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The Herald
03-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Herald
The new Isuzu D-Max EV is an all-electric workhorse
Boasting a full-time 4WD system and rugged body-on-frame underpinnings, the 2,350kg D-Max EV has a maximum payload of 1,010kg and can tow up to 3,500kg. Happy to spend time in the urban jungle, the pickup promises to be equally adept in challenging off-road environments thanks to 210mm of ground clearance, a wading depth of 600mm and generous approach/departure angles (you're looking at 30.5° and 24.2°, respectively). And to enhance refinement, the Isuzu engineers fitted a new De-Dion rear suspension, replacing the traditional leaf spring set-up, which delivers improved ride and handling.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Isuzu D-Max electric pick-up revealed: 66.9 kWh, 4x4 and more
Japanese Automaker has finally revealed the Isuzu D-Max electric pick-up globally. A concept version of the D-Max EV made its debut at last year's Bangkok Motor Show and the production version of the e-pickup truck has been unveiled at the 2025 Commercial Vehicle Show, Birmingham. The production of the left-hand drive version intended for Europe is already underway, with deliveries to key European markets expected in the third quarter of 2025. The right-hand drive variant of the D-Max EV is slated to enter production toward the end of this year. In terms of dimensions, the EV pick-up EV measures 5,280 mm in length, 1,810 mm in height, and 1,870 mm in width and has a 3,125 mm wheelbase. It has a kerb weight of 2,350 kg and claimed payload capacity of up to 1,010 kg and a towing limit of 3,500 kg. The pick-up has claimed acceleration of 0-100 kmph in 10.1 seconds and has a top speed of 128 kmph. It's offered in two body styles - Extended Cab and Double Cab. Talking about the motor and battery first, the electric pickup is powered by a 66.9 kWh battery pack paired with a motor producing 188 horsepower and 325 Nm of torque. On a full charge, it offers a WLTP-rated driving range of 263 km. Charging from empty to full takes around 10 hours using an 11 kW AC charger, while a 50 kW DC fast charger can charge the battery from 20% to 80% in about one hour. The EV pick-up also features multi-level regenerative braking and multiple drive modes. New Volvo XC90 Review: Can it rival the Germans? | TOI Auto Just like the traditional pick-up, the EV version also features a four-wheel-drive system. It now uses newly engineered e-axles at both ends, which is claimed to deliver the smooth, responsive acceleration expected from electric vehicles while keeping noise and vibrations to a minimum. It also features a Rough Terrain Mode and replaces the conventional leaf spring setup at the rear and the EV version adopts a newly developed De-Dion rear suspension , which contributes to better handling characteristics when compared to the leaf spring setup. The pick-up has 210 mm of ground clearance and a water wade capacity of up to 600 mm deep. It has approach and departure angles of 30.5 degrees and 24.2 degrees, respectively. Moving inside, the overall interior layout is same as the ICE model and features an updated touchscreen infotainment display, a digital instrument cluater, dual-zone climate control, heated seats, ADAS, front and rear parking sensors and more. Discover everything about the automotive world at Times of India .
The Citizen
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Fully plugged-in Isuzu D-Max becomes official reality
Assembled in Thailand instead of locally, the D-Max EV is unlikely to debut in South Africa anytime soon as the first of the big three bakkie brands to offer an EV. Exterior changes from the conventional diesel D-Max are subtle, but easy to spot. Image: Isuzu Shown as an almost production-ready concept at the Bangkok Motor Show in Thailand last year, Isuzu has used the Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham in the United Kingdom to officially unveil the first-ever all-electric D-Max simply called the D-Max EV. New outside Only open to orders from the second half of the year, with delivers commencing in March next year, the D-Max EV differs little from its diesel-powered siblings on first glance, as Isuzu will make it available in Extended Cab and double cab bodystyles. ALSO READ: Isuzu previews D-Max's EV future with pair of electrified concepts Offered in two trim grades, DL40 and the double cab-only V-Cross, the D-Max EV's visual changes from the combustion engine model consists of a sealed grille, aerodynamically-optimised 