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Isuzu D-Max vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (35,900 £ vs 29,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Isuzu D-Max or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?

Isuzu D-Max vs Mazda MX-5 Roadster: Key differences

Isuzu D-Max

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly 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.

Mazda MX-5 Roadster is noticeably cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Isuzu D-Max costs 35,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,943 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda MX-5 Roadster uses 6.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Isuzu D-Max with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.4 L/100km.

MX-5 Roadster

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Isuzu D-Max offers a bit more power – delivering 163 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 31 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Isuzu D-Max delivers significantly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 248 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.

Seats: Isuzu D-Max offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is clearly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 822 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Isuzu D-Max carries substantially more – 1,115 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 963 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Isuzu D-Max holds a decisive overall lead 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 £35,900
D-Max

Isuzu D-Max

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.6 - 9.1 L/100km
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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

How do you mainly use this car? (optional): Family car
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Mazda MX-5 Roadster

The Mazda MX-5 is a featherweight, open-top sports car that turns ordinary roads into a grin-inducing playground thanks to razor-sharp steering and an engaging, tactile gearbox. It won’t swallow the weekly shopping or ski bags, but for anyone after pure driving fun and sun-on-your-face weekends, few cars match its sheer charm and value.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,900 - 52,500 £
Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.2 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
140 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,130 kg
Curb weight
1,078 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
130 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,810 - 1,870 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Height
-
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
152 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
132 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
400 Nm
Torque
152 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
97 kW
Engine capacity
2,164 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
Brand
Isuzu
Brand
Mazda
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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