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Isuzu D-Max vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (35,900 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Isuzu D-Max or Subaru BRZ?

Isuzu D-Max vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Isuzu D-Max

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • barely more efficient
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Subaru BRZ

  • visibly more power
  • 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 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 only slightly cheaper – starting at 35,900 £ , while the Subaru BRZ costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 86 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Isuzu D-Max uses 8.6 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Subaru BRZ with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

BRZ

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 Subaru BRZ offers visibly more power – delivering 235 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 72 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Isuzu D-Max delivers clearly more torque with 400 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 150 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: Isuzu D-Max offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is significantly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 625 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Isuzu D-Max carries substantially more – 1,115 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 711 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru BRZ has only a minor advantage 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.

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BRZ

Subaru BRZ

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 235 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.8 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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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
35,900 - 52,500 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 9.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
225 - 237 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
2
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,130 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
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Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,810 - 1,870 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
-
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
970 - 1,115 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
400 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
2,164 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Isuzu
Brand
Subaru
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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