KUCHING: Isuzu Malaysia has launched the face-lifted D-Max that comes with a new 1.9-litre turbodiesel engine, and is joined by the current 3.0-litre in the range.
The new 1.9-litre unit effectively replaces the 2.5-litre engine and is better in all aspects including weight, emissions, efficiency and power.
To cater to a wider audience, there will be a total of 11 variants including single and double-cab, manual and auto, hi and low-ride, and Type-B (Basic) and Premium.
Designed to meet future requirements for reduced fuel consumption and lower CO2 emissions, the new 1898cc engine surpasses all its design parameters despite its small displacement by increasing engine performance, durability and better economy, lower NVH, lower friction and operating cost.
Its low fuel consumption and CO2 led to the 1.9-litre Isuzu D-Max being the very first pick-up truck in the country to be certified based on UN Regulations 101 with the Energy Efficient Vehicle (EEV) status by the Road Transport Department (JPJ).
Isuzu Malaysia chief executive officer Koji Nakamura said the new Isuzu D-Max 1.9-litre Blue Power combined cutting-edge technology and Isuzu know-how to provide users with the ideal combination of durability, performance and economy.
“Pick-up truck users place a high demand on their vehicles to help them get the job done. They require trucks that are intrinsically capable, operating with minimum fuss or cost.
“In this respect, the new Isuzu D-Max offers excellent value from its enhanced performance, lower fuel consumption, lower operating costs and lower road tax too,” he said.
