7.8
2025 Isuzu MU-X review
MU-X buyers can choose between two engines, two drive types and three trim levels, but the 1.9-litre 4x4 LS-U isn't the perfect permutation.
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Josh Nevett
2023 Isuzu MU-X vs 2024 Ineos Grenadier Comparison
Isuzu MU-X
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Ineos Grenadier
2023 Isuzu
MU-X
vs
2024 Ineos
Grenadier
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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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7.8
7.9
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Based on the Isuzu MU-X LS-U (4x4)
Based on the Ineos Grenadier QUARTERMASTER
Best suitable for...
Towing
Off-roading
Driving the familyFuel Efficiency
80L
592 to 664 km
90L
945 to 1134 km
Warranty
6 year
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5 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
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$97,000 - $118,000
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CarExpert's Take
Josh Nevett
Marketplace Journalist
Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Proven off-road capability
- Fuel-efficient
- Space for seven adults
Misses
- Lethargic engine
- Towing capacity down on rivals
- Slow infotainment system
Jack Quick
Assistant Production Editor
Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Sweet inline-six engines
- Comfortable off the beaten path
- Lots of physical switchgear
Misses
- Spare wheel eats into tub space
- Payload down on top-selling rivals
- Huge turning circle
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)
- 18 Inch Alloy Wheels (+$1,875)
- Contrast Ladder Frame (+$1,480)
- Contrast Roof (+$1,775)
- Heavy Duty Seat Covers - Front (+$490)
- Integrated Heavy Duty Winch 5.5 Tonne (+$5,705)
Colours Available
The 2023 Isuzu MU-X is available in the following exterior paint colours:
- Basalt black mica
- Cobalt blue mica
- Galaxy blue mica (LS-U and LS-T only) (NEW)
- Magnetic red mica
- Mercury silver metallic
- Mineral white
- Moonstone white pearl (LS-U and LS-T only)
- Obsidian grey mica
All premium paints cost an additional $650.
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Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO CDI | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TWIN TURBO CDI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1898 - 2999 | 2993 - 2998 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 3.0L, 1.9L | 3.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| DIESEL TURBO 4 | TURBO 6, DIESEL TWIN TURBO 6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 140kW | 183kW - 210kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 3600 | 3250 - 4740 | |
| Torque | ||
| 450Nm | 450Nm - 550Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1600 | 1250 - 1790 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 16.3 | 11 - 16.5 | |
