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Isuzu D-Max vs Frontier

Side-by-side comparison — price, specs, pros & cons, and which one to buy in Pakistan.

Isuzu D-Max

Isuzu

Isuzu D-Max

Rs. 1.08 Cr

starting price

VS
Frontier

KIA

Frontier

Rs. 40 Lakh

starting price

Specifications Comparison

SpecificationIsuzu D-MaxFrontier
Starting PriceRs. 1.08 CrRs. 40 Lakh
Engine3.0L DDi Diesel2.7L Gasoline
Displacement2999 cc2607 cc
Horsepower163 hp80 hp
Torque380 Nm
Transmission6-speed Automatic5MT
Drive Type4WD
Fuel Avg — City9 km/l
Fuel Avg — Highway12 km/l
Ground Clearance235 mm
Seating53
Airbags40
ABS✓ Yes✗ No
Body Typepickuppickup

Ratings Comparison

Isuzu D-Max

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❄️ AC Performance⭐⭐⭐

Frontier

Pros & Cons

Isuzu D-Max

Isuzu diesel engine world-renowned for longevity — 500,000+ km possible
Best diesel fuel efficiency in pickup segment
Assembled in Pakistan — better parts availability than CBU
380Nm torque handles Pakistan's heaviest loads
Hilux has better resale than D-Max in Pakistan
Less comfortable for passenger use vs Hilux
Limited Isuzu showrooms in smaller cities

Frontier

All Variants & Prices

Isuzu D-Max

VariantPrice
LS MTRs. 1.08 Cr
LS AutoRs. 1.20 Cr
V-CrossBestRs. 1.34 Cr

Frontier

VariantPrice
2.6 StandardRs. 40 Lakh
2.6 DeluxeBestRs. 60 Lakh

Verdict — Isuzu D-Max

The diesel efficiency king for commercial use. If you run high mileage for business, Isuzu's legendary diesel longevity makes the D-Max a cost-effective choice over Hilux.

🎯 Which one should you buy?

Isuzu D-Max starts at Rs. 1.08 Cr. Frontier starts at Rs. 40 Lakh. Frontier is Rs. 68.0 Lakh cheaper to start. Use our tax calculator to see the full on-road cost difference.

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