Comments on: 2009 Isuzu D-MAX – First Steer

By: John

John — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:55:23 +0000

I own a Isuzu D-Max great vehicle pulls all my toys, a bit soft in the rear end i need to stiffen it. The only problem i find is that the low warning fuel light comes on way to early although it has a 76lt tank,i have diven approximately 120km with the low fuel warning light on and still find i have 10 to 12lts of fuel in the tank. Had it in to be looked at they replaced the sender unit (not the problem).After discussions with the technical people at Isuzu they informed me that, that’s the way they are setting them up so that people won’t run out of fuel. That’s an easy cop out. As i drive long distances i need something more accurate can these fuel system units been re-calibrated, c’mon Isuzu listen to what the customer wants. Your selling your vehicles on great fuel economy let the fuel gauge show this.

By: Phil S

Phil S — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:36:15 +0000

I have just picked up my new colorado ( sept 09 build date) and the owners manual specs the same engine as the d max 4JJ1 tcx . It is a crew cab, manual, have done 1000 klms now, drive city/country,and averaged 9.0 l per 100 klm. It pulls like a train and is fantastic to drive , what more could you want?? I chose the colorado over the d max ( both isuzu ) because i thought the colorado had newer look , both trucks look great ,i think its just personal preference . most importantly they are ISUZU”S. My last car was a jap built isuzu Rodeo, drove like new after 8 yrs & 200k without issues!! Hope my comments help somebody , regards

By: Ian B

Ian B — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 06:58:21 +0000

How do I verify whether the current (Oct 2009) Colorado motor is or is not spec’d the same as the DMax? Is the Colorado SOHC or DOHC, what other differences are there? Need to know as I’ll be buying one or the other next week!

By: Ron N

Ron N — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 09:26:20 +0000

The Isuzu D-Max is a better vehicle than the Colorado diesel. Holden specified all kinds of shortcuts in the build. Check them both out and compare carefully – even the ECU for the D-Max is better built. Don;t even bother with considering a Navara – just check out eBay for all the busted, broken and plain blown-up ZD30 engines for sale. Isuzu diesels are built like Mack engines – I’ve had them apart, and I’m impressed with the robust size of components.

By: Scott

Scott — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 11:34:20 +0000

Does anyone own a 08/09 Mitsubishi Triton Dual Cab Diesel and tell me positives and the negetives on it compared to other vehicles. The new models coming out in October and there are some good changes, motor will be 2.5 Diesel 131 kw and 400 Nm and the tray is going to be a bit longer etc. As ive never owned a dual cab 4×4 before and shopping around to see what are the best as ive read here the Isuzu D-Max is getting a good rap. Wanting something that feels good to drive, good comfortable roomy ride in the back seat, not hard.

By: Brett

Brett — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 09:35:44 +0000

I have a 2008 rodeo the very last of them before the colorado. They are a great car get around 8-9l/100km now you cant fault that. looks better than a colorado I would buy the d-max over the colorado as they look better. The bonnet scoop on the colorado looks budget, the moulded bonnet looks heap better. As far as the hilux goes overpriced, navara a lot of power from a small motor, think reliability will be an issue in years to come, thirsty too. a friend has one averaged 12.5l/100km sitting on 100-110km/h. the triton is a great car, roomy and has a great motor. I think i would choose a triton or d-max, but can’t beat the d-max on price.

By: Lou & Chelle

Lou & Chelle — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 05:44:21 +0000

any recommends on D-Max top of the line 4×4 vs Colorado top of the line 4×4 – in auto / diesel guise only – we are in the market buyers and have narrowed it down to these two for value for money ( our other car is a touareg r5 – superb drive ). and yes, toyota hilux is out of race as they are ” up themselves ” with price negs’ – as was mentioned earlier by someone!
thanks in advance guys…

By: JOE

JOE — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 02:35:09 +0000

Louisa – I have an LS -M 4×4(auto)& I get just over 10 kms /litre in city driving conditions. I use normal diesel from woolies outlet, although BP have their brand of ultimate diesel, which supposedly gives more mileage -I don’t know.
I have done over 6000 kms now in my truck, in about 2 and a half months & on highway driving sticking to the speed limit of a 100 -110, the computer shows anywhere between 13 -15 kms /litre (depending on conditions). If I use cruise control I tend to get a lower mileage..

By: Carz

Carz — Fri, 29 May 2009 12:43:53 +0000

I love Isuzu cars. Aside from it’s fuel efficient, I’m satisfied with its performance. I own an Isuzu car (though it’s not D-max), but still I can say that this particular make is worth every penny.

By: Neal

Neal — Thu, 28 May 2009 10:42:15 +0000

D-max LS-M just got 2009 best 4×4 ute by 4WD-Action.

By: Louisa

Louisa — Tue, 26 May 2009 00:32:03 +0000

Mark – do you know how many average k’s you get out of a full tank of diesel with the 4 x 2’s? thanks. (thanks you answered pink’s question and that’s what i was going to ask). I see the consumption rate of course but we have never owned a diesel other than a 2 tonne truck. we want to compare it to our 4 x 2 petrol rodeo that we have right now as we area really considering the next vehicle to be the Dmax 4 x 2.

By: Mark

Mark — Fri, 22 May 2009 01:35:56 +0000

I don’t see why it couldn’t be done, but there would be a fair amount of work involved I would think. The electicals would be the tricky part I would suggest.

By: Ned

Ned — Wed, 20 May 2009 07:10:53 +0000

Thanks Mark!
A word on my question in my second post regarding mounting a D-Max diesel engine in a Ford Ranger?
Cheers!

By: Mark

Mark — Tue, 19 May 2009 07:36:43 +0000

Pink- the fuel tank is 76 litres, average fill will get you about 68-70 litres, as they have a large reserve.

Ned- we only get the 3.0L motor in Australia, the 2.5L is available elsewhere though. The ADR fuel consumption is rated at 7.9L/100km for the 4×2 single cab manual, through to 9.0L/100km for the 4×4 dual cab automatic, and all the others slot in between those 2 figures.

Selling plenty of these utes at the moment, very good honest truck.

By: Ned

Ned — Fri, 15 May 2009 08:18:15 +0000

I live in Canada; we get no Isuzu here. Nor do we get any diesel engines in the small pick-up-truck segment. I am considering importing a D-Max diesel engine and mounting it in a Ford Ranger. Anybody with technical expertise to tell me, if that is doable/ advisable (body and gear box compatibility)? Or, suggest a better diesel engine for a small truck?
Many thanks in advance.

By: Ned

Ned — Fri, 15 May 2009 08:08:39 +0000

Ii is really annoying that the D-Max’s fuel efficiency is not given anywhere. They just talk about it everywhere, but no concrete figures. How much do the two versions do per 100 km?? (3.0L and 2.5L diesels). Thanks!

By: Pink

Pink — Sun, 03 May 2009 00:04:19 +0000

Can someone please tell me what size the fuel tank is on the 2009 Usuzu D-Max Ute. How many litres it takes.

By: JOE

JOE — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 09:47:37 +0000

D Max Owner – VERY HAPPY !!!

By: Bret

Bret — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:06:32 +0000

Colarado/D-Max and Navara fare the worst for safety – check ANCAP.

Don’t even consider a Mahindra (although ANCAP results show it to be twice as safe as a Mitsubishi Express)

By: RED2

RED2 — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 06:52:00 +0000

D-MAX proud owner.