Isuzu D-MAX SX Crew Cab 4X4 Cab Chassis Auto Radio Review

We take the Isuzu SX D-MAX Crew Cab Ute for a test drive review

You don’t often get a crew cab – cab chassis 4wd Ute with an Auto transmission, but Isuzu does one, stick around a minute and we’ll have a look at it.

2021 Isuzu D MAX SX Crew Cab 4WD Ute front qtrIsuzu updated their D-MAX work Utes in August 2020 and amongst the variants is a crew cab base model tray back 4WD Ute with an Auto transmission.

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The crew cab version allows extra passengers in the cab and still have a reduced but decent size tray and payload.

2021 Isuzu D MAX SX Crew Cab 4WD Ute tray

D-MAX has always been a popular work Ute and the SX comes with a host of class leading features that make it even more popular such as

  • IDAS: Isuzu’s Intelligent Driver Assistance System, standard across range,
  • New 3-Litre turbo-diesel, 140kW and 450Nm powertrain, with new 6-speed AT
  • Revised 7 inch infotainment screen
  • Wireless Apple Car Play and Android Auto
  • 3.5T towing capacity and a 1.2T payload
  • 8m long tray and about 1770mm wide
  • Terrain Command 4WD system with rear diff lock and 235mm ground clearance

2021 Isuzu D MAX SX Crew Cab 4WD Ute engine

The SX D-Max is easy to drive and with the majority of the torque coming in around 1600 revs it simply potters along and barely feels a load on the back.

Priced from $49,700 plus the usual costs its pretty good value and backed by 6 Year Warranty, 7 Years Roadside Assist, 7 Years Capped Price Servicing.

2021 Isuzu D MAX SX Crew Cab 4WD Ute instrument binnacle

This is a Motoring Minute

I’m Rob Fraser

2021 Isuzu D MAX SX Crew Cab 4WD Ute loaded

What is good?

  • Class leading Safety
  • Improved centre screen resolution
  • 4WD and towing capability

What is not so good?

  • No fog lights
  • Adaptive cruise control not selectable
  • Would love 150kW/500Nm

2021 Isuzu D MAX SX Crew Cab 4WD Ute slide out drawer

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2021 Isuzu D MAX SX Crew Cab 4WD Ute rear seats

Model   

2021 Isuzu D-MAX SX Crew Cab Chassis 4WD Ute

Model Price$45,700 MLP*
Engine3.0L 4 Cyl TDi
DrivetrainTerrain Command 4×4 Aisin 6 speed Auto
Power140kW at 3,600rpm
Torque450 Nm @ 1,600-2,600rpm
SafetyFive Star ANCAP
CO2 Emissions207 g/km
Economy ADR8.0 L/100km
Tow Capacity / Tow Ball3500 Kg / 350 Kg
Servicing12mths/ 15000km Capped Price
Warranty6yr/ 150,000 km with 1 Yr. conditional roadside assist up to 7 years

*MLP – Manufacturers List Price includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of any options.

2021 Isuzu D MAX SX Crew Cab 4WD Ute front qtr 2

Overall Rating    

85/100

Behind the Wheel7
Comfort8
Equipment7
Performance8
Ride and Handling8
Practicality9
Fit for Purpose9
Towing Ability10
Off Road Capability10
Value for Money9

2021 Isuzu D MAX SX Crew Cab 4WD Ute profile

Dimensions

 
Overall Length5285mm
Wheelbase3125mm
Width / Height1870mm / 1800mm
Unladen ground clearance / wading depthUp to 235mm / TBA mm
Approach / Rampover / Departure angles30 degrees / 24 degrees / 27 degrees
Fuel Tank  / Turning Circle76 Litres / 12.5mts KTK
Kerb Weight / Payload / GVM / GCM1910kg / 1200kg / 3100kg / 5950KG
Towing Capacity / Tow Ball rating3500kg / 350kg

 

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Overall Rating
  • 7/10
    Behind the Wheel - 7/10
  • 8/10
    Comfort - 8/10
  • 7/10
    Equipment - 7/10
  • 8/10
    Performance - 8/10
  • 8/10
    Ride and Handling - 8/10
  • 9/10
    Practicality - 9/10
  • 9/10
    Fit for Purpose - 9/10
  • 10/10
    Towing Ability - 10/10
  • 10/10
    Off Road Capability - 10/10
  • 9/10
    Value for Money - 9/10
8.5/10

Summary

You don’t often get a crew cab – cab chassis 4wd Ute with an Auto transmission, but Isuzu does one, stick around a minute and we’ll have a look at it.

The SX D-Max is easy to drive and with the majority of the torque coming in around 1600 revs it simply potters along and barely feels a load on the back.

About Rob Fraser 2479 Articles
Rob Fraser – General dogsbody & Director Rob is the founder of the business. He constantly mutters something about way too many red wines one evening being to blame. Often known for taking the 4WD in the driveway over the sports car, he has travelled pretty much everywhere in Australia and when he is bored goes for a drive. He first learned to drive on the farm in a left hand drive WW11 Jeep when he was 11, and was hooked on 4WDriving way back then. In addition to 4WD he is an avid motoring enthusiast and has maintained a strong interest in the industry ever since his teens. He has owned way too many cars in his time as well. Having previously lived at the top of corporate life he retired in 2000 and hasn’t put a suit and tie on since. Cars are his passion so why not have a business doing what you love he figures. He has towed either a caravan or camper trailer to most parts of Australia, has run guided tours for camper trailers’ and instructed drivers in off road towing.