2021 Isuzu D-Max – detailed spec-by-spec breakdown

At long last, Isuzu Malaysia has finally launched the third-generation D-Max in Malaysia. There will be seven variants of the pick-up truck on offer (down from 11 previously), priced between RM89k to RM142k. All of them are fully imported from Thailand, but there are plans for local assembly down the line.

The range starts with the 1.9L 4×4 Single Cab model at RM88,599, above which is the 3.0L 4×4 Single Cab that’s priced at RM95,538. Twin cab models start from the 1.9L 4×4 MT Standard (RM99,599), and further up are the 1.9L 4×4 AT Standard (RM106,999), 1.9L 4×4 AT Premium (RM121,549) and 3.0L 4×4 AT Premium (RM128,038). All six variants listed here get a five-year or 150,000 km warranty coverage as standard.

Sitting at the top of the range is the 3.0L 4×4 AT X-Terrain. At RM141,938, it’s exclusively available with the larger 3.0 litre mill, and takes on the new Nissan Navara Pro-4X, Toyota Hilux 2.8 Rogue AT, Mitsubishi Triton Athlete, and the one that started this feud – the Ford Ranger Wildtrak. Now, let’s check out the variant breakdown in detail.

2021 Isuzu D-Max 1.9L 4×4 Single Cab – RM88,599

Gets as standard:

Mechanicals

1.9 litre RZ4E-TC direct-injection commonrail diesel
1,898 cc four-cylinder diesel with variable geometry turbo
150 PS at 3,600 rpm, 350 Nm of torque from 1,800 to 2,600 rpm
Six-speed manual
4×4 Terrain Command System
Ventilated discs brakes (front), drums (rear)
Independent double wishbones with coil springs(front), leaf springs (rear)

Exterior

Halogen reflector headlights with “Follow Me Home” function
Unpainted front and rear bumpers
Black front grille
16-inch steel wheels with 205R16C tyres
Power-adjustable side mirrors with unpainted mirror caps
Black-coloured door handles
Halogen tail lights
Full-sized spare wheel
Splash White paint colour only

Interior

Four-spoke urethane steering wheel
Regular turnkey ignition
Conventional analogue instrument gauges with 3.5-inch LCD monochrome display
Manual, single-zone climate control
1-DIN head unit with CD and USB support, plus two speakers
Assist handles on A-pillars
Vinyl seat upholstery with four-way adjustability
Power windows with auto wind down for driver
Rubberised floor tray
Two speakers

Safety

Two front airbags
ABS with EBD and brake assist
Electronic stability control
Traction Control System
Hill Start Assist
Hill Descent Control
Brake Override System
Emergency Stop Signal

Others

Five-year or 150,000 km warranty coverage

2021 Isuzu D-Max 3.0L 4×4 Single Cab – RM95,538

Adds on:

Mechanicals

3.0 litre 4JJ3-TCX direct-injection commonrail diesel
2,999 cc four-cylinder diesel with variable geometry turbo
190 PS at 3,600 rpm, 450 Nm of torque from 1,600 to 2,600 rpm

2021 Isuzu D-Max 1.9L 4×4 MT Standard – RM99,599

Gets as standard:

Exterior

Twin cab body style
Painted front and rear bumpers
Matte grey front grille
17-inch alloy wheels with 255/65 profile tyres
Body-coloured side mirror caps with integrated LED turn indicators
Body-coloured door handles
Splash White, Onyx Black, Mercury Silver, Valencia Orange and Sapphire Blue paint colours

Interior

2-DIN head unit with CD, USB and Bluetooth functionalities
Six speakers
Isuzu e-Lumax instrument cluster with 4.2-inch colour LCD display
Tilt and telescopic steering adjustment
Woven-texture cloth upholstery with six-way adjustability for driver, four-way for front passenger
Power windows for all four doors, with auto wind down for driver
Assist handles on A- and B-pillars
Rear air vents with twin 2.1A USB charging ports
Speed-sensing auto door lock
12-volt, 120 watt power socket
Carpet mats

Safety

Isofix with top tethers for outer rear seats
Child protection safety lock for rear doors
Four reverse parking sensors

2021 Isuzu D-Max 1.9L 4×4 AT Standard – RM106,999

Adds on:

Mechanicals

Six-speed automatic with sequential shift

Exterior

Bi-LED projector headlights with “Follow Me Home” function
LED daytime running lights

2021 Isuzu D-Max 1.9L 4×4 AT Premium – RM121,549

Gets as standard:

Exterior

Automatic bi-LED projector headlights with “Follow Me Home” function
Front and rear LED fog lamps
LED combination tail lights
18-inch alloy wheels with 265/60 profile all-terrain tyres
18-inch steel spare tyre with 265/60 profile tyre
Chrome side mirror caps with integrated LED turn indicators
Chrome door and tailgate handles
Chrome front grille
Silver side steps
Tailgate assist
Silky Pearl White, Onyx Black, Mercury Silver, Valencia Orange and Sapphire Blue paint colours

Interior

7-inch touschreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Miracast, MirrorLink, WiFi, USB and Bluetooth
Eight speakers with roof-mounted tweeters
Leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel
Keyless entry with push-start button
Welcome Light
Walk-Away Door Lock
Front sun visors with sunglass holder
Black combination leather seats with six-way adjustability for driver, four-way for front passenger
Power windows for all four doors, with auto up/down with anti-pinch for driver
Electrochromic rear-view mirror
Automatic dual-zone climate control
Leather gear knob with satin chrome trimming
Black soft-touch plastics on the instrumentation, centre console and door panels

Safety

Blind Spot Monitoring System
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
Passive cruise control system
Reverse camera
Four front parking sensors

2021 Isuzu D-Max 3.0L 4×4 AT Premium – RM128,038

Adds on:

Interior

Six-way manual adjustability for front passenger seat

2021 Isuzu D-Max 3.0L 4×4 AT X-Terrain – RM141,938

Gets as standard:

Exterior

18-inch dark grey alloy wheels with 265/60 all-terrain tyres
Dark grey front grille
Silver trimmings for lower front bumper
Auto-levelling bi-LED headlights
Roof rails
Infrared-cut front windscreen and windows
Aerofoil wipers with integrated spray nozzle
Sliding cargo tray
Dark grey side mirror caps, door handles and over fenders
Dark grey side steps
Valencia Orange and Sapphire Blue paint colours

Interior

9-inch touschreen display with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Miracast, MirrorLink, WiFi, USB and Bluetooth
Remote Engine Start
Brown leather seat and dashboard upholstery
Eight-way power adjustable with lumbar support for driver