Verdict
The RM4,233 gap buys the Isuzu D-MAX 22 hp more power, 60 Nm more torque and a 76-litre tank instead of 68 litres. It is a focused two-seat, two-door work pickup with a six-speed manual and a five-year/150,000 km warranty. The JMC Vigus Pro suits buyers carrying people more often: it has four doors, five seats, an eight-speed automatic, reverse camera and parking sensors. Its 1,995 kg kerb weight is 190 kg higher than the D-MAX’s 1,805 kg.
Pick the Isuzu D-MAX if stronger 161 hp/400 Nm output, a larger fuel tank and longer warranty matter more than passenger space and an automatic.
Pick the JMC Vigus Pro if you need a five-seat, four-door pickup with an eight-speed automatic and parking aids for less money.
Key differences
- Price: Isuzu D-MAX RM103,121; JMC Vigus Pro RM98,888.
- Power and torque: D-MAX 161 hp and 400 Nm; Vigus Pro 139 hp and 340 Nm.
- Transmission: D-MAX six-speed manual; Vigus Pro eight-speed automatic with manual mode.
- Cabin capacity: D-MAX two doors and two seats; Vigus Pro four doors and five seats.
- Fuel tank: D-MAX 76 litres; Vigus Pro 68 litres.
- Manufacturer warranty: D-MAX five years/150,000 km; Vigus Pro three years/100,000 km.
D-MAX
- 161 hp and 400 Nm from its 2.2-litre diesel.
- 76-litre fuel tank.
- Five-year/150,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- Six-speed manual versus the Vigus Pro’s eight-speed automatic.
- Two doors and two seats versus four doors and five seats.
- No reverse camera or front and rear parking sensors.
Vigus Pro
- Eight-speed ZF automatic with manual mode.
- Four doors, five seats, reverse camera and front/rear parking sensors.
- Locking rear differential, hill descent control and 265/70R16 all-terrain tyres.
- 139 hp and 340 Nm trail the D-MAX’s 161 hp and 400 Nm.
- 68-litre fuel tank is 8 litres smaller than the D-MAX’s.
- Three-year/100,000 km warranty is shorter than the D-MAX’s five-year/150,000 km cover.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM103,121 | RM98,888✓ |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM571 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Direct Injection |
| Capacity | 2,164 cc | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 161 hp at 3,600 rpm✓ | 139 hp at 3,600 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm✓ | 340 Nm at 1,500 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 80 mm × 94.4 mm | 86 mm × 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16.5 | 9.7 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Manual | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed Manual | 8-speed Auto Transmission with Manual Mode |
| Gears | 6 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,330 mm | 5,305 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,905 mm |
| Height | 1,770 mm | 1,835 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 3,085 mm |
| Weight | 1,805 kg | 1,995 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 76 litres | 68 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 4 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 205R16C | 265/70R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 205R16C | 265/70R16 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full-size 16" Steel |
| Factory Tyres | — | Maxxis Bravo All-terrain |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Solid Axle with Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel Wheels | 16" 2-tone 12-spoke Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel Wheels | 16" 2-tone 12-spoke Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Locking Rear Differential |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | — | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Hill Descent Control |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Projector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable, Driver's Seat Height Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | Fixed Backrest |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Single-zone |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 1 Front |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Two Speakers | 8" Infotainment Touchscreen with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key Ignition | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | — | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | — | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 2 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 2 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Convenience Notes | — | Heated Door Mirrors |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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D-MAX vs Vigus Pro FAQ
Is the Isuzu D-MAX or JMC Vigus Pro better?
The D-MAX is the better choice for stronger diesel output, a larger tank and longer warranty. The Vigus Pro is better for carrying up to five people and avoiding a manual gearbox.
What is the price difference?
The JMC Vigus Pro is RM4,233 cheaper than the Isuzu D-MAX.
Which pickup has the longer warranty?
The Isuzu D-MAX has the longer manufacturer warranty at five years or 150,000 km, compared with three years or 100,000 km for the JMC Vigus Pro.
