Isuzu D-Max LS-U+ 4WD Dual Cab Ute Five Best Features

WE DRIVE THE ISUZU D-MAX LS-U+ ON A ROAD TEST REVIEW

Isuzu D-MAX LS-U+   – I’ve had an Isuzu LS-U+ 4WD Dual Cab Ute for a couple of weeks and it has made me think about what makes a good Ute.

Isuzu D-MAX LS-U Plus front qtr 2Let’s look at its best features

Safety, the D-Max is currently the class leading Ute for safety features, with the new Intelligent Driver Assistance System (IDAS), across the entire range and a five star ANCAP safety rating.

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4WD capability, well the Isuzu with shift on the fly dual range selection, rear diff lock, impressive approach and departure angles and direct responsiveness to steering and throttle inputs makes an excellent true 4WD

Towing ability. The D-Max is amongst the best of the normal size Utes for towing. It will tow up to 3500kg with ease and excellent economy. The 3.0L diesel engine isn’t the highest in output in the class but the delivery at low torque figures ensures that drivers maximise its abilities.

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Interior comfort is upgraded with premium black leather-accented upholstery and interior trims, heated front seats, electronic driver’s seat adjustment with additional lumbar support and dual vanity mirror lights, an auto-dimming rear view mirror, heated door mirrors

Legendary Isuzu reliability and robustness backed by a 6 year 150,000km warranty with 7 years capped price service and roadside assistance.

Isuzu D-MAX LS-U+ is priced from only $61,900 plus the usual costs it should be on everyone list for a premium Dual Cab Ute.

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What is good?

What is not so good?

  • Class leading Safety
  • Improved centre screen resolution
  • 4WD and towing capability
  • Haphazard DTE readings
  • Walk away locking good and bad
  • Would love 150kW/500Nm

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Model   

Isuzu D-MAX LS-U+ 4WD Dual Cab Ute

Model Price$61,900 MLP*
Engine3.0L 4 Cyl Turbo Diesel
DrivetrainTerrain Command 4×4 Aisin 6 Sp AT
Power140kW @ 3600rpm
Torque450Nm @ 1600-2600rpm
Safety5 Star ANCAP (Tested Sept 2020)
CO2 Emissions207 g/km Euro 5
Economy ADR/ Capacity8.0L/100km / 8.7L/100K on test / 76L
0-100kmh/Top SpeedN/A
Servicing12 Mths / 15,000km $3,223 for 105,000km (7 years)
Warranty6yr/ 150,000 km with 7 Yr. conditional roadside assist

*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options. RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)

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LS-U+ Overall Rating    

90/100

Behind the Wheel9
Comfort9
Equipment9
Performance8
Ride and Handling9
Practicality9
Fit for Purpose9
Towing/4WD Capability10 Towing 5/5 – 4WD 5/5
Technology / connectivity9
Value for Money9

*Towing and AWD Capability is compared to other similar vehicles in the same class.

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LS-U+ Dimensions

 
Overall Length5270mm
Wheelbase3125mm
Width / Height1870mm / 1790mm
Unladen ground clearance / wading depthUp to 240 mm / 800mm
Approach / RO / Departure30.5 / TBC / 19 degrees
Fuel Tank  / Turning Circle76 Litres / 12.5mts KTK
Kerb Weight /  GVM / GCM / Payload2112kg / 3100kg / 6000kg / 988kg
Towing Capacity / Tow Ball rating3500kg / 350kg

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