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Isuzu D-Max vs smart #3 comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (35,900 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Isuzu D-Max or smart #3?

Isuzu D-Max vs smart #3: Key differences

Isuzu D-Max

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
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smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • only slightly 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.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

D-Max

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Isuzu D-Max is somewhat cheaper – starting at 35,900 £ , while the smart #3 costs 42,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,086 £.

#3

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 smart #3 offers significantly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 109 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Isuzu D-Max delivers marginally more torque with 400 Nm compared to 384 Nm. That’s about 16 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, smart #3 is only slightly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 90 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Isuzu D-Max carries significantly more – 1,115 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 665 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 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.

£41,991
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smart #3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 455 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

4.7 (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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smart #3

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Reviews smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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Ronny
16 Oct 2025, 13:10:59

Handsome design, packed with advanced driver‑assist technology and stellar performance — all at an attractive price. Highly recommended, this car!

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,900 - 52,500 £
Price
42,000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
455 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
225 - 237 g/km
co2
0 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
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,130 kg
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
370 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,810 - 1,870 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
970 - 1,115 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
400 Nm
Torque
384 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
200 kW
Engine capacity
2,164 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Isuzu
Brand
smart
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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