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
2024 Isuzu MU-X vs 2022 Mercedes-Maybach GLS Comparison
Isuzu MU-X
Mercedes-Maybach GLS
2024 Isuzu
MU-X
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2022 Mercedes-Maybach
GLS
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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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Based on the Isuzu MU-X LS-U (4x4)
Based on the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Towing
Long distance drivingFuel Efficiency
80L
592 to 664 km
90L
1125 km
Warranty
6 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$47,400 - $69,400
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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
Paul Maric
Founder
Paul Maric drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Incredible level of luxury and fit and finish
- Stonking twin-turbocharged V8
- Handles nicely despite its size
Misses
- Can easily be confused for a regular GLS
- Misses out on the V12 engine from the Maybach S-Class
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)
- High Gloss Lines (+$1,300)
- Luxury Individual Seats Package (+$9,500)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$1,100)
- Nappa Leather Two-tone (+$28,400)
- Refrigerated Compartment Package (+$3,200)
Colours Available
The 2024 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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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO CDI | BI TURBO DIR F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1898 - 2999 | 3982 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 3.0L, 1.9L | 4.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| DIESEL TURBO 4 | BI TURBO V8 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 140kW | 410kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 3600 | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 450Nm | 730Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1600 | 2500 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 16.3 | 10.5 | |
