What is it?
The MU-X is Isuzu's body-on-frame 7-seat 4WD wagon, built on the same ladder chassis as the D-Max ute. The MY25.5 update added a new 1.9L turbo diesel option alongside the familiar 3.0L, with a refreshed 10.1-inch infotainment screen.
The lineup runs from LS-M 1.9 4x2 at $47,400 plus on-roads, through to LS-T 3.0 4x4 at $67,500 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 6 years, 150,000 km.
Interior and Technology
3,500 kg braked tow standard across the range with body-on-frame ladder chassis, low range and a rear diff lock on the LS-T. 6-year warranty sits above the segment 5-year norm.
1.9L 4-cylinder is noisier and slower than the 3.0L under load. Cabin plastics feel utilitarian against Sorento and Santa Fe.
Should you buy the MU-X?
Reasons to buy
- 3,500 kg braked tow standard across the range with body-on-frame ladder chassis, low range and a rear diff lock on the LS-T. 6-year warranty sits above the segment 5-year norm.
- Warranty: 6 years, 150,000 km.
- 5-star ANCAP (2022), full driver-assist suite.
- 311 L (1,119 L row 3 down) boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
- Braked towing rated at 3,500 kg.
Reasons to wait
- 1.9L 4-cylinder is noisier and slower than the 3.0L under load. Cabin plastics feel utilitarian against Sorento and Santa Fe.
- You want a hybrid drivetrain (Prado 2.8 HEV), more cabin refinement (Sorento), or you tow more than 3,100 kg with a Pajero Sport.
- LS-T flagship at $67,500 plus on-roads pushes into LandCruiser Prado GX territory. Cross-shop the Prado if cabin refinement matters.
- Top trim climbs to $67,500 plus on-roads.
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