Ute Comparison: 2021 Isuzu D-Max v Toyota HiLux v Ford Ranger | Which Deserves Your Money
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We put the all-new D-Max up against the industry big hitters, the Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger to see which is the best pick.
00:00 Introduction
01:30 D-max Price
02:58 Hilux Price
04:25 Ranger Price
05:48 Interiors
08:17 2nd row
09:55 Tray Comparison
13:01 Performance Times
13:59 D-Max On-Road
14:49 Ranger On-Road
16:37 HiLux On-Road
17:32 Fuel
17:56 Conclusion
#utecomparison #dmax #hilux
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See how these Utes go in our 2021 4x4 Dual Cab Ute Off-Road Mega Test: th-cam.com/video/wxy4jBnKMX4/w-d-xo.html
As a hard-core Ranger fan, this will be the first time that i WON'T choose it. My money will also go to the Isuzu.
I would never sink my money on the 1st of a new generation. I'd be waiting for them to iron out all them "technology" glitches that u just know they'll have! Ranger still king....
They'll be a new ranger next year too so that might be a good thing to look out for
you go Adriaan
Soon as you make your move to a dmax then realise most of the features were already on px1 back in 2012 haha that will be the peak.
@@sandman4life9119 I do, I also recall how many times that truck failed us.
D-Max hands down. Isuzu has nailed it in every aspect on how a pickup truck should be. May not be as plush as the Ranger or too hardcore as the Hilux but in this segment, pure reliability and durability is king alongside with the right balance of everything. Can't wait to see a head to head toss up with the Triton soon.
I will buy the Hilux, just because it has the volumn knobs.
Just kidding. The Isuzu is my favourite here.
Haha
Same. Isuzu over any Toyota every time
Isuzu has more rear leg room with rear power. But "Where the Isuzu gets one takeaway bag hook, Toyota gets 2 that's pretty clever" That settles it then! 😆
hilux certainly has more knobs that drive them.
😂😂💚😂😂😂
Dmax all the way, engine, styling reliability!
Be honest. We're all here because of the all new Isuzu Dmax.
Same haha
Yeah man
yep
Sold out till feb near me, killing me
#metoo
Australians definitely love utes!!! And I'm here for it all!!! I've watched no less than a dozen ute videos... just today!!! From the new D-Max, to the refreshed Hilux and the Ranger and then comparisons between them all, I want Isuzu to come back Stateside with the D-Max and really give the midsize truck strongholds a run for their money. That rear diff lock is a game changer. Thanks for the comparison guys!!!
BT-50 Mario?
@@tpv59 how about Triton mate？
I’m leaning towards a D-Max SX. Gets all the good mechanicals, engine, safety, towing etc - and i don’t need leather, 9” screen, dual climate, 17” rims etc. For the $10,000 (est) saving I’ll get tyres, canopy, 2” lift, tune, snorkel, bull bar, diff breathers, canvas seat covers etc (i know this all costs more than $10k). I’ll be getting a tow bar as well.
Will use for work & 4x4 outings.
Just seems like a sensible deployment of my $$.
The 3lt engine is very tuneable & pretty bullet proof.
everist22 I’m in the same boat and looking at same set up. Just wish the price hike wasn’t so much for the new model but understand why given the major jump from the last one.
Likewise. I have ordered 2 of the Dmax SX single cabs in the 4x2 variant for work and weekend suburban use. Very impressed by the level of features fitted to the base model ute (shares many features that are fitted to the flagship model). SX model comes with 17" wheels (steel) as standard.
Brad Yes - my mistake SX has 17’s. I agree i think the base models have all the important stuff - including safety features. Enjoy them - you’ll get the upfront tax depreciation as well i think?
Hi everist22 - I've been thinking the same, but given the promotion around all new suspension, I'm wondering what the the impact/effect might have on the new suspension by giving it a lift. Same with the tune. What's your thinking around this? I'm leaning toward the LS-U, but I must admit features that come standard on the ranger (push button start, towbar, tub liner, tailgate assist, 12 volt to tub) are missing and that's what is holding me back at the moment.