18-inch alloy wheels, blue accents, restyled LED headlight clusters and EV badges. Lack of an exhaust system and a EV badge next to the D-Max logo betrays the D-Max EV's lack of combustion engine motivation. Image: Isuzu Underneath, the ladder-frame chassis continues, but not the leaf springs for the rear suspension, which depart in favour of a new De Dion setup. Compared to the regular D-Max, the EV still measures 5 280 mm long, 1 870 mm wide and 1 790 mm tall, with its wheelbase stretching 3 125 mm. Also unchanged is the 600 mm wading depth, the 210 mm of ground clearance and the 3 500 kg tow rating. The rated approach angle is 30.5°, departure angle 24° and the payload 'over 1 000 kg'. Inside Inside, and bar changes to the seven-inch instrument cluster to reflect the electric powertrain, the D-Max EV's cabin remains otherwise unchanged, with specification consisting of the eight or nine-inch infotainment system, dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, leather upholstery, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and front as well as rear parking sensors. Interior has undergone incremental changes from the normal diesel D-Max. Image: Isuzu Reserved for the double cab is an eight-speaker sound system versus the Extended Cab's six, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror on the V-Cross, and the Rough Terrain Mode on all grades. EV in, diesel out In terms of power, the production D-Max EV retains the same configuration as the concept shown in Thailand, a namely a dual-motor electric setup whereby a 66.9-kWh battery powers a 43kW/108Nm motor at the front, and a 97kW/217Nm unit at the rear. Combined, the system develops the same 140 kW as the 3.0-litre 4JJ3-TCX turbodiesel engine, but 125 kW less torque at 325 Nm. Charging outlet now resides behind the 'fuel filler' flap. Image: Isuzu Limited to 130 km/h, the D-Max EV will still get from 0-100 km/h in 10.1 seconds despite weighing 2 350 kg. Four-wheel-drive from the start as a result of the electric motors on each axle, the D-Max EV's claimed range is 263 km, with DC charging up to 50 kW being supported. Using the latter method will require a waiting time of exactly 60 minutes from 20-80%. AC charging up to 11 kW will, however, take 10 hours from 0-100%. A no-no Assembled in Thailand rather than at the Struandale Plant in Nelson Mandela Bay where locally sourced models are made, the D-Max EV, for now, appears unlikely for South Africa as a rival for the incoming all-electric Riddara RD6. NOW READ: Isuzu removes wraps from improved, facelift D-Max
NDTV
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
Isuzu D-Max Electric Pickup Truck Unveiled Ahead Of Launch
Isuzu took over the podium at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 to showcase the Isuzu-D Max electric pickup truck in India. After around 4 months of wait, the brand has finally unveiled the production version of the electric pickup truck at the 2025 Commercial Vehicle Show, Birmingham. The Isuzu D-Max EV retains much of the design elements from its ICE iteration. However, there are a few design tweaks to distinguish it from the parent mode. It gets a refreshed LED headlamp, closed-off grille, sportier dual-tone alloy wheels, and more. The electric version of the pickup truck will be offered in two trims like the ICE iteration with extended cab and double cab as options. Isuzu D-Max EV interior The exact details about the interiors of the Isuzu D-Max have not yet been revealed. However, it gets an improved in-cabin experience with a better upholster, a larger infotainment system, and an updated ADAS suit, the details of which have not been confirmed yet. It is also reported to reduce cabin noise and vibrations by 10 percent. Also Read: New Ferrari 296 Versione Speciale: Before You Are Supposed To See It Isuzu D-Max Electric will get a 66.9 kWh battery pack, connected to a dual motor setup that is capable of throttling a peak power and torque output of 190 hp and 325 Nm, respectively. This indicates that the electric version of the D-Max has almost the same capabilities as its ICE versions. Isuzu also claims that the D-Max EV can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in just 10.1 seconds, and has a top speed of 128 kmph. It is also claimed to deliver a range of 263 km on a single charge. Isuzu has already confirmed that it has started the production of the D-Max EV in its Thailand factory, and the deliveries may commence soon. However, the Indian market will have to wait longer as the pickup truck is currently produced with LHD.
