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- 2024 Isuzu MU-X: 1.9-litre turbo-diesel added to line-up
- More-affordable engine available in 2WD or 4WD
- Entry price less than before – but cost up for 3.0-litre models
The 2024 Isuzu MU-X has arrived in Australia with a new 1.9-litre turbo-diesel engine option.
As announced in December 2023, Isuzu Ute Australia has introduced the smaller 1.9-litre engine to MU-X off-road SUV – which is borrowed from the related Isuzu D-Max and Mazda BT-50 utes – to reduce costs and provide a more fuel-efficient option.
Like the unit available in the D-Max and BT-50, the ‘RZ4E’ 1.9-litre diesel in the MU-X produces 110kW and 350Nm – down 30Nm and 100Nm compared to the familiar 150kW/450Nm ‘4JJ3-TCX’ 3.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel.
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Both powertrains remain paired to a six-speed torque-converter automatic transmission with two- or four-wheel-drive options.
Braked towing capacity is limited to three tonnes for the 1.9-litre MU-X – equivalent to the soon-to-be-replaced Toyota Prado – compared to 3.5 tonnes for the 3.0-litre MU-X.
Available in LS-M and LS-U variants, the new powertrain sees the MU-X’s entry price fall $1500.
Prices have increased between $500 and $2000 for existing 3.0-litre MU-X variants, with the biggest increase applied to the flagship MU-X LS-T two- and four-wheel-drive models.
The MU-X LS-T 4WD, which was permanently offered for $65,990 drive-away nationally, is now available for $67,990 drive-away – a saving over the $69,400 recommended retail price.
Wheels crowned the Isuzu MU-X as the 2023 Best Value 4X4 SUV, with competition including the Ford Everest, Toyota LandCruiser Prado, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, Toyota Fortuner, Ssangyong Rexton and LDV D90.
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JUMP AHEAD
- 2024 Isuzu MU-X pricing
- 2024 Isuzu MU-X features
- 2024 Isuzu MU-X colours
- Engine, drivetrain, and fuel economy
- Safety
- Dimensions
- Warranty and servicing
- Availability
2024 Isuzu MU-X pricing
| Model | Pricing | Change |
|---|---|---|
| LS-M 1.9L 2WD | $47,400 | new |
| LS-M 3.0L 2WD | $49,490 | up $590 |
| LS-M 1.9L 4WD | $53,400 | new |
| LS-M 3.0L 4WD | $55,400 | up $500 |
| LS-U 3.0L 2WD | $55,900 | up $500 |
| LS-U 1.9L 4WD | $59,900 | new |
| LS-U 3.0L 4WD | $61,900 | up $500 |
| LS-T 3.0L 2WD | $63,400 | up $2000 |
| LS-T 3.0L 4WD | $69,400 ($67,990 drive-away) | up $2000 |
| Prices exclude on-road costs. MU-X LS-T 3.0L 4WD available for $67,990 drive-away nationally (+$2000). | ||
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2024 Isuzu MU-X features
| 2024 Isuzu MU-X LS-M features | |
|---|---|
| 17-inch alloy wheels | LED headlights, daytime running lamps and tail-lights |
| Dunlop AT25 all-terrain tyres | Rain-sensing wipers |
| 7-inch infotainment system | Plastic steering wheel and gear shifter |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Black door handles and side mirror caps |
| Wired Android Auto | Black side steps |
| Four-speaker audio system | Rear parking sensors |
| Manual air-conditioning with rear vents | Rear-view camera |
| Black cloth upholstery | Full-size steel spare wheel |
2024 Isuzu MU-X LS-U features
| In addition to LS-M | |
|---|---|
| 18-inch alloy wheels | LED fog lamps |
| Bridgestone highway terrain tyres | Front parking sensors |
| Larger 9-inch infotainment system | Hands-free electric tailgate |
| Eight-speaker audio system | Leather-accented steering wheel and gear shifter |
| Built-in satellite navigation | Body-coloured door handles and side mirror caps |
| Keyless entry and push-button start | Dynamic guidelines for rear-view camera |
| Walk-away auto-lock | Magnetite exterior and chrome window trim |
| Six-way manual driver’s seat with power lumbar support | Rear privacy glass |
| Dual-zone climate control | |
2024 Isuzu MU-X LS-T features
| In addition to LS-U | |
|---|---|
| 20-inch alloy wheels | Four-way power-adjustable passenger seat |
| Black leather-accented upholstery | LED interior ambient lighting |
| Heated front seats | Remote engine start |
| Eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat | Full-size alloy spare wheel |
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2024 Isuzu MU-X colours
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Engine, drivetrain, and fuel economy
The Isuzu MU-X is now available with two four-cylinder diesel engines.
The entry-level option is the newly-introduced 1.9-litre RZ4E which produces 110kW and 350Nm. It is matched to a six-speed automatic transmission.
Stepping up to the venerable 3.0-litre 4JJ3 turbo-diesel pushes outputs to 140kW and 450Nm, also with a six-speed automatic.
While the 3.0-litre MU-X has a 3500-kilogram braked towing capacity, the 1.9-litre model is limited to 3000kg.
According to laboratory test results, the 1.9-litre Isuzu MU-X four-wheel-drive does not use more fuel than the two-wheel-drive model – while the 4WD 3.0-litre uses 0.5L/100km more than the 2WD.
| 2024 Isuzu MU-X fuel efficiency (combined cycle) | ||
|---|---|---|
| MU-X 1.9L 2WD | 7.4L/100km | 196g/km |
| MU-X 1.9L 4WD | 7.4L/100km | 196g/km |
| MU-X 3.0L 2WD | 7.8L/100km | 206g/km |
| MU-X 3.0L 4WD | 8.3L/100km | 220g/km |
Safety
The Isuzu MU-X is covered by a five-star ANCAP safety rating, based on updated testing conducted in 2022 when a minor driver’s knee protection improvement was introduced.
It received a score of 86 per cent for adult occupant protection, 85 per cent for child occupant protection, 69 per cent for vulnerable road user protection, and 84 per cent for safety assist.
Eight airbags (dual front, side, curtain, driver’s knee and centre) are fitted across the range.
| 2024 Isuzu MU-X active safety features | |
|---|---|
| Autonomous emergency braking (vehicle, pedestrian, cyclist, junction) | Post-collision braking |
| Lane-keep assist | Misacceleration mitigation |
| Lane departure warning | Adaptive cruise control |
| Emergency lane keeping | Traffic sign recognition |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Intelligent speed limiter |
| Rear cross-traffic alert | Automatic high beam control |
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Dimensions
The Isuzu MU-X measures 4850 millimetres long, 1870mm wide and 1815-1825mm tall, with a 2855mm wheelbase.
2024 Isuzu MU-X boot space
The 2024 Isuzu MU-X has a 311-litre boot space with the second and third rows in place.
With the third-row folded flat, it has an 1119-litre capacity to the roof, while this expands to 2138 litres with the second-row down.
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Warranty and servicing
The MU-X is covered by Isuzu Ute’s six-year/150,000-kilometre warranty.
Servicing for the MU-X is required every 12 months or 15,000 kilometres, whichever occurs first.
Availability
The 2024 Isuzu MU-X line-up will arrive in local showrooms later this week, with customer deliveries set to commence on April 2.
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