style hatchback pickup
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status active active
Segment Subcompact hatchback Premium lifestyle pickup
Vehicle Type Hatchback Pickup
Spec Baleno D-Max V-Cross
Length 3990 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Width 1745 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Height 1500 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Wheelbase 2520 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance (Default) 150 mm Not Officially Disclosed
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 l Not Officially Disclosed
Boot/Cargo Space Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Kerb Weight 985 kg Not Officially Disclosed
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 1430 kg Not Officially Disclosed
Payload Capacity Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Towing Capacity Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Seating Capacity 5 seats Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Rows Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Doors 5 doors Not Officially Disclosed
Minimum Turning Radius 4.9 m Not Officially Disclosed
Front Headroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Headroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Front Legroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed
Rear Legroom Not Officially Disclosed Not Officially Disclosed

In depth: how these cars differ

This Baleno and D-Max V-Cross comparison brings together local model information and available derivatives for Tanzania. 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

Hagalu does not turn missing specifications into neutral scores or guessed values.

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.

Baleno vs D-Max V-Cross questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in Tanzania 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.