2021 Isuzu D-Max review: On-road, off-road & detailed tech test!

[@ronnysitamulaho5157]

I immediately liked & subscribed when you said skip to the part you are interested in . Haven't seen that yet

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks mate! Welcome aboard! Plenty of other Ute reviews to browse as well.

[@hemanthajith6242]

Exactly. I did the same !

[@coreylancaster1088]

Knnkp

[@coreylancaster1088]

Pp

[@BrianPessie]

Kudos 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@Nornlazy]

Isuzu really took a big leap in the interior department looks class leading

[@CarExpertAus]

Agreed - it’s a ripper interior!

[@urabusliberty9258]

Boji I’d say a lot of it had to do with Mazda’s involvement with it

[@kickheadsmuoke689]

Kind of crap that it looks like they removed the CD player to add all of that. I don’t want to pay twice to play music I already own.

[@slipswitch]

@@kickheadsmuoke689 😂

[@malcomjames4763]

@@CarExpertAus hello from Malaysian🇲🇾I love your review and all details about this all new Isuzu D-Max I hope this car will enter my market Anyway This car is very fantastic and ejoy to driving but Where are you from And is your country Are right hand drive.

[@walterlanguage4703]

I am so jealous that Australia and Thailand already have the new D-Max. We here in South Africa have to wait until second half of 2021. I am absolutely in love with this new D-Max design, it is by far the best looking bakkie on offer. The facelifted Hilux took a step backwards from the current version, btw the Hilux was my second best looking bakkie. I am currently driving a 2017 Isuzu KB (D-Max name in South Africa), it is an amazing bakkie even though everyone always criticizes Isuzu for their engine noise or lack of refinement, I have driven Hilux, Ranger and Amarok, and will not trade my KB for any of them. Isuzu is ultra reliable and we have 5 x different Isuzu KB's on the farm from 1986 to 2017 models and they are unstoppable. I am definitely buying a new 2021 Isuzu D-Max when it is built here in SA next year. All the advancements will just make it more desirable. This will be a killer bakkie in South Africa. Thank you for the AWESOME review. Isuzu love from South Africa.

[@CarExpertAus]

😭 thanks for watching and hopefully you guys get your hands on one soon!

[@braalo07]

Fully agreed, if i was in the market for a new pick up, DMax will be on top of my list, with the Hilux close second

[@glennoofloyd1039]

No we dont in Oz yet. I cant get one until Jan/Feb next year. Everything pre sold!

[@wernerziemerink]

Kan nie wag nie!

[@HiPlains1]

Well don't feel too bad here in the US we will NEVER get this. For some reason Isuzu left the NA market. I like this and the looks of the 2021 Navara Pro 4-X. However, the Isuzu will destroy the Nissan with that 3.0 turbo diesel. Its funny that globally the new D-Max is a real hotcake and the talk of the town whereas in the US, nobody has not even heard about it.

[@ubernoob103]

Was waiting for this! 😁 I think it looks awesome. Hopefully the 4JJ3 proves to be just as reliable as the 4JJ1.

[@mushimushimushi9176]

4jj3 is just upgraded 4jj1.

[@Naessey]

If it does, this model will be winner for years. I drove all three. Was leaning to Ford b4 Isuzu and changed my mind. The new Dmax is really nice in a lot of areas and don’t care if fastest of the lights.

[@CarExpertAus]

Fingers crossed!

[@nicoleorfinada589]

Mo

[@james1q2w1]

"spot for ya durries" - crack up

[@AMPLIFl]

This is a top notch review. I think you’ve sold me on this Ute.

[@phumelelambelu8358]

cant wait for this big Boy to arrive in SA.

