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Isuzu D-Max vs BYD Atto 2 comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 212 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 27,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Isuzu D-Max or BYD Atto 2?

Isuzu D-Max vs BYD Atto 2: Key differences

Isuzu D-Max

4.3 (1 Reviews)
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BYD Atto 2

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly 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

D-Max

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BYD Atto 2 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 27,400 £ , while the Isuzu D-Max costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,857 £.

Atto 2

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 BYD Atto 2 offers clearly more power – delivering 212 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 49 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Atto 2 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Isuzu D-Max takes 12.6 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Isuzu D-Max delivers a bit more torque with 360 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

D-Max

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BYD Atto 2 is markedly lighter – 1,510 kg compared to 1,905 kg. The difference is around 395 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Isuzu D-Max carries considerably more – 1,095 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 605 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Atto 2 is decisively ahead 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 £27,400
Atto 2

BYD Atto 2

  • Engine Type : Electric, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 166 - 212 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.8 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 40 - 430 km
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Reviews Isuzu D-Max

4.3 (1 Reviews)
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Luis Estrada
26 Dec 2025, 04:05:50

Robustness, reliability, durability, cornering stability

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Reviews BYD Atto 2

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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Carlos Aguilar
5 Feb 2026, 13:15:18

I've done 6,000 km and I'm delighted. I haven't tried other EVs, but I'm thrilled with the BYD Atto 2. It's true I don't go on long trips — I do everything in the city and nearby, about 100 to 150 km a day — and honestly it's been great in every way. When I hit 300,000 km I'll tell you again. Haha

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Isuzu D-Max
BYD Atto 2

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,300 - 50,100 £
Price
27,400 - 36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 16 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
40 - 430 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
228 - 235 g/km
co2
0 - 41 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,905 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,510 - 1,720 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
400 - 450 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,810 - 1,870 mm
Width
1,830 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
990 - 1,095 kg
Payload
260 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
166 - 212 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
360 Nm
Torque
290 - 310 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
122 - 156 kW
Engine capacity
1,898 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, B
Brand
Isuzu
Brand
BYD
What drivetrain options does the Isuzu D-Max have?

The Isuzu D-Max is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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