The 10 most fuel-efficient dual-cab utes in Australia

If you're in the market for a new dual-cab ute as a tax write-off, or perhaps just as a new set of wheels, consider putting fuel efficiency at the top of your wishlist.

RELATED: Is it cheaper to own a ute or an SUV?

The fuel consumption on vehicles can vary based on a range of factors including the vehicle's transmission, body style, and engine size, as well as if it's a 4x4 or 4x2 model.

Within the dual-cab ute segment, the most efficient dual-cab utes are the Isuzu D-Max SX and Mazda BT-50 XS, which share the same 1.9-litre diesel engine.

According to their respective manufacturers, this engine uses 6.7 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres travelled.

Below, we round up the other most fuel-efficient utes in Australia for 2024.

Sharing a 1.9-litre turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine, certain variants of the Isuzu D-Max and Mazda BT-50 ranges have a claimed fuel economy of 6.7L/100km.

These variants include certain Isuzu D-Max SX and Mazda BT-50 XS models. The 1.9-litre four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine produces 110kW of power and 350Nm of torque.

If you're looking for more power, Isuzu and Mazda offer a 3.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine that produces 140kW and 450Nm. Depending on the variant it has a claimed fuel economy of 7.7–8.0L/100km.

All models come with a 76-litre fuel tank.

Considering an Isuzu D-Max or Mazda BT-50? Drive has a range of new, used and demonstrator dual-cab utes for sale. You can find the full list on our marketplace.

MORE: Isuzu D-Max showroom
MORE: Isuzu D-Max 1.9L review
MORE: Mazda BT-50 showroom
MORE: Mazda BT-50 1.9L review

The Toyota HiLux Workmate 4x4 and the mild-hybrid SR, SR5, and Rogue variants, alongside the Ford Ranger, have a combined claimed fuel economy of 7.2L/100km.

The 2.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine in the Workmate 4x4 produces 110kW and 400Nm. The diesel-powered Workmate has an 80-litre fuel tank.

Meanwhile, the new 2.8-litre mild hybrid engine – which debuted on the HiLux in March 2024 – produces 150kW and 500Nm. This engine is offered in SR, SR5, and Rogue variants. It too has an 80-litre fuel tank and runs on diesel.

Toyota offers four powertrain options across its HiLux range. The least fuel-efficient engine is the 2.7-litre petrol from the Workmate 4x2 dual-cab. Its claimed fuel efficiency is 10.4L/100km.

Considering a Toyota HiLux? Drive has a range of new, used and demonstrator dual-cab utes for sale. You can find the full list on our marketplace.

MORE: Toyota HiLux showroom
MORE: Toyota HiLux reviews

Certain variants within the Ford Ranger line-up have a claimed fuel economy of 7.2L/100km when powered by the brand's 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel engine.

These variants include the XL 4x4 single and super cab chassis Hi-Rider, XL 4x4 super cab tray back Hi-Rider, XLT 4x4 super cab tray back, Sport and Wildtrak.

The 2.0-litre four-cylinder bi-turbo diesel engine can produce 154kW and 500Nm.

Alternatively, the six-cylinder 3.0-litre turbocharged diesel engine produces 184kW and 600Nm and has a claimed fuel economy of 8.4L/100km.

Ford also offers a six-cylinder 3.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine on the top-spec Raptor, which produces 292kW and 583Nm. It has a claimed fuel economy of 11.5L/100km.

All Ford Ranger models have an 80-litre fuel tank.

Considering a Ford Ranger? Drive has a range of new, used and demonstrator dual-cab utes for sale. You can find the full list on our marketplace.

MORE: Ford Ranger showroom
MORE: Ford Ranger reviews

Certain variants of the Nissan Navara, including the ST dual-cab tray back 4x4 and ST-X dual-cab tray back 4x4, have a claimed fuel economy rating of 7.3L/100km.

All Nissan Navara models offer a 2.3-litre four-cylinder twin-turbo diesel engine producing 140kW and 450Nm and have an 80-litre fuel tank.

The least fuel-efficient Navara variant is the PRO-4X Warrior at 8.1L/100km.

Considering a Nissan Navara? Drive has a range of new, used and demonstrator dual-cab utes for sale. You can find the full list on our marketplace.