[@jc149381]

“A spot for your durries” that’s a Ute for an Australian tradie

[@CarExpertAus]

😅

[@norricewing6863]

I had to read the comments because I thought he said that! Main reason I want one 😂

[@ajtuiafiso]

What is good is the durries in the back seat for tho? 😉 I think the storage under the steering wheel is a durry holder too😅

[@RossJacobs]

I bought the new D-Max in February. It's a good truck and does a good job of towing. But I can not recommend it to others because the so-called safety technology is both dangerous and annoying. By default every time the truck is started the safety options are set to active. To turn them off requires going through multiple menus. This is so annoying every time I start the truck. So why do I turn some of the features off? Because they are dangerous. For example, the lane assist feature is really dangerous if you try to avoid something in a hurry. I had a kangaroo jump in front of the truck and when I tried to swerve to avoid it the truck lane assist tried to pull the truck back into the lane towards the kangaroo. This could just as easily have been a pedestrian or another car pulling out from a side road. I have also had the brake assist feature almost lock the wheels when I was trying to reverse park the truck. I can't put an object like a suitcase in the back seat without either having to lock the seat belt or tolerating the damn annoying alarm Isuzu installed. I wrote to Isuzu and suggested they come out with a software update that allows the driver to set the safety features to default at on or off - whatever their preference. But Isuzu sent me a form letter saying their safety standards comply with ANCAP. standards. It would seem an easy thing to offer, but it is clear Isuzu are not interested.

[@Naessey]

Great review. I know everyone talks Nm but I’ve driven all three (Ranger/Hilux) and very impressed how relaxed the Isuzu is to drive. Also, the Dmax reaches 300 Nm at 1000 revs and 450 at 1600. It’s personal, but I felt the DMax was the most linear of the three in power delivery. Personally, I was leaning to Ford but changed my mind. Keep the reviews coming. Really enjoy them.

[@CarExpertAus]

Agreed! This definitely feels punchier than the 450Nm suggests. Maybe a dyno comparison is in order?

[@tashingakeith5919]

300Nm is very impressive seeing as though my 2004 Isuzu KB300 produces 296Nm at 1800rpm and I still won’t trade it for anything coz it STILL pulls

[@Naessey]

CarExpert Would love non jargon comparison. Again, Ford was faster off the lights, but the linear power through every gear for the Dmax totally surprised me and how quickly it came on. Again, if you want get off the lights faster, the Ford is the best bet, but damn, the new Dmax is a step up. So much so, I bought one.

[@jarretfox4808]

@@CarExpertAus Another review site dyno'd the new Dmax at just under 106rwkw. Given most 3.2 Rangers come in between 103-110 the 4J is published a tad conservative I reckon. Ive driven the latest Hilux SR5, Xterrain and BT50 GT and they all feel line ball grunt-wise, the Dmax platform leans on it's torque curve with the trans mapping hunting less than the Hilux (despite both being the same Aisin transmission. The throttle mapping is a little slower off idle so some have interpreted this as turbo lag but it definitely isn't. Wouldn't be surprised if there is a mild throttle mapping change to give the impression of more grunt in the inevitable minor tweaking updates usually found in newer releases.

[@moonboy5851]

@@Naessey Carl I can’t decide between ordering an X-Terrain now or waiting for the new 22’ Ranger.

[@ianthomas7863]

Best Aussie car review channel. Brilliant format, no bs, and just down to earth reviews. Look forward to the next reviews. d-max review, so informative. Thanks guys. 👍👍👍

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks buddy!!

[@dineojennifer8233]

In South Africa, this Isuzu may not dethrone King Hilux and its second in command, Deputy Ranger, but it should run a very close third. On looks alone, it has the facelifted Hilux beaten. The Ranger is on its way out, and must pray that the new one looks better than the outgoing one, if it is to keep its place. I thought the GWM P series' interior was sexy. This Isuzu matches it, and then some.

[@Mochabear85]

Paul: I reckon this is the most anticipated ute, pick up truck, bakkie whatever you want to call it launch of this year Me: could say the same thing about this review lol. Been waiting for this. Top review. Actually really keen on this ute, will test an X-terrain back to back with a Wildtrak. For me the Ranger is the benchmark in refinement, comfort, driveability and tech.

[@CarExpertAus]

Ha ha. Thanks mate. Keep us posted on what you buy!

[@Naessey]

That’s what I thought. But felt the Isuzu more relaxed and love its a 3.0l. Intend to keep for a while so longevity very important.

[@eisbar7354]

Jamel Terk could I say the new benchmark has been raised with the new Dmax? Dollar for dollar I think the Ranger has a bit of catching up to do.

