Isuzu D-Max SX – A few weeks ago we chatted about the Isuzu SX Single cab Ute and how good it was at carting loads of pavers and other things.
This week I would like to chat about a different use. Certainly not conventional but practical.
I am renovating my rear garden. Digging out the old sleepers and replacing them with new garden beds. Also making some raised vege patches.
Now the huge tray on the Isuzu SX came in handy.
Having an old back, I’m not fond of bending. The tray was at waist height and large enough to take the full treated sleepers. This allowed me to construct the borders on the back of the tray.
The sides fold down for easy access.
The sides and the front of the tray form a perfect right angle for setting up the corners of the sleepers.
Not only did this make it so much easier to work, it also made it more accurate. On top of that it was faster, not having to get up and down all the time. My knees and back were extremely thankful.
Using the Isuzu D-Max SX Ute like this shows just how beneficial having a Ute can be.
Isuzu D-Max SX 2 Door 2WD 1.9L Ute is currently priced from $31,990 drive away
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Optional extras:
Tow Bar Kit $1,132.25, 12-Pin Plug $393.25, Electronic Brake Controller $896.05, Economy Alloy Tray $0 (included in driveaway price), Rubber Mats $127.66 and has stamp duty for Accessories which comes to $127.66.
As Tested $34,670.88, as the vehicle has a driveaway special of $31,990.
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Isuzu D-Max | |
Model | D-MAX SX High Rider |
| Model Price | $31,990 RDAP* |
| Engine | 1.9L 4 Cyl Turbo Diesel Euro 5 |
| Drivetrain | 6 Sp MT 2WD |
| Power | 110kW @ 3,600rpm |
| Torque | 350Nm @ 1800-2600rpm |
| Safety | Five-star ANCAP (tested Sept 2022) |
| 0-100kmh / Top Speed | TBA |
| CO2 Emissions | 207 g/km |
| Economy ADR | 7.1L/100km / 76L capacity |
| Economy on test | 8.0L/100k |
| Max Range (ADR) | 1169km / 960km on test |
| Servicing | 12Mth / 15,000km 7 Yrs. Capped Price |
| Warranty | 6yr/ 150,000 km |
| Roadside Assist | 7Yr. conditional roadside assist |
*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options. RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)
Overall Rating | 84/100 |
| Behind the Wheel | 8 |
| Comfort | 9 |
| Equipment | 9 |
| Performance | 8 |
| Ride and Handling | 8 |
| Practicality | 8 |
| Fit for Purpose | 8 |
| Payload/Towing Capability* | 8 (5WD 4/5 Towing 3/5) |
| Technology/connectivity | 9 |
| Value for Money | 9 |
*Towing and Payload capability is measured against similar vehicles in the same class.
Dimensions | Isuzu D-Max SX High Ride 4X2 |
| Overall Length | 5330mm |
| Wheelbase | 3125mm |
| Width | 1870mm |
| Height | 1790mm |
| Wheels | 17×7.0 Steel |
| Tyres | 255/65 R17 |
| Max ground clearance | Up to 235mm |
| Wading Depth | 800mm |
| Approach | 29.6 degrees |
| Rampover | 23.9 degrees |
| Departure angle | 24.6 degrees |
| Turning Circle KTK | 12.5m |
| Tray Length | 2555mm |
| Tub width arches | N/A |
| Tray width | 1777mm |
| Tray Depth | 250mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1595kg |
| Payload (kg) | 1405kg |
| GVM (kg) | 3000kg |
| GCM | 5300kg |
| Towing Capacity | 2800kg |
| Tow Ball rating | 280kg |
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