In-Depth Comparison: New Hilux vs Ranger vs Isuzu KB vs Amarok

South Africa is bakkie country. Our outdoor, active lifestyles are a perfect fit for the leisure-oriented double cab, but following the introduction of the facelifted Ford Ranger and new Toyota Hilux, which rules the roost?
The previous-generation Toyota Hilux had a very long and successful model life, but towards the end of that career was feeling the heat from Ford’s Ranger. Ford then turned up the heat even more with a comprehensive update towards the end of 2015. So, Toyota can ill afford not coming out guns blazing with the new Hilux.
But the Ranger is not its only rival. Isuzu’s KB continues to find favour with South Africans that appreciate its particular blend of sturdiness, dependability and dual-purpose appeal. And then there’s also Volkswagen’s Amarok, a vehicle that is regarded as heavily road-biased but which surprised us during our tests.
In this video we take you to Klipbokkop near Worcester and put the four bakkies through a number of test routines to discover their pros and cons, including an on-road assessment, gravel road driving, sand dunes, steep descents and gullies.
Performance stats and specifications for all the cars are presented at the end of the video.
0:00 Intro
0:35 New Hilux, Ranger, Isuzu KB & Amarok Ride quality and Fuel Consumption
1:32 Off-road performance analysis
2:52 Amarok Intro
3:00 Ranger Torque
3:08 Isuzu Torque & Gears
3:19 New Hilux Torque
3:44 SUVs Downhill assist control
5:20 Wheel Articulation
6:55 Isuzu Stats:Pricing, Engine, Power & Torque, Fuel Consumption, Warranty & Service plan
7:36 Pros of the Isuzu KB
7:50 Cons of the Isuzu KB
8:05 Amarok Stats: Pricing, Engine, Power & Torque, Warranty & Service plan.
8:44 Pros & Cons of the Amarok
9:15 New Hilux: Engine, Power & Torque, Warranty & Service plan
9:41 Pros & Cons of the New Hilux
10:29 Ford Ranger: Pricing, Engine, Power & Torque, Warranty & service plan.
11:05 Pros of the Ranger
11:27 Cons of the Ranger
11:35 Outro
Read our massive comparative test between the Hilux, Ranger, Isuzu KB and VW Amarok here:
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[@lameloball1235]

The Toyota Hilux SR5 and Isuzu Dmax are both great for working and weekends 💪🤙

[@hertakolberg8060]

Isuzu 240 Petrol no stinky noisy diesel !

[@AfricanSunProductions]

Awesome video guys. I'm looking at a Isuzu and this is exactly what I needed. Like the comedy also 😁

[@Pr0crustesify]

Buy the one you think is best, it's the one that will make you happiest all of them are great!

[@hertakolberg8060]

Cool advice i also think like that !!

[@AnthonyTrifoglio]

i can't buy any of them... I'm american

[@Preyser123]

Greetings from Bergvliet, Cape Town. The Isuzu KB 250/280 turbo diesel will always be my preferred choice of double cab bakkie but I would also add the Hilux 2.5d4d double cab into the mix as well.

[@musomimukama3308]

True

[@MotorTorq_ZA]

@@Preyser123 agreed

[@TonyFromarty]

I enjoy your reviews, love the subtle humour.

[@shawnrigney4354]

I'd go Isuzu durability to last a life time as stated by the presenter himself. Features are I'm important but we don't want to keep repairing and losing money. Isuzu is a workaholic. Many industries use the brand for years and still have faith in Isuzu.

[@WimTheInstigator]

Great review!

[@markcabayao9188]

this is just a comparison but in reality most important is the durability, versatility, reliability and capability of the pick-up truck.

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[@sauberbeast]

That Isuzu KB is built damn well.. Its the only one i trust, and great value for money.

[@kadephivuyolwethumjali3249]

Every time the other companies bring new models, they bring new engines....ISUZU KB is a winner and my choice as well with their tried and tested 4JA1 engine (introduced in the late 80's). A friend of mine who bought the 3.2 Turbodiesel Ford Ranger has had countless problems with the engine and the injectors. I don't trust Toyota diesel engines as they bring new engines with every new model (something is wrong here)...... VW still not good enough for me....

[@rainbowsixsiegerainbowsixs1317]

That is why I have one 😉

[@ngn_vetpath]

I own an Isuzu KB 2.8 Turbo Diesel 4x4 from 1995. It has more than 700000 km in the counter and still running problem free . Needless to say that I trust it more than my new Lexus IS300h purchased new last year.