[@Naessey]

Eisbär The Ranger is an amazing car, no doubt. Whether new Hilux, Dmax or Ranger, you can’t go wrong. What’s surprising is that 12 months ago, DMax wasn’t in that group. The 10sp ranger is a quick beast and my preferred. I was awaiting the new DMax to test drive before buying the Ranger to make sure it was the right choice. Put deposit down last week. On the DMax.

[@Mochabear85]

@@eisbar7354 Can't argue with that. Had an MY16 Wildtrak and was a great ute. Downgraded (pun intended) to a MY18 Triton and 200% miss the refinement and wizardry that comes with the Ranger. Have driven other newer utes since and i feel the Ranger is ahead of the rest (except for price) But im sure my thoughts will change when i get a chance to drive a new D-max.

[@samtownsend1994]

Just ordered. Awesome review, made me go and test drive and haven't looked back! So much better than the BT-50, which is amazing considering they're essentially the same ute, cheaper too!

[@Brad-p3n]

How many years till you get it? 😂 BT50 are actually cheaper and better specced, they just don't have the poverty pack or the current special on the top tier

[@lukew3940]

Can you do POV driving reviews like this kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIe2fHyMnq2Mgtk. It feels like a virtual test drive.

[@CarExpertAus]

They rate pretty poorly and don’t offer much detail, which is why we avoid them.

[@lukew3940]

CarExpert well if you could include a section of POV driving in your reviews. Even that would be great. Since not many reviewers have POV driving reviews in RHD countries. It may be even more useful for people in lockdown affected locations. I feel the POV reviews of Winding Road Magazine ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/pmKno3mXZ5mHedE) offer a lot of detail. It’s just that they are only for US car models. It may help to further differentiate your channel from other reviewers along with your unique softness tests. Thanks

[@chancey1979]

Wish we could get one of these in the U.S. - We cant get shit over here. I love the UTES. I'm still driving my 2000 Nissan Frontier

[@rahulvarkala]

Bro....What about Ford F-series???

[@tpv59]

HELLO from 'OZ' !!

[@brownies-midlifeadventure5333]

Great review mate... I just cringed every time you pronounced Isuzu wrong ;-) You don't drive a M"eye"tsub"eye"shi or a Suzuk"eye" or eat sush"eye" "eye"suzu 😂

[@joelnkosiyethushezi2953]

It looks great on the screen I can’t wait for it to hit the South African shores just so I can put it through it’s paces. Great review indeed 💪🏋️‍♀️🇿🇦🇿🇦

[@CarExpertAus]

😁

[@rowdyenergyfan6657]

Iyeza ungasabi

[@alexirwin3968]

I just purchased one, in the Volcanic Amber(burnt orange) I won't get it till January just just went for a tour through this post. Can't wait for mine to get here.

[@thabanim1594]

I love the design and the tech,price is competitive too.

[@moonboy5851]

Paul - should I order the X-Terrain now or wait for the new 22’ Ranger? I’m so torn.

[@CarExpertAus]

Tough call! You’ll probably have a 6-12 month wait on the Isuzu anyway. So if you’re not in a rush I’d wait.

[@moonboy5851]

@@CarExpertAus thanks very much! I am actually in a rush but doesn’t look like I have much choice, lol. I just LOVE how the D-Max looks, hopefully the new Ranger looks great, too.

[@danielgee3839]

ive wanted a navara for a while now but i think you just changed my mind

[@CarExpertAus]

👏👏

[@dragospahontu]

What about the Amarok?

[@TrottDaddae]

Best review💯 Could you do Landcruiser 79 series later if you can. Thanks

[@CarExpertAus]

We will try and get our hands on one 😁

[@aut0tech]

I really like the design reminds me of angry birds.

[@antel868]

Love the grey

[@khalenjamoimusik6554]

My dream has become a reality I love this vehicle 🙏🏾

[@gaingamgangmei7887]

Will my two kidney do that?

[@TIPRASA_MOTO]

Thank you so much brother, u specifically mentioned boot length (mm) amazing video love it

[@ruardswanepoel9227]

Bakkieeeee🇿🇦 Again.. 😂. Love your reviews!

