Isuzu Philippines officially joined the 2024 Overland Kings CampOut three-day event in Zambales. Overland-ready units of the Isuzu D-Max and Isuzu mu-X were present at the outdoor event, which in turn, managed to draw in more than 100 outdoor enthusiasts from February 9, 2024, to February 11, 2024.
IPC President Tetsuya Fujita with the Isuzu D-Max and mu-X overland rigs
At the event, examples of both the D-Max and mu-X showed off their flexibility. Each model display was equipped with camping equipment like roof tents, cargo racks, awnings, and many more components.
Likewise highlighted are the two aforementioned models’ 3.0–liter 4JJ3-TCX turbodiesel engines. As per Isuzu, this four-banger mill has enough oomph to provide its owners with confidence in taking on rough terrain. To be more specific, it can output 187 horsepower and 450 Nm of torque.
Going back to the event itself, it was led by Chief Adventure Officer of Overland Kings Joel Pedro. For those curious, the event is a way of showing the public what overlanding is with the help of display vehicles, fun activities, and expert talks on 4x4 driving and overlanding basics.
Other noteworthy activities at the 2024 Overland Kings CampOut were an acoustic musical performance and a fireworks display for the Chinese New Year. These were held on the night of February 11, the second day of the event.
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“This is the kind of lifestyle we want to promote to our customers - enjoying their vehicle in weekend activities like overlanding, and spending time with family and friends. We are very happy to be able to join this event and spend time with the overlanding community,” Isuzu Philippines Corporation President Tetsuya Fujita said regarding the event.
According to Isuzu PH, the Overland Kings CampOut is a massive success and it has become a significant milestone in promoting overlanding to Filipinos.
So if you want to join in on the fun next year with your own Isuzu-based overland rig, note that the D-Max’s price ranges from Php 917,000 to Php 1,905,000 across nine variants. The mu-X meanwhile, has five variants, with prices ranging from Php 1,675,000 to Php 2,530,000.
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Know more about Isuzu D-Max 2024
The Isuzu D-Max 2023 is a 5-seater pickup truck that is available in several variants with various options for a 4x2 or 4x4 drivetrain. Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) is offering this truck at a price that ranges from Php 917,000 to Php 1,9055,000. There are two engine options powering the D-Max. One is a 1.9-liter RZ4E-TC inline-4 turbodiesel engine that makes 148 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque, while the other is a 3.0-liter 4JJ3-TCX inline-4 turbodiesel engine that delivers 187 horsepower and 450 Nm of torque. Either a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission can be paired to the said engines.
In terms of dimensions, the D-Max spans 5,277 mm in length, 1,880 mm in width, and 1,810 mm in height. It boasts a ground clearance rated at 240 mm, as well as a wheelbase of 3,125 mm. Some of the competitors of the Isuzu pickup truck in the Philippines are the Toyota Hilux, Nissan Navara, and Mazda BT-50.
₱ 917,000 - ₱ 1,905,000
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