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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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 updates for 2023
• 23MY Isuzu: Updates On The Way
• Isuzu MU-X LS-T Snow Trip 2022
• Isuzu  2021 all new Model provides improved Towing
• Isuzu 2021 LS-U 4WD Tow Vehicle
• All-New Isuzu is coming soon
• 2019 Isuzu D-Max Model Update
• 2018  Review
• Euro 5 2017 Isuzu D MAX and MU-X launch review

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It now comes with a choice of two engines.

The original 3.0L 4 cylinder turbo diesel, that has 140kW of power and 450 Nm of torque.

A new 1.9L 4 cylinder turbo diesel that has been available in the D-Max Ute for a while now. This new engine makes available 110kW of power and 350Nm of torque.

Both engines are mated to an Aisin 6Sp Automatic transmission as well as a choice of two drivetrains. Either rear wheel drive or 4WD with a dual range transmission.

The new engine is available on selected models in the range, designed for buyers that want even better value and don’t need all the power and torque of the 3.0L.

Over the years the Isuzu MU-X has been a popular choice of ours and in fact has won our sister site OzRoamer  4WD COTY award numerous times.

Drive details will be available soon as we are on the launch drive program as you are listening.

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