Celebrating its 60th anniversary of sales and
operations in Thailand, Isuzu has launched a facelifted version of the 2017
Isuzu MU-X. Available in six variants, prices range between THB 1.099 million
to THB 1.474 million.
There are small updates to the exterior and interior for a newer look. The exterior
features LED headlamps with a pair of LED DRL strips each, re-designed front
bumper, new 18 inch six twin-spoke alloy wheels shod with 255/60 R18 tires, and
LED-powered taillights.
Inside, the design is identical to the outgoing
model, but it now gets a dual tone beige and black color combination with
bright beige leather upholstery for the seats, armrest and door cards, faux
wood trim on the dashboard, gear lever and door cards, and a contrasting silver
trim on the steering wheel and surrounding the center console. The 7-inch
Kenwood infotainment system has been dropped for a new 8 inch touchscreen unit
with smartphone mirroring options.
There are no changes to its engine lineup: it offers
an option between a RZ4E-TC 1.9-litre four-cylinder diesel engine that produces 150 PS and 350 Nm of torque and the 4JJ1-TCX 3.0-litre four-cylinder
diesel engine with 177 PS and 380 Nm of torque. A 6-speed manual is
standard in the 1.9L variant, while a 6-speed Rev Tronic automatic is available
in both. A four-wheel drive system is exclusive to the top-end 3.0-litre model.
The facelifted model will also launch in India later
this year, replacing the aged Isuzu MU-7. It will be assembled at Isuzu’s new
plant in Andhra Pradesh, and rival the Toyota Fortuner, Ford Endeavour and its
own cousin, the Chevrolet Trailblazer.