Updated MY22 Isuzu D-Max range arrives early

ISUZU Ute Australia has up to date its D-Max workhorse vary for 2022 with a raft of updates, together with a brand new entry-level RZ4E-TC-series 1.9-litre turbo-diesel engine, further tools, in addition to six new variants – headlined by the upmarket LS-U+. 

Due in native dealerships from December 1, the 24-variant MY22 D-Max vary is priced from $29,990 (plus on-road prices) for the SX Single Cab Chassis 4×2 1.9TD handbook and is topped by the flagship X-Terrain 4×4 3.0TD automated, which is priced at $62,990 drive-away. 

Normal pricing applies to all different variants (see beneath) with will increase of between $1500 and $2000 on some LS-U and X-Terrain variants compared with the 2021 pricing desk.

The gross mixture mass for 4×4 fashions has elevated by 50kg to 6000kg, whereas all variants now obtain a Lane Assist System swap on the steering wheel (with which to toggle between varied lane help features).

Newcomers to the D-Max line-up embody handbook and automated SX single-cab chassis 4×2 derivatives, that are powered by Isuzu’s new 1.9-litre mill, an SX space-cab chassis 4×2 auto, LS-M and LS-U crew-cab chassis 4×4 auto, in addition to an LS-U+ crew-cab Ute 4×4 automated. The latter slots between the LS-U and X-Terrain variants on the higher finish of the MY22 D-Max vary and is priced from $61,900 (plus on-road prices).

Isuzu says it streamlined the D-Max vary as a direct response to “buyer wants, expectations and shopper tendencies”. The model has discontinued the SX space-cab Ute 4×2 auto and SX crew-cab Ute 4×4 handbook for 2022.

“We’re happy to have the ability to provide our up to date 2022 D-Max vary to our Australian prospects sooner than initially forecasted. Quick-tracking its availability ensures that we’ll get the improved product and a greater diversity of choices to market sooner, which basically helps to enhance buyer satisfaction – which has at all times been our precedence,” Isuzu Ute Australia managing director Hiroyasu Sato mentioned.

Revisions to the D-Max vary start with the SX single-cab chassis, which is powered by Isuzu’s new RZ4E-TC-series 1.9-litre turbo-diesel engine paired with both a six-speed handbook or automated transmission. It’s topped by SX space-cab chassis fashions, that are powered by Isuzu’s 3.0-litre 4JJ3-TCX-series turbo-diesel engine coupled to a six-speed automated transmission.

LS-M and LS-U grades (in crew-cab chassis 4×4 variants, pairing a 1800-mm lengthy tray with a heavy-duty three-leaf rear suspension, 3.0TD engine and six-speed automated transmission) at the moment are out there, whereas the LS-U+ crew-cab Ute 4×4 auto options leather-based trim, heated entrance seats, an eight-way adjustable driver’s seat (with lumbar help), twin vainness mirror lights, a self-dimming rear-view mirror, heated wing mirrors and a factory-fitted tub liner.

Isuzu mentioned that in response to buyer suggestions it might match LS-U, LS-U+, and X-Terrain variants with a tow bar from manufacturing facility, which is optionally out there with a selection of seven- or 12-pin electrical connector, Anderson plug, digital brake controller, tow tongue insert with a 50-mm ball, in addition to a weight distribution hitch.

Moreover, LS-U and LS-U+ variants will now be bought with a fitted tub liner, whereas LS-M crew-cab Ute variants characteristic reversing sensors. Cabin updates see LS-U variants obtain Good Keyless Entry with push-button begin, Stroll Away Door Lock (WADL) and a self-dimming rear-view mirror. 

The flagship D-Max X-Terrain provides heated entrance seats, twin vainness mirror lights, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror and heated wing mirrors alongside a blacked-out instrument cluster, contrasting pink stitching on the black leather-based upholstery, in addition to black trim garnishes on the dashboard, door playing cards, steering wheel, and air vents.

“Our concentrate on buyer satisfaction has led to the event of the 2022 D-Max updates, with enhancements throughout the vary, elevated GCM of 6000kg on 4×4 fashions and the enlargement of our cab-chassis vary to incorporate the LS-M and LS-U, that are all customer-centric developments,” Mr Sato added.

All Isuzu Ute D-Max variants are backed by a six-year/150,000km guarantee and as much as seven years’ roadside help (when serviced by means of IUA sellers) and Isuzu’s seven-year capped-price servicing program. 

Service intervals for D-Max fashions are set at 12 months/15,000km with service pricing over seven years capped at $3513 for 3.0TD powered fashions and $3223 for fashions fitted with the entry-level 1.9TD engine.

The MY22 D-Max vary is on the market in eight paint colors – all hues (other than Mineral White) appeal to a $500 premium. Colors embody Basalt Black, Cobalt Blue, Mercury Silver, Obsidian Gray, Marble White (LS-U, LS-U+, and X-Terrain solely), Magnetic Pink (LS-U, LS-U+, and X-Terrain solely), and Volcanic Amber (X-Terrain solely).

2022 Isuzu Ute D-Max pricing*

*excludes on-road prices

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