Isuzu DMAX and new NP300 Navara - Experiences?

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Hey Guys,

Just after some thoughts on a few different crew cab pickups. I am looking to purchase one through my business.

I am very taken with the new Navara which handles just like a car. Was very impressed on the test drive. It has 5 link rear suspension rather than leaf like most pickups so the ride is excellent and official MPG combined is 44mpg. Im looking at the 2.3 Twin Turbo 190 Tekna model.

I dont suppose anyone on here has one already or has some inside knowledge. Is it likely to be reliable?

My other option is a year or two old Isuzu Dmax Utah. Also liked this on the test drive though it is slightly bouncier and they only claim a 39mpg combined figure. Anyone got anything good or bad to say about these?
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Well, in the end I went for the NP300! Had it about 3 months now and I love it to bits!

Towed a few things about with it now and its brilliant!

I went into Mitsubishi and spoke to them about the L200 but they couldn't come close to the Nissan price and also didn't take me at all seriously. Told me he would get back to me and didn't. Their loss.

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MrCippo said:

Had a test of the new Ranger and the Navara NP300 and the Navara won hands down in my eyes, my smoother engine curver, much more drivable, interior also better. I'm getting a Navara. Only question remains what's the best option for a hardtop, the dealer prices are ridiculous!

I've ordered the Aeroklas lift up window hardtop. Completely overpriced as they all are but its a pain in the arse not having one.

I did buy a 2007 hardtop to see if I could make it fit but it was WAY off.