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New MU-X SUV has been unveiled in Thailand, one of the biggest markets for the brand globally. India launch still some time away.
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The new Isuzu MU-X has been unveiled in Thailand where it will go on sale initially, along with a few ASEAN markets.
The new-gen MU-X is based on the new D-Max pickup truck that made its world premiere more than a year ago. Just like its predecessor, the latest MU-X continues with the ladder frame construction and despite looking quite familiar, it comes with an all-new body and interior bits. It gets subtle cuts and creases upfront with a large grille flanked by slimmer headlamps, equipped with LED daytime running lights. On the side, the glasshouse now has a more rounded look and it does not get wraparound windows at the back, like the outgoing model. The new MU-X gets a horizontally positioned tail lamp design that looks similar, in shape, to the one Mercedes-Benz GLE has. The new MU-X continues to be a seven-seat SUV and is 25mm longer, 10mm wider and 35mm taller than its predecessor. It also has a 10mm longer wheelbase than the previous gen SUV.
The new MU-X’s cabin looks quite similar to the latest D-Max pickup sold overseas, however, there are some changes where the four-wheel drive selector has been relocated and an electronic parking brake replaces the cable operated unit. The SUV gets better quality materials and also gets roof-mounted AC vents for the third row.
The MU-X gets a long list of equipment depending on variants on offer. Wheel sizes range from 17-20 inches. It also gets LED projector headlamps, a power tailgate, a choice of a seven or nine-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 4.2-inch TFT multi-info display, keyless entry and start and dual-zone climate control with PM2.5 filter and ambient lighting. It also gets multiple USB charging ports for the second and third row passengers.
The new MU-X gets six-airbags, ESC, ABS, EBD, brake and hill assist, HDC and traction control. Higher variants also get a blind spot monitor, rear cross-traffic alert, forward collision warning system as well as autonomous emergency braking tech. Additionally, lane departure warning and automatic high beam assist are also on offer.
Two diesel engines are on offer on the new MU-X. The range starts with a 150hp 1.9-liter powerplant while there is also a 3.0-liter 190hp diesel on offer. Gearbox choices include a six-speed manual or a six-speed torque convertor automatic. Four-wheel drive is available only on the higher-spec 3.0-liter version.
Prior to the introduction of BS6 norms earlier this year, Isuzu sold the current-gen D-Max V-Cross and the MU-X in India along with its commercial vehicle range. The company did not introduce any BS6 compliant product, until recently, when its commercial vehicle range saw a market re-introduction with BS6 compliant engines. Sources tell us that the current-gen V-Cross will make a comeback in India with a BS6 engine in the near future, however, there is no news of the MU-X making a come-back anytime soon.
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