24Isuzu D-MAX

Isuzu D-MAX

3.7

248 reviews · Statistics

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Build Quality
3.7 (67)
Value for Money
3.9 (67)
Cleaning & Maintenance
3.9 (64)
Noise Level
3.3 (63)
Braking
4.1 (64)
Acceleration / Power
3.8 (65)
Gear Shifting
3.6 (62)
Suspension
3.6 (66)
Fuel Efficiency
4.1 (66)
Handling
3.9 (66)
Interior Design
3.8 (64)
Boot Size
4.3 (49)
Comfort
3.7 (62)
Features
3.5 (62)
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D-MAX X-TERRAIN

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Reviews

248 reviews
u2inoz
u2inoz · 12 posts

Ute that drives like a car

D-MAX 4x4 X-Terrain (2020-2023)
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Mike R
Mike R Southwest, VIC · 47 posts

Vehicle is good performer, but not Isuzu Assist

D-MAX 4x2 LS-U High Ride (2017-2023)
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Brett
Brett Central Coast · 4 posts
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Dont believe Isuzu false promises on delivery times

D-MAX 4x4 SX (2017-2023)
james d.
james d. Gippsland, VIC

Buyers beware!

D-MAX RC.I (2012-2016)
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Dimitri
Dimitri

DPF problem, no warranty support

D-MAX 4x4 LS-U (2017-2023)
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Stephmates
Stephmates Peel, WA · 29 posts

Ticks all the boxes for a great 4x4 ute

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X.o classic
X.o classic South East Queensland, QLD · 3 posts

Complete failure

D-MAX 4x4 SX (2017-2023)
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GlobalRoamer333
GlobalRoamer333 New South Wales · 7 posts

Rated as a reasonable buy after 15 months use

D-MAX 4x2 SX High Ride 3.0L (2017-2023)
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Paul N
Paul N Brisbane · 4 posts

The best 4WD Ute I’ve ever owned!

D-MAX RC.I (2012-2016)
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MaxDanger
MaxDanger Perth, WA · 2 posts

Perfect Euthanasia Device

D-MAX 4x4 LS-M (2017-2023)
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allan
allan warragul, vic, 3820 · 3 posts

automatic transmission

D-MAX RC.I (2012-2016)
Camilla C.
Camilla C. Canberra 2600, ACT

Ute Tray Leaks

D-MAX 4x4 X-Terrain (2020-2023)
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trilogy
trilogy · 12 posts

nice ute with some dumb things

D-MAX 4x4 LS-U (2017-2023)
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anneandsparky
anneandsparky Hunter Region, NSW · 24 posts

Third Isuzu on the trot!

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THe Bear
THe Bear Glenwood · 80 posts

12 years old, 200000 kms and have never spent a penny on it

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Questions & Answers

Karen30
Karen30 ·  · D-MAX RC.II (2017-2023)

Will a 2021 xterrain roller and sail plane fit my 2023 LSU+

Brett
Brett · 

Hi Karen, I dont know - its something you'd best check with Isuzu themselves.

Karen30
Karen30 · 

I did phone isuzu but they couldn’t tell me
They couldn’t even tell me if the tubs are all the same size

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Andy
Andy ·  · D-MAX RC.II (2017-2023)

Hi I have a 2017 d max, intermittently throwing codes for communication error to tcm, live data shows irregular and high voltage to tcm. any one come across this before?

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Liz J
Liz J ·  · D-MAX

Can the autonomous emergency braking be turned off permanently? (2022 Dmax)Or do you have to turn it off in the menu every time you start it up?

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CategoryUtesUtesUtesUtes
Starting Price $55,230$51,097$67,990$38,513
Warranty Distance 150000 kms150000 kms150000 kms150000 kms
TransmissionAutomatic and ManualAutomatic and ManualAutomaticAutomatic
Drive TypeFour Wheel Drive (4WD)Four Wheel Drive (4WD)Four Wheel Drive (4WD)Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Fuel TypeDieselDieselDieselDiesel
Wheels17" Alloy16" Alloy18" Dark Grey Alloy16" Steel
ANCAP Safety Rating5 Stars5 Stars5 Stars5 Stars
Doors 2 to 42 to 42 to 4
Seats 4 to 52 to 52 to 5
Fuel Consumption7.9 L/100km7.9 L/100km8 L/100km7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L76 L76 L76 L
Engine4 Cylinder 3.0L Turbo Diesel4 Cylinder 3.0L Turbo Diesel4 Cylinder 3.0L3-litre turbo-diesel, in-line 4-cylinder, DOHC, 16-valve with Diesel Particulate Diffuser (DPD)
Engine Code4JJ1-TC4JJ1-TC34JJ1-TCX4JJ3-TCX
Max Power130kW @ 3600rpm130kW @ 3600rpm140kW @ 3600 rpm140kW @ 3600 rpm
Max Torque430Nm @ 2000-2200rpm430Nm @ 2000-2200rpm450Nm @ 1600-2600 rpm450Nm @ 1600-2600 rpm
Country of ManufactureThailandThailandThailandThailand
Phone ConnectivityAndroid Auto (Wired), Android Auto (Wireless), Apple CarPlay (Wired), Apple CarPlay (Wireless) and USBAndroid Auto (Wired), Android Auto (Wireless), Apple CarPlay (Wired), Apple CarPlay (Wireless) and USBAndroid Auto (Wired), Android Auto (Wireless), Apple CarPlay (Wired), Apple CarPlay (Wireless) and USB
Security FeaturesImmobilizerImmobilizerImmobilizerImmobilizer
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTelescoping (Electric) and Up/DownTelescoping (Electric) and Up/DownTelescoping (Electric) and Up/DownTelescoping (Electric) and Up/Down
Maximum Towing Capacity (braked)3,500 kg3,500 kg3,500 kg3,500 kg
Maximum Towing Capacity (unbraked)750 kg750 kg750 kg750 kg
Tray TypePick UpCab Chassis and Pick UpCab ChassisCab Chassis and Pick Up
Cab Options Dual and ExtraDual, Extra and SingleExtraDual, Extra and Single
Maximum Payload1,029 kg1,034 kg970 kg1,300 kg
Ground Clearance235 mm225 mm240 mm225 mm
Manufacturer Warranty6 year(s)6 year(s)6 year(s)6 year(s)
Keyless Features
Keyless Locking/UnlockingYesYesYesYes
IgnitionKeyless Start/StopKeyless Start/StopKeyless Start/StopKeyless Start/Stop
Headlights
Headlight TypeLEDHalogenLEDHalogen
Headlight FeaturesAuto High-Beam DipAuto High-Beam Dip
Safety Features
Cruise ControlAdaptive (ACC)Adaptive (ACC)Adaptive (ACC)Adaptive (ACC)
Hazard PerceptionBlind Spot Monitoring (BSM) and Forward Collision WarningBlind Spot Monitoring (BSM) and Forward Collision WarningBlind Spot Monitoring (BSM) and Forward Collision WarningBlind Spot Monitoring (BSM) and Forward Collision Warning
Dimensions
Ground Clearance235 mm225 mm240 mm225 mm
Driver Information
Built-In Navigation SystemYesYes
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