The 2025 Isuzu D-Max, a pick-up truck, is being showcased at the 2025 Bangkok International Motor Show (BIMS). Although it’s not a new model, it features a significant update under the hood. The 1.9-liter RZ4E-TC diesel engine has been replaced by the new 2.2-liter RZ4F-TC Ddi MaxForce mill, which offers improved performance, fuel efficiency, and reduced emissions.
The new engine boasts a 13 horsepower and 50 Nm of torque increase over its predecessor, with a massive 56% boost in torque from a standstill. Additionally, Isuzu claims a 10.7% reduction in extra-urban fuel consumption and the lowest carbon dioxide emissions in its class. The engine is paired with a new eight-speed Rev Tronic automatic transmission or a six-speed manual transmission.
The 2025 Isuzu D-Max is also available in a new color, Elbrus Grey Opaque, and the MU-X SUV has also received the facelift. The MU-X features an aggressive new design, including eyebrow-style LED daytime running lights, a large downturned grille, and X-shaped bumpers. Inside, the updates are minimal, with a new instrument cluster and infotainment system.
The equipped vehicle will be available in several countries, starting with the Philippines in the first quarter of 2024, and may take a few years to reach other countries like Malaysia, where a detailed assessment of the local driving conditions and fuel quality may take time.