Isuzu D-Max Reviews
You'll find all our Isuzu D-Max reviews right here. Isuzu D-Max prices range from $32,700 for the D-Max Sx 4x2 High Ride to $80,900 for the D-Max Blade 4x4.
Our reviews offer detailed analysis of the 's features, design, practicality, fuel consumption, engine and transmission, safety, ownership and what it's like to drive.
The most recent reviews sit up the top of the page, but if you're looking for an older model year or shopping for a used car, scroll down to find Isuzu dating back as far as 2008.
Or, if you just want to read the latest news about the Isuzu D-Max, you'll find it all here.
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Isuzu D-Max 2026 review: 2.2L
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By Chris Thompson · 03 Oct 2025
A bigger engine designed to be more powerful and more efficient can only be a good thing for the Isuzu D-Max.
Isuzu’s also gone to the trouble of adding a new gearbox and some new tech to go with it. But is it still a solid pick in an increasingly crowded ute segment?
Isuzu D-Max 2025 review: Blade - Off-road test
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By Marcus Craft · 13 Feb 2025
The D-Max Blade, a collaboration between Isuzu and the Walkinshaw Automotive Group, was developed locally as a hardcore four-wheel drive. It has 3mm steel bash plates, Aussie-tuned and lifted suspension, light truck construction all-terrain tyres and Blade-specific design enhancements. But, without extra power and torque, is the Blade actually worth $15,000 more than the LS-U+ on which it's based?
Isuzu D-Max 2025 review: Blade - Australian first drive
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By Byron Mathioudakis · 01 Nov 2024
With the help of engineering firm Walkinshaw, the Isuzu D-Max Blade gatecrashes the Australian-developed, off-road dual-cab ute shindig, as defined by the Ford Ranger Raptor and Nissan Navara Warrior. Aimed at the latter rather than the former, it may miss out on extra grunt, but gains improved on- and off-road capabilities, thanks to extensive engineering upgrades. Is it the best D-Max ever?
Isuzu D-Max LS-U+ vs Mitsubishi Triton GLS Dual Cab 2025 comparison review
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By Tom White · 30 Aug 2024
Don't want a HiLux or a Ranger? Is the facelifted 2025 Isuzu D-Max or the new-generation 2025 Mitsubishi Triton your next best option?
Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain vs Isuzu MU-X LS-T 4x4 3.0 2025 comparison review
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By Marcus Craft · 09 Aug 2024
Which is best for 4WDing, a wagon or ute? We've put two of Isuzu's well-equipped, well-regarded top-shelf 4WDs - the MU-X in LS-T spec and the D-Max X-Terrain - against each other to find out. The D-Max has been given a mid-life facelift and useful multimedia upgrades, while the MU-X has received a more modest model-year update. So which 3.0-litre 4WD is best suited to you?
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Isuzu D-Max 2024 review
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By Andrew Chesterton · 01 May 2024
The Isuzu D-Max is the only diesel ute that's been able to stay within touching distance of the Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger, and the brand hopes this updated model will close the gap even further.But have they done enough to keep the D-Max fresh? We put it to the test to find out.
Isuzu D-Max 2024 review: 4x2 SX Crew Cab Chassis (1.9L) High Ride long-term | Part 3
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By Mark Oastler · 05 Dec 2023
Towing a caravan is our final long-term test exercise for the 1.9-litre 4x2 version of the Isuzu D-Max, and it's performance, not to mention fuel-economy, raises questions about the worth of the 3.0L version.
Isuzu D-Max 2024 review: 4x2 SX Crew Cab Chassis (1.9L) High Ride long-term | Part 2
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By Mark Oastler · 26 Oct 2023
Some surprises this month as the D-Max's 1.9-litre turbo diesel four punches above its weight in terms of load-lugging and composure under pressure, not to mention fuel economy.
Isuzu D-Max 2024 review: 4x2 SX Crew Cab Chassis (1.9L) High Ride long-term | Part 1
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By Mark Oastler · 25 Sep 2023
The current-generation Isuzu D-Max has been a sales success, with buyers flocking to showrooms for the Toyota HiLux rival. But while many are opting for higher-spec 4x4 versions, there also exists this SX 4x2. We're spending three months with the dual-cab to find out if it's under-appreciated.
Isuzu D-Max 2024 review: LS-U
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By Tom White · 23 Aug 2023
It's well documented how Isuzu's rugged D-Max can handle mud, dirt, and sand, but what about snow?