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Audi Q8 vs Isuzu D-Max comparison

Compare performance (640 HP vs 163 HP), boot space and price (77,300 £ vs 35,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi Q8 or Isuzu D-Max?

Audi Q8 vs Isuzu D-Max: Key differences

Audi Q8

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
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Isuzu D-Max

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q8

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Isuzu D-Max is substantially cheaper – starting at 35,900 £ , while the Audi Q8 costs 77,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,409 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi Q8 uses 3.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Isuzu D-Max with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.7 L/100km.

D-Max

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi Q8 offers considerably more power – delivering 640 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 477 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 delivers substantially more torque with 850 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 450 Nm more.

Q8

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Isuzu D-Max is a bit lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,175 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Isuzu D-Max carries significantly more – 1,115 kg compared to 665 kg. That’s a difference of about 450 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi Q8 is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £77,300
Q8

Audi Q8

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 231 - 640 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 80 km
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Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 wraps coupe-like flair around a burly SUV stance, serving up a cabin dressed in premium materials and smart tech that puts comfort and swagger front and center. It’s composed and comfortable on long runs yet happy to play when asked, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want head-turning looks without surrendering everyday practicality.

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Isuzu D-Max

The Isuzu D-Max wears its workhorse credentials with quiet confidence, delivering rugged practicality and a cabin that keeps things simple and sensible. If you want a dependable truck that gets on with the job without fuss—and even manages a bit of comfort on the road—the D-Max is a smart, no-nonsense pick.

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Reviews Isuzu D-Max

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Luis Estrada
28 May 2026, 03:20:26

Excellent truck, the Isuzu D-Max 3.0... less blah, blah, blah and more economy, better engine and robustness, and more comfort when driving

The whole "Toyotized" marketing thing is another story; it's a good vehicle, but it's given more fame than it deserves — very bouncy, unstable, I almost rolled one of them

I've had a Hilux 3.0, then a Mazda BT-50 2.2, but now an Isuzu D-Max 3.0... marketing won't fool me — body quality has dropped, electrical systems have many problems, and Toyotas have become more disposable in my view and according to five workshops I consulted... nothing like the Toyotas from 2015

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Luis Estrada
26 Dec 2025, 04:05:50

Robustness, reliability, durability, cornering stability

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Isuzu D-Max

Costs and Consumption
Price
77,300 - 137,100 £
Price
35,900 - 52,500 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 13.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
80 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
88 - 297 g/km
co2
225 - 237 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,175 - 2,490 kg
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,130 kg
Trunk capacity
439 - 605 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,995 - 2,007 mm
Width
1,810 - 1,870 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
620 - 665 kg
Payload
970 - 1,115 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 640 HP
Power HP
163 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
170 - 471 kW
Power kW
120 kW
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
2,164 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Isuzu
What drivetrain options does the Audi Q8 have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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