MORE: Nissan Navara showroom
MORE: Nissan Navara reviews

In showrooms from April 2024, Mitsubishi claims its next-generation Triton has a claimed fuel economy of 7.5L/100km. This is based on the GLX dual-cab pick-up variant with two-wheel drive and an automatic transmission.

Other models within the Triton range jump up ever so slightly to 7.7L/100km, including the GLX, GLX+, GLS, and GSR dual-cab tray four-wheel-drive automatic variants.

Mitsubishi only offers its latest Triton in a dual-cab body style. A 2.4-litre four-cylinder bi-turbo diesel engine powers the entire range and it produces 150kW and 470Nm.

All models have a 75-litre fuel tank.

Considering a Mitsubishi Triton? Drive has a range of new, used and demonstrator dual-cab utes for sale. You can find the full list on our marketplace.

MORE: Mitsubishi Triton showroom
MORE: Mitsubishi Triton reviews

Light commercial newcomer JAC introduced its T9 in 2024. Both Haven and Oasis variants offer a claimed combined fuel economy of 7.6L/100km.

The JAC T9 is powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine that produces 120kW and 410Nm. It has a 76-litre fuel tank.

Considering a JAC T9? Drive has a range of new, used and demonstrator dual-cab utes for sale. You can find the full list on our marketplace.

MORE: JAC T9 showroom

The most fuel-efficient GWM Ute Cannon is the base-model 4x2 that has a claimed fuel efficiency figure of 8.3L/100km.

All other Cannon models have a combined fuel efficiency figure of 9.4L/100km.

All GWM Ute Cannon models have a four-cylinder 2.0-litre turbocharged diesel engine that produces 120kW and 400Nm. They also all have a 78-litre fuel tank.

Considering a GWM Ute Cannon? Drive has a range of new, used and demonstrator dual-cab utes for sale. You can find the full list on our marketplace.

MORE: GWM Ute Cannon showroom
MORE: GWM Ute Cannon reviews

The Mahindra Pik-Up single-cab S6+ manual has a claimed fuel economy of 8.5L/100km and following just behind is the single-cab S6+ SC at 8.6L/100km.

The 2.2-litre turbocharged diesel engine – standard across the Mahindra Pik-Up range – produces 103kW and 320Nm.

For customers looking at the Pik-Up dual-cab S10+ DC manual, it has a combined fuel consumption of 8.8L/100km.

All Pik-Up models have an 80-litre fuel tank.

Considering a Mahindra Pik-Up? Drive has a range of new, used and demonstrator dual-cab utes for sale. You can find the full list on our marketplace.

MORE: Mahindra Pik-Up showroom
MORE: Mahindra Pik-Up reviews

The SsangYong Musso range has a claimed fuel economy of 8.6L/100km. It is powered by a 2.2-litre four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine that produces 133kW and 400Nm.

Ssangyong says the optional XLV Pack decreases fuel efficiency to 9.0L/100km.

The XLV Pack adds 300mm of length to the tub and 110mm of length to the wheelbase. Customers who opt for the XLV Pack will also receive an increase in payload from 790kg up to 1010kg.

The engine will receive a torque boost of 20Nm at 1600–26000rpm for customers with the automatic transmission. It's also worth mentioning the XLV Pack changes the rear suspension to leaf springs from multi-link with coil springs.

All models have a 75-litre fuel tank.

Considering a Ssangyong Musso? Drive has a range of new, used and demonstrator dual-cab utes for sale. You can find the full list on our marketplace.

MORE: Ssangyong Musso showroom
MORE: Ssangyong Musso reviews

LDV claims the T60 has a combined fuel economy of between 9.2–9.3L/100km depending on the variant.

The manual variants within the T60 Max range have a claimed combined fuel economy of 9.2L/100km, while the models with an automatic transmission have a slighter higher claimed fuel economy of 9.3L/100km.

The entire T60 Max range is powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder bi-turbo diesel engine that can produce 160kW and 500Nm. All models have a 73-litre fuel tank.

Considering a LDV T60? Drive has a range of new, used and demonstrator dual-cab utes for sale. You can find the full list on our marketplace.

MORE: LDV T60 Max showroom
MORE: LDV T60 Max reviews