Isuzu D-Max & Isuzu MU-X now meet the Euro 4 emissions standard

Isuzu makes a revolutionary change by using the Blue Power Technology engine for 20 vehicles including Isuzu D-Max and MU-X.

According to latest car news, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the company, Isuzu Philippines (IPC) marks this milestone by holding a formal gala and revealing 20 cars with new engines. Not out of the list, the Isuzu D-Max and the Isuzu MU-X boast to be equipped with the new engines which meet the Euro 4 emissions standard.

The new engines are dubbed as the Blue Power Technology which can supply maximum engine power, excellent fuel economy, cleaner emissions and engine longevity as well. What's more, all available Isuzu models in the Philippines will be fitted with this superb new technology engine.

All available Isuzu models in the Philippines will be fitted with this superb new technology engine

Now, both the D-Max and the MU-X are run with the 4JJ1-TCX turbodiesel engine which can crank out 175 hp and dish out 380Nm. This is much better than the previous engines.

For the updated Isuzu MU-X, the car now works in conjunction with a 7-speed transmission for both its automatic and manual versions. Moreover, some convenient driver-support features are also improved including hill descent control, hill start assist and auto-leveling headlights. The model’s 8-inch screen entertainment system with USB port features text-to-speech navigation.

Except for the auto-leveling headlights, the face-lifted Isuzu D-Max also gets the same features with the MU-X. Additionally, the new D-Max model includes more USB ports which are very useful for those who usually forget to charge their devices.

Now, the D-Max and the MU-X are run with the 4JJ1-TCX turbodiesel engine which can crank out 175 hp and dish out 380Nm

Along with these noteworthy new features and the Blue Power Technology engine, the updated prices of the Isuzu D-Max and the Isuzu MU-X also promise to be a bump.

Mr. Hajime Koso, the President of IPC said that the company hopes and also believes that the Philippines will keep its role as a sponsor for the brand with the considerable changes they have presented.

Isuzu hopes and also believes that the Philippines will keep its role as a sponsor for the brand

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Know more about Isuzu mu-X 2024

Isuzu mu-X 2024

The Isuzu mu-X Philippines 2024 is the Japanese marque's entry to the 7-seater midsize SUV based on its pickup truck sibling, the Isuzu D-Max. It is offered in four variants with a price that ranges from Php 1,675,000 to Php 2,580,000. For the Philippines market, the Isuzu-made SUV has two available engine options. The smaller one is a 1.9-liter RZ4E Bluepower turbodiesel capable of making up to 148 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque. It can either come with a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission. Meanwhile, the larger engine option for the mu-X is a 3.0-liter inline-4 turbodiesel. At most, this mill can produce up to 187 horsepower and 450 Nm of torque. Only a six-speed automatic transmission is available with this engine.

Dimensions-wise, the mu-X is 4,850 mm long, 1,870 mm wide, and 1,825 mm high, with a wheelbase and ground clearance rated at 2,855 mm and 235 mm, respectively. Locally, this midsize SUV is competing against the likes of the Toyota Fortuner, Nissan Terra, and Mitsubishi Montero Sport.

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Isuzu Mu-X Launch

The Isuzu mu-X for the Philippines market was initially launched in September 2014 as a replacement for the seven-seater Isuzu Alterra SUV. During its launch, it was available with a 2.5-liter turbodiesel engine or a 3.0-liter turbodiesel engine. In 2019, the said 2.5-liter was later replaced by the 1.9-liter RZ4E Bluepower turbodiesel engine. Later in 2021, Isuzu Philippines brought in the second-generation Isuzu mu-X and it now gets the updated 3.0-liter 4JJ3-TCX turbodiesel mill. The smaller 1.9-liter RZ4E is also retained.

In 2023, Isuzu Philippines gave the mu-X an update. This update comes with new color options, a black-colored grille, a new set of wheels, and a new smart power tailgate.

Currently, the mu-X 2024 is one of the two Isuzu passenger car models available in the Philippines together with the Isuzu D-Max.

Isuzu mu-X Exterior

On the outside, the Isuzu mu-X for the Philippines market is equipped with front fog lamps, Bi-LED headlamps with auto-leveling, turn signal side repeaters, LED daytime running lamps, and LED taillights. Most of the mu-X's variants also come equipped with roof rails. The base-model uses a set of 17-inch alloy wheels. The mid-spec gets 18-inch alloy wheels, and the top-spec variants have 20-inch alloy wheels.

Isuzu mu-X Interior

Inside, the 2024 mu-X can fit a total of seven occupants including the driver. The LS-A AT and LS-E variants have an automatic climate control system to keep their occupants comfortable. The rest meanwhile gets manual air-conditioning.

For the driver, the top variants of the Isuzu-made SUV provide a tilt-adjustable leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather seats, and an electronically adjustable front seat. Only the top-spec LS-E gets leather seats, whereas the rest uses fabric seats.

Technology & Safety Features

Standard on all mu-X trims is a ten-inch touchscreen, which is capable of connecting via Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB, aux-in, and Bluetooth. For the driver, the Isuzu-made model provides an analog gauge cluster, a digital trip computer, a reverse camera, and offline navigation. The top variants also get rain-sensing wipers.

For safety, the top-spec LS-E gets seven airbags while the rest gets dual front airbags. Standard on all trims is anti-lock braking, stability control, traction control, hill-start assist, and hill descent control. Only the LS-E trim gets adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, automatic high beams, and lane departure warning. Both LS-E trims and the LS-A AT are also equipped with blind-spot monitoring and a rear-cross traffic alert.

Isuzu mu-X Platform & Chassis

The mu-X Philippines 2024 is a five-door midsize SUV with a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive/four-wheel-drive layout. In terms of dimensions, it is 4,850mm long, 1,870mm wide, and 1,825mm in height. Its wheelbase is 2,855mm in length, and it has a ground clearance of 235mm for the higher-spec variants and 230mm for the entry-level variant.

For suspensions, the mu-X uses a double-wishbone front suspension and a multi-link rear end. Braking is handled by disc brakes for the front and rear. The Isuzu-made SUV also comes standard with an electronic parking brake. Lastly, the top-spec mu-X LS-A can either be rear-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive.

Engine & Drivetrain

For the Philippine-spec mu-X, two engine options are available. The smaller engine option is the 1.9-liter inline-4 RZ4E Bluepower turbodiesel. This mill can produce up to 148 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque. For the 1.9-liter engine, available transmissions include a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission. Both variants that use the 1.9-liter engine only come with rear-wheel-drive.

The larger engine option is a 3.0-litre inline-4 turbodiesel. At most, this four-banger can make up to 187 horsepower and 450 Nm of torque. On the LS-E and LS-A variants that use this engine, only a six-speed automatic transmission is available.

Available colors for the Isuzu mu-X are Marrakesh Brown, Satin Pearl White, Onyx Black, Mercury Silver, Splash White, and Norweigan Blue.

The Isuzu mu-X is a fine choice in the local midsize SUV market. However, it doesn't come with a rear differential lock, a feature that the SUV's rivals offer such as the Nissan Terra and Toyota Fortuner.

Isuzu mu-X 2024 Price List

Let's check out the Isuzu mu-X 2024 price in September in the Philippines.

Variants	Price
Isuzu mu-X RZ4E LS 4x2 AT	₱1,675,000
Isuzu mu-X 3.0 LS-A 4x2 AT	₱1,999,000
Isuzu mu-X 3.0 LS-E 4x2 AT	₱2,230,000
Isuzu mu-X 3.0 LS-E 4x4 AT	₱2,580,000