Verdict
The Isuzu D-MAX 2.2L 4x4 MT Standard costs RM5,050 more at RM114,171, yet it is the more useful pick-up for anyone carrying a crew: it has five seats, four doors, rear air-con vents and a 60:40 split-folding rear bench. It also adds 17-inch alloys, a 7-inch touchscreen with six speakers, rear parking sensors and a reverse camera. The RM109,121 Isuzu D-MAX 2.2L 4x4 Single Cab AT makes sense only where its two-seat, two-door layout and conventional automatic transmission suit the job. Both retain 161 hp, 400 Nm, four-wheel drive and the same two airbags.
Pick the Isuzu D-MAX 2.2L 4x4 Single Cab AT if a two-seat work truck and its conventional automatic transmission matter more than rear-cabin practicality and convenience kit.
Pick the Isuzu D-MAX 2.2L 4x4 MT Standard if you need five seats, four doors, a manual gearbox and equipment including a reverse camera for RM5,050 more.
Key differences
- Price: Single Cab AT RM109,121; MT Standard RM114,171.
- Transmission: Single Cab AT conventional automatic with 8 gears; MT Standard manual with 6 gears.
- Seating and doors: Single Cab AT 2 seats and 2 doors; MT Standard 5 seats and 4 doors.
- Wheels and tyres: Single Cab AT 16-inch steel wheels with 205R16C tyres; MT Standard 17-inch alloys with 255/65R17 tyres.
- Audio and parking aids: Single Cab AT radio/Bluetooth/USB with 2 speakers and no rear sensors or camera; MT Standard 7-inch touchscreen with 6 speakers, 4 rear…
- Rear-cabin kit: Single Cab AT has no rear seats or rear air-con; MT Standard has 60:40 split-folding rear seats and rear AC vents.
2.2L 4x4 Single Cab AT
- RM5,050 cheaper.
- Conventional automatic transmission with 8 gears.
- Lighter at 1,805 kg versus 1,915 kg.
- Only 2 seats and 2 doors, against 5 seats and 4 doors.
- No reverse camera or rear parking sensors.
- Basic 2-speaker radio instead of a 7-inch touchscreen with 6 speakers.
2.2L 4x4 MT Standard
- Five seats, four doors and a 60:40 split-folding rear bench.
- 7-inch touchscreen, 6 speakers, rear parking sensors and reverse camera.
- 17-inch alloy wheels, LED daytime running lights and auto headlamps.
- Costs RM5,050 more.
- Manual transmission rather than the Single Cab AT's conventional automatic.
- Heavier at 1,915 kg versus 1,805 kg.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM109,121✓ | RM114,171 |
| Body type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Segment | Truck/4X4 | Truck/4X4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM571 | RM571 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection | 16-valve DOHC with Variable Geometry Turbocharger and Common-Rail Direct Injection |
| Capacity | 2,164 cc | 2,164 cc |
| Horsepower | 161 hp at 3,600 rpm | 161 hp at 3,600 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 80 mm × 94.4 mm | 80 mm × 94.4 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16.5 | 16.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 6-speed Manual | 6-speed Manual |
| Gears | 8 | 6 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,330 mm | 5,280 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,770 mm | 1,785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 3,125 mm |
| Weight | 1,805 kg | 1,915 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 76 litres | 76 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 4 |
| Seats | 2 | 5 |
| Front Tyre | 205R16C | 255/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 205R16C | 255/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size | Full Size |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Thailand (CBU) | Thailand (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Springs | Leaf Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Steel Wheels | 17" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Steel Wheels | 17" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 2 (Driver and Passenger) | 2 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 2 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | Normal Bulb | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable, Driver's Seat Height Adjustable | Manual Adjustable, Driver's Seat Height Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | — | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Rear Air-con | — | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 3 USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | Radio with Bluetooth, USB and Two Speakers | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down | Driver Side One Touch Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Manual Key Ignition | Manual Key Ignition |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | — | ✓ |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | — | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking Sensor Rear | — | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 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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2.2L 4x4 Single Cab AT vs 2.2L 4x4 MT Standard FAQ
Is the Isuzu D-MAX 2.2L 4x4 Single Cab AT or Isuzu D-MAX 2.2L 4x4 MT Standard better?
The MT Standard is better for passenger-carrying and daily convenience, with five seats, rear AC vents, a touchscreen and a reverse camera. Choose the Single Cab AT for its lower price and conventional automatic transmission if two seats are enough.
What is the price difference?
The Isuzu D-MAX 2.2L 4x4 MT Standard costs RM5,050 more than the Isuzu D-MAX 2.2L 4x4 Single Cab AT.
Which one is better for carrying passengers?
The MT Standard is the clear choice: it has four doors, five seats, a 60:40 split-folding rear bench, rear cup holders and rear air-con vents. The Single Cab AT has two doors and two seats only.