Jeff Fisher Hi Jeff - I’d be lying if i commented on suspension but I’m sure organizations like Old Man Emu (ARB) will have all that developed and sorted. My thoughts on the engine are that the Dmax 3lt is ‘under tuned’ - by this i mean that it is capable of easily producing more power. Personally I’m not a fan of 2lt twin turbo diesels that the Ranger has - i just think they work that much harder.
Regarding spec levels - it’s really a personal decision. I want a good platform with a solid engine, all the safety, reasonable amenities (Apple car play etc), all the 4x4 capability (rear lockers etc). I don’t need carpet, electric seat, 9” screen, 18” rims, auto start, parking sensors (SX has rear camera) etc. I’m budgeting to spend that money on stuff i ‘need’ - tyres, canopy, snorkel, bar work etc. Most of the time i will use the vehicle solo for work and weekend 4x4 (with my wife). Our family vehicle is a RR Sport so I’m not considering interior ‘comfort’ - I’m more considering value for money, fit for purpose, and capability.
Hilux for sure, as he said best for long route and that’s what ute’s are for.
Strong, durable, reliable and of course TOYOTA
I've bought the new dmax and can't wait till it arrives, 5 months tho still worth. Took it for a test drive and the steering is amazing, don't know what old mate is talking about!
Visited both Toyota and Isuzu today, besides actually preferring the Isuzu inside & out, there was bugger all in it between them on the road. The SR5+ with an added Tub Liner, Tonneau hard cover & roof rails hit over 70K +......... made my choice so much easier, I just signed up for a fully loaded Dmax X-Terrain with Tow Bar for 59K Drive Away....... no contest .
I must say, Isuzu really upped their game. I would go for the Dmax. The best choice in my opinion
The D max for me, I just ordered the Cobalt blue with tow pack.
Cool, somebody ordered a month ago, but we will have a demo cars only february-march
Do u still recommend the isuzu after trying it
How's it going?
@@Ted...youtubee Perfect, love the thing
the first time I heard the three testers chose isuzu dmax is not like before all ford ranger only. this means the quality of dmax is indeed the best. the world is always changing, be prepared for change do not be obsessed with one type only.
Wilson Mawang Agreed. Granted, Ranger is amazing but winning every time became a little boring. However, there is an amazing 4x4 review where they took out eight utes and put them through their paces ie. sand, dirt, etc and the Triton won.
In Thailand the new Dmax is outselling all other utes combined.
It's because toyota wanted to clear older model stock hilux before putting the upgraded model on sale. Just give the newer hilux some time now they're starting to get into the roads again and see if it can regain the title for best seller.
@@yoku_ti23 what do you mean newer hilux? you mean the minor facelifted, power increased ones?
@@Lcr34 Yes.
@@yoku_ti23 Hilux has been top seller for 9 years in Thailand, Well done to Isuzu for outselling them by more than double. Facelifted 150kw Hilux? 0-100km the New D-max is still faster, still has more tech and capability. Will be interesting!
@@johanbarnard5790 .. like I said, give the upgraded Hilux a few more months to try to get back to where it used to be. If it fails to do so it means that the people have a new champion.
FUN FACT: Isuzu Dmax 3.0 engine is the only B10 rating engine in its class that's how reliable it is😉
Good call
What is the B10 rating?
@@elonsus9747 search for "engine b10 rating"
Just bought a d-max today and I’m happy to wait the 3-5 months on this thing! They are such a nice car to drive and 6k cheaper than both of these is a flat out bargain when you look at the three of them.
Wow so fast and updated to the latest pick up trucks, thank you.
there are only 2 new cars that im looking forward to buying someday, and one of them is the 2021 D-MAX.
Open your eyes lads, audio volume is on the steering wheel. D-Max all the way!!!
