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Isuzu MU-X Launched In India; Prices Start At Rs. 23.99 Lakh

The Isuzu MU-X has been launched in India priced from Rs. 23.99 lakh to Rs. 25.99 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). The SUV shares its underpinnings with the Isuzu D-Max pick-up truck and replaces the MU-7 as the company's new flagship model in India.
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By Kingshuk Dutta

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Published on May 11, 2017

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  • The new Isuzu MU-X replaces the MU-7 SUV in India
  • The MU-X gets a 174 bhp, 3-litre diesel engine with a 5-speed AT unit
  • The Isuzu MU-X rivals the likes of Ford Endeavour and Toyota Fortuner

Isuzu Motors India has launched the MU-X SUV in India at a starting price of Rs. 23.99 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) for the 4x2 variant and Rs. 25.99 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) for the 4x4 variant. The MU-X SUV is built on the same platform as the new-generation D-Max and carries a lot of design and styling elements from the D-Max pickup truck as well. With a good-looking front end, the MU-X SUV gets good presence on the road. The Isuzu MU-X comes with only one engine option, which is the 3-litre diesel that makes 174 bhp and 380 Nm of peak torque. The engine is mated to a 5-speed sequential shift automatic transmission and is also offered in a 4x4 'Terrain Command' variant with electronic shift-on-the-fly rotary dial. The 4x4 version will get 4x4 high and 4x4 low ratios as well. One can select the 4x4 high ratio up till the speed of 100 kmph. The Isuzu MU-X boasts of a claimed fuel efficiency of 13.8 kmpl.

SpecificationsIsuzu MU-X
Engine3.0-litre, 4-cylinder
Displacement2,999 cc
Max Power174 bhp at 3,600 rpm
Max Torque380 Nm at 1,800-2,800 rpm
Gearbox5-speed automatic
Fuel Efficiency13.8 kmpl

We already knew a lot about the new MU-X, considering the brochure of the SUV got leaked just days before the launch date. The exterior gets a host of features such as projector headlamps, LED DRLs, 17-inch diamond cut alloys, chrome finish on the door handles and wing mirrors and roof-rails as well. The interior gets a dual-tone finish in shades of Ivory and Grey with the upholstery done in soft leather. One also gets convenience features such as a 7-inch infotainment system, roof-mounted surround sound system, cruise control, keyless entry, reverse camera, climate control and AC vents for all three rows as well. Yes! The Isuzu MU-X is a 7-seater.

DimensionsIsuzu MU-X
Length4825 mm
Width1860 mm
Height1825 mm
Wheelbase2845 mm
Ground Clearance220 mm

As far as safety features are concerned, the MU-X is made of high tensile steel body construction and comes with dual airbags, anti-lock brakes (ABS) with electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), brake assist, electronic stability control (ESC), traction control and hill-start assist.

Isuzu had launched a facelifted model of the MU-X internationally in March 2017. This particular model is the pre-facelift version that was sold internationally before March 2017. We believe that the MU-X facelift model will be coming to India sometime in 2018. The key rivals of the Isuzu MU-X will be the Toyota Fortuner and the Ford Endeavour along with the Chevrolet Trailblazer. Fun fact! The MU X shares its underpinnings with the Trailblazer.

Currently Isuzu has achieved 70 per cent localisation for all of its models in India. When inaugurated the company's manufacturing facility in Sri City Andhra Pradesh, boasted of an annual production capacity of 50,000 units, which has now been expanded to 1.2 lakh units per annum.

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Last Updated on May 17, 2017


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