ISUZU D-MAX DIESEL

Name: ISUZU D-MAX 1.9 Utility Double Cab 4x4 Auto
Brand: ISUZU D-MAX
SKU: 55955
Availability: InStock

1.9 Utility Double Cab 4x4 Auto

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Fuel Type Diesel

Transmission Automatic

Top Speed 112mph

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Lease Type

Contract Hire Finance Lease

Contract Length

Initial Rental

Annual Mileage

Maintenance

An excess mileage charge will apply if you exceed the contracted mileage. The exact charge will be confirmed on the official quotation prior to your acceptance to proceed.

Important Information

Excess mileage charges will apply if you go over the stated contract mileage.
Vehicle damage charges may occur if the vehicle is returned outside BVRLA's Fair Wear and Tear guidelines.
All rentals are subject to the necessary finance acceptance criteria.
Prices shown are indicative and subject to change.
No ownership option is available on this lease.
Manufacturer’s maintenance schedule must be observed and additional charges may apply for failure to maintain servicing and any non fair wear and tear damage to the vehicle.
Quoted leadtimes are estimates based on information from the manufacturer and are subject to change. We will keep you up to date during the course of your order.
If you are ordering a Used Vehicle you acknowledge that some minor wear and tear or cosmetic damage may be present on the vehicle, such as small chips, scuffs, or scratches.

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Fuel Type Diesel

Transmission Automatic

Top Speed 112mph

ISUZU D-MAX Review

- Independent review from Car and Driving

Performance
7
Handling
6
Comfort
6
Space
6
Styling
7
Build
7
Value
8
Equipment
6
Economy
7
Depreciation
8
Insurance
7

By Jonathan Crouch

Introduction

If you thought Isuzu pick-ups were a bit rough and ready, it's probably about time you gave the D-Max a try. Once, this brand was really one reserved for the requirements of pure commercial operators. In this rejuvenated 'RG'-series form though, the D-Max will also suit private buyers looking for an all-terrain utility vehicle that can play the lifestyle card, thanks to sharper looks, a smarter cabin and better drive dynamics. But it's still as tough as ever - which is why so many professionals choose this Isuzu. In a marketplace full of pretenders, it's that rarest of things: the genuine article.

Models

1.9 Pick-up (diesel)

History

Once upon a time, almost every mainstream brand made a pick-up. These days though, what our US and Australian neighbours call 'trucks' or 'utes' are made only by brands really serious about this sector. And here's one of them, Isuzu, who in 2021 brought us this completely rejuvenated second generation 'RG'-series version of their contender in this segment, the D-Max. Isuzu's been selling pick-ups here since the original TF model's launch back in 1988. Which was followed in 2002 by an 'RA'-series model badged in the UK as 'Rodeo', which was updated with common rail engine tech in 2004. The replacement 'RT'-series design was launched in 2012, at which point this model line gained the 'D-Max' badging that's carried through here. In 2017, the 'RT' version got an engine transplant and facelift - which was before more stringent Euro emissions regulations arrived to almost strangle the segment. Whatever you do to it beneath the bonnet, a pick-up is never going to be particularly efficient and by the end of the century's second decade, a number of car brands in this class found that they could no longer afford to have a truck of this sort dragging down the collective across-the-range efficiency figures on which European emission fines are now based. So the Mercedes X-Class, the Fiat Fullback and the first generation Volkswagen Amarok all left the sector in 2020. Then Nissan announced their Navara model would be following suit, leaving the showrooms around the same time as the Mitsubishi L200, a casualty of that brand's exit from the UK market. Which by 2021 left only the Toyota Hilux, the Ford Ranger and the SsangYong Musso up against this D-Max. This 'RG'-series model, developed in collaboration with Mazda, was launched in Thailand in late 2019 and in other countries was sold with a 'Colorado' badge by Chevrolet and Holden. It took until early 2021 for this particular D-Max to appear here, tasked with disrupting the market dominance of the Ranger and Hilux class leaders. The 1.9-litre diesel engine was carried over from the previous model, as was the tough ladder-framed chassis, but pretty much everything else here was new - including a class-leading level of camera safety and a completely redesigned cabin. The original 'RG' design sold until mid-2023, when it was replaced by a facelifted model. It's the original 2021-2023-era 'RG' D-Maxes we look at here.

