Isuzu upgrades D-Max Ute
Isuzu UTE Australia boss Mr Hitoshi Kono admits the changes are small but sees the auto as increasing appeal.
The ute-exclusive, single-engine manufacturer has made minor changes to its 15-model range, expanding the availability of automatic transmission and cruise control while putting more aggression into its face with a toothy grille.
Automatic is now available on the SX mid-spec 4WD and 2WD dual-cab utes and cruise is standard on all SXs. But it is not available on cab-chassis variants because these have a longer wheelbase than the utes. Option up the auto to the 2WD SX dual cab and it includes the 4WD's high-lift suspension that has 225mm of ground clearance, wheel arch flares and 16-inch wheels with 245/70 tyres.
The jump seats - which fold down or up to maximise cargo room when not carrying passengers - adds an extra $700 though the price includes cruise control.
Isuzu UTE Australia boss Mr Hitoshi Kono admits the changes are small but sees the auto as increasing appeal, especially among fleet buyers. No decision has been made on expanding the range to include halo versions including the space-cab well-body ute similar to the one Bruce Garland successfully campaigns in off-road endurance events.
Prices for the D-Max range between $25,100 and $44,500, the latter for a 4WD turbo-diesel dual-cab automatic.
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