Isuzu KB
Isuzu has introduced the facelifted KB (D-Max in
Thailand) to the South African market. Much of the changes to the 2016MY are cosmetic that you will notice a newly designed grille,
bonnet and fog lamps.
The KB also features projector headlights with
integrated LED Daytime Running lights and a newly
designed tailgate (extended cab and double cab only) with the rear parking
camera now positioned next to the tailgate handle. The rear parking camera is
fitted as standard on all LX double cab variant and newly designed 18-inch
alloy wheels are also fitted as standard.
Interior wise, changes are limited to a new
instrument cluster that now features improved functionality and incorporates a
gear shift indicator for manual type. Live surround sound
speakers are also fitted to enhance the sound quality delivered by the sound
system.
Isuzu has also revised the suspension to
deliver a smoother ride. Hi-Rider 4X2 models feature new front and rear
dampers while 4X4 models benefit from revised rear dampers.
The engine and transmission remains
unchanged and buyers have the choice between a 136 Hp/320 Nm 2.5-litre or 176 Hp/380 Nm 3.0-litre turbodiesel engine. The top-of-the-range 3.0-litre
turbodiesel engine is claimed to consume 7.9 L/100 km for 4x4 double cab and
extended cab models, while 7.7 L/100 km is claimed for the KB 4x2 versions.
There are
also two workhorse models on offer (250 Base Single Cab and 250 Fleetside
single cab) and they are powered by a 2.5-litre diesel engine
developing 79 Hp and 170 Nm of torque with a claimed fuel consumption figure of
7.9 l/100 km. In terms of transmissions, a 5-speed automatic is available on
KB300 LX double cab and extended cab only, while a 5-speed manual
transmission is available across the KB range.
The Isuzu KB300 4x4 LX double cab automatic is
priced from R 563,500 and is sold with a new standard 5-year/120 000 km, 5-year/
90,000 km service plan, 5-year/120,000 km roadside assistance and
5-year/unlimited mileage anti-corrosion warranty.
