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Isuzu: New Cars 2012

By Alborz Fallah |
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2011 saw Isuzu Ute Australia grow its D-Max marketshare to over five per cent in the 4×4 segment and a reasonable 2.2 percent in the 4×2 category. The Japanese company, which is wholly owned by Mitsubishi, is planning big things next year with the launch of an all-new D-Max, but the much-anticipated Isuzu SUV is not looking likely yet, with Isuzu Australia still in discussion with the flood-affected factory.

D-Max

Vehicle type: Ute. Timing: Mid-late 2012

Having only one model in its lineup, Isuzu’s product lineup doesn’t allow for much choice. The current D-Max is on its way out with an all-new model expected around August-September, which we’ve already seen at the Tokyo Motroshow in November.

 

Prices are expected to remain unchanged to compete against the vast array of new models in the commercial segment. The new D-Max will have a fight on its hand against the new Ranger, BT-50, updated automatic Amarok and revised HiLux.

 


 

  • birdie

    it certainly looks better without that holden badge , and a lot better for it

  • Tim

    agreed

  • Sumpguard

    I’m not a holden fan but I reckon the new colorado (yet to be released) looks better than this isuzu. The headlight design is awkward to my eye and the current gen looks better.

          But then I ain’t posting just for the sake of bagging the Holden badge!

  • diesel

    looks good,will go good but would have liked an engine upgrade…..same 4jj1tcx engine as in current dmax just tweaked a bit..130 kw-380nm.however this engine will go forever and as strong as a t-rex

  • Alistair

    But what will the towing capacity be?

    • Doctor

      Well the current model is the best in class at 3 tonnes at GVM with a towball weight of 300kg. The Navara matches it at GVM (but with a lower towball weight). GVM is reduced significantly with a 300kg towball weight. The new Ford/Mazda twins are only 2.75 tonnes at GVM. Hilux is 2.5 tonnes (at GVW).

  • Alistair

    But what will the towing capacity be?

  • scotty

    doctor ranger/mazda tow 3,350kg

  • Bevanm8

    When can we get a review on this model? I am currently looking at buying a Dual Cab ute, and am interested in your opinnions about all the new models, but this seems to be the only one i cant find a current review on. 

  • Bevanm8

    Never mind, just found it! XD