[@njabulogodfrey2039]

True but drive and comfortability has to be Fords

[@tarynmcintosh8839]

did you test the amarok in reverse on soft sand or with a trailer up a slight hill

[@Preyser123]

Greetings from Bergvliet, Cape Town.I will always be an Isuzu fan, as a blind person. I was introduced to the KB double cab through the models from the mid-late 90's and as a blind person I will always love those models because of their truck-like sound from their 2.5l/2.8l turbo diesel engines. I'm not really keen on Toyota but I would take the Hilux double cab as a 2nd option with the 2.5l d4d turbo diesel engine so Isuzu and Toyota would be the 2 brands I would work with when it comes to double cabs, although I don't think of Toyota, ford and Vw as bakkie brands because they don't just build bakkies, but they build other typss of cars as well.

[@mcdarius6073]

I bought Ranger in januar this year, and I do real hard off roading.. not soft stuff like here... Trust me, Ranger is The best :)

[@lulomlindazwe8052]

Which do u have wildtrack or xlt

[@njabulogodfrey2039]

U have my vote mate

[@Preyser123]

For me personally, I would go with Isuzu any day. I might consider the Hylux but I would go wit Isuzu regardless. I'm also interested in the Land Rover Defender 110 in double cab bakkie form but, like I said, when it comes to typical double cab bakkies It's Isuzu all the way and the double cab that attrackted me to the Isuzu brand and the world of double cab bakkies was the generation from the 1990's (maybe around 1996 before the facelift, and including the facelift) with the 2.8 litre turbo diesel engine (I don't know for sure if there is a 2.5 litre version as well but I dud see a KZbin video of it somewhere).

[@kavezuukapere2963]

My father has a Isuzu kb 300 and its a beast

[@mohdhusni8417]

i love the place and environments there. so beautiful mountain

[@babihutan96]

nice review

[@gorgeousgirl4005]

Recently got me a 2018 Dakar 2.8 GD6 Limited edition, best double cab i ever driven.

[@njabulogodfrey2039]

In looks only yeah😂

[@jommar5942]

very informative, non-bias comparison, and detailed to every point of each... Like Like Like to infinity....

[@djsoviedo]

super comparison

[@trainerraj5217]

My family owns our ranger since 2014 and we live in Trinidad and it is by far the best but most enpensive

[@mgakatumbal1658]

can you say something about nissan navara engine yd25DDTI ?

[@hedydd2]

Lack of low range is more of an issue on the Amarok when reversing in challenging conditions with a heavy trailer. It just will not move backwards in many conditions. Same issue with the latest V6 version.

[@dillonadrien8393]

i guess it's quite off topic but do anyone know of a good place to stream newly released tv shows online ?

[@sbubuthelezi3687]

Apparently there is a tune that can be done to remove that limitation.

[@hedydd2]

@@sbubuthelezi3687 There is no tune that substitutes for a lack of low ratio in reverse. The only answer is the fitting of a two speed transfer case. Otherwise reverse ratio is more or less the same ratio, but in reverse, as second gear. The stall speed of a torque convertor or the clutch on a manual cannot handle that ratio from a stop when reversing up hill with a heavy trailer behind, such as the 3.5 tons I reversed up to an unloading bay this very morning in my Ford.

[@726son]

i have just bought, my new Ranger, and its awesome hehehehe

[@evidencekhosa7594]

I'm a car fan and i watch car reviews almost everyday. to be Honest @Ciro De Siena, he does the best car reviews i've ever watched..

[@ansonwongb28]

Im a farmer and i live in Malaysia i do hard off roading daily because I have to . I've used my single cab hilux for 6 yrs and i only inflate the tyres, do an oil change and filter change every 6 months. I just ordered another 2019 hilux .......

[@phantomwalker8251]

keep an eye on the rear diff centre bolts,they come loose or snap..you can buy a kit to fix it,,but,why should you.??.

[@eddwayne553]

THIS REVIEW IS VERY DOPE !!! SPLENDID

[@jaybajan]

question guys, do all Toyota sold in south Africa comes with the DPF?

[@farmeli8863]

I am interesting in buying a double cab pickup up !I think that we might consider the cost of services -space parts and the reliability .I think that Hilux is the best for me!!

[@beazelreyayuno4808]

2017 version comparison pls

[@kuttapanaalumoodu9032]

Vw is premium looking one here

[@lesegomolobela5870]

Can you guys please do a review on a single cab Hilux bakkie please guys

[@mantintsohi4112]

Nice review, thanks. When is x-class lending in SA, we'd appreciate a review on that one please

[@Carscoza]

Hi Manti, thanks for the comment. We'll be reviewing the X-Class as soon as humanly possible! It will only arrive in 2018.

