V-Cross set to Change the Game once again! Gets a new engine and transmission
20 August, 2019 – Chennai / Delhi: Enjoying a strong monopoly in the lifestyle Pick-up space in India, the ISUZU V-Cross ups the game with an exciting offering for the aspiring extraordinary Indian. The V-Cross ‘Z-Prestige’ variant launched today, gets a revolutionary powerful 1.9 litre Ddi engine mated to a ‘first in the segment’ 6-speed Automatic Transmission. This Z-Prestige variant, with the new engine and transmission, will offer a distinct driving experience on or off-road with enhanced safety features and more sophistication.
The new 1.9 litre Engine developed by ISUZU produces a punchy 150 PS of power and 350 Nm of Torque offering unparalleled levels of ‘power and efficiency’. Despite being smaller in displacement, the new 1.9 litre engine is more powerful and fuel efficient. This variant of the V-Cross has been very successful in many international markets delivering a pleasurable driving experience across multiple terrain.
V-Cross has carved a niche in the Indian utility vehicle space and has played a catalyst in the evolution of ‘Lifestyle of new-gen Indians’. The Z-Prestige is a proud offering from ISUZU to those discerning achievers, empowering them to realise their new way of life.
Taking sophistication and refinement to a whole new level, the interiors of the Z-Prestige variant now flaunt a two-tone Brown-Grey combination perforated leather seats with soft parts on the dash and door trims. To make the most of the journey, this variant has live-surround speakers on the roof too. The Z-Prestige variant is equipped with 6-airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, Front Side & Full-length Curtain) and BOS (Brake-Override System) thereby comprehensively enhancing the safety aspects.
In all, this Z-Prestige variant complements the V-Cross range which now has multiple drive options, while offering superior comfort and safety making it truly desirable. The new limited edition 1.9L Z-Prestige variant carries a price tag of ₹ ~19.99 lakhs, ex-showroom, Delhi.
Since its launch in the year 2016, the ISUZU D-MAX V-Cross – the only lifestyle Pick-up in the country, has been garnering significant traction amongst Indian customers. It has carved a niche in the utility vehicle segment and has actively promoted a new lease of life for many Indian consumers. V-Cross has been well appreciated and recognised by the auto experts and have articulated it as the ‘Game Changer’ in the Indian automobile space.
The V-Cross now will be available in three trim levels – ‘Standard Grade’ and ‘High Grade (Z)’ and the limited edition ‘Z-Prestige’ variant. The Z-Prestige variant comes in 4 exciting colour options – Sapphire Blue, Ruby Red, Pearl White and Cosmic Black, while the other variants will also be available in Obsidian Grey and Titanium Silver.
Equipped with robust off-roading capabilities, the V-Cross features the 4WD (shift-on-fly) drive mode system, High Ride suspension that offers higher ground clearance, wider track with longer wheel base. The chassis frame is designed with iGRIP feature (Isuzu Gravity Response Intelligent Platform) ensures greater stability even at high speeds and sharp curves.
The V-Cross also comes with steering mounted audio controls and a 7” touch screen audio system with USB input, DVD, AUX, iPod and Bluetooth connectivity. The optimised door size largely helps in easy ingress and egress. The ISUZU D-MAX V-Cross has an edge over many new segment of utility vehicles in India as it offers 5 seats, a large open deck that can carry luggage / equipment to suit the needs of long road trips, adventure trips, vacations etc.
