Isuzu D-Max vs Isuzu MU-X 2025 review: New 4x4 dual-cab pick-up and 4WD 7-seat SUV compared off-road

So, you've got your heart set on buying a new Isuzu but can't decide between the 2025 Isuzu D-Max 4x4 dual-cab pick-up and Isuzu MU-X 4WD large SUV? Well, you're in luck because CarsGuide Contributing Journalist Marcus Craft puts the two models head-to-head in this expert comparison review, which includes an all-important off-road test.

The D-Max is coming into this battle hot, having been recently given a midlife facelift, which has delivered revised exterior styling as well as some useful upgrades to its multimedia system. Meanwhile, the MU-X has just received a more modest model-year update, with it headlined by the addition of an entry-level 1.9-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine option.

But this face-off is exclusively contested by the Japanese brand's tried-and-true 3.0-litre unit, which offers more power and torque to would-be adventurers. So, is the D-Max's body style better off the beaten track? Or is it the MU-X's? Watch this video to find.

#Isuzu #DMax #MUX #Review
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Timecodes:
00:00 Intro
00:18 Pricing and features
00:58 Design
01:35 Practicality
03:18 Under the bonnet
03:56 Driving
08:29 Efficiency
09:12 Ownership
09:33 Safety
09:55 Verdict
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CarsGuide - Go beyond the test drive

[flathead]

311L behind 3rd row is class leading, I can't see why this is not mentioned,

[donaldmontoedi]

I have both Isuzu MUX and the UTE. For different applications in South Africa. Love Isuzu brand👊

[stevematthes]

I first met Shaun Whale at a 4x4 show in Brisbane 6 years ago. We got to chatting about Hilux's and met for coffee that night. We went for a walk in the park, talked about wheeling, held hands and watched the sunset. Shaun is an amazing guy and I will never forget that day.

[craigyarrington]

I'm getting 8.3 ltr/100kms on my 23 MUX mixed road driving. I'm a little different in my needs and I needed the wagon. I have a blind business and can carry 2700mm blinds if need be with rear and mid seats down. Quoting on rural properties and some of our steep driveways near the ocean is best left to the MUX. 3d camera would be nice.

[__PJ__]

Thanks mate good review... D-Max dropped the ball on the no 360 camera and vented/cooled seats in the new "upgrade "

[markheritage]

These are both available now, so what makes them the 2025 ? Would they not be 2024 as the updated version of Damx was released earlier this year ?

[cmelft]

New mux has the larger dashboard display like the latest Dmax or not yet as its behind a facelift revision? Also thought the new Dmax had audio knobs on the radio?

[modsn]

Is there is a facelift on 2025 MUX in Australia?

[ChrisDied]

Buying a dmax or hilux instead of a ranger is just stupid at this point in time... indont even like ford, but it is undeniable, the ranger is like 1.5 generations infront now

[tonysambar]

This brand will disappear from our market soon when our Labor overlords 'ute tax' starts to bite, as they don't have any low emmission models to offset, so yeah nah.

[Mays]

Need to carry a spare front differential.