India can look forward to an all-new Isuzu D-Max V-Cross

Indian customers of Isuzu vehicles can definitely look forward to a new full-model-changed Isuzu D-Max pick up vehicle. Isuzu Thailand has already released the pictures of the new Isuzu D-Max pick up vehicle.   Sales of this all-new Isuzu D-Max will begin globally from October 19, 2019.

In India, Isuzu Motors India offers the D-Max model both in the commercial vehicle segment as well as the passenger vehicle segment.  In the passenger vehicle segment it is sold as the D-Max V-Cross Adventure Utility Vehicle. Recently, the company enhanced the looks and features of the V-Cross and also gave the option of a new 1.9 litre engine mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission.  The V-Cross also comes with a 2.5 litre diesel engine.

In the commercial vehicle segment, Isuzu offer a single cab as well as a double cab version (S-Cab) of the D-Max. These are powered by a 2.5 litre, turbocharged diesel engine that produces 78hp and is mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox with overdrive.

The Isuzu D-Max V-Cross Adventure Utility Vehicle comes in two variants in India. The V-Cross High + (Z Prestige) is powered by a 4 cylinder, common rail, VGS Turbo intercooled diesel engine. This is a Bharat Stage IV engine with a displacement of 1898 cc. The engine generates a maximum power of 150hp@ 3600 rpm and a maximum torque of 350 Nm @ 1800-2600 rpm. This shift on the fly 4 wheel drive vehicle comes with a 6 speed automatic transmission.

The V-Cross High (Z) model is powered by a 4 cylinder, common rail, VGS turbo intercooled diesel engine. This Bharat Stage IV engine has a displacement of 2499cc and produces a maximum power of 134 hp@ 3600 rpm and a maximum torque of 320 Nm @ 1800-2800 rpm. This shift on the fly 4 wheel drive vehicle comes with a 5-speed manual transmission. The Isuzu D-Max pick-ups are  produced at the Isuzu Motors India manufacturing plant at SriCity, Andhra Pradesh.

Global launch of an all-new D-Max

In Thailand, the D-Max is a very popular pick up vehicle and is designed not only as a passenger car for personal use but also as a vehicle of station-wagon type for business use. Lean, rational assembly structure and extensive use of high-tensile steel plates achieved light but firm vehicle body. To live up to popularity of D-Max in Thailand where rain falls steadily, its anti-corrosion ability is greatly improved, and it is capable of driving through the river bed for 800mm. Moreover, it's designed in such a way that its electrical architecture flexibly accommodates evolution in security and connected technologies.

The D-Max now has a very chunky exterior profile with a wedge body shape that constitutes more powerful, swishing silhouette than ever before. In the headlamps, bi-led projectors combined with stylish signature lamps are installed giving an eager, intense look. In the tail lamps, dual LED edge lights are employed. These new light designs generate a unique, stylish appearance both front and rear.

A neatly integrated step bumper is mounted on the rear, giving an all-new, sophisticated look.

A 9-inch display is mounted in the center of a horizontally-flowing instrumental panel. Strikingly contrasting design is created by sharp and rich surface textures. The new D-Max's interior is designed to generate a first-class appearance with the introduction of a floor console, which is now taller and wider. Also, it is designed to enfold the driver and passenger as if they were in a cockpit of an airplane.

Detailed attention is paid to its interior components having embossed and texturised surfaces to achieve a high-end, sporty look.

For Thailand, the 4JJ3 engine is newly developed based on the reliable and well-received 4JJ1 diesel engine (3 litre displacement). The combined effects of high injection pressure, electronically-controlled VSG turbocharger, heat-insulating coating on the piston, double-scissors gear, etc. has yielded the engine featuring high power, low fuel consumption and low noise.

The engine performance of RZ4E diesel engine (1.9 litre displacement) is also revamped by optimising its gear ratio and control systems. With regard to the automatic transmission developed for RZ4E diesel engine, a downsized torque converter and lockup clutch integrated with a wide-angle damper provide improvements in fuel consumption and response.

A single propeller shaft made of aluminum is now incorporated in the 4x4 vehicle to achieve a significant weight reduction. The new D-Max is also mounted with an electromagnetic rear differential lock.

With an enhanced transfer of power to the wheels, it now takes shorter time to switch between 2-wheel and 4-wheel drive as well as between high and low.

With regard to the new D-Max's high-ride model, not only its steering unit has been revised to reduce the effort required for steering, but also a change in the gear ratio has improved its steering performance. It comes with a tilt/telescopic steering column to accommodate drivers of all sizes.