That is the best vehicle comparison and breakdown I’ve ever seen .. thanks boys great detail .... well done . 🙏 Isuzu it is . 👍
Thanks . I have been looking at the sx or ls models in duel cab 4x4 and put on a tray & canopy . Hopefully order one in the next couple of weeks
Had a 2017 Hilux, picking up this one in a few weeks, did not even occur to me to look at another ute. I punished it for 3 years and it lapped it up, then I was floored by the amount I sold it for with 145k on it... can't beat it
I think the all new dmax is good value for the money because its reliable plus it can handle anything you throw at it. Like the dmaw that we own its old but it can handle anything.
Do you think it could reach half a million k’s?
Fair comparison and comments in all three utes. Like!
Awesome comparison review guys keep up the good work 👍
Hey guys, you keep going on about a volume knob, if you look carefully you will notice that there is volume control on the steering wheels right next to your thumb of all these vehicles. Surely that is even easier than having to take my hand off the steering wheel to reach for a knob...
Very much. When i use my 2018 hilux, its very simple to use the steering wheel volume up and down buttons.
It's as silly as bringing up weather sealing on the tailgate when there's no cover on the tray...
Passengers get one too? It's criticism. Don't actually see that it is wrong to criticise the absence of volume control on the unit itself.
Warwick Bond you let your passengers F with the volume? Poor form.
@@rsoul7282yeah mine are passengers, not prisoners! 😁
Bril. review! Amazing Ute the D-Max is - dignified, spacious, tall, powerful, agile workhorse one can trust as a companion for traveling to any and every place there is. A clear winner.
An understated Ute
did the crown accept
almost apologetically
for scoring 3
conceding none
in a contest
of equally stoic
workhorses
I will definitely buy Dmax
You've just helped me decide guys! Thank you
Our pleasure!
Love the reviews. Picking up the SR5 2021 in 4-6months due to waiting list :(
Great video guys you've helped me to choose the right ute
Great improvement that D Max, will change my Ranger
Another interesting comparison would be including the Wildtrak 3.2, there are a lot of people like Sam who prefer a larger displacement engine.
Why does every reviewer have to say ‘to quantify first’? Yes, they are all great cars but just give the answer. So happy the presenter asked the most important question. If it was your money, what would you buy? DMax won three for three. Congrats. Great review.
Said thing is when it comes to value for money they only consider the initial buy price.
D-MAX baby!
Damn that d max is awesome!!!! That 3 litre 4JJ engine with that update sells it for me and many I know 100%
I still prefer the 3.2l 5cyl ranger engine over the small 4 pot. Just feels and sounds so much better when you drive it regardless of what the numbers on paper say.
A cause for more IRL performance than the numbers could be the torque curve, i.e. is the power down low, which is not measured by peak power. Low down power is what you experience driving all day.
Whoever designed the wheels on the Dmax needs an uppercut
Even the previous generation looked much better
True, however don't know why people make a sound and dance about? They probably should have got it right from the factory, but wheels are one of the easiest things to change on a car!
Keeping sunraisa rims alive
Yeah, it looks more like a fan, smh
Indeed
“No fences around here”. There’s literally a fence in the background.
You probably have a lot to learn
Thank you, + & - on all 3. Please do a hard, real hard, not sissy, offroad test and also bring in the Raptor and v6 Amarok. Also a towing test of course. We in SA also have to follow you guys for honest reviews, although we also have good tests, but you always get the new models first.
Mate, we’re not in the market for a home theatre but I like that sliding sun viser and door locking lights when the bush gangsters come out after dark.
Had 3 Toyota Hilux's over the years and they have never missed a beat.
I need to upgrade in year or two and I am leaning towards the D-Max this time.
I have only had work utes, and I want something a little more comfortable and able to handle a bit of stress.
Plus also use it for taking the family on trips.
I know they are all getting more expensive, but the Toyota just seems too expensive.
For only road use...go with a VW Amarok V6. Seeking confort in a ute is quite difficult. But the new Hilux interior confort is quite good.
Toyota are taking the piss !!
@@RogerM88 Wrong, friend have the Amarok V6 around 90 k in ute, and his brothers Raptor is a far, far better one!!
