2026 Isuzu D-Max review

A newer 2.2L turbo-diesel arrives in multiple D-Max variants, bringing more power and torque than the existing 1.9L, and better towing, too.

The Isuzu D-Max is a staple in the Australian ute market, and it still stacks up well against the segment leaders.

Walkinshaw's latest project involves the Isuzu D-Max. While some key traits have been improved, we feel it's only scratched the surface.

The D-Max is a staple in the Australian ute market, and this year's updates have done well to bring it up to speed against the competition.

The Isuzu D-Max remains a strong seller in Australia, and models like the X-Rider are a key part of why. It's in a sweet spot for ute buyers.

The Isuzu D-Max is now fresher inside and out, has more safety tech across the range, and is more user-friendly – though it comes at a cost.

Everything you need to know about the popular Isuzu D-Max ute in one place.

The Isuzu D-Max is a strong seller with a strong following. How does it stack up in the hands of an off-roader?

Australia's third top-selling dual-cab ute, the Isuzu D-Max, is tested here in its flagship X-Terrain specification level.

The 2023 Isuzu D-Max brings some minor upgrades to a segment staple, which we test here in LS-U+ specification level.

Isuzu's new 1.9-litre D-Max offers cab-chassis buyers a more affordable option, with lower running costs and a lower price.

There wasn't much wrong with the D-Max, but that hasn't stopped Isuzu from refining the formula for 2022.

A few minor tweaks for 2022 keep the market's number-three dual-cab ute fresh. Let's revisit the D-Max in flagship X-Terrain guise.

The Isuzu D-Max is priced right up against the top-selling Ford Ranger and Toyota HiLux, but it justifies the ask.

The Isuzu D-Max makes sense at the top end of the range, and it makes sense in base SX guise. Sure, you miss some of the tinsel, but there's no getting away from the fact this is a very good ute.

If you've just bought a new dual-cab ute or an SUV and there are controls for the four-wheel drive system, would you know what to do with them? We run through the basics of 2H, 4H, 4L, hill descent control and differential locks.