Nissan NV350 Urvan Cargo (2015) vs Isuzu D-Max LS LS 4×2 MT (2018)

Nissan NV350 Urvan Cargo (2015) vs Isuzu D-Max LS LS 4×2 MT (2018): which should you buy?

For a Filipino buyer who needs a work‑horse that can haul cargo and also carry a few passengers, the Nissan NV350 Urvan Cargo (2015) is the more practical choice. It is priced at ₱1,158,000, about ₱112,000 cheaper than the Isuzu D‑Max LS (2018), and its van body offers a massive interior volume (5.08 m long, 1.70 m wide, 2.29 m high) with a dedicated cargo area and three seats, making loading and unloading easier than the pickup’s cabin. The D‑Max does deliver higher output – 177 PS and 380 Nm versus the Urvan’s 129 PS and 356 Nm – and a slightly longer wheelbase, which can be useful for heavy‑duty towing, but its pickup bed is less protected from weather and its seating is limited to 2 + 3 configuration. Both share the same 5‑speed manual gearbox and a 3‑year/100,000 km warranty, but the Urvan is discontinued, meaning parts may become scarcer over time, whereas the D‑Max is a current model with ongoing support. Choose the Urvan if you prioritize lower price, enclosed cargo space, and higher payload flexibility for city deliveries. Opt for the D‑Max if you need extra power, a newer model, and are comfortable with a pickup layout for open‑bed hauling.