[@tolelanikanor4078]

All vehicles tested should have standard suspension. Great honest review though

[@duffydon1741]

X-class is a useless depreciating discontinued piece of junk that has failed to sell, it has no chance against the mighty strong Isuzu and Hilux badge..

[@wouterswanepoel4542]

Ford Ranger very nice .the best

[@dandybennett7545]

What would you recommend in a bakkie automatic transmission or manual.

[@hashaliphilemonasher6136]

Toyota Hilux GD6 is the best. Yes Ford ranger wildtrack might have the best looking but when it co.es to durability Toyota in anyway is the best. In Namibia most hereroes believe in Isuzu but nowadays they realised that Toyota is the best.

[@kgomotsomsiza3364]

Hilux best in what?

[@willchristianneones8510]

in the philippines the isuzu kb called isuzu dmax.

[@kuttapanaalumoodu9032]

We too

[@TriNguyen-qq5ul]

Australia are the same dmax

[@christianbacarra1008]

chevrolet in EU dmax also

[@alexandredefleuriot6003]

Great review except i will have ine question. Why adding an aftermarket suspension lift kit to the amarok.? This review should have shown only standard features. Obviously the amarok with a lift kit is more capable than a standard version same for the ranger. I do have a 2 inch lift kit on my ranger and no mater how big is the gap i still have my back wheels touching the ground. I recon if you add an official after market part to one you should do the same for all of them like this its more an accurate comparaison. Otherwise great review. And all 4 4x4 are very very capable anyways. Thx angain for such great reviews

[@TreyJa]

updated followup pls.

[@daniedeklerk1914]

Why didn’t they use the 3 liter V6 amarok?

[@__SM__1]

well documented +1

[@xLeroii]

what about the nissan navara np300?

[@juvffekrizalmendras9860]

we love isuzu d max because they are new now in 2018 we vote isuzu d max

[@alanc4285]

Any chance of a re-do comparing apples with apples?

[@johnsword8954]

nissan np300 may also have the power but because of its ride height, It may not be able to compete in those kind of terrain.

[@privatework3041]

Hope the ford owners got new engines since this video :p good video even 4 years later

[@faheemmirza121]

Ranger is the best in my opinion

[@MotorTorq_ZA]

not in 10 years it isn't

[@PeteboyE]

which one was the best

[@mabast007]

The Amarok interior is rocken..

[@mburup]

i think when it comes to considering the vehicle with a lot of muscle, we ought to use the amount of torque given in certain revolutions.

[@Preyser123]

As a blind person I prefer the Isuzu Kb for it's distinct truck typ of sound, especially from the models from the mid-late 90's which introduced me to the world of double cabs. Next, for me, comes the hilux. I like the d4d engine series but I wouldn't go for the 3.0l versions though because although they may be powerful and reliable they have far too much turbo noise, they don't have that distinct truck type of sound when reving and under acceleration, well, it is there but not that distinct compared to the Kb, and they also hav a fan in the engine that runs for a few seconds on start up and take off which sounds a bit annoying to me. The KB (D-Max versions) unfortunately have the same issue with the fan in the engine like the Hilux but I would take one if it didn't have the fan. If I go for a Hilux I would take the 2.5l d4d, if the double cab has a 2.5l D4d option because it doesn't have too much turbo noise and it has that truck type of sound, not as distinct as a Kb, but a lot better compared to the 3.0l d4d.

[@djsoviedo]

En este vídeo evidentemente hay preferencia para la Hilux y para la Ranger.. Eso explica también porque hicieron un vídeo paralelo solo con estos dos vehículos..

[@dnielruiz8142]

Compré hace un año una dmax usado modelo 2014 con 120.000km Hice un viaje de 4000km dedicándole toda mi confianza. No me decepcionó

[@marschlionoalexander8498]

i'm still deciding whether I should get the Ranger or the Amarok... any advise

[@wisaninhlanhla6550]

Marschliono Alexander Amarok is the best and buy V6 one

[@marschlionoalexander8498]

@@wisaninhlanhla6550 Thanks... but why is it the best? I'm not the most clued up. I have my eyes on a Ranger Wildtrak auto

[@andres877]

Amarok tengo una . La mejor

[@tafadzwamuzorewa7556]

Isuzu is built to last. its tough, comfortable, great ride comfort, great off road and economical....ticks all the boxes! Isuzu delivers #IsuzuPower

[@Dhruba_Banerjee]

Hill descent was pretty unstable though

[@ShinzouWoSateSateSate]

Because this dmax isn't the newer one

[@MiniFun92]

soundtrack 5:57?

