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 2023 Peugeot 5008 Comparison
Isuzu MU-X
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Peugeot 5008
2024 Isuzu
MU-X
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2023 Peugeot
5008
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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
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Based on the Isuzu MU-X LS-U (4x4)
Based on the Peugeot 5008 GT SPORT 1.6 THP 133
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
TowingFuel Efficiency
80L
592 to 664 km
56L
280 to 314 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
6 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$47,400 - $69,400
$65,657 - $66,770
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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
Anthony Crawford
Senior Road Tester
Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Looks and feels more premium than most rivals
- Smart cabin design, a proper seven seater
- Plenty of poke, good ride comfort
Misses
- More expensive than most rivals
- Not cheap to service
- Misses out on some assist systems
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)
- Metallic Paint (+$690)
- Premium Paint (+$1,050)
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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Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO CDI | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO CDI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1898 - 2999 | 1598 - 1997 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 3.0L, 1.9L | 1.6L, 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| DIESEL TURBO 4 | TURBO 4, DIESEL TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 140kW | 131kW - 133kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 3600 | 3750 - 5500 | |
| Torque | ||
| 450Nm | 250Nm - 400Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1600 | 1650 - 2000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 16.3 | 10.5 - 16 | |