What You Get

Styling hasn't been a priority for Isuzu pick-ups in the past that offered rugged, squarical shapes, big wheels, lots of chrome - and not a lot else. But that changed a bit with the more arresting 'cage fighter'-style aesthetics of this 'RG'-series design, enough to deliver quite an overtaking statement and a far more powerful pavement stance. Most of the changes took place at the front, where the chunky, high-riding looks were embellished with a more imposing front grille which featured a pair of thick chrome bars across its width. This appendage is flanked by distinctive angled headlights, which featured more sophisticated Bi-LED beams on plusher models, with integrated LED daytime running lights - and LED fog lamps further down. Though most customers will want the Double Cab body style - which is conditional for customers wanting the top 'V-Cross' 'Adventure Range' model - Isuzu also continued to offer an 'Extended Cab' variant alongside it in the more affordable mid-level 'All-Purpose Range' (think 'back-to-front' rear doors and occasional rear seats). In the base 'Business Range', that 'Extended Cab' variant featured along with the traditional Single Cab body shape with its much longer cargo bay. All the bodywork was new for this 'RG' design; the mid-level belt line was 30mm higher, while the body length of this Double Cab variant shrunk by 30mm over the previous D-Max, compensated for by a wheelbase length increase of, you've guessed it, 30mm. Once you're inside, there's quite a difference over the old 'RT' model, driven by customer feedback that told Isuzu in no uncertain terms that a more comfortable cabin was required this time round. There's still the high-set driving position that's typical of a pick-up in this class, but everything else changed considerably. Most notably perhaps, the 'RG' D-Max entered the era of screen tech - there's a 4.2-inch display flanking the analogue dials in the redesigned instrument cluster. And for plusher DL40 and V-Cross models, the centre stack gained a modern touchscreen which will be either 7 or 9-inches in size (depending on spec) and includes 'Apple CarPlay'/'Android Auto' smartphone-mirroring. All-round visibility isn't bad for a pick-up, the seats are far more supportive and there's plenty of cabin storage. What's it like for rear passengers in the Double Cab model? Well there are huge grab handles by both doors to help you haul yourself in. DL40 and V-Cross variants get re-designed and very substantial side steps too. Which you'll need because like most pick-ups, the floor height is rather high. Once inside, there's slightly more passenger comfort than is provided by some rival models, thanks to the increase in wheelbase length, all of which has been used to the benefit of rear-seated folk. There's certainly a little more legroom than there was previously and, as before, there's decent room for head and shoulders. You'll also appreciate the way that the seat back angle was slightly changed to make the backrest less vertically inclined, which gives noticeably greater comfort on longer journeys. One nice touch is the way that twin storage areas under the 60:40-split rear seat base enable you to more flexibly use this rear passenger space for packages, should you so wish. You lift a little flap on each side. Plus you can also pull down the rear seat backrest, preventing the upholstery from getting grubby when you're carrying pets or packages. What about the load bay area? Well if you've used a D-Max in the past, the first thing you'll notice on the 'RG' design is that Isuzu added a damper to the tailgate, so it doesn't fall open as soon as you release it. The thing is still pretty heavy to lift though. A big step has been moulded into the bumper so that reaching in is a little easier; and 30mm of extra depth has been added to the cargo bay compared with the previous 'RT' model - though the resulting 465mm depth figure is still comfortably the least accommodating in the class from this period. The 1,495mm load bay length of the Double Cab model is also bettered in period by the Toyota Hilux (1,525mm), the long wheelbase SsangYong Musso (1,600mm) and the Ford Ranger (1,613mm). Obviously, you'll gain more load bay length with the alternative two D-Max body shapes; the Extended Cab offers 1,805mm and the Single Cab has 2,315mm. As with this Isuzu's three key segment rivals, there's enough load bay width (1,530mm) to take a standard UK-sized pallet lengthways between the wheel arch intrusions. And this area meets the usual pick-up class qualification that it should be able to take over a tonne of weight; with the top Double Cab auto model, the figure is up to 1,070kgs; you'll be able to take a fraction more if you choose a manual gearbox or an Extended Cab model - and the figure for the Single Cab is up at 1,205kgs. In our 'Driving Experience' section, we brief you on this D-Max's class-competitive 3.5-tonned braked towing capacity; but noted the reduction that would be necessary to that figure were the load bay to be fully weighted-up (an issue also with the Ranger and the Hilux).

