It has been 16 years since the Isuzu Crosswind walked in the Philippine market. With a bold design, great fuel efficiency, good performance yet affordable price, the Crosswind has undoubtedly become one of the most favorite vehicles in our country.
Unfortunately, sad news came at the beginning of this year when Isuzu announced to halt the production of this beloved seven-seater. Before officially saying goodbye, the media was invited to an event held by Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) for the last drive of the Crosswind.
2017 Isuzu Crosswind Media Test Drive Industry News
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As required by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), new cars purchased from January 1, 2018 must be compliant with Euro-4 standards. Meanwhile, our Crosswind is only equipped with Euro-2 emissions standards. However, it is not an easy task to improve the Isuzu Crosswind to meet the new standards.
According to Isuzu Philippines, it would take a large amount of money to upgrade the Crosswind with a new engine such as the 1.9L diesel turbocharged Blue Power engine. Therefore, after careful consideration, IPC has come up with the decision to put an end to the production of its most popular car.
Recently, Isuzu has launched the new Blue Power Technology engine for the MU-X and D-Max in Cebu. Mentioning the Crosswind, heads of Isuzu Philippines Corporation (IPC) said that the company had no plan to create a direct successor of the Crosswind at the present. It seems as if the carmaker preferred focusing on the Isuzu MU-X and Isuzu D-Max as well as models in the passenger segment.
It seems as if the carmaker preferred to focus on the Isuzu MU-X and Isuzu D-Max as well as models in the passenger segment
After careful consideration, IPC has come up with the decision to put an end to the production of its most popular car
To appease car enthusiast’s regrets for the phaseout of the Crosswind, IPC executives reveal that a new Isuzu model could soon arrive although it will not be an AUV or a successor of the Crosswind. According to Isuzu’s interpretation, the new model could be a modern jeepney. Hopefully, the new “people carrier” will bring us as much enjoyment and favor as the Crosswind did.
It is still not too late to buy a new Crosswind from now to the year-end. Take a look at our table of the Isuzu Crosswind 2017 variants and price:
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Isuzu Crosswind XS MT | ₱790,000 |
| Isuzu Crosswind XL MT | ₱834,000 |
| Isuzu Crosswind XT MT | ₱923,000 |
| Isuzu Crosswind XT MT Black Series | ₱973,000 |
| Isuzu Crosswind XUV AT | ₱1,050,000 |
| Isuzu Crosswind XUV MT Black Series | ₱1,100,000 |
| Isuzu Crosswind Sportivo X MT JS | ₱1,170,000 |
| Isuzu Crosswind Sportivo X MT | ₱1,170,000 |
| Isuzu Crosswind Sportivo X MT FF Black Series | ₱1,220,000 |
| Isuzu Crosswind Sportivo X MT JS Black Series | ₱1,220,000 |
| Isuzu Crosswind Sportivo X AT | ₱1,235,000 |
| Isuzu Crosswind Sportivo X AT Black Series | ₱1,285,000 |
>>> Complete guide to the Isuzu Crosswind in the Philippines
Know more about 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 |
Isuzu mu-X Pros & Cons
Pros
- Reliable powertrain options
- Premium-looking design
- Impressive Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS)
Cons
- Odd antenna placement
- Relatively expensive flagship variant
- No rear differential lock
Isuzu mu-X FAQs
1. What does Mu-X mean?
The nameplate Mu-X stands for “Mysterious Utility eXtreme."
2. How many seats does the Isuzu Mu-X have?
The Mu-X is a 7-seater, midsize SUV.
3. Is the Isuzu Mu-X diesel or gasoline?
All Mu-X variants offered for the Philippine market are diesel.
4. Is the Isuzu Mu-X offered with a 4x4 option?
Only the Isuzu mu-X's top-spec LS-E variant may come with a 4x4 drivetrain.
₱ 1,650,000 - ₱ 2,505,000
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