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Isuzu MU-X week three on Mum and Bub duties

Brianna Fraser — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:00:52 +0000

Its week three with the Isuzu MU-X so let’s chat about the different models and engine choices.

As I mentioned I have driven the top spec MUX-X-Terrain. A new model with all the luxuries and the 3.0 litre turbo diesel engine along with a six speed automatic transmission.

The other model I drove is the next one down, the LS-T but with the 2.2 litre turbo diesel engine and an eight speed automatic transmission.

Both of these are 4WD models. There is a base two wheel drive model with the smaller engine available.

Around town you do notice more changing between the gears in the smaller engine model. Economy is marginally better.

On highway cruising both engines hum along nicely. Again, you notice that the smaller engine will hunt more between the gears on hills etc. It’s also about one litre per 100 kilometres better in fuel.

I haven’t towed anything or taken them off road, using them purely as family transport.

Pricing for the Isuzu MU-X starts at around $49,900 dollars through to $77,100 dollars all plus the usual costs. There is usually about $2,000 dollars difference between the engine choices.

Overall, I found the MU-X an ideal family SUV. It has the practicality of seven seats, the promise of 4WD adventures and the safety features to keep the family protected.

Isuzu MU-X gets the mum and bub tick of approval.

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What is good?

Very easy to live with every day.
4WD and adventure appeal
Practical family appeal

What is not so good?

No standard wireless phone charging tray .
Central screen dated and difficult to read at time.
No hybrid option

Isuzu MU-X – Buyers could also look at:

Competition in 4WD Recreational Ute segment is tight .

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Isuzu MU-X – Mum and Bub duties week two

Brianna Fraser — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:00:32 +0000

Its week two with the Isuzu MU-X and let’s talk about safety. Because that’s a topic on every mum’s mind.

With a five star ANCAP safety rating the MU-X has a good base to work from. All models have a complete list of safety features as standard. That’s good news if buyers are looking for the bargain models.

Some of the key features that I appreciate include:

Full side curtain airbags, keeping the little ones safe in the second seat row,
Three point seats belts for all seats along with a safety alert if they aren’t used.
See through surround cameras so that I don’t scratch the side of the car in car parks.
Blind spot warning in case I missed a car when changing lanes.
Driver attention warning. For those days after a sleepless night and
Rear cross traffic alert and braking, ideal for when im backing out of a carpark or driveway.

Keeping our precious bub safe is key to buying decisions for family cars.

Alongside those more recognised safety features little things such as auto wipers and headlights help with keeping you focused on driving.

Other comfort features like cup and bottle holders, wireless smart phone connectivity, seat pockets on the back of the front seats and decent interior lighting all add to making the MU-X easy to live with daily.

In the two vehicles I drove the front seats came with electronic adjustment and heating. Again, making driving more comfortable.

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Im Brianna Fraser

Some other Isuzu MU-X Motoring Minute reviews:

Readers can find all the specifications HERE.

Readers can find more details about the Isuzu MU-X – HERE

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What is good?

Very easy to live with every day.
4WD and adventure appeal
Practical family appeal

What is not so good?

No standard wireless phone charging tray .
Central screen dated and difficult to read at time.
No hybrid option

Isuzu MU-X – Buyers could also look at:

Competition in 4WD Recreational Ute segment is tight .

There is strong competition with:

Alternative SUVs include:

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Isuzu MU-X on Mum and Bub duties week one

Brianna Fraser — Mon, 25 May 2026 20:00:11 +0000

Isuzu MU-X – in my search for the best mum car I recently drove the Isuzu MU-X. This is a medium sized 4WD often seen towing a caravan for the grey nomads. Yet is popular amongst families as well.

This seven seat SUV comes in a choice of four different trim levels and on selected models a choice of two engines. There is also one two wheel drive version available.

I drove the top model MU-X X-Terrain with the 3.0 litre turbo diesel engine as well as the LS-T with the new 2.2 litre diesel engine.

We will chat about the differences later.

But my first impressions are that the MU-X is quite a stylish design.

There is plenty of room for both front occupants.

Rear seat leg, head and shoulder room is ok.

With two isofix compatible anchor points in the second row and three top tether points and wide opening doors, it’s well suited to baby seats.

I found that placing bub in his seat was comfortable .

Third row seats are for two smaller people only and access is tight. Using them also restricts boot space and packing a pram and other gear becomes more difficult. As a five seat SUV its excellent.

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Im Brianna Fraser

Some other Isuzu MU-X Motoring Minute reviews:

Readers can find all the specifications HERE.

Readers can find more details about the Isuzu MU-X – HERE

TO LISTEN TO THE Isuzu MU-X – RADIO REVIEW CLICK BELOW

https://motoringminute.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/BTW-4806-May-26.mp3

What is good?

Very easy to live with every day.
4WD and adventure appeal
Practical family appeal

What is not so good?

No standard wireless phone charging tray .
Central screen dated and difficult to read at time.
No hybrid option

Isuzu MU-X – Buyers could also look at:

Competition in 4WD Recreational Ute segment is tight .

There is strong competition with:

Alternative SUVs include:

Radio Segments Motoring Minute

Motoring Minute is heard around Australia every day on over 120 radio channels.

Motoring Minute has an average daily audience of over 550,000 listeners.

Listeners will find Motoring Minute syndicated through various news sites around Australia. Additionally on the Community Radio Network across Australia.

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