What You Pay

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What to Look For

There's certainly stuff to look for here: one of the things about buying a used D-Max is that it's more likely than some other models in this segment to have been seriously used off road - or for really heavy loads. We came across a number of issues with our ownership survey. We've heard that D-Maxes can heat up when doing things like towing heavy loads up winding roads. That heat transfers to the radiator coolant causing the engine to heat up, which could potentially damage the automatic transmission. The RG series model was improved in this respect but it's always worth being cautious if you're looking for an automatic version. Owners will need to check the transmission fluid regularly and if you notice that it's dark or foul-smelling, you'll need to bring the car in for an inspection. There's a transmission-temperature warning light that will illuminate, but like most warning lights, the damage is often done by the time the light comes on. You can conceivably drive around this problem. Don't let the vehicle select a too-high gear on a twisting uphill road. Manually pull it back a gear, allowing the engine to get into its comfort zone and the torque converter to slip less, thereby producing less heat. Also, keep an eye on things in the long term. If you're looking at the manual D-Max, look out for symptoms of problems - like difficulty changing gears, a clunking 0r whining noise or even a burning smell. Also look out for black smoke coming out of the exhaust pipe whichever transmission you choose: this can be caused by contaminated fuel or dirt clogging up the injectors, causing them not to fire correctly. If the D Max model you're looking at has a locking rear differential, bear in mind that the actuator on that differential is exposed, leaving it open to damage from rocks and gnarly trails. Like lots of other pick-ups featuring independent front suspension, this Isuzu can experience a very short front CV joint life. The wear and tear associated with big wheel articulation, big tyres, plus ingress from water and dirt can contaminate the joint, and you can be getting through front CVs at an alarming rate. The best advice is to replace these like any other service item and not have to worry too much. But you can also keep an eye and an ear on them by listening for the give-away clicking and clacking of a worn CV when doing a U-turn or any turn on full-lock. Of course, by then, the joint will be already shot. Make sure the rubber boots are also kept in good shape; even the smallest nick or split in the rubber means the end for the CV within. A lot of people using this Isuzu for heavy work have found that the standard suspension needs a bit of an upgrade to cope - upgrade kits are available on the after-market.

Replacement Parts

(approx based on a 2021 D-Max - Ex Vat) An oil filter is in the £18 bracket. Front brake discs cost in the £54 bracket. A shock absorber is around £266. Air filters start from around £9, but can run to over £50 for pricier brands. Fuel filters start from around £3 but can run up to around £17 for pricier brands. Pollen filters sit in the £7-£18 bracket. Wiper blades are in the £5-£13 bracket.

On the Road

Previous D-Max models served up a pretty crude drive experience on tarmac, but out on the road in this 'RG'-series version it'll be immediately obvious that this Isuzu has sharpened up its act. The brand made lots of suspension changes with this design to try and reduce body roll, improve stability and better absorb vibrations. Plus the chassis became stiffer and the brand introduced a modern electric-powered steering rack - which allowed for the installation of a class-leading portfolio of camera safety features. No contender in this class can properly replicate the car-like drive dynamics of an SUV and in this one, there remains plenty of body roll at speed through tighter turns as you slide around on the flat-bottomed seats. But on the plus side, thanks to all those changes, there's certainly a lot less back end floatiness when the load bay is empty and with a bit of weight in the back, it's possible at times to forget you're in a pick-up - until you lurch into a corner or clump over a speed hump. Under the bonnet, this 'RG'-series model uses the same 1.9-litre turbo diesel powerplant as its predecessor, offering 164PS and capable in auto form of up to 30.7mpg on the combined cycle and up to 241g/km of CO2 - class-competitive stats. This is a smaller capacity engine than you'll find with direct rivals and its 360Nm torque output is lower too, though a 3.5-tonne towing capacity is retained. This lighter powertrain though, enables the kerb weight of this Isuzu to dip below the government's 2,040kg weight limit that separates Goods Vehicles from passenger cars so, unlike other pick-ups in the segment, this one can be driven at passenger car speed limits. The engine is mated to gearboxes updated for this 'RG'-series design, a 6-speed manual transmission with a slicker shift and a new Aisin-sourced 6-speed auto featuring much quicker shift times. Refinement was slightly improved for this design, though it was still hardly car-like. And, as before, off road prowess was really impressive, helped by a quicker-shifting 4WD system, greater suspension articulation and the lockable rear differential you get on most models. Ground clearance is up to 235mm and the fording depth was increased to 800mm.

