The third technology of Isuzu’s midsize pickup has been facelifted 4 years after its debut
October 9, 2023 at 06:58
Isuzu launched the facelifted D-Max in Thailand, that includes a redesigned exterior, extra know-how contained in the cabin, a brand new tough terrain mode, and security enhancements. The automaker additionally confirmed plans for a battery electrical pickup set to be produced in Thailand initially for the European market.
The Isuzu D-Max is being up to date precisely 4 years after the debut of the third-gen mannequin in October 2019. The Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux rival appears extra trendy than earlier than, whereas retaining quite a lot of obtainable bodystyles (chassis cab, common cab, house cab, and crew cab).
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Adjustments are targeted on the entrance finish which encompasses a redesigned grille with a 3D look, a brand new pair of headlights (Bi-Led tech in high-spec trims), and tweaked bumper intakes with air-curtains on the edges. The pickup additionally advantages from a brand new tailgate with a bigger built-in spoiler and revised taillight graphics. The pictured D-Max V-Cross 4×4 flagship trim is essentially the most rugged-looking of the bunch due to the additional plastic cladding across the grille, the aluminum-style skid plate, the huge fender extensions, the matte black 18-inch alloy wheels, and different add-ons.
Inside, the dashboard appears acquainted, albeit with new trim choices and upgraded know-how. The 9-inch touchscreen for the infotainment with new touch-sensitive buttons/shortcuts and bodily knobs for the amount and tune beneath is mixed with a 7-inch digital instrument cluster. Isuzu added USB-C ports for the entrance and rear passengers, and a brand new key with distant engine begin operate.
The powertrain lineup seems to be unchanged from the pre-facelifted mannequin, together with two four-cylinder turbodiesel choices. The bottom 1.9-liter mill produces 148 hp (110 kW / 150 PS) and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque, whereas the stronger 3.0-liter unit is sweet for 187 hp (140 kW / 190 PS) and 450 Nm (332 lb-ft). Relying on the model, energy is transmitted to both the rear (2WD) or to all 4 wheels (4WD) by way of a 6-speed guide or a 6-speed automated.
Regardless of the carry-over engines, the pickup is alleged to supply improved 4×4 driving efficiency due to tweaked electronics. Extra particularly, the traction management has been expanded to when the digital rear differential lock is activated, whereas there’s a new “tough terrain mode” helping drivers by controlling the braking and engine RMP in additional demanding off-road eventualities. Security gear has been improved due to a brand new ADAS digicam with a heating operate for chilly climate, and extra techniques, together with the enlargement of the adaptive cruise management to the guide variations.
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Gross sales of the 2024 D-Max are scheduled to start out on October 12 in Thailand, with different world markets set to observe steadily. Costs begin from 540,000 Thai Baht ($14,551) for the most cost effective common cab 2-door and 2WD model, reaching as much as 1,257,000 ($33,876) for the flagship 4-door V-Cross 4×4 trim.
At the moment, the Isuzu D-Max is obtainable in additional than 100 international locations and areas in Asia, Europe, the Center East, Africa, Central America, South America, and Oceania. Nonetheless, Thailand stays the strongest marketplace for the pickup, accounting for 180,000 gross sales out of the 340,000 world gross sales in 2022.
BEV Pickup Is Coming
In the course of the launch of the facelifted D-Max in Bangkok, Shinsuke Minami, Isuzu President and COO, revealed plans for a brand new totally electrical pickup. The BEV might be produced in Thailand, however it’s going to initially be obtainable in Europe earlier than Isuzu examines the chances of providing it to different markets. Sadly, the corporate didn’t present extra details about the mannequin and hasn’t set a timeline for its launch.