7.9
2024 Isuzu MU-X review
The entry-level MU-X offers plenty of good gear but feels a bit budget on the inside – should it be on your shortlist?
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Matt Campbell
2022 Isuzu MU-X vs 2024 Porsche Cayenne Comparison
Isuzu MU-X
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Porsche Cayenne
2022 Isuzu
MU-X
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2024 Porsche
Cayenne
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv large category, between scores of 7 and 8.6.
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7.9
8.5
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Based on the Isuzu MU-X LS-M (4x4)
Based on the Porsche Cayenne S
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
TowingFuel Efficiency
80L
624 to 664 km
70L - 90L
175 to 1125 km
Warranty
6 year
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3 year
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MSRP
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$138,700 - $364,700
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CarExpert's Take
Matt Campbell
Senior Contributor
Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Choice of 4x2 or 4x4
- Low entry price point
- 3.5-tonne towing capacity
Misses
- Laughable media screen size
- Missing some amenities on the inside
- Black plastic exterior door handles
Anthony Crawford
Senior Road Tester
Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Phenomenal ride and handling
- V8 delivers instant response, addictive exhaust
- Interior a perfect blend of tech, driver focus
Misses
- Big price premium over base variant
- Some option prices seem crazy high
- Get ready to spend on fuel
Standard Features
| 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 | ||
Optional Features
- Mica Paint (+$650)
- Metallic Paint (+$650)
- Accent Package - Colour Special (+$1,140)
- Air Quality System (+$890)
- Aluminium Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised (+$4,370)
- Anti-theft Wheel Bolts (+$130)
- Carbon Floor Mats - Leather Edging (+$1,990)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO CDI | TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 2999 | 2995 - 3996 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 3.0L | 4.0L, 3.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| DIESEL TURBO 4 | TWIN TURBO V8, TURBO V6, BI TURBO V8 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 24 - 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 140kW | 224kW - 485kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 3600 | 5000 - 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 450Nm | 420Nm - 850Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1600 | 1400 - 2400 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 16.3 | 9.7 - 11.2 | |
