Updated Isuzu D-Max V-Cross previewed, July launch

2015 Isuzu D-Max V-Cross 3.0L 1

At the launch of the Isuzu MU-X, an updated version of the Isuzu D-Max V-Cross 3.0L was also at hand, previewing the new styling tweaks the range-topping pick-up truck will receive after a year on the market. A source at Isuzu Malaysia told paultan.org that the launch is pegged for sometime next month.

Changes are fairly minor, limited to a new front bumper bar, 17-inch six-spoke dual-tone alloy wheels, side steps and composite roll bar. The truck on display also sports a new blue hue (likely Nautilus Blue, a colour found in other markets), which has hitherto not been offered here.

The engine should be unchanged from the mill in the current V-Cross – a 3.0 litre 4JJ1-TCX VGS four-cylinder turbodiesel that produces 177 PS at 3,600 rpm and 380 Nm of torque between 1,800 and 2,800 rpm. Transmission choices should remain the same as well, with either a five-speed automatic transmission with manual mode or a five-speed stick shift on offer. Four-wheel drive is standard with all V-Cross models.

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Jonathan Lee

After trying to pursue a career in product design, Jonathan Lee decided to make the sideways jump into the world of car journalism instead. He therefore appreciates the aesthetic appeal of a car, but for him, the driving experience is still second to none.

 

Comments

  • it need to come fast.
    before others aware of the engine specification and made comparison with new hilux revo, new ranger and new navara.

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    • Really on Jun 05, 2015 at 5:47 am

      Isuzu’s engines are known for durability and fuel efficiency, not outright power. The engines are notoriously over-engineered too. It’s not hard to get 200hp running reliably from the 2.5L (standard 134hp) after some mods.

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  • Same L0rrrr on Jun 05, 2015 at 11:56 am

    You wont go wrong with sushi car, although ppl will prefer the Hilux, cheaper, more reliable and better RV.

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    • I disagree. Hilux KD engines are not reliable. Yet the new Revo are using old 135mpa commonrail injection system which is same as KD engine.

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