@@mixalis6168 got two Hilux. The new model has a good interior. But if you seek confort not looking to the price tag, a mate of mine, told me wonders about the Mercedes-Benz X class.
Roger M it’s an overpriced Nissan
Thanks for the great vid.
Has ford finally put seat memory function in the ranger? It bewilders me that a 60-something thousand vehicle in 2020 doesn’t come with seat memory for 2 or 3 different driver settings. As you say, these are mainly family/lifestyle vehicles meaning there is often going to be more than one person driving it. Would be so annoying to start each day having to find the same/perfect driving position. Especially knowing the feature would be available in most 16990 drive away cars!
Dmax manual cover looks a lot faster and more reliable than the electronic ranger version
Proud to be isuzu owner here!
That Dmax is cleaning up. I'll be getting one when I'm due for an update. It does everything better and that interior is excellent.
i do think the Isuzu has come a long way, The price point and package is on point. i love how you guys have picked up on volume knobs, buttons or screen, just don't work well. the ranger has a certain stigma attached to it i just cant get past, now that holden commodore is finished i feel this has taken its place and every young soft city tradie has to own one. the hilux i feel will be the most reliable for all conditions, easiest to work on purely the Toyota engineering that comes with it makes it favourable in the rural regions. but hey, if they made 79 series cruisers in auto, with a 15k less price. nobody would buy a hilux.
I'll go with the D Max after watching the Conquest review. I only like the Conquest appearance but for safety features and performance the D Max is at par.
All three of these look great. I'm not really bothered by some of the small things that the Hilux is lacking, and I also don't care for all the fancy safety features on the Ranger and Isuzu. If I had to go out and buy one of these three right now, it would be the Hilux. Ford has a really spotty track record when it comes to reliability, and the interior just feels too cheap for what it costs. The Isuzu made a massive leap, I honestly thought it was just going to be another massive disappointment like the last one. The interior is pretty nice, the infotainment needs at least one knob for volume control, I'm not a fan of those buttons. The reason I wouldn't buy one is the exterior. It's just too ugly for my taste. The Hilux has the best looking interior and exterior in my opinion. The extra 20kw and 50nm is a welcome boost. I won't be buying any of these though. I'm gonna go with the Hilux Legend 50 we have here in South Africa.
I remembered chasing to overtake a 3.2L ranger with a low spec Isuzu 2.5 MU-x, I honestly heard a turbo blew up and It wasn’t mine and saw the ranger dropping back with a lot of smoke in my rearview mirror.
D-Max for me, we own an LS and well it is a true workhorse.
I love the Ford raptor, but as a workhorse not so much.
The D max does it for me, but those wheels...awkward
Rims are cheap to buy , way cheaper then tyres
Isuzu D'max is the name of the game.
The only people criticising the Hilux are those who can’t afford it lol the Hilux will always reign supreme.
My hilux has done almost half a million kms and its still going strong.
I choose the Hilux even if am in asleep
I'd get the new D Max Arctic Trucks when/ if it comes out...
It just seems like an "honest" ute...
D-max no doubt, good run for the money, loaded with safety tech including a first centre airbag and very tough looking truck unlike the outdated facelift hilux which really hasn't changed much since it's release model and is so expensive with very basic eqipment/features not to mention the dpf issues that toyota has been having.
Believe it or not alot of people buy the Hilux simply because it's cheaper to service in my country than the Dmax and parts too are cheaper, also simplicity isn't the issue here since most of those gadgets and stuff usually get replaced anyway. The Dmax looks like the deal here but it's already more expensive than the Hilux in my country and the ranger is only bought by the government since it's the only entity rich enough to meet the cost of purchase and maintenance.
Thanks a lot guys for helping me know better what each UTE holds and brings... good work!
Will u suggest in these three which one should be the on first priority by all means or by comparing these three
I’m a huge ranger guy...I’d still choose it but damn that d max is good value for money
Planning to buy a brand new ute this year, I really value reliability, longevity and ease/cost of service/repair and dealer network in Australia, D Max is looking better and better the more I do my homework. Isuzu have always been a truck builder, workhorse stuff, lasts year after year to earn a living with, I'm hoping that DNA remains with the new D Max.
