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About the Isuzu D-Max
The new Isuzu D-Max is a Pickup. Available in Australia from $36,200 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the SX variant and topping out at $80,900 for the Blade.
There are 6 variants of the D-Max available in Australia and this generation went on sale in October of 2025.
Engine options include 3.0L turbo (140kW/450Nm) and 2.2L turbo (120kW/400Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic or 8-speed automatic transmissions. Both four-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2025 D-Max is offered with a 6 year, 150,000 km warranty.
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Power to Weight
59.7 - 82.35 kW/t
51.93 kW/t
148.05 kW/t
Fuel Efficiency
6.3 - 7.8 L/100km
1.7 L/100km
12.8 L/100km
Vehicle Range
974 - 1,206 km
672 km
4,412 km
Price
$36,200 - $80,900
$33,990
$177,950
Warranty (Years)
6 years
3 years
10 years
Warranty (Distance)
150,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
New this year - 1 year
1 year
3 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
3,000 - 3,100 kg
2,910 kg
5,352 kg
Gross Comb. Mass
5,850 - 6,000 kg
5,370 kg
12,837 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
3,500 kg
2,500 kg
4,500 kg
Approach Angle
26.9 - 30.5°
20.2°
40.7°
Departure Angle
19 - 25.3°
17.9°
29.2°
Ground Clearance Unladen
235 - 244 mm
188 mm
296 mm
Payload Capacity
900 - 1,350 kg
685 kg
1,652 kg
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Isuzu D-Max News
2025 Isuzu D-Max Reviews
2025 Isuzu D-Max Price
SX
Ls-U
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Utility, Diesel, RWD | $57,000 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4 | $65,000 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4 | $63,500 |
X-Rider
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4 | $61,500 |
| 2.2L, 8-speed auto, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4 | $59,500 |
Ls-U+
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4 | $68,000 |
X-Terrain
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4 | $73,000 |
Blade
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Utility, Diesel, 4x4 | $80,900 |
*excl. on-roads
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2025 Isuzu D-Max Specs
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2025 Isuzu D-Max Fuel Economy
There are 5 different fuel economy figures for the Isuzu D-Max
The most fuel efficient Isuzu D-Max is the SX with a 8-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.2L Turbo and uses 6.3L of Diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Isuzu D-Max that uses the most amount of fuel is the X-Terrain with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 3.0L Turbo and uses 7.8L of Diesel per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the Isuzu D-Max variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| Isuzu D-Max | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, 4x4 | Diesel | 7.8 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, 4x4 | Diesel | 7.8 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 2-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, RWD | Diesel | 7.8 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, RWD | Diesel | 7.8 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, 4x4 | Diesel | 7.1 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, RWD | Diesel | 7.1 L/100km |
| 2.2L, 8-speed auto, 2-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, RWD | Diesel | 6.9 L/100km |
| 2.2L, 8-speed auto, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, RWD | Diesel | 6.9 L/100km |
| 2.2L, 8-speed auto, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, RWD | Diesel | 6.3 L/100km |
| 2.2L, 8-speed auto, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, 4x4 | Diesel | 6.6 L/100km |
| 2.2L, 8-speed auto, 4-door Cab Chassis, Diesel, 4x4 | Diesel | 7.1 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Isuzu D-Max?
The Isuzu D-Max has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.
2025 Isuzu D-Max Warranty
What is the warranty on a Isuzu D-Max?
The Isuzu D-Max offers a 6 year 150,000 km limit warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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Isuzu D-Max FAQs
The cheapest Isuzu D-Max is the SX that starts from $36,200.
The most expensive Isuzu D-Max is the Blade that starts from $80,900.
The best towing capacity of a Isuzu D-Max is 3500 kg offered by the following variants: SX, Ls-U, X-Rider, Ls-U+, X-Terrain and Blade.
The 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.