Overview
The 2018 Isuzu D-max LS-U HI-RIDE (4x2) is a rear wheel drive Crew Cab Utility that was released to the Australian market on 2nd January 2018 classified as a TF MY18. The Isuzu D-max is regarded as a pick up or cab chassis 4x2 built in Thailand with prices from a dealer as a used car starting at $26,700.
The Isuzu D-max is a rear wheel drive 4 door with 5 seats, powered by a 3.0L Diesel Turbo 4 Cylinder engine that has 130 kW of power (at 3600 rpm) and 430 Nm of torque (at 1800 rpm) via a 6 Speed Automatic. Isuzu claims the D-Max LS-U HI-RIDE (4x2) uses 7.7L/100km of diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 203g of CO2. It has a 76L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 987km per full tank.
The Isuzu D-max measures 1855mm (73.0 inches) in height, 5295mm (208.5 inches) in length, 1860mm (73.2 inches) in width with a 3095mm (121.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1860kg (4100.6 lbs) of unladen weight. The D-Max LS-U HI-RIDE (4x2) comes standard with 255/65 R17 front tyres and 255/65 R17 rear tyres. It requires a service every 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 60 month, 130km warranty.
The 2018 Isuzu D-max LS-U HI-RIDE (4x2) has a 235mm ground clearance with a 3500kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
The Isuzu D-max has received a 5 star rating from ANCAP. The VIN number can be found on the Mid Driver Side Chassis and the compliance plate is located on the RHS Corner of Deflector Panel. An example VIN number would be similar to MPATFS85JDT000011.
Pros
- Torquey, smooth powertrain
- Spacious cabin with great front seats
- Lane-keeping aid made friendlier
Cons
- Price hike since launch
- Narrow driver’s footrest
- Smaller touchscreen looks cheap
Dimensions
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
Specifications
| Type | Turbo Common Rail Diesel Injection |
|---|---|
| Size (cc) | 2999 |
| Size (L) | - |
| Induction | Diesel Turbo 4 Cylinder |
| Camshaft | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | 16 |
| Power | 130kW |
| Power RPM | 3600 |
| Torque | 430Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 |
| Bore Stroke | 95.4x104.9 |
| Compression Ratio | 17.30 |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Automatic |
|---|---|
| Final Gear Ratio | 0.000 |
| Suspension Front | coil spring, double wishbone, gas damper, independent, stabiliser bar |
| Suspension Rear | gas damper, semi elliptic leaf spring |
| Steering Mechanism | RACK & PINION - POWER ASSISTED |
| Drive | RWD |
| Fuel Combined (L/100km) | 7.7 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Urban (L/100km) | 9.5 |
| Fuel Extra Urban (L/100km) | 6.7 |
| Tank Size (L) | 76 |
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| e10 Compatible | - |
| CO2 Combined | 203 |
| CO2 Urban | 250 |
| CO2 Extra Urban | 176 |
| Brake Front | DISC - VENTILATED |
|---|---|
| Brake Rear | DRUM |
| Tyre Front | 255/65 R17 |
| Tyre Rear | 255/65 R17 |
| Front Rim Size | 7x17 |
| Rear Rim Size | 7x17 |
| Vehicle Height (mm) | 1855 |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Length (mm) | 5295 |
| Vehicle Width (mm) | 1860 |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 235 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 3095 |
| Turning Circle (m) | 12.6 |
| Unladen Weight (kg) | 1860 |
| Gross Combined Weight (kg) | 5850 |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (kg) | 2950 |
| Track Front | - |
| Track Rear | - |
| Towing Capacity Brake (kg) | 3500 |
| Towing Capacity Unbraked (kg) | 750 |
| Compliance Plate Location | RHS Corner of Deflector Panel |
|---|---|
| Country Of Origin | Thailand |
| Number of Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 |
| Service Interval KMs | 15 |
| Service Interval Months | 12 |
| VIN Location | Mid Driver Side Chassis |
| VIN Number | MPATFS85JDT000011 |
| Warranty KMs | 130 |
| Warranty Months | 60 |
| Discontinued Date | 31/01/2019 |
| ANCAP Rating | 5 |
|---|---|
| Euro Air Pollution Standard | EURO 5 |