Isuzu MU-X 2024 MY driving impressions.

Is the new 1.9L engine in the MU-X any good

23/04/2024 admin Motoring Minute Episodes 0

Isuzu MU-X – We spoke a few weeks ago about the updated Isuzu MU-X and the new engine choice. Well, this week lets chat about our driving impressions.

First up let me say that the 3.0L with 140Kw AND 450Nm of torque is good, but my view is more performance is always better. We have chatted numerous times about that motor and its ability to tow heavy loads economically.

Now to the new 1.9L engine that has been in the D-Max for a few years now.

You can notice the difference, there is no denying that. But for many drivers the smaller engine will be enough. It will still tow 3000kg and has a wide torque band starting from around 1,500 rpm through to about 3,700 rpm.

This makes for relaxed cruising and its still fairly responsive. If you are towing a smaller camper trailer or jet skis t, but still want the larger sized Wagon, then the 1,9L engine may be a good choice for you.

That’s the beauty currently. Buyers have a choice. Lets hope it stays that way.

My fear is that eventually the 3.0L engine will be phased out and we will be left with the smaller engine only, thanks to the governments draconian NVES protocols.

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What is good?

Still a stylish design
4WD Capability
Comfortable inside

What is not so good?

1.9L isn’t much cheaper for much less performance
Lower towing capacity.
Interior feeling dated – doesn’t get the styling updates from D-Max either

Instead buyers could also look at

Mid sized true 4WD wagons have become popular of late.

Buyers could look at the Toyota Fortuner, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, Ford Everest, SsangYong Rexton, Mahindra Scorpio N or even the GWM Tank 300.

Other choices could include: Jeep Wrangler, INOES Grenadier, Land Rover Defender, Toyota LandCruiser Prado,

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Isuzu MU-X 2024 MY driving impressions.

Is the new 1.9L engine in the MU-X any good