[@CarExpertAus]

😁

[@Staff7A]

I like it! Looking forward to the new Mazda BT-50

[@CarExpertAus]

Us too!

[@gregspark1060]

Nice review, would be nice to see a quick review on a mid spec version As a tradie that works out of a duel cab there's no way I'd buy a rugged x version for work

[@liamwindsor5854]

It’s an x terrain

[@CarExpertAus]

We will hopefully have another one through the garage soon for review!

[@zooks3894]

I love it. Especially this blackout model.

[@CarExpertAus]

Looks great in Orange too!

[@muhammadfitrihairuddin]

@@CarExpertAus what model is this?

[@sonjake21]

@@muhammadfitrihairuddin If all else fails, RTFD.

[@kavishkarpartab2120]

Looks Angry - love it!

[@Raven_za]

Bakkie! Haha, glad to see the afrikaans is setting in over there, you earned yourself a sub. Cheers from South Africa!

[@georgeguansing5131]

It's is only most affordable ute that can give you all the luxury be on or off road. 👍👍👍

[@andrewd7586]

Um its not a Bentley Paul🤣 Good review. A good mate of mine just ordered the LS-U & is rapt! I read Isuzu were doing a deal on the Terrain at I think $58,000 on launch?... It'll keep the "Big Boys" on their toes. Most mechanics will attest to the reliability & longevity on the predecessor. Will be interesting to see as you said how this stands up. Nonetheless it's impressive.👍🏻

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks mate!

[@mcrisare]

How tall are you? The truck look small beside you

[@CarExpertAus]

185cm. Around 6ft.

[@helicoptermn1463]

What is the difference between this and the top spec bt50 is it just the heated seats and auto diming mirror, and tub? Is all the safety specs the same?

[@CarExpertAus]

I think that's it, Simon! From what I can tell there's a small design variation inside the cabin, but it's the heated front row and the auto dimming rear vision mirror (plus the sailplane).

[@helicoptermn1463]

@@CarExpertAus thanks you, keep up the good work!

[@rforracemode5846]

my new favourite looking ute on sale

[@lucasburridge123_]

My favourite Ute this year! What do you guys think?

[@alphamadzanire2953]

i think Isuzu will be there at the top with the Ranger and the Hilux.

[@artbymiwsher]

And the new bt50 by default

[@CarExpertAus]

It’s certainly looking promising!

[@leohoogendoorn6728]

The Ford Ranger does have issues. 😉

[@neilmatthew27]

Wish we could have this in North America

[@alfredace]

I agree. I had on 1989 Isuzu Amigo years ago. I think it was called the MU in Asia. It was a no frills off-roader that could handle nearly anything you threw at it. It was so tough! I tried to break it and it just kept trucking. It also had the removable rear top. I loved that little truck.

[@pieterleroux4841]

Joined this channel in anticipation of this review. 6 months in the waiting and not disappointed. Love the brand and this look is great

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks mate!

[@lucee2261]

Very informative video. I've had the Thailand version of this vehicle for over 12 months now & never realized that there's another pullout compartment on the driver's side - @ 9min 12 seconds. - doooh! 😳

[@sarahjenah5859]

Straight badass!

[@andymacmac9151]

Thanks for the review..... it does look like a good vehicle..... Perhaps it is just me, but I always think that manufactures miss two simple tricks.... The car has forward and rear facing cameras.... why don’t manufacturers incorporate these cameras into a ‘dashcam’ type setup.... I’m sure many people would find that extremely useful when the worst happens out on the road... Secondly, and you touched on it in the review, a chilled compartment for a couple of cans/small bottles of water.... Look forward to your comparison tests..... Thanks again

[@CarExpertAus]

Some are starting to do this, but I think the quality of parking cameras generally isn’t very good. Many manufacturers are now using the AEB or self driving cameras to double as dash cameras

[@davidhall9679]

I have sat in one but have not been able to score a test drive of x-terrain as demos are rare as hens teeth as some dealers have advised. I did get onto Isuzu who directed me to a dealer who has one to test drive on tuesday this week so i am looking forward to that. I can say so far it looks great in the orange colour and is very comfortable to sit in the seats are awesome. What i liked the most is the grab handles as i have two bad knees they allow me easier access to the car which makes it great for me. I have test driven the triton and ford ranger so far the ford is my choice but will try ntrek warrior Sr5 when i can find a dealer who test models.