Perth Now
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- Perth Now
2026 Isuzu D-Max EV revealed in production form before Australian release
The production version of the Isuzu D-Max EV concept has been revealed at the Birmingham commercial vehicle show in the UK, where customer deliveries of the first battery-electric version of the popular ute will start from March 2026. Also due on sale in Australia pending final details of the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), the D-Max EV emerges faithful to the concept that previewed it last year, complete with a 3500kg towing capacity and 1000kg payload. This matches 3.0-litre turbo-diesel versions of the D-Max, despite the fact the dual-cab-only EV is fitted with a bespoke DeDion coil-sprung rear suspension system instead of leaf springs for improved handling, and that kerb weight increases to 2350kg – 200kg up from the X-Terrain flagship. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert The D-Max EV also comes close to matching its diesel brethren for off-road capability, thanks to a four-wheel drive system courtesy of an electric motor on each axle, although ground clearance drops from 240mm to 210mm and wading depth from 800mm to 600mm, with approach and departure angles of 30.5 and 24.2 degrees respectively. Providing its permanent 4×4 system with 'extreme off-road capability' is new version of the D-Max's brake-based Rough Terrain Mode. Combined outputs of the dual-motor powertrain are listed at 140kW (43kW for the front motor, 97kW for the rear), matching the 3.0-litre turbo-diesel, though its 325Nm of peak torque (108Nm front, 217Nm rear) falls short of the oil-burner's 450Nm. The result is claimed 0-100km/h acceleration in 10.1 seconds and a top speed of more than 130km/h, and the all-important WLTP range figure is 263km thanks to a 66.9kWh battery pack mounted under the floor, which be DC charged at speeds of up to 50kW and topped up from 20-80 per cent in as little as one hour, says Isuzu. AC 11kW charging to 100 per cent takes 10 hours. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Apart from front quarter and rear 'EV' badging, a grille with blue highlights and a CCS charging port instead of a diesel fuel filler, the electric D-Max looks almost identical to its dual-cab 4×4 diesel stablemates both outside and in. Inside, there is a 9.0-inch infotainment touchscreen with smartphone mirroring, a 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster, dual-zone climate control, heated front seats and front/rear parking sensors. The D-Max EV will be offered in Europe in two trim levels including both low- and high-spec variants, both riding on 18-inch wheels and featuring an energy-saving Eco mode and four levels of selectable brake energy regeneration. While UK pricing is yet to be announced, the battery-powered D-Max is expected to command a handsome price premium over equivalent diesel variants, just as the LDV eT60 does in Australia with a price of $92,990 before on-road costs – despite being only rear-wheel drive. Supplied Credit: CarExpert The Chinese-made eT60 is so far the only pure-electric ute available in Australia, but plug-in hybrid models include the BYD Shark 6, GWM Cannon Alpha and, soon, the Ford Ranger – and a host of electric-only utes are on the near horizon, including the LDV eTerron 9 around mid-year, a Toyota HiLux EV in early 2025 and a Ranger EV as soon as 2027. The D-Max EV was first revealed in concept form in March 2024, when Isuzu's ute division said it would also be released in right-hand drive markets including Thailand, the UK and Australia in due course. Isuzu Ute Australia said in February that it was considering the release of several electrified versions of the D-Max, including mild-hybrid (MHEV), plug-in hybrid (PHEV), full electric (EV) and even fuel-cell electric (FCEV) and extended-range electric (EREV) powertrains to meet NVES emissions targets. At the time, Isuzu Ute Australia (IUA) deputy general manager Sadanori Sugita confirmed the D-Max EV would be launched in Australia 'in the near future', before IUA managing director Junta Matsui said the company would not lock in any electrified powertrains until full details of the NVES had been announced. Supplied Credit: CarExpert 'We haven't decided anything yet, frankly speaking,' he said. 'We leave our options open. We try to minimise the impact to the market of course. 'We're talking to the product development team, talking to Isuzu in Japan, and of course talking to the government side, because not many details have been disclosed yet, even though NVES is going to start in July. 'But our team is talking to the government side so many times but not much detail is disclosed or determined yet, so we need more discussion with the government side, to try to find the best solution for the Australian market, for our side and for the government as well.' While the NVES officially commenced on January 1 this year, fines for exceeding certain emissions targets won't start accruing until July, before becoming payable from 2028. Isuzu D-Max MHEV Credit: CarExpert However, Opposition leader Petter Dutton has indicated he will waive financial penalties for auto brands that don't meet increasingly strict emissions targets between mid-2025 and 2029 under the current legislation if the Coalition wins the federal election this weekend. IUA is particularly exposed to NVES penalties because its sells only two diesel-powered models – the D-Max and its MU-X sister SUV – but Mr Matsui said both vehicles would remain NVES-compliant in the long-term. 'We're going to find a way for sure. We're going to make a nice balance,' he said. 'We try to find a nice balance between being fit for purpose for the Australian people and coping with the NVES targets.' MORE: Everything Isuzu
