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Isuzu D-Max Review, For Sale, Colours, Models, Interior & Specs

The Isuzu D-Max has been in Australia much longer than its 2008 official arrival would have you think.

The Holden Rodeo was actually a rebadged Isuzu – as was the Jackaroo, but that's another story – which means that Isuzu utes have roamed Australian roads since as far back as 1980. In fact, the Rodeo's predecessor – the Chevy LUV – was sold as far back 1972, so it's fair to say that Isuzu's no newcomer to the market or what it needs.

After Holden's parent company scaled back its ties with Isuzu, the latter decided to launch its wildly successful Rodeo with an Isuzu badge up front and D-Max stencilled across the back. Thanks to a 3.0-litre diesel engine, a range of body styles – from worksite runabout to weekend warrior – the same ruggedness that made the Rodeo an Australian favourite. Nowadays, the latest version is a leader in class safety, refinement and equipment levels. The base model starts from $32,200, rising to $67,500 for the most expensive version.

This has also been known as Chevrolet Colorado, Chevrolet D-Max, Chevrolet LUV D-Max, Holden Colorado, Holden Rodeo, Isuzu KB, Isuzu LB, Isuzu Rodeo, Chevrolet T Series and GMC Canyon.

This vehicle is also known as Chevrolet Colorado, Chevrolet D-Max, Chevrolet LUV D-Max, Holden Colorado, Holden Rodeo, Isuzu KB, Isuzu LB, Isuzu Rodeo, Chevrolet T Series, GMC Canyon.

Isuzu D-Max Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the Isuzu D-Max here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

  • 2019 Isuzu D-Max would not rev to cross a small rise

    Sandy conditions are incredibly hard on every aspect of a four-wheel-drive. The sand itself constantly shifts under the tyres and clings to them as well, dragging them down and making the engine and transmission work very hard to maintain progress. You may have already noticed that you use a lot more fuel in sandy country and it’s all because you need to be constantly making more power to maintain speed than in normal conditions. Turbocharged engines and automatic transmissions, in particular, can get very hot very quickly in sand.

    With that in mind, it’s very possible that something in the driveline got hot enough for the car’s computer to go into limp home mode to protect what ever was hot from damage. Limp home mode often involves limiting engine revs and turbo boost, both of which contribute to heat production. This would explain why the car would not climb a crest but came good after a break.

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  • My 2023 Isuzu D-Max SX is 'sweating oil'

    A bit of sweating around the various parts of an engine where one component joins another is definitely not uncommon and not really a problem provided it's not actually dropping oil on the ground (at which point it's a leak, not a sweat-mark). But really, an almost-new vehicle like yours shouldn't be doing this at all.

    The rear-main seal on the crankshaft is a likely culprit and a common source of leaks from this area, but since it's a big job (gearbox removal) to do it, I can understand why a mechanic would declare it okay and not to worry. The problem with that is that the sweating is likely to become a leak sometime down the track, at which point you'll have to act.

    The good news is that because you've flagged this problem with Isuzu while the vehicle is still under warranty, it's called a pre-existing condition and is covered by the factory warranty, even if that warranty has since expired. However, one would hope that Isuzu does the right thing in the meantime and changes the offending gasket or seal to fix the problem.

    Be very wary, however, about Isuzu (or more likely the dealer) claiming the problem is being caused by the catch-can you have had fitted. A good quality catch-can, with a relief valve and correct installation should not cause a rear main seal to leak. As for changing the grade of oil you're using, I doubt that it would do much, but since the alternative is a slightly thicker oil, it might just make the difference you're chasing.

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  • I am having gearbox problems in my 2019 Isuzu D-Max

    Problems like these are hard to diagnose remotely, as there's a lot going on in a modern gearbox. But, conventional wisdom suggests that a noise followed by a series of failures of the same component (the oil seal) means something inside is bent or damaged.

    The noise is potentially being caused by something misaligned and rubbing or a damaged bearing, and the blown oil seal is the eventual result of the damage/swarf/heat/friction that results. The other possibility is that the rear gearbox seal is being destroyed from the other end of things, as in the tailshaft. A bent tailshaft could set up harmonics, friction or vibrations that could kill the seal, but you'd imagine there'd be a vibration through the whole vehicle at speed if this was the case.

    Your vehicle is under warranty (six years of it from new) so make sure the dealer is aware of the problem and their obligation to fix it.

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  • Are the front drive shafts and CV joints of the 2021 Mazda BT-50 interchangeable with the Isuzu D-max?

    If we’re talking about the current model D-Max and BT-50, then yes, the entire driveline should be interchangeable. Under the skin, both the Mazda and Isuzu utes are the same vehicle. Car makers enter into joint ventures like the development of this pair of vehicles to keep costs down by sharing the expense of developing, engineering and testing parts like engines, transmissions and, of course, drive-shafts and CV joints.

    While most joint ventures like this one will arrive at two vehicles with some visual differences and usually some details differences inside, when it comes to the oily bits, making specific driveline or suspension parts for one vehicle over the other is defeating the purpose of the joint venture in the first place.

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Isuzu D-Max Accessories

Standard features in the Isuzu D-Max LS-U crew cab chassis 4x4 include a 9.0-inch multimedia display with sat-nav, Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay, an eight-speaker sound system, dual-zone air conditioning and more.

