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Isuzu D-Max vs Suzuki Jimny comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (34,300 £ vs 25,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Isuzu D-Max or Suzuki Jimny?

Isuzu D-Max vs Suzuki Jimny: Key differences

Isuzu D-Max

4.3 (1 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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Suzuki Jimny

  • noticeably cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • substantially 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.

Suzuki Jimny is noticeably cheaper – starting at 25,300 £ , while the Isuzu D-Max costs 34,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Jimny uses 7.7 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the Isuzu D-Max with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

Jimny

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 Isuzu D-Max offers noticeably more power – delivering 163 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Isuzu D-Max is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 12.6 s, while the Suzuki Jimny takes 12.8 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Isuzu D-Max delivers significantly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 130 Nm. That’s about 230 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, Suzuki Jimny is substantially lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,905 kg. The difference is around 740 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Isuzu D-Max carries significantly more – 1,095 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 825 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 £34,300
D-Max

Isuzu D-Max

  • Engine Type : Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.7 - 9 L/100km
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Reviews Isuzu D-Max

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Luis Estrada
26 Dec 2025, 04:05:50

Robustness, reliability, durability, cornering stability

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Isuzu D-Max
Suzuki Jimny

Costs and Consumption
Price
34,300 - 50,100 £
Price
25,300 - 27,700 £
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
7.7 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
228 - 235 g/km
co2
173 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
40 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Pickup
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,905 - 2,110 kg
Curb weight
1,165 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
3,645 mm
Width
1,810 - 1,870 mm
Width
1,645 mm
Height
-
Height
1,705 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
863 L
Payload
990 - 1,095 kg
Payload
270 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
102 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
145 km/h
Torque
360 Nm
Torque
130 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
75 kW
Engine capacity
1,898 cm3
Engine capacity
1,462 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Isuzu
Brand
Suzuki
What drivetrain options does the Isuzu D-Max have?

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

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