[@Horrorhunter28]

No Navara? no bt-50?

[@nhlanhlambuyazi7536]

I love the amarok. Firstly because it loves me too, Im 6foot5 and weigh 160kg but when I sit inside that bakkie I feel like a normal person 😂 to be honest I've never enjoyed driving any vehicle in my life because of my size and Toyota is the worst due to its small cockpit followed by the isuzu, the ranger is a little better but after driving it for 3 hours I can hardly walk on the ground. Without 4x4 the amarok still handles pretty well so I give it the thumbs up I'm going to buy one

[@heindexter1790]

I am in the market in spite of covid19. Is there anyone here that could give ma advice on brands. I love the Isuzu`s look but i want to keep my options open.

[@ellispeterson706]

I don't think there is best in these, it all depends on what you want and can afford

[@MotorTorq_ZA]

the hilux is also good but they do get hijacked quite a lot so get the isuzu in my opinion

[@VWMax]

Is there dieselgate in South Africa?

[@rodneyemmerich8828]

Farm gate & garden gate

[@eamonnmurphy5385]

The Isuzu makes sense, the Ford if i want to impress, the Amarok is a wild card. In the end I am going to go with the Hilux. Just for all round appeal! I feel I will bond with it the most lol!

[@jedlaidlaw6792]

Not the Video to ask this question but is the New Renault Kadjar at Seaman's Renault port elizabeth? I saw the advert

[@dgriffen1]

the Toyota has to many gearbox issues and know of 2 vehicles that after 20,000 off kilometers have had theirs replaced and that's not counting others that I have heard of. The Ranger has had how many recalls now.. Lost count... The Amarok spends more time in the garage than any other on this list and that's coming from at least 3 mechanics that I know, so that leaves the DMax.. Haven't really heard a bad word about it other than from reviewers of car magazines..

[@cedricwarna3420]

Ford Ranger Always!

[@bettythupe3355]

I love the ranger wildtrak love it better than a hilux

[@hungrynapps]

u should include Nissan Np300

[@raxxmoriti]

+hungrynapps that nissan is a death trap

[@NZsarge1]

Bit of a shame the new Nissan Navarra wasn't included but good article all the same

[@duffydon1741]

The new Navara is a shame...useless and pathetically high on depreciation, it has no chance against the Isuzu and Hilux

[@qaiin]

what the name music at 7:47

[@nabilcassimo4205]

ISUZU IS the best

[@bhekimlambo4014]

Isuzu is the best 💪💪

[@bhekimlambo4014]

Isuzu kb is the best

[@mahfuzul2015]

Please do some video for 4×4 single cab, we're confused whitch bakkie is the best... Best comfort and for load..

[@iano4671]

what about mitsubishi L200?

[@rubyannazul7687]

ford is the new leader and best seller now a days.and of course i love mybrand new ford ranger..

[@duffydon1741]

They are cheap for a reason....

[@tandomagazi9719]

the previous isuzu is the best

[@AdrianW-pn3vx]

#FordPowerTruck 4×4 All Terain Truck is the best choice. Good luck.

[@sheeskakar572]

What is hilux name????

[@wcod5142]

I choose isuzu dmax because dmax have very good engine.and the new version of dmax (stealth) is even better 👍👍👍

[@plotwist2734]

I like that stupid westerners

[@Sayurualwis]

Get a better driver for ISUZU

[@zakventer5117]

yea the one thing i wanted to see was how it handled the downhill control since he stated it doesn't have the built in downhill assist.

[@System0Error0Message]

mazda b50 - ford ranger power with toyota reliability and refinement while not failing the moose test or bad ford customer service.

[@thunderbear0]

here hilux and navara is very popular

[@thunderbear0]

lol here is popular because they like their quality interior and exterior.

[@theopadayachee2462]

I just traded in my 4x2 Fiat Fullback in for a 2.4 gd6 double can 4x4 auto hilux. The drivers seat is disgraceful!! It does not go up or down. I'm tall and the length is short, hence my legs are often sore. Off road its king though

[@bonketshwane98]

very scientific pole

[@connorpretorius6007]

Sorry amarok and kb...but I think in the future its should be a versus between the two beasts

[@duffydon1741]

What exactly are you saying mate?

