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Isuzu D-Max vs Kia XCeed comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (35,900 £ vs 23,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Isuzu D-Max or Kia XCeed?

Isuzu D-Max vs Kia XCeed: Key differences

Isuzu D-Max

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • barely more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • significantly 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:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia XCeed is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Isuzu D-Max costs 35,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,771 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia XCeed uses 6.3 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the Isuzu D-Max with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.3 L/100km.

XCeed

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 Kia XCeed offers barely more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 17 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Isuzu D-Max delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 135 Nm more.

D-Max

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia XCeed is significantly lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 549 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Isuzu D-Max carries clearly more – 1,115 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 630 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia XCeed 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 £23,100
XCeed

Kia XCeed

  • Engine Type Petrol, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.3 - 6.8 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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Kia XCeed

Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.

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4.5 (3 Reviews)
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Gouala
14 Dec 2025, 00:57:57

Navigation system update for islands like my home, Guadeloupe.

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Gerard
13 Dec 2025, 09:16:07

Quieter at higher speeds on the motorway. Better value for money.

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Isuzu D-Max
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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,900 - 52,500 £
Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
225 - 237 g/km
co2
143 - 155 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,900 - 2,130 kg
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
380 - 426 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,810 - 1,870 mm
Width
1,826 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
970 - 1,115 kg
Payload
471 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
400 Nm
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
2,164 cm3
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Isuzu
Brand
Kia
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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