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Isuzu D-Max vs KGM Musso comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 202 HP), boot space and price (35,900 £ vs 33,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Isuzu D-Max or KGM Musso?

Isuzu D-Max vs KGM Musso: Key differences

Isuzu D-Max

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally lighter
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KGM Musso

  • barely cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • barely more efficient
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

KGM Musso is barely cheaper – starting at 33,400 £ , while the Isuzu D-Max costs 35,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,485 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the KGM Musso uses 8.5 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Isuzu D-Max with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

Musso

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 KGM Musso offers moderately more power – delivering 202 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the KGM Musso delivers only slightly more torque with 441 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 41 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, Isuzu D-Max is marginally lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 170 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Isuzu D-Max carries only slightly more – 1,115 kg compared to 1,085 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The KGM Musso stands out in the key areas 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 £33,400
Musso

KGM Musso

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 202 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.5 - 9.4 L/100km
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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

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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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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KGM Musso

The Musso is a rugged, no-nonsense pickup that balances practical utility with a comfortable cabin, making it equally at home on a jobsite or a weekend drive. It’s a sensible choice for drivers who want straightforward capability, durability and a reassuringly solid feel without unnecessary complexity.

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KGM Musso

Costs and Consumption
Price
35,900 - 52,500 £
Price
33,400 - 44,100 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.5 - 9.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
225 - 237 g/km
co2
223 - 246 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Pickup
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,130 kg
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,185 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
-
Length
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Length
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Width
1,810 - 1,870 mm
Width
1,950 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
970 - 1,115 kg
Payload
860 - 1,085 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
202 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
400 Nm
Torque
400 - 441 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
149 kW
Engine capacity
2,164 cm3
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Isuzu
Brand
KGM
What drivetrain options does the Isuzu D-Max have?

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

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