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Isuzu D-MAX performance

D-MAX’S TRUCK DNA GIVES YOU RAW POWER AND PERFORMANCE

Whether in the city or off-road, carrying gear or towing a load, heading up a hill or overtaking on the freeway, D-MAX is designed to give you performance when you need it.

Exclusive Isuzu Engine

The heart of D-MAX is the famous Isuzu engine exclusive to the Isuzu range. The world’s most popular truck engine, in the skin of a ute.

Turbo-Diesel
3.0 Litre Capacity
Torque on Demand

Turbo-Diesel

Isuzu are diesel specialists. The D-MAX is powered by the famous Isuzu 4JJ1 diesel engine— the only ute on the Australian market with this under the bonnet. It’s the same engine platform that’s used in many of Isuzu’s light truck range, so when placed in the D-MAX, it’s got the power and durability to get even the biggest jobs done.

3.0 Litre Capacity

The secret to producing efficient power is to have a large capacity, under-stressed engine. That’s how we give you more power with less fuel.

Torque on Demand

When you put your foot down you need your ute to respond. The Isuzu engine produces 430Nm of torque giving you fast, smooth acceleration no matter what load you’re carrying.
  • Turbo-Diesel
  • 3.0 Litre Capacity
  • Torque on Demand
         
 
  • 4x4 and 4x2
  • Manual
  • Automatic
  • Terrain Command
          

CHOOSE YOUR DRIVETRAIN

To back up the famous Isuzu 3.0L turbo diesel, the D-MAX ute has a range of drivetrain options.

4x4 and 4x2

Different people have different needs, so we have a range of D-MAX 4x4 and 4x2 options.

Manual

From crawling across a rocky embankment to cruising down the highway, the 6-speed manual gives you total flexibility in all situations.

Automatic

Want the ute to do the work for you? We’ve got you covered with a 6-speed sequential automatic transmission (which includes Rev-tronic sequential shifting if you want to take control). Grade logic keeps you in the correct gear when ascending and descending tough terrain.

Terrain command

Driving on road? Choose 2WD. On dirt, beach or gravel? Turn the dial to 4H for more traction. At speeds up to 100km/h, you don’t even need to slow down. And if you’re going off-road into sand or mud, turn the dial to 4L for extreme traction and ultimate control.

Towing and carrying capacity

D-MAX is built to work. Load up the back with all your gear, or tow a boat, caravan or trailer. Take whatever, wherever.

Carry a Load 3.5 Tonne Towing

Tools? Materials? Equipment? Chuck it all in the back. The D-MAX’s truck-based chassis will carry almost anything you throw at it.

Powerful ute? Put it to work. D-MAX gives you serious towing ability up to 3.5 tonnes+ on 4x4 and 4x2 High Ride models. Boat, caravan or trailer: D-MAX will tow it without breaking a sweat.

Off-road

The D-MAX is built to do work. Load up the cab with all your gear, and tow a boat, caravan or trailer. Take whatever, wherever.

Hill Start Assist & Descent Control

Comfortably tackle any environment with an electronic brake control that automatically engages the Hill Start Assist to prevent vehicle roll-back when starting on steep gradients (above 5.7 degrees). Hill Descent Control will give you the confidence to tackle any downhill terrain, giving you maximum traction.

Hill Start Assist & Descent Control
Steep Angles

Short front and rear overhangs allow steep approach and descent angles.

Steep Angles
Underbody Protection

Our 4x4 models feature steel underbody protection including a steel sump and transfer case guard for extra protection when the going gets rough off-road.

Underbody Protection
Rugged Suspension

The specifically developed Flex-Ride suspension balances firmness (for load carrying) with suppleness, offering a comfortable ride without compromising handling.

Rugged Suspension
ENGINE

Exclusive Isuzu Engine

The heart of D-MAX is the famous Isuzu engine exclusive to the Isuzu range. The world's most popular truck engine, in the skin of a ute.

Turbo-Diesel

Turbo-Diesel

Isuzu are diesel specialists. The D-MAX is powered by the famous Isuzu 4JJ1 diesel engine— the only ute on the Australian market with this under the bonnet. It’s the same engine platform that’s used in many of Isuzu’s light truck range, so when placed in the D-MAX, it’s got the power and durability to get even the biggest jobs done.

3.0 Litre Capacity

3.0 Litre Capacity

The secret to producing efficient power is to have a large capacity, under-stressed engine. That’s how we give you more power with less fuel.

Torque on Demand

Torque on Demand

When you put your foot down you need your ute to respond. The Isuzu engine produces 430Nm of torque giving you fast, smooth acceleration no matter what load you’re carrying.

CHOOSE YOUR DRIVETRAIN

To back up the famous Isuzu 3.0L turbo diesel, the D-MAX ute has a range of drivetrain options.

4x4 and 4x2

4x4 and 4x2

Different people have different needs, so we have a range of D-MAX 4x4 and 4x2 options.

Manual

Manual

From crawling across a rocky embankment to cruising down the highway, the 6-speed manual transmission gives you total flexibility in all situations.

Automatic

Automatic

Want the ute to do the work for you? We’ve got you covered with a 6-speed sequential automatic transmission (which includes Rev-tronic sequential shifting if you want to take control). Grade logic keeps you in the correct gear when ascending and descending tough terrain.

Terrain Command

Terrain Command

Driving on road? Choose 2WD. On dirt, beach or gravel? Turn the dial to 4H for more traction. At speeds up to 100km/h, you don’t even need to slow down. And if you’re going off-road into sand or mud, turn the dial to 4L for extreme traction and ultimate control.

TOWING & CARRYING

D-MAX is built to work. Load up the back with all your gear, or tow a boat, caravan or trailer. Take whatever, wherever.

3.5 Tonne Towing

3.5 Tonne Towing

Powerful ute? Put it to work. D-MAX gives you serious towing ability up to 3.5 tonnes+ on 4x4 and 4x2 High Ride models. Boat, caravan or trailer: D-MAX will tow it without breaking a sweat.

Carry a Load

Tools? Materials? Equipment? Chuck it all in the back. The D-MAX’s truck-based chassis will carry almost anything you throw at it.

OFFROAD

Take whatever, wherever. D-MAX is a serious off-road vehicle.

HILL START ASSIST & DESCENT CONTORL

Hill Start Assist & Descent Control

Comfortably tackle any environment with an electronic brake control that automatically engages the Hill Start Assist to prevent vehicle roll-back when starting on steep gradients (above 5.7 degrees). Hill Descent Control will give you the confidence to tackle any downhill terrain, giving you maximum traction.

STEEP ANGLES

Steep Angles

Short front and rear overhangs allow steep approach and descent angles.

UNDERBODY PROTECTION

UNDERBODY PROTECTION

Our 4x4 models feature steel underbody protection including a steel sump and transfer case guard for extra protection when the going gets rough off-road.

RUGGED SUSPENSION

RUGGED SUSPENSION

The specifically developed Flex-Ride suspension balances firmness (for load carrying) with suppleness, offering a comfortable ride without compromising handling.

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+Braked towing capacity on 4x4 and 4x2 High Ride models when fitted with an optional Genuine Isuzu UTE tow bar kit.