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks Dave! Keep us posted on how your testing goes. You’re right - the grab handles are great. We have a review of the N-Trek Warrior and Amarok V6 going live next week 😁

[@pbofficial007]

Can you please review Ram truck any type.

[@sithabelamandlawenkosiwodu6298]

Easily the best looking at the moment. Love the side. Something about what they've done with the way it looks from the side. Better equipped than the hilux and Ranger. Well done Isuzu. It's my pick. Pity we'll only be seeing this after June 2021 here in Zimbabwe.

[@milzdeejay]

Is that actually your first name? because if it is fucking hell

[@oldbloke100]

@@milzdeejay hahaha

[@pratapp]

I can’t Unsee the VP Commodore wheels now 😂

[@CarExpertAus]

😅😅

[@cmt4924]

Me too dank ittttt 😂

[@Post-Alone]

I know right?! Terrible

[@Phirozdavide]

Intelligent review. Looking forward to more of your reviews.

[@tass_1]

Love it!!

[@Aladdin5cave]

Can you please do a review on your VP SS commodore? I had a VP Berlina and always like the look of the SS

[@CarExpertAus]

Yes! Unfortunately it’s in storage at the moment and the Covid stuff is preventing us from travelling to collect it.

[@claretan5469]

I saw the new 2021 model of the Isuzu M-UX was released a month or so ago...when do you guys think you would do a review. Itching to see it 😁

[@CarExpertAus]

Not for a little while yet - but we are looking forward to getting our hands on it!

[@MiggyMndza]

Loving how comprehensive this review is! Everything is tackled nicely and with enough attention to detail. Hoping to see your own version of comparos soon, especially to see how that lower hp and torque really translates from paper to real-world tarmac performance(given that another car reviews site saw that the new D-Max has a quicker acceleration time than the new 200hp Hilux). Great review nevertheless, all the advantages and flaws are nicely presented! Looking forward for the next one 👍

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks mate! We will get on to comparisons soon, we are just figuring out the best way to do them that isn’t just the same as everybody else.

[@TheDelph01]

I'm a huge 4wd wagon fan, always hated dual cabs, until I saw the new dmax, seriously considering buying one, awesome review 👌

[@aphiwehlophe8928]

Fanstic review as always.👌

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks!

[@braalo07]

Looking forward to a comparison with the new Hilux. I reckon this and the Hilux will be neck to neck. Also consider comparing this and the old DMax and the new Hilux with the old Hilux

[@CarExpertAus]

Agreed! We are looking forward to getting our hands on the new HiLux soon!

[@allanmunsami1767]

just got one for my birthday. same as the above wow

[@moonboy5851]

I love this ute. Looks mint 🔥🔥🔥

[@tshewangrinzin5848]

Wow one of my dream car ..

[@sovannt3399]

That camera quality looks trash.. like Mazda's have been for years now lol have they even updated their camera quality in the new bt50

[@lekhnathsapkota8848]

I don't even need a ute but these looks so sood compared to my rio 🤣🤣🤣, outback is getting me

[@gazg00]

I think it looks just great! Massive difference over the previous model.

[@machismo599]

A very genuine and decent review without any hesitation. 👍

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks!

[@RBPhantomTilt]

"Spot for your durries" hahaha love it

[@MsandMrspinact]

Yeah that cracked me up too

[@__PJ__]

Best thing on this review was the VP SS ;)

[@marinerchris]

Been waiting for your review Paul! Great and comprehensive as always! Love the details as always, especially on the 2nd row folding seats. Waiting here on our Market to put my deposit on that truck. Maybe a hard offroad next time? 😉

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks! We will try and get an off-road comparison sorted for when we get the group together 😁

[@marinerchris]

@@CarExpertAus Sure mate! Thanks!

[@anthonyosullivan2316]

Love the new look inside and outside well done

[@NigelDananaisasamba]

it the best looking truck.

