Which is cheaper, the Ford Ranger or the Isuzu D-Max?

The Ford Ranger is typically cheaper to buy used in South Africa. See the full price comparison table above for exact estimates.

Which holds its value better, the Ford Ranger or the Isuzu D-Max?

The Ford Ranger depreciates more slowly over 5 years based on our estimates.

Ford Ranger vs Isuzu D-Max: Which Should You Buy?

A side-by-side comparison of price, depreciation, specifications and known issues to help you decide between the Ford Ranger and the Isuzu D-Max in the South African market.

Ford Ranger

7.8

Solid Buy

Isuzu D-Max

7.2

Solid buy—genuine working bakkie, honest pricing

Ford Ranger is the more affordable option to buy used.

Ford Ranger holds its value better over 5 years.

	Ford Ranger	Isuzu D-Max
Est. Retail Price	R445k	R490k
Est. Trade Price	R395k	R420k
Annual Sales (SA)	~3,200	~8,500
5yr Depreciation	32%	52%
RideReport Score	7.8	7.2
Engine	2.0L EcoBlue Turbocharged Petrol	1.9L Turbo Diesel 4-cyl
Power	213 kW (286 hp) @ 5,500 rpm	150 kW (204 PS)
Transmission	10-Speed Automatic	6-speed Automatic
Fuel consumption	7.8–8.5 L/100 km (combined)	8.2–9.1 L/100 km (mixed)
Known issues	3	3

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