Leaning towards the new DMax, but only problem is the dealership network here. I guess I'm sticking to the Hilux till I see a v6 Raptor
Just ordered the volcanic orange x terrain dmax. Test drove the Lsu and the tec is amazing
My Ford Everest Turbo “Broke” with only 58K on the clock. It seems there is a massive problem with the ford Turbos that no one is talking about! Sold it immediately after being repaired by ford and got a Hilux. Stay away as far as possible from ford Shitboxs. You have been warned.
My mechanic who is a car genius said to me last week he is starting to see a lot of 3-5 year old rangers with major engine failures. Apparently ford are happy to sell a car to their customers with a very highly strung engine.
The 2.8 Toyota may not have the best power numbers out of these cars, however Toyota buyers can sleep easy knowing that their 60k investment hasn’t rolled off the factory floor tuned to within an inch of its life.
It’s also probably why old Hilux utes for sale today have 300000ks on the clock and still sell for big money. People trust Toyota to build a car that will keep going and will be worth something in 15 years time.
hilux has more power & torque but still lost to dmax 0 - 100.
I love the dual cab utes. But one has ever done a review with baby capsule and booster seat in the back at the same time like a young family would have.
This would help a lot in choosing Prado or hilux or similar.
Australia and all south america love and build their countries using Utes... Specially middle size Utes! 😎👍
For the offroad, I hope you can review how easy are they to clean after? Which has the most hidden/difficult areas to keep clean, etc...
Interesting point Jullian!
Not a bad review at all.
Always liked the Ford. Grew up being a Ford man. But unfortunately I had too many problems with my XLT bi-turbo. It was such a nice car. However let me down too many times. I'll stick to my basic '20 Hilux SR. Hopefully one day either Ford get their act together with build quality or the Hilux gains signicant comfort. IaI'mnot that fazed about the small luxury add ons. I mean I'll have them buy they aren't make or break. Just want the drive quality of the Ford with the reliability of the Toyota.
Maybe the D'max is the go 🤔
For your off road test: most people will install aftermarket suspension. How do each lent themselves to suspension modification? Are additional parts required in the modification above the basics, ie control arms. What is the typical cost of installing approx a 2" lift
Ranger dual zone Climate control, Hilux single air con, Ranger 3 settings for front seats heater, Hilux on or off, Ranger self parking ...... etc, etc etc
Love this review👍
Guys, you never mentioned the new Hilux's 6month service interval (kms aside) to maintain that new engine's output. Even Toyota getting concerned about 500nm on tap now days.
Yeh 6 months sounds like a money tap to me. No way a diesel engine should need 6 month servicing
A good fair review..... Toyota mustn’t be throwing cash around anymore..... own and love isuzu but it’s hard to go past the ranger .... excited to see what the 2022 ranger will be like and how these other guys keep up.
100%
DMax for now . Waiting for the off road comparison
Janveer Raise I’m the same when it comes to my 4x4 adventures, however, saying that, a number of others (say, 35%) in my driving group can’t drive stick. Also, I’ve always found it faster selling a auto.
so here in NZ the d-max ax-terrain and ranger wildtrak are the same price what do you choose now!
Dmax takes it 👍
Dmax for me due to the the tech upgrades. The price is hard to ignore as well. Looking forward to the off-road and towing test. I the dmax performs well off-road, I may trade my NP300 STX (which does everything I ask of it) for one. Will be interesting to see available GVM upgrades and ECU re-map for even more torque.....
I recon you guys should put these on a dyno and see what power the wheels are telling rather than what the book says at the flywheel 👍
Would also like to see prices for parts for the 2nd hand owners example filter kits.. alternator, starter motor, water pump just ya general wearing items
Bring that Isuzu to the states! 😍
Ranger is the beast!
