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    2027 Isuzu D-Max, MU-X facelift debuts new twin-turbo diesel

    While the visual updates are quite minor, the Isuzu D-Max and MU-X are now available in Thailand with a new 2.2-litre bi-turbo diesel engine.

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    Derek Fung

    Derek Fung

    Journalist

    Derek Fung

    Derek Fung

    Journalist

    Isuzu is keeping its D-Max ute and MU-X SUV fresh with a small visual update, and a new bi-turbo diesel engine option.

    Both the facelifted D-Max and MU-X range made their debut over the weekend in Thailand, where they are produced for both local and international markets, including Australia.

    The main mechanical change is the availability of a new Bi-Turbo engine in high-spec trims of both cars.

    Based on the 2.2-litre Ddi Maxforce turbo-diesel launched globally in late 2024, the new Bi-Turbo variant cranks out 150kW of power at 3600rpm, and 500Nm of torque between 1600 and 2600rpm.

    A grey Isuzu D-Max Spark single-cab ute carrying a load of coconuts, driving along a dusty dirt track through a palm plantation
    Updated D-Max

    The new engine features a high pressure (250MPa) 10-hole injector system, and is hooked up to a six-speed manual or a retuned eight-speed automatic transmission.

    By comparison, the existing single-turbo version, which is currently available in the local D-Max range, is rated at just 120kW and 400Nm.

    The updated D-Max can be identified by its selection of lightly revised front fascias. Some models include a colour-coded blade for the fog light surround and have a slightly smaller grille. Across the board there are new designs for the grille inserts, including one version with three rectangular ports near the leading edge of the bonnet.

    A light blue 2027 Isuzu MU-X SUV with a black grille and green-accented headlights, seen from the front in a studio
    Revised MU-X
    Blue-grey 2027 Isuzu MU-X facelift SUV in a studio, seen from the rear and side, with a 2.2 Biturbo display number plate
     

    The closely-related MU-X SUV has also been given a visual tweak to welcome twin-turbo engine to the family.

    For the vast majority of MU-X variants, the changes seem limited to a new grille insert featuring twin horizontal bars that are much closer together, and a redesigned rear diffusers.

    The range-topping RS model, on which our X-Terrain variant is based, also gains a new fog light surround that's entirely finished in gloss black, a new 'Supreme Onyx Grille', and a lime green highlight colour, which adorns the wheel caps, badges, interior stitching and the new arrow blade in the headlight cluster.

    In Thailand the updated D-Max and MU-X range will begin appearing in showrooms at the end of October.

    MORE: Explore the Isuzu D-Max showroom | MU-X showroom

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    Derek Fung

    Derek Fung

    Journalist

    Derek Fung

    Journalist

    Derek Fung would love to tell you about his multiple degrees, but he's too busy writing up some news right now. In his spare time Derek loves chasing automotive rabbits down the hole. Based in New York, New York, Derek loves to travel and is very much a window not an aisle person.

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