[@gdmoto4176]

Ranger still 👍 best selling pick-up truck in the Philippines and New Zealand 2nd in Australia ps:i know Hilux is still the best selling all around the globe it's a big achievement for Ford who is not very known for their Ranger pick-up

[@726son]

yep Ranger killed off the Hilux onslaught here hehehehe I have a Ranger 216 his name is herc, cos hes the man lol

[@LifeCampTV]

Giovannie Doldolea Anong Year yang statistics mo bro na best selling yung Ranger?

[@roodlyemmanuel4320]

Giovannie Doldolea do you think ranger can past 79 series even jeep wranglers can beat 79series

[@user-bn4tq4kw2m]

that hilux is a 2.8 engine or 2.4 engine ???

[@Carscoza]

It was the 2.8

[@mikaeelessa6213]

Amarok is still the best it has a more comfortable drive when the ranger has a rough ride

[@njabulogodfrey2039]

When empty

[@jovangames9604]

The video is aswome.. Why did you cold isuzu KB But is in itit names isuzu d-mux

[@maestroandaya57]

Spelling

[@mixedhuntingsouthafrica1921]

toyota has proven that it is the best bakkie with the best engin that wil give you millions of kilometers.The ford may be the strongest but it needs thst power with that heavy body.I have owend all of these bakkies in my life and the one that has never broken down and that has givin me the highest kilometers without braking down is the hilux.Toyota builds the best bakkies .

[@ondrejhurinek]

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[@clyftongoddard137]

Fact

[@clarocarta8674]

Pardon my asking, what is Bakkies?

[@kuttapanaalumoodu9032]

Mine isuzu

[@GS-zo4pr]

Claro Carta “truck” (USA) or “UTE” (Australia) the same as “bakkie” (South Africa)

[@thapedimojapelo5419]

I have been a biggest fan of Isuzu, i bought my 1st isuzu in 2003 and it's 922 437 km on odo and i have never overhauled the engine nor replace the the turbo. The second one is 693 247km and i have never overhauled the engine or replace the turbo. Now in i bought 300 lx in 2017 and it is 54 0007 km, it feels like it will endure like its predecessors. Yo! guess what? i haven't sold one of them because they are still going strong. if you want to see them-0815544695

[@alexandrosdouros]

Put a video on your channel

[@imopn]

I loved the videos including this one. But seriously, watching 12mins to then be told to go to a website for the results. Unsubscribe.

[@mertercankocan9884]

Yes you got a point there.

[@iliketowatchducks]

+maans le roux these videos are boring... 12 minutes, "this is a bukkie, watch us drive it off road" X4 different cars... Kiff... im impressed you even made it to the 12 minute mark.

[@leelee8736]

wow

[@junetiu4957]

why no navara?

[@Carscoza]

+june tiu hi there, the latest generation Navara has not been released in South Africa yet.

[@junetiu4957]

+Cars.co.za ohh okay, i didnt know that. thanks for the wonderful review

[@thunderbear0]

you like navara?

[@allanmercer7704]

Papp

[@ralphferreira4216]

Ford for ever!

[@dhirensingh1114]

Ralph Ferreira ford forever breaking down😁😂

[@ralphferreira4216]

Dhiren, I base my comment on off-road capabilities and doing an honest days work on the farm. Forget about the double-cab - I detest all makes!! Todays bakkies are becoming too tech orientated and unfortunately electronics has a horrible habit of letting one down at the wrong time. Unfortunately the company which sells Ford and services them, certainly here in Southern Africa has got to be the worst when it comes to after sales service and customer care and this stretches back from 60 years ago!! Is it because it is American?

[@tesla_models]

@@dhirensingh1114 better drive your taxi

[@lukasstrydom9596]

The best 4X4 is the one you like

[@pjneethling26]

Where's the Nissan Hardbody?

[@duffydon1741]

It got stuck in 2009 and cant make a comeback because their CEO syphoned all the budget to make great cars and fled to Lebanon...

[@worackfox1116]

Put Ford 3.2 against V.W 3.0 V6 with Toyota 4.0 V6 and see which is the ultimate I say.

[@phantomwalker8251]

mechanicaly,any 'v',is not as good as a streight 6 or 5,or 8 cyl.for the same size engine,a 6 inline,puts out more torque than a v of same cubes.plus,there simpler.cheaper to produce.&,should last longer being inherantly stronger...less bits flying round at 6k...

[@wouterswanepoel4542]

Ranger the best

[@oscarememwa9411]

Ranger is king

[@reyreyolvis8740]

the ford ranger is the best

[@chinnavatglinhom843]

isuzu d-max

[@andreijamesvlog5469]

ranger