[@TheHingshing]

I would argue it’s still reliable only bc Isuzu is the world leader atm in Diesel engine technology and engineering

[@CarExpertAus]

Hope so! Fingers crossed.

[@homoerotic85]

I didn't realize Isuzu was still making vehicles. Wow, I wish they sold these in USA it's super nice!!

[@sandrewadventures]

Love the design!

[@mayor_of_marrickville]

Great review (as usual) Paul - you've convinced me this is the best option for a decent ute mainly for blacktop and occasionally bush or sand. Putting down a deposit this week. If Rivian would take my deposit i would go a R1T but that won't be til 2024 I suspect. cheers

[@allandrayton5612]

I want to write a commercial for Isuzu. A jungle

[@allandrayton5612]

@chidera2540 did I win something? I wrote a jungle for the new Isuzu D-max

[@kamal___0007]

You're Video's are amazing I don't know why you only have just 40k subscriber's

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks mate! Don’t forget to share the video to help us grow 😁

[@lawrencegatt4515]

Thanks Paul another wonderful Video.

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks!

[@Tranglide]

The interior has changed in leaps and bounds. In-depth review as usual from you. Waiting new Fortuner review from you Paul. And nice hair cut, considering you are in Victoria :)

[@CarExpertAus]

😅 I went to my wife’s salon, which is conveniently located in our bathroom. It was a nervous hour with her at the helm of the clippers!

[@OCOWGTR27]

Maybe when doing the duraometer Show a little scale with the hardest plastics (and car tested in) at one end, and the softest (and car) at the other, and where this sits, just for a quick reference. That way you can glance at scale and know from great wall to rolls royce what the quality is.... Kinda like a crash test rating but for plastics

[@pratapp]

OCOWGTR27 Great Wall comment made me 😂

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks - we will look into that!

[@rampagedingo]

This design looks crazy, we here in Africa definitely want some of these.

[@lawrencegatt4515]

It is nice 👍 from a Ford man.

[@fhclappen8595]

That includes me. he he.

[@brendanjarvis2306]

Lots of New Ford Men coming out of the woodwork of late 😳

[@maanvindermangat1812]

Just wish isuzu wakes up to the Indian market and starts updating the models as per international launches. This thing in its new avatar will be an ultimate lifestyle vehicle here.

[@ashleyskelton451]

Spot for ya durries

[@pauloyoshizaki2103]

ISUZU - D MAX : Motor : 4 Cilindros : 3.0 L - Turbo - Diesel : (4x4) Rodas ; Top - Pick - up Lindo !!! Lindo !!! D MAX : Pick - up - ISUZU .

[@brightenupcc]

Thank you for reducing the durometer test to just a mention. We're much more interested in where hard plastics are applied. Bravo!

[@pratapp]

my friends an I actually enjoy that and seeing the numbers during the review - I for one wish it came back

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks!

[@jacquesth2]

Lol....”spot for your durries” haha so good

[@虎次郎-d1h]

クソカッケー！！ 日本の自動車メーカーなのに日本で売ってない こんな悲しい事あるかよ

[@markwitham6784]

Well ive decided tp buy the LS-U model after taking it for a drive..But im waiting to see some towing a van footage b4 i do. After all thats why im buying it,,to pull a 23ft er.

[@CarExpertAus]

We will hopefully get the chance to do some tow testing soon. But it feels like it has plenty of punch and much more than the old one.

[@teamjpn-ph4732]

One of the best car reviewers out there definitely!

[@eisbar7354]

Drove the Ranger XLT 2.0 yesterday. Today we are going out to drive the Isuzu. So far on paper with the options I want the Isuzu X Terrain is amazing value compared to the XLT. The worry for me is...how will the 2.0 Ford stack up against the Isuzu in 5 years from now in terms of reliability and resale value. My feeling is the Isuzu will have a trade in edge over the Ford.

[@CarExpertAus]

Let us know what you end up buying!

