ISUZU UTE has launched specification and pricing particulars for its new entry-grade D-MAX SX 4×2 utility. The only-cab chassis mannequin is priced from $29,990 (plus on street prices) and powered by the Japanese model’s all-new RZ4E-TC 1.9-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine paired with both a six-speed handbook gearbox or a six-speed automated transmission.
Engineered to supply decrease working prices to industrial, fleet and commerce consumers, the motor develops 110kW and 350Nm. It’s one in every of two engines supplied throughout the D-MAX vary and advanced from the identical 4J-series lineage as the three.0-litre unit within the model’s ute and MU-X ranges. As much as 300Nm is delivered throughout 71.6 per cent of its torque band (from 1550 to 3700rpm).
The undersquare mill (80 x 94.4mm) utilises a cast-iron block with aluminium head, metal timing chain and a comparatively low 15.9:1 compression ratio to extend the engine’s lifespan. The cylinder head options hardened cam lobes, roller-bearing rocker arms and an automated hydraulic lash adjuster to make sure much less upkeep and decrease ongoing prices, Isuzu Ute says.
Gasoline supply is by way of a Denso high-pressure direct injection system and the consumption system additional advantages from a forward-facing cool air consumption, an electronically managed variable geometry turbo changer, in addition to an aluminium air-to-air intercooler association. Gasoline economic system is rated at 7.0 litres per 100km with CO2 emissions as little as 183g/km (mixed).
“Born out of necessity, the standard tray-back utility has been the driving drive throughout Australian farms and worksites for many years and we’re proud to have been a part of that,” Isuzu Ute Australia Managing Director, Hiroyasu Sato mentioned.
“Our up to date SX Single-Cab Chassis ushers in a brand new turbo-diesel engine choice that’s engineered to maximise effectivity and mileage, all bundled up with a complete suite of security and driver help applied sciences as commonplace throughout all the vary,” he added.
Payload capacities for handbook and automated Isuzu D-MAX SX 4×2 single-cab chassis variants are rated at 1405kg and 1380kg respectively. Braked towing capability is listed at 2800kg for handbook fashions and 3000kg for the automated. Each fashions are fitted with a 2550-mm lengthy and 1777-mm large alloy tray as a part of Isuzu’s drive away supply, and a choice of ladder racks, headboards, seize rails and different real tray equipment can be found.
Customary gear consists of 17-inch metal wheels, heavy-duty suspension, a urethane steering wheel, -gearshift knob and -handbrake cowl, vinyl flooring, material upholstery, energy home windows and mirrors, air-conditioning, rain-sensing wipers, dusk-sensing headlights, and a tilt- and reach-adjustable steering column. Adaptive cruise management is out there on automated variants.
The 7.0-inch infotainment array within the D-MAX SX consists of (wi-fi) Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Bluetooth connectivity, DAB+ digital radio, voice recognition, four-speaker sound and a reversing digicam.
Security gear features a full complement of airbags, AEB with flip help, blind-spot monitoring, drive-attention help, lane-support techniques, rear cross-traffic alert and traffic-sign recognition.
All Isuzu D-MAX and MU-X variants are backed by Isuzu Ute Australia’s Service Plus 6-7-7 possession care program, which features a six-year/150,000km guarantee, as much as seven years’ roadside help (when serviced by means of an IUA vendor) and seven-year capped value servicing scheme totalling simply $3223 over the primary 105,000km.
The 2022 Isuzu D-MAX SX single-cab chassis is out there in 5 paint colors together with Mineral White (flat), Basalt Black Mica, Cobalt Blue Mica, Mercury Silver Metallic and Obsidian Gray Metallic.
Isuzu has offered 42,018 examples of its two-wheel drive D-MAX since its introduction in 2008.
“For years, our SX Single-Cab Chassis has been one of many prime selections of Australians that rely upon their one-tonne ute for his or her livelihood—and we’re pleased with that. Increasing the choice of powertrains opens up the vary to extra prospects, giving them the selection to decide on a piece car that fits their particular wants,” Mr Sato mentioned.
“Like the remainder of the D-MAX vary, it’s totally outfitted with the complete IDAS suite of security and driver help know-how, and paired with the sharp drive away value, we hope it continues to be a best-seller within the section,” he concluded.