Overall

You'll probably have preconceptions about the Isuzu D-Max. Possibly positive ones if you're a farmer or commercial user who needs something tough, rough and ready and have tried a D-Max in the past. By and large though, earlier versions of this Isuzu never had the polish - primarily in ritzy looks, cabin design and tarmac drive quality - to appeal to the broadest spectrum of the pick-up market. But this 'RG'-series D-Max just might. In this form, it got a good deal more pavement presence and though the interior and the paved surface drive dynamics still aren't quite on a par with its Ford Ranger or Toyota Hilux arch-rivals, with this design the gap in these two areas closed considerably. Where you might have pause for concern here though, is with the single engine offering available, smaller in capacity and lesser in torque than rival powerplants, a failing you'll feel more acutely if you choose your D-Max with a manual gearbox. But is that such an issue? This Isuzu still has the same 3.5-tonne towing capacity as its rivals. And even though it's got less power, it might even be quicker point-to-point because unlike its key competitors, it's light enough to be driven at passenger car speed limits. For those who want a pick-up that most closely resembles an SUV, these arguments may not be sufficient to compensate for a clunkier roadgoing feel than you get in a Ranger or a Hilux. Everyone else shopping in this segment though, needs to take a fresh look at this Isuzu in this 'RG'-series form. Smarter, stronger and safer, it 'loves work loads'. If that's exactly what you want from a pick-up, then you'll find it here.

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Standard Equipment

Technical Data

Options

Driver Convenience

4.2" Multi function display
4WD shift on the fly
Blind spot monitor
Bluetooth connectivity
Cruise control
Door open warning light
eCall
Emergency lane keeping
Forward Collision warning
Intelligent speed limiter
Lane departure warning and prevention system
Multi collision brake
On/off button for lane support system mounted on steering wheel
One motion door unlock for driver's side
Rear cross traffic alert
Speed sensitive power steering
Traffic sign recognition

Entertainment

2 speakers
Audio and cruise controls mounted on steering wheel
CD player
Digital radio (DAB)
Front USB connection

Exterior Features

Automatic headlights
Automatic windscreen wipers with rain sensor
Black door handles
Black front bumper
Black rear bumper with integrated step
Dark gray upper and lower black radiator grille
Follow me home light
Front and rear power windows with driver side auto up/down function with pinch protection and timer
Front fog lamp bezel design colour
Halogen daytime running lights
Halogen headlights
Heated black door mirrors
Heated rear windscreen
High beam assist
Integrated fuel filler cap with AdBlue
Manually dimmable rear view mirror
Rear fog lights
Rear radar chipping guard
Security etched glass
Tailgate damper
Trailer sway control

Interior Features

2 x Rear side ISOFIX child seat anchors with top tether anchors
6 way adjustable manual driver's seat
60/40 folding seat base
Centre and floor console
Closed upper and open lower glove boxes
Closed upper driver dashboard storage compartment
Cloth upholstery
Driver and passenger sun visors
Driver's footrest
Flat folding rear seats
Front cup holders in centre console and dash - driver and passenger sides
Front door pockets with bottle holder
Height adjustable rear headrest
Height and reach adjustable steering wheel
Manual air conditioning
Map lights
Power driver's seat lumbar support
Rear door pockets with bottle holder
Sunglasses holder and overhead console
Underseat storage compartment
Vinyl floor covering

Passive Safety

3x3 point rear seatbelts
Autonomous emergency braking
Centre SRS airbag
Child proof rear door locks
Front, side, curtain and driver knee SRS airbags
Height adjustable front seatbelt pre-tensioners with load limiters
Passenger airbag deactivation switch
Seatbelt reminder indicator

Security

Alarm with deadlock
Insurance approved immobiliser
Remote central locking

Technical

12V power outlets
Anti lock braking system (ABS)
Brake assist
EBD
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with traction control
Hill Descent Control
Hill start assist
Stop/start function

