Which is cheaper, the Toyota Hilux or the Isuzu D-Max?

The Isuzu D-Max 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 Toyota Hilux or the Isuzu D-Max?

The Toyota Hilux depreciates more slowly over 5 years based on our estimates.

Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux and the Isuzu D-Max in the South African market.

Toyota Hilux

8.4

Strong Buy

Isuzu D-Max

7.2

Solid buy—genuine working bakkie, honest pricing

Isuzu D-Max is the more affordable option to buy used.

Toyota Hilux holds its value better over 5 years.

	Toyota Hilux	Isuzu D-Max
Est. Retail Price	R520k–R600k	R490k
Est. Trade Price	R480k–R550k	R420k
Annual Sales (SA)	~22,000	~8,500
5yr Depreciation	32%	52%
RideReport Score	8.4	7.2
Engine	2.4L Turbodiesel (2GD-FTV)	1.9L Turbo Diesel 4-cyl
Power	150 kW @ 3,400 rpm	150 kW (204 PS)
Transmission	6-speed Automatic	6-speed Automatic
Fuel consumption	7.0–8.2 L/100 km mixed	8.2–9.1 L/100 km (mixed)
Known issues	3	3

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