Isuzu MU-X facelift launched in Malaysia, from RM177k

Isuzu MU-X facelift launched in Malaysia, from RM177k

A few months after the Isuzu MU-X made its launch debut in Thailand, it is now time for Malaysia to welcome the updated seven-seater, body-on-frame SUV. As before, two variants are offered here – 2.5L 4×2 AT and 2.5L 4×4 AT.

Revisions start with the MU-X’s styling, which now comes with new bumpers front and rear, with the former featuring redesigned fog lamp enclosures (now with more chrome) and a grille design.

Also new are the LED headlights (previously halogen projectors) that are paired together with LED daytime running lights and LED light guides within a redesigned housing. The rear taillight clusters retain their same shape, but they gain new graphics and LED guides within them to better match the changes happening up front.

Rounding off the list of exterior changes is a more prominent spoiler mounted on the roof, along with 18-inch alloy wheels (with 255/60 tyres). The new set is larger than what is fitted to the pre-facelift MU-X variants that featured 16- and 17-inch units. The only way to tell the two variants apart is the radio antenna – shark-fin type on the four-wheel drive model and bee-sting type on the 2.5L 4×2 AT.

Moving inside, the MU-X has been made to provide a more upmarket feel than before, introducing soft-touch plastics and faux wood trim in several areas. Elsewhere, the three-spoke steering wheel gets a new emboss pattern; there’s a new look for the instrument cluster; and new quilted pattern for the beige leather seats, with all these being standard on both variants.

Other shared items include an e-LUMAX multi-info display, automatic climate control with second and third row vents, and keyless entry and start (previously available only on the higher-spec MU-X).

For the 2.5L 4×2 AT variant, a double-DIN seven-inch touchscreen head unit is standard, with AUX, USB, iPod and Bluetooth inputs. On the other hand, the range-topping 2.5L 4×4 AT gets a larger eight-inch unit, roof-mounted rear monitor and HDMI input, and retains the same number of speakers at eight.

As for the powertrain, the the 4JK1-TCX 2.5 litre turbodiesel continues to be of service here, with outputs rated at 136 PS at 3,400 rpm and 320 Nm of torque at 1,800 to 2,800 rpm. As the variant name denotes, the four-wheel drive MU-X also gets Isuzu’s Terrain Command 4WD System.

Isuzu MU-X facelift launched in Malaysia, from RM177k

The engine continues to be paired with a five-speed automatic transmission (with sequential shift) instead of a six-speed auto in the Thailand-spec MU-X. Similarly, the RZ4E-TC 1.9 litre Ddi Blue Power turbodiesel engine, found in both the Thailand D-Max and MU-X, isn’t offered here either.

Safety wise, all MU-X variants are equipped as standard with electronic stability control (ESC), traction control, ABS with EBD, brake assist, hill start assist and six airbags (front, side and curtain). A new addition here is hill descent control.

Finally, we come to pricing, with the 2.5L 4×2 AT kicking things off at RM176,640.40, followed by the 2.5L 4×4 AT at RM183,000.40. Prices are for on-the-road without insurance, and include a five-year/unlimited mileage warranty. There are four exterior body colours available – Havana Brown Mica, Silky White Pearl, Cosmic Black Mica and Titanium Silver Metallic – the first two being new to the MU-X here.

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Gerard Lye

Originating from the corporate world with a background in finance and economics, Gerard’s strong love for cars led him to take the plunge into the automotive media industry. It was only then did he realise that there are more things to a car than just horsepower count.

 

Comments

  • We wait Proton Boyue

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    • Kelab Kunta on Aug 04, 2017 at 12:24 pm

      Isuzu make really good quality cars. My Isuzu Trooper I bought in 1985, I am still using. 32 yrs still going strong.

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    • Bernard Christie Francis on Jul 13, 2018 at 1:15 pm

      Haiyah

      Isuzu want to sell sell with the proper engine herein Malaysia too, dont give us rubbish
      Then we go for other make n model

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  • Heres ur 7seater SUV that bashers clamour for. If basher is truth, then MUX sales will tapau CRV. If not, then basher tipoo.

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  • Bring the 1.9 bluediesel engine plss

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    • landan on Aug 04, 2017 at 2:51 pm

      I agree. To bring the 1.9 is a smart move. Sooner rather than later or it will be too late. I think it already is late.

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  • sohhai on Aug 04, 2017 at 12:00 pm

    God…the interior looks awful especially the center stack

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  • Ravind on Aug 04, 2017 at 12:27 pm

    Wow, this is supposed to compete with the CR-V? Good luck Isuzu.

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    • theanswer on Aug 04, 2017 at 5:40 pm

      nope. MUX competer with fortuner and everest. it’s a ladder frame suv.

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  • LembuKini on Aug 04, 2017 at 12:44 pm

    ..why copy Almera centre console? I thought netizen said the round radial ugly? Isuzu, where’s your Research team?

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  • Mux chicks on Aug 04, 2017 at 1:10 pm

    Nice legs!!

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  • Maria on Aug 04, 2017 at 1:15 pm

    Not bad with sufficent safety for its class..Only the inside is not my taste at all..Now toyota can send their unfotuner to grave with lack of high spec diesel

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  • vincent on Aug 04, 2017 at 1:59 pm

    Seriously, it doesn’t worth the price, the interior quality really below par for that kind of price. The interior plastic feels cheap. Go and experience yourself and you know what i mean.

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    • Smart buyer not only search for looks. But what they offer inside for the price. BTW both this and market leading Fortuner doesn’t worth the price.

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  • Powershot on Aug 04, 2017 at 2:30 pm

    Finally Isuzu increase the number of airbags from 2 to 6. unfortunately we didn’t get the new powertrain & transmission.

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  • Loudpost on Aug 04, 2017 at 3:43 pm

    Not an xcites news. Should bring 1.9L & 6-speed. Stockpile lama2 tak terjual nanti.

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    • Kawenih on Aug 04, 2017 at 3:56 pm

      Agree! It’s been too long….everyone else is downsizing nowadays.

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  • Dogbert on Aug 04, 2017 at 3:51 pm

    Correct me if wrong, previously all models only 2 airbags now 6 ?

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  • Gringo on Aug 05, 2017 at 8:31 am

    “The engine continues to be paired with a five-speed automatic transmission (with sequential shift) instead of a six-speed auto in the Thailand-spec MU-X. Similarly, the RZ4E-TC 1.9 litre Ddi Blue Power turbodiesel engine, found in both the Thailand D-Max and MU-X, isn’t offered here either.”……..why oh why?

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  • haiya drive defender la easier.

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  • how to pronounce mu-x?
    #iamnoob

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