Wheels

18" steel wheels

Emissions - ICE

CO

Not Available
HC

Not Available
HC+NOx

Not Available
Noise Level dB(A)

Not Available
NOx

Not Available
Particles

Not Available
Standard Emissions

EURO 6

Engine and Drive Train

Automatic Transmission

Yes
Bore

80
Catalytic Convertor

Yes
CC

1898
Compression Ratio

15.9:1
Cooling System

WATER
Cylinder Layout

IN-LINE
Cylinders

4
Engine Codes

RZ4E
Engine Layout

NORTH SOUTH
Engine Make

Not Available
Fuel Delivery

COMMON RAIL
Fuel Type

DIESEL
Gears

6 SPEED
Manual Transmission

No
Number of Valves

16
Stroke

94.4
Valve gear

DOHC

Fuel Consumption - ICE

EC

No

General

Alternator Amps

90
Did at least one aspect of this vehicles safety give cause for concern?

No
Badge Engine CC

1.9
Badge Power

164
Based On ID

Not Available
Battery AH

Not Available
Battery Volts

12
Chassis Engine Number

Not Available
Clutch

SINGLE DRY PLATE
Coin Description

Not Available
Coin Gross Vehicle Weight Code

Not Available
Coin Power Output Code

Not Available
Coin Series

Not Available
Coin Wheelbase Description Code

Not Available
Coin Wheelbase Name Code

Not Available
Exhaust System

CATALYTIC CONVERTER
Front Brakes

VENTILATED DISCS
Front Suspension

TORSION BAR
Generation Mark

3
Ghost model for valuation purposes

No
Hand Brake

REAR WHEELS
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years

6
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years

1
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %

86
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %

86
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09

5
NCAP Overall Rating - LCV

Not Available
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %

69
NCAP Safety Assist %

83
Rear Brakes

DRUM
Rear Suspension

LEAF SPRINGS
Relative Height

H1
Relative Length

L1
Running Cost League Headings

MEDIUM
Service Interval Frequency - Months

12
Service Interval Mileage

12000
Special Edition

No
Special Order

No
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage

60000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years

5
Steering

PAS RACK AND PINION
This vehicle is classed as a car for VED purposes

No
Vehicle Homologation Class

N1
Vin/Frame No.

Not Available

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)

13
BHP

164
Engine Power KW

121
Engine Power RPM

3600
Engine Torque LBS.FT

266
Engine Torque MKG

36.7
Engine Torque NM

360
Engine Torque RPM

2000
Top Speed

112

Test Cycles

Emissions Test Cycle

WLTP
RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Alloys?

No
Automatic Clutch

Yes
Plated 3rd Axle

Not Available
Plated 4th Axle

Not Available
Space Saver?

No
Tyre Make

Not Available
Tyre Size Front

265/60 R18
Tyre Size Rear

265/60 R18
Tyre Size Spare

FULL SIZE
Wheel Style

Not Available
Wheel Type

18" STEEL

Vehicle Dimensions

Front Overhang

890
Height

1790
Height (including roof rails)

Not Available
Length

5265
Load Height

Not Available
Load Length

1495
Load Width

1530
Lower Rear Door Width

Not Available
Rear Door Height

Not Available
Rear Overhang

1250
Side Load Door Height

Not Available
Side Load Door Width

Not Available
Upper Rear Door Width

Not Available
Wheelbase

3125
Width (excluding mirrors)

1870
Width (including mirrors)

Not Available

Weight and Capacities

Boot Capacity Saloons

Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

76
Gross Train Weight

6000
Gross Vehicle Weight

3100
Load Space Volume

Not Available
Luggage Capacity (Seats Down)

Not Available
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)

Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 2nd Row Seats Removed

Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 2nd Row Seats Up

Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Down

Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Removed

Not Available
Luggage Capacity - 3rd Row Seats Up

Not Available
Max. Roof Load

Not Available
Max. Towing Weight - Braked

3500
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked

750
No. of Seats

5
Payload

1115
Plated 2nd Axle

1910
Plated Front Axle

1450

Exterior Features

Metallic paint
Mica paint
Solid paint

Paintwork

Metallic - Mercury silver
Mica - Obsidian grey
Mica - Onyx black
Solid - Splash white

Trim

Cloth - Black

Wheels

Full size steel spare wheel

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