Isuzu Motors has revealed its first-ever electric pickup truck, the Isuzu D-Max EV, at the 2025 Commercial Vehicle Show (CV Show) in Birmingham. The D-Max EV will be produced in Isuzu’s factory in Thailand, with production already started for left-hand drive models. Production for right-hand drive models is slated to begin later this year.
The Isuzu D-Max EV was first unveiled as a prototype in the Bangkok International Motor Show last year. Now in its production form, the D-Max EV looks essentially identical to a regular diesel-powered Isuzu D-Max, save for the blue trimmings on the front-grille and exclusive “EV” emblems to signify its carbon-friendly powertrain.
Powering the new Isuzu D-Max EV is a new full-time four-by-four (4X4) drivetrain featuring newly developed e-Axles in the front and rear. It has a combined output of 190 hp and 325 Nm from its two motors, and travels from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.1 seconds with a top speed of “over 129 km/h” (80 mph).
The electric pickup is juiced by a 66.9 kWh lithium-ion battery allowing for a range of 263 km (WLTP) and 361 (WLTP city mode). The battery charges from 20% to 80% in 1 hour through 50 kW of DC charging while, 0% to 100% takes 10 hours through 11 kW of AC charging. If this seems too long, there are up to four regeneration levels to help manage charge levels as you go.
It’s built on the same ladder-frame chassis as the regular D-Max, and offers a similar towing capacity of 3.5-tonnes and a payload of over one-tonne, which Isuzu claims is the first electric commercial pickup-truck in Europe to offer such capabilities. In fact, Isuzu says the D-Max EV is “designed to meet the same expectations as its diesel counterpart” – but just without emissions.
Similarly, the D-Max EV also boasts a slightly reduced – but still respectable – ground clearance of 210 mm (vs 240 mm) and water wading depth of 600 mm (vs 800 mm). The approach and departure angles of 30.5 degrees and 24.2 degrees are also roughly equivalent to its normal diesel counterpart.
The biggest difference between the two is the new De-Dion suspension at the rear, in place of the usual leaf-springs. Isuzu says the new suspension setup translates to improved handling, and a smoother driving experience especially under full acceleration.
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The D-Max EV is offered in two variants in Europe – both being equivalent to the DL40 and V-Cross trim grades in the continent. Equipment highlights include the Bi-LED headlights, leather upholstery, two-zone climate control, seven-inch driver information display, as well as an eight- or nine-inch infotainment display depending on variant.
Both variants will also be available in either an Extended Cab or Double Cab configuration.
The Isuzu D-Max EV will begin sales in major European markets first with customer deliveries scheduled for the third quarter of 2025. Isuzu believes that the D-Max EV will stand as a viable alternative to diesel powertrains to reduce carbon emissions of commercial operations – especially with Europe’s increasingly strict emissions regulations. Following its debut in Europe, the D-Max EV will also be rolled out to other countries and areas based on market needs.
Nearer to home, Isuzu D-Max pickup-trucks have shown record high sales figures that moved it up the ranks to become the second best-selling pickup truck in Malaysia for Q1 2025 0 even with inflated diesel prices. Before diesel prices become unbearable, do you think Isuzu should bring the D-Max EV to Malaysia?
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