

Matt Campbell
2026 Isuzu D-Max review
Pros
- Gruntier than 1.9L
- New eight-speed auto is smooth
- Reduced fuel consumption, emissions
Cons
- Limited availability
- X-Rider is pricey and underequipped
- No standard wireless phone charging
2 Months Ago
The Isuzu D-Max is the Japanese automaker's top-selling vehicle and is one of the top-selling utes overall. It's available in single-cab, extra-cab and dual-cab body styles in either 4x2 or 4x4.
Depending on the variant, the D-Max is available as either a cab-chassis or pickup with a tub bed.
The 2024 Isuzu D-Max is on sale now, with a wider model range and some cosmetic tweaks inside and out. Pricing is up by $500 and $3000, depending on the variant. The range now opens at $32,700 before on-roads or $32,490 drive-away for the SX Single Cab Chassis 4×2 1.9-litre manual, and extends to $70,500 before on-roads or $67,990 drive-away for the X-Terrain.
For 2024 a total of 25 D-Max variants are now offered. Two manual-equipped variants have been axed, including the SX Space Cab Chassis 4×4 3.0L and the LS-U Crew Cab Ute 4×4 3.0L.
The X-Rider, which was added as a limited-edition variant last year, has now been made a permanent member of the range. It’s available exclusively with the 3.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel, six-speed automatic and four-wheel drive, and is priced from $59,500 before on-roads.
Retail Price
Transmission
6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Rear
Fuel Type
Diesel
Body Types
Cab Chassis or Utility
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Rear-wheel Drive
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Retail Price
Transmission
6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Rear
Fuel Type
Diesel
Body Types
Cab Chassis or Utility
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Rear-wheel Drive
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The Isuzu D-Max comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being SX and the most expensive being X-Terrain.


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2 Months Ago
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,340 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,870 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,790 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm |
| Turning Circle | 12,500 mm |
| Load Capacity | 1,400 mm |
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Isuzu D-Max
The cheapest Isuzu D-Max is the SX that starts from $32,700.
See all Isuzu D-Max PricingThe most expensive Isuzu D-Max is the Blade that starts from $79,990.
See all Isuzu D-Max PricingThe best towing capacity of a Isuzu D-Max is 3500 kg offered by the following variants: SX, Ls-M, Ls-U, X-Rider, Ls-U+, X-Terrain and Blade.
See all Isuzu D-Max towing capacityThe largest Isuzu D-Max is the Blade which measures 1910mm wide, 5308mm in length and sits 1810mm tall.
The most powerful Isuzu D-Max is the Blade which has 140kW of power from its 3.0L Turbo engine.
The Isuzu D-Max is built in Thailand and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Isuzu D-Max is the Blade which weighs 3100 kg (kerb weight).
The Isuzu D-Max uses Diesel.
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