If money doesn't matter, ranger.. But as utes are often used as workhorses. So maintenance should be kept at a minimal so I'll go with the dmax..
Can you guys show the fordpass connect on the ranger and demonstrate the start/stop etc features?
Hey CarAdvice, though DMax lower Kw/Nw, did you feel that it was more relaxed in accelerating? The specs of all three appear to show the DMax achieves 300Nm at lower revs compared to the others. I may be wrong, but does this mean more linear acceleration and less gear changes. I drove a Ranger recently with boat in tow and while no issues, it shifted through the gears - a lot. Would welcome thoughts as everyone raves about Nm but may not be that straightforward in this test. Personally, being the fastest of the lights is not a key in my decision on next Ute.
That 450Nm output is available from 1600rpm to 2600rpm, where the engine spends most of its time and the main reason why this engine feels so flexible. Digging deeper, 400Nm (still a healthy number) is on tap between 1400rpm and 3250rpm - virtually your entire operating rev range.
How long before you blow a turbo on the ranger
Nice job
Thank you so much for your all and God bless you all
I’m a Ford guy but the Dmax is a very nice looking car. I would probably choose the Ranger but not by much!
Having driven all of them, and being a mechanic, working on all of them, I do not rate the hilux for the money you pay, and the persistent problems I am fixing, its ridiculous. The ranger 2 litre is amazing, and the new Dmax is worlds apart, however, I spent my 72k on the new manual Amarok. The new Manual Amarok is incredible. If I liked autos, I would have bought the wildtrack 2 litre. But the new manual Amarok is so much fun to drive, and comes with all the conventional 4x4 high/low range, as said the braking, wet wheather control is superb, and i can drive a 300km round trip on $30 worth of diesel.
And with 165kw(180kw on overboost) and 500nm(dynoing has show thats actually wheel torque) my 0-100 is around 7.5 seconds and it tows like a freight train. I am looking forward to the new Ranger/Amarok built vehicle next year!
Ranger is the best 100%
So a brand new sr5 has a tow bar standard? Just looking to negotiate on a new one tomorrow
10 years ago the Amarok was refined and quiet doing 1000km+ off a full tank with light steering
Great video.
I just took a Ford Ranger for a drive today 3.2 L what a beautiful wagon so quiet luxury and yet it’s a Ute and I was very impressed . I took a 2 L twin turbo that went beautiful too I don’t know which I want, I’m a bit lost and they drive so beautiful and it turns on a pin just everything about it is so good . It’s so light and feels better than a car to drive. I’m going to go to Toyota tomorrow morning and take a Toyota Ute for a drive and see how it goes . This will be interesting
I would really like to see you test the bottom range cars, like the xl ranger and the sr hilux to compare
A dmax is now 50k used to be 40...
A triton is 34k i got one for the past 5 years bashed it all around Australia still going strong!
Saying that if I can get a Isuzu for around 40k I'll definitely buy one and build it with an extra 10k and make it a beast of road
For me it's all about reliability and that's why Toyota is the best seller. I have no time for silly breakdown nonsense while out there in remote Australia. Hence I'm about to buy a 3rd Hilux. The last two have never let me down. I expect the same again with the 2021 model.
Having owned 3 Ford Rangers, namely XLT, Wildtrak 3.2 & 2.0 biturbo , the first 2 were flawless but the 2.0 has been in the workshop for 3 weeks awaiting a new steering rack...at 10,000km!
What do you expect with an American company. LOL
Mine 2019 3.2L had steering rack replaced 2 weeks ago. Was faulty from new and I drove around like that close to a year as they though that was a normal thing lol.
@@amorsolo8242 Becuase they focuss on drivability , performance unlike japenese which just focuss on reliabilty and except they are just boring $h*ts lol
I choose the Iveco Daily 4x4. That is the Best dual cab Ute available in Aus.
Biggest compliment of all is when everyone dismisses the Hilux, still the king, always will be.
Not now king lol
What would you say about the d-Max LSU & Ranger XLT? Would you still go d-Max? Thanks