Isuzu Malaysia has just launched the new 2024 Isuzu D-Max in the country. Priced from RM98,949, Malaysia’s D-Max lineup has been updated across the range.
- 1.9L MT Single Cab – RM98,949
- 3.0L MT Single Cab – RM105,888
- 1.9L Auto Plus 4X2 – RM109,499
- 1.9L MT Standard – RM109,599
- 1.9L AT Standard – RM116,999
- 1.9L AT Premium – RM134,649
- 3.0L AT Premium – RM141,138
- 3.0L AT X-Terrain – RM157,938
On the outside, the new Isuzu D-Max has been given quite a facelift, especially with the top-of-the-range X-Terrain variant. There is now a new front radiator grille at the front, with its lower radiator slats being replaced by a new honeycomb lattice design. Isuzu says this allows for more efficient cooling.
Also new are the newly-designed automatic Bi-LED projector headlights with LED turn signals and LED daytime running lights (DRLs). Available at the back are the redesigned LED taillight clusters, a new tailgate, as well as a new handle design, which features a keyhole to allow the tailgate to be locked should a canopy or lid be fitted.
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In terms of exterior colour options, the 2024 Isuzu D-Max in Malaysia is now available with a new Namibu Orange Mica paint option. It joins the existing colour options that consist of Islay Grey, Onyx Black, and Dolomite White Pearl.
Wheel-wise, the Auto Plus and Standard variants get silver 17-inch alloys. The higher-end X-terrain and Premium variants on the other hand are fitted with new matt black 18-inch alloys, which the carmaker claims are both rugged and easy to clean even when clumped with mud.
Isuzu has also spent quite some effort on improving the D-Max’s aerodynamics performance. The pickup truck is now fitted with a new front bumper that sports new air curtains located around the front foglamp housings. As a result, the turn signals have been moved to the headlight housing.
Below are the standard exterior features that come with the 2024 Isuzu D-Max in Malaysia:
- Multi-reflector halogen headlights
- Bulb-type daytime running lights (DRLs)
- Bulb-type taillights
- Black front and rear bumpers
- Black door handle
- Black side-view mirrors with power adjust
- Manual wipers with intermittent
The Auto Plus variant adds:
- Automatic Bi-LED projector headlights with Follow Me-Home function
LED DRLs - Front bulb foglights
- Body-coloured front and rear bumpers
- Body-coloured side-view mirrors with power adjust
- Body-coloured door and tailgate handles
- 17-inch silver alloy wheels
The Standard variants adds:
- LED front and rear foglights
- LED taillights
- Auto-folding side-view mirrors with LED integrated turn indicators
- Automatic wipers with variable intermittent
- Chrome door and tailgate handles
The X-Terrain variant adds:
- Automatic headlight leveling
- Automatic aerofoil wet wiper with variable intermittent
- Dark grey side-view mirrors
- Dark grey door and tailgate handles
- Welcome puddle light
- 18-inch matt black alloy wheels
Like before, the Isuzu D-Max in Malaysia offers two powertrain options, albeit now complying with Euro 4 emissions standards thanks to a new diesel particulate filter (DPF). This includes the 1.9-litre turbodiesel engine that makes 150 hp (metric) and 350 Nm, and the more powerful 3.0-litre turbodiesel engine that produces 190 hp (metric) and 450 Nm.
Depending on the variant chosen, both engines can be paired with either a 6-speed automatic or a 6-speed manual gearbox. Power can be sent to all four wheels across all variants via Isuzu’s four-wheel drive (4WD) system, except for the Auto Plus 4X2 variant which is rear-wheel drive.
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Boasting a 240 mm ground clearance and an 800 mm wading capability, 4X4 variants of the Isuzu D-Max are packed with the brand’s Driver-selectable Terrain Command switch. There’s also a rear differential lock as standard.
Just in case you are not well versed in off-road driving, Isuzu has endowed the new Isuzu D-Max Double Cab 4×4 models with the new Rough Terrain Mode. This feature is also available with the Auto Plus 4X2 variant.
The powertrain and further technical details of the Isuzu D-Max equipped with the 1.9-litre engine are as such:
- Engine: 1.9-litre 4-cylinder turbodiesel
- Max. Power: 150 hp (metric)
- Max. Torque: 350 Nm
- Transmission: 6-speed automatic / 6-speed manual
The powertrain and further technical details of the Isuzu D-Max equipped with the 3.0-litre engine are as such:
- Engine: 3.0-litre 4-cylinder turbodiesel
- Max. Power: 190 hp (metric)
- Max. Torque: 450 Nm
- Transmission: 6-speed automatic / 6-speed manual
Moving inside, the 2024 Isuzu D-Max in Malaysia now gets new equipment such as the 7-inch digital instrument cluster, 10-inch infotainment head unit, and new illuminated LED scuff plates and footwell lights.
There is also a new ambient lighting system with seven colours to choose from. The pickup truck’s door panels and dashboard now feature what Isuzu calls a “Miura” design, which is a classic Japanese origami-inspired parallelogram design.
Below are the standard interior features that come with the 2024 Isuzu D-Max in Malaysia:
- 3.5-inch LCD monochrome instrument cluster
- Vinyl seats
- Auto down driver window
- Reverse camera
The Auto Plus variant adds:
- 4.2-inch TFT LCD instrument cluster
- Leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel
- 7-inch touchscreen infotainment head unit
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity
- Fabric seats
- Manual aircon
- Rear aircon vents
- 6-speaker sound system
The Standard variant adds:
- 7-inch digital instrument cluster
- 10-inch infotainment head unit
- Leather seats
- 8-way powered driver’s seat with lumbar support
- 8-speaker sound system
- Automatic dual-zone climate control
- 360° camera system with 3D image guide
- 7-colour ambient lighting system
On the safety side of things, only the top-spec Isuzu D-Max X-Terrain is equipped with the brand’s Allsight advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) suite. The safety suite now comes with a new Rear Cross-Traffic Brake (RCTB) feature.
Below are the standard safety features that come with the 2024 Isuzu D-Max in Malaysia:
- Two airbags
- ABS
- EBD with brake assist
- ESC, Traction Control
- Hill Start Assist
- Hill Descent Control
- Rear differential lock
The Premium variant adds:
- Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
The top-spec X-Terrain variant adds:
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
- Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop & Go
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
- Rear Cross Traffic Brake (RCTB)
- Automatic High Beam (AHB)
Included with the 2024 Isuzu D-Max’s price tag in Malaysia is a 7-year/unlimited vehicle warranty.
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