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Isuzu D-Max vs Renault Master Bus comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (35,900 £ vs 36,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Isuzu D-Max or Renault Master Bus?

Isuzu D-Max vs Renault Master Bus: Key differences

Isuzu D-Max

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • a bit lighter
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Renault Master Bus

  • barely more power
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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.

Isuzu D-Max is marginally cheaper – starting at 35,900 £ , while the Renault Master Bus costs 36,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 682 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Isuzu D-Max uses 8.6 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Renault Master Bus with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

Master Bus

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 Renault Master Bus offers barely more power – delivering 180 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 17 HP more horsepower.

Both models offer the same torque – 400 Nm.

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: Renault Master Bus offers more seats – 9 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Isuzu D-Max is a bit lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 2,189 kg. The difference is around 289 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Master Bus carries moderately more – 1,254 kg compared to 1,115 kg. That’s a difference of about 139 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Master Bus is clearly superior overall 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 £36,600
Master Bus

Renault Master Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 135 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.7 - 10.7 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

How do you mainly use this car? (optional): Family car
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Renault Master Bus

The Renault Master Bus is a no-nonsense people carrier that trades flash for practicality, offering generous space for passengers and luggage with a sensible, robust feel. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want comfort and reliability over glamour — think dependable transport with a dash of French charm and a wry smile.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,900 - 52,500 £
Price
36,600 - 43,200 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 10.7 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
227 - 280 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
105 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Bus
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
6 - 9
Doors
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Doors
4
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,130 kg
Curb weight
2,189 - 2,361 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
5,075 - 5,575 mm
Width
1,810 - 1,870 mm
Width
2,070 mm
Height
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Height
2,290 - 2,486 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
2,840 - 4,840 L
Payload
970 - 1,115 kg
Payload
939 - 1,254 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, Automated Manual
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
135 - 180 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
150 - 165 km/h
Torque
400 Nm
Torque
360 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
99 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
2,164 cm3
Engine capacity
2,299 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Isuzu
Brand
Renault
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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