This D-Max has heavy-duty three-leaf spring rear suspension, engineered for load-lugging, and its main point of difference with its tub body-style stablemates is, of course, its tray.

You can choose from economy alloy, general purpose alloy, heavy-duty alloy, and heavy-duty steel trays.

Isuzu D-Max Models Price and Specs

The price range for the Isuzu D-Max varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $32,200 and going to $67,500 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.

Year Body Type Specs Price from Price to
2024 Ute 1.9L, Diesel, 6 SP MAN $32,200 $67,500
2023 Ute 1.9L, Diesel, 6 SP MAN $31,130 $73,370
2022 Ute 1.9L, Diesel, 6 SP MAN $28,160 $80,520
2021 Ute 1.9L, Diesel, 6 SP MAN $30,140 $78,320
2020 Ute 3.0L, Diesel, 6 SP MAN $27,610 $69,960
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Isuzu D-Max Towing Capacity

The Isuzu D-Max has maximum towing capacity of 3500kg for the latest model available.

Year Body Type Braked Capacity from Braked Capacity to
2024 Ute 2800kg 3500kg
2023 Ute 2800kg 3500kg
2022 Ute 2800kg 3500kg
2021 Ute 2800kg 3500kg
2020 Ute 2500kg 3500kg
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Isuzu D-Max Dimensions

The dimensions of the Isuzu D-Max Ute vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.

Year Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
2024 Ute 1790x1870x5325 mm 235 mm
2023 Ute 1790x1870x5325 mm 235 mm
2022 Ute 1790x1870x5325 mm 235 mm
2021 Ute 1790x1870x5325 mm 235 mm
2020 Ute 1685x1775x5040 mm 190 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Isuzu D-Max Dimensions

Isuzu D-Max Colours

The standard range of paint finishes include Basalt Black mica, Cobalt Blue mica, Obsidian Grey mica, and Mineral White.

Exterior paint colours for D-Max LS-U crew cab chassis variant include Magnetic Red mica, Marble White pearl and this colour: Mercury Silver metallic.

  • Cobalt Blue Mica
  • Basalt Black Mica
  • Obsidian Grey Mica
  • Mineral White
  • Magnetic Red Mica
  • Marble White Pearl
  • Mercury Silver Metallic
To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website.

Isuzu D-Max Wheel Size

The Isuzu D-Max has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 255x65 R17 for Ute in 2024.

Year Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
2024 Ute 255x65 R17 255x65 R17
2023 Ute 255x65 R17 255x65 R17
2022 Ute 255x65 R17 255x65 R17
2021 Ute 255x65 R17 255x65 R17
2020 Ute 215x70 R15 15x6.5 inches 215x70 R15 15x6.5 inches
The dimensions shown above are for the base model. See All Isuzu D-Max Wheel Sizes

Isuzu D-Max Interior

The interior of the Isuzu D-Max LS-U crew cab chassis 4x4 is rather basic but functional – keeping in line with the work-based look and feel of any self-respecting cab chassis ute.

It has a durable plastic dash, cloth seats, rubber mats on the carpet floor, and there are plenty of nice touches, such as leather steering wheel and gear knob.

Interior features include a 9.0-inch multimedia system with sat-nav, Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay, an eight-speaker audio system, dual-zone air conditioning, 18-inch alloy wheels and more.

Isuzu D-Max Fuel Consumption

The Isuzu D-Max is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Diesel fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 7L/100km for Ute /Diesel for the latest year the model was manufactured.

Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
2024 Ute 7L/100km 1.9L Diesel 6 SP MAN
2023 Ute 7L/100km 1.9L Diesel 6 SP MAN
2022 Ute 7L/100km 1.9L Diesel 6 SP MAN
2021 Ute 7L/100km 1.9L Diesel 6 SP MAN
2020 Ute 7.2L/100km 3.0L Diesel 6 SP MAN
* Combined fuel consumption See All Isuzu D-Max Pricing and Specs for 2024

Isuzu D-Max Seats

Wondering how many seats are in the 2021 Isuzu D-Max? That’ll depend on the body-style you choose.

The single cab versions are two-seater only. No bench seats here to rub sweaty shoulders with your workmates, and there’s even a centre front airbag to protect both occupants in the event of a side-impact collision.

The extra cab models are also two-seat only. Previously, extra cab (or space cab, in Isuzu speak) models had four seats, including two rear spots for passengers. But not anymore, as the brand reckons the safety standards it has set for the new-generation model wouldn’t be met by having human occupants in the back of this body ute.

Choose a dual cab (or double cab) of any model grade and you’ll find yourself with five seats. The rear is foldable to allow secure storage if you don’t need all five positions filled, and there are dual ISOFIX child seat tethers and two top-tether hooks (that feed to a centre secure lashing location - you can’t fit three child seats in the back).

Isuzu D-Max Seats
Shown above are seat details for the Isuzu D-Max 2022.

Isuzu D-Max Speed

The Isuzu D-Max LS-U crew cab chassis can do the 0-100km/h sprint in about 9.8 seconds.

Isuzu D-Max Boot Space

There are a range of trays from which to choose for the Isuzu D-Max LS-U crew cab chassis: economy alloy, general purpose alloy, heavy-duty alloy, and heavy-duty steel.

Prices vary, depending on the tray fitted; for instance, the 1800mm-long heavy-duty alloy tray costs $2900 fitted.

Isuzu D-Max Boot space Isuzu D-Max Boot space