[@eisbar7354]

@@CarExpertAus bought a X terrain but wont be ready until December. Thoughts of X Terrain VS Ranger 2.0? The Ranger to drive around town felt like you're tying to control a wild beast where as the X Terrain felt much more easy to drive in traffic. Items that beat the XLT Ranger (same value for money at the end of the day). Way better and leather seats, more value for money, way better layout on the front console (the Ranger seems to me they are trying add too many things and the cheapest price) the rear end was way more settled in the X Terrain and the finish in many places inside was better.

[@CarExpertAus]

Stick with the Isuzu 😁 it’ll be worth the wait!

[@danielomalley2530]

Hi Eisbar. I also test drove a XLT fully loaded and new DMax X Terrain back to back this week. Both $59,000 drive away cars. I prefer DMax. Interior feels much nicer. Isuzu feels more comfortable. Looks better. More features I like in the DMax. I’ll admit the ranger 2.0 engine and gearbox was slightly zippier. Ranger was also a tiny bit quieter. Close call, but I slightly preferred the DMax after the test runs. I’m in WA and four dealers I called all said earliest delivery is Jan or Feb for a DMax- they have sold all stock until then. What state are you in with a Nov estimated delivery?

[@eisbar7354]

Daniel O'Malley SA and December - January delivery. Yes, my experience with the bi turbo. Quicker off the line and quieter but once at 60kmh not much in it. I didn’t like the jittery rear axle in the Ranger.

[@j.mv.e2330]

Porque no llega a chile y sin enbargo llega la bt50 que es para mujeres por su frente es como un cx90 patetico maaal ahy mazda dieron pena....gracias ranger !!!

[@ObertBumhira]

Isuzu i never expected it to look like this but it hasn't changed much really when we first met i fell in love with it . Traction control 7/10 but its just so beautiful its reliable strong 😂😂 japanese cars just run forever you can grow a good white bearded with it the back seats base lift up remind me that they copied the honda fit magic seats very suspicious

[@Rushnak-]

Maybe it's just me. But the outside looks so cheap and Chinese like, honestly looks terrible. The X on the back is woeful, I mean really? It costs $63000, if you're spending that money you're a man, or a man with a bank loan, you don't want some 'X' sticker on the back of your ute. The side steps creaking made me laugh, what does that tell you? Inside looks unreal but for $63, 000 it bloody should.

[@sfm_x]

Finally Paul. I've been waiting for your review of the DMax for the longest

[@CarExpertAus]

😁 hope you enjoy it!

[@sfm_x]

@@CarExpertAus It was on point. I'm a DMax fan in and out and you did it justice

[@kingwillbisthebest]

Outstanding review mate. Definitely my next ute. $58k for the top spec at the moment. Absolute steal. Hate those wheels but a quick upgrade to steelies with off road tyers and its perfect

[@CarExpertAus]

Thanks! Yes some people aren’t a fan of the wheels but they will drop an accessory set soon if you want to stay with the ‘official’ wheels.

[@liamwindsor5854]

The wheels grew on me, certain colour bodies make them look better. Mine looks mint in white

[@garyquinlan4075]

As I keep vehicles for at least 5 years, I value the financial strength of the manufacturer. Isuzu, Toyota, VAG have very strong financials (even in COVID19 times). Holden is dead but even if it wasn't, GM has very weak financials but worse, Ford is a basket case globally with the vehicle production side bleeding to death and only kept afloat by Ford Credit.

[@דניאלאלון-פ4ג]

Dear followers!! Don't let the beautiful pictures confuse you . Anyone who buys a new car from GENERAL Motors the chance you threw your money into the trash is very large. In this company there is no customer service, the company's management does not care at all, if you have a problem or a malfunction, you can only pray to God there is a chance that the help will come faster. GM is a very dangerous company, be careful and keep your money safe.!!!Share so more people don't get screwed.

[@adamabdullah7343]

Nice hoodie

[@henrymahoney7072]

Awesome looking Ute. Really excited about the next gen Utes hitting the roads. Great review.

[@CarExpertAus]

Agreed! They are becoming so much more car like by the day.

[@MathewBT81]

Great review and a nice truck for sure 👍 small question though...what is the button? On the back side of the key?

[@CarExpertAus]

Good question! It’s just the release for the mechanical key hidden inside.

[@MathewBT81]

@@CarExpertAus Ah awesome 👍