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Isuzu D-Max vs Vauxhall Frontera comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 20,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Isuzu D-Max or Vauxhall Frontera?

Isuzu D-Max vs Vauxhall Frontera: Key differences

Isuzu D-Max

4.3 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit more power
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Vauxhall Frontera

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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:

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

Vauxhall Frontera is clearly cheaper – starting at 20,700 £ , while the Isuzu D-Max costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,543 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Frontera uses 5.2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Isuzu D-Max with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

Frontera

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Isuzu D-Max offers a bit more power – delivering 163 HP compared to 145 HP. That’s roughly 18 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Frontera is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 9.1 s, while the Isuzu D-Max takes 12.6 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Isuzu D-Max delivers visibly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

D-Max

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Vauxhall Frontera offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is visibly lighter – 1,394 kg compared to 1,905 kg. The difference is around 511 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Isuzu D-Max carries substantially more – 1,095 kg compared to 570 kg. That’s a difference of about 525 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Frontera 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 £20,700
Frontera

Vauxhall Frontera

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 145 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.8 - 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 308 - 408 km
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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

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

Robustness, reliability, durability, cornering stability

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Vauxhall Frontera

The Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.

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Gilbert
14 Apr 2026, 08:19:17

I bought the Opel Frontera GS 145PS after also testing the VW T‑Roc; so far I've driven about 5,800 km in it.

My purchase decision was based on the following criteria:
- modern design that stands out from the crowd
- low fuel consumption
- very good seats and plenty of space front and rear
- large, practical boot
- good performance characteristics
- very easy to get into
- simple controls, partly with physical buttons
- clear, well‑laid‑out cockpit

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H. P.
19 Dec 2025, 13:27:19

Opel has clearly skimped here. Misaligned panel gaps, no position/parking light, patchy workmanship and ill‑fitting parts — for example the partition between the passenger footwell and the engine bay — the owner's manual is inadequate and at times reads like a fairy tale; many of the functions it describes are nowhere to be found. They simply don't exist. And the claimed fuel consumption? Even with normal driving — that is, without acceleration orgies — it's unattainable.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,300 - 50,100 £
Price
20,700 - 30,000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
308 - 408 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
228 - 235 g/km
co2
0 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,905 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,394 - 1,610 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,810 - 1,870 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
990 - 1,095 kg
Payload
436 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 - 14.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
360 Nm
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Engine capacity
1,898 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Isuzu
Brand
Vauxhall
What drivetrain options does the Isuzu D-Max have?

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

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