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.
The D-MAX 3.0L 4x4 X-Terrain (RM162,938) sits above every Vigus Pro variant here, so the verdict compares the closest-priced pairing — use the selectors above to match any two trims.
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.
What the D-MAX has over the Vigus Pro
What the Vigus Pro has over the D-MAX
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The Vigus Pro is 95 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| 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✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,055/mo | RM1,010/mo✓ |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM2,994 | RM2,884✓ |
| 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. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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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.
Which one is locally assembled?
The Vigus Pro is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the D-MAX is fully imported (CBU) from Thailand. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.