2018 Isuzu D-Max revealed

MANILA: One of the key competitors of Toyota Hilux, the Isuzu D-Max has been finally refreshed for 2018. The changes in the 2018 Isuzu D-Max are limited and a majority of ones are focused on the front fascia. It gets revised bi-LED projector headlamps that are accompanied by LED DRLs. Even the front grille is revised and extended to the headlamps, making it sleeker over the previous version.

The fog lamps housings are restyled while the Sporty V-Cross variant gets a metallic gray finish on the grille and front bumper guard. The side profile has been kept intact for the standard version but, a new fashion rail on the bed and fender flare molding made of ABS-plastic are introduced in the V-Cross variant. The updated D-Max also comes in a two-tone color scheme and 18-inch alloy wheels.

Powering the pickup is the same 1.9-litre RZ4E-TC turbo diesel engine that is further mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. There is also a 3.0-litre 4IJ-TC turbo diesel option that comes with either a 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission. The new features of the pickup include Hill-Assist and Hill-Descent Control.

While there is no major change in the cabin, a new brown color scheme has been introduced with an improved material of touch panels. For V-Cross variant seats, a two-toned premium look is on the cards while the standard version is offered with a brown color finish for the seats. The pricing is not revealed by the manufacturer yet and it is expected to be around the existing price of the pickup which is Php 922,000 for the base model.

This is the last update of the pickup from the manufacturer’s end until a new version is introduced in collaboration with Mazda.