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The new Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain is a massive step up on its predecessor, and should convert some Ranger and HiLux buyers to the cause. But in a straight line, it can't match the Amarok V6. So is this old warhorse still worth a look?
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
While options and pricing haven’t been confirmed yet, we know the Amarok will be available in eight exterior colours including one colour unique to VW.
A new Sunshine Orange mica exterior paint colour is offered exclusively on the X-Terrain following the discontinuation of Volcanic Amber metallic.
The 2024 D-Max range will be offered in nine colours. All except Mineral White come at a $500 premium.
The Volkswagen Amarok remains an impressive ute even with the less powerful bi-turbo diesel four-cylinder engine.
William Stopford
Australia's third top-selling dual-cab ute, the Isuzu D-Max, is tested here in its flagship X-Terrain specification level.
Mike Costello
Type | ||
BI TURBO CDI, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO CDI | TURBO CDI | |
Size (cc) | ||
1996 - 2993 | 1898 - 2999 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.0L, 2.3L, 3.0L | 3.0L, 1.9L | |
Induction | ||
BI TURBO DIESEL 4, TURBO 4, DIESEL TURBO V6, DIESEL TURBO 4 | DIESEL TURBO 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
12 - 24 | 16 | |
Power | ||
125kW - 222kW | 110kW - 140kW | |
Power RPM | ||
3250 - 5900 | 3600 | |
Torque | ||
405Nm - 600Nm | 350Nm - 450Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1750 - 3350 | 1600 - 1800 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
10 - 16.5 | 15.9 - 16.3 |