Overall, this motor could have felt more tractable and refined to stay competitive in its class.As in most of its range-topping opponents, the drive system in this particular V-Cross has selectable rear- or all-wheel drive with low-range gears for enhanced mud-ploughing. AUTO NEWS Isuzu PH brings back 4WD D-Max Boondock. Isuzu changed the setup on this transmission which now features a pull-ring-style reverse engagement. Headlights and taillights are available with LEDs and the top trim levels have near-luxury interior components. Powering the model is the same 3.0-litre four-cylinder diesel turbo engine, boosted to produce a competitive 140kW at 3600rpm and 450Nm at 1600-2600rpm. An automatic will be available as well. But judging from history and some undiscerning consumer patterns in the Thai pickup market, the D-Max is likely to remain a top-seller along with archrival Toyota Hilux Revo.Two migrant workers from Myanmar on death row for the 2014 murder of two British backpackers on Koh Tao have had their sentences commuted to life in prison under a royal decree, their lawyer said on Friday.Student leader Parit Chiwarak arrested ahead of major rally for democracy, while Progressive Movement leader calls for talks, not crackdowns, to find solutions.China's unprecedented railway spending boom will continue for at least another 15 years and see its high-speed network nearly double in length, China Railway Group, the state-owned railway builder, said in a new blueprint published on Thursday. With intervals every 12 months or 15,000km, that takes you out to 75,000km. Of course, it may just be cyclical, but let’s have a quick rundown of what’s on offer in the Thai market at the moment.Let’s start with some models that you may conveniently omit at the moment. The Isuzu D-Max Boondock 4x4 is available in the following colors: Cosmic Black, Red Spinel, Titanium Silver,  and Silky Pearl White. It’s a shame that such a strong badge isn’t accompanied by substantial abilities to upstage the competition, let alone be on par with them. High-specification models get leather trimming and electric adjustment, but the seats are the same basic unit: decent ergonomics, but a noticeably flat base with a lack of under-thigh support.Other than a handful of pleather coverings around the centre console bin, doors and dashboard, the only big differences in higher-specification models are the infotainment system and single-zone climate control set-up. The seat bases do flip up, which reveals some small storage in the floorpan, along with freeing up some additional storage space.I’m drawn to compare this poverty-pack D-Max against its more equipped and expensive stablemates. Whether we get the 1.9-litre twin-turbo-diesel engine used in … It’s the least car-like of the bunch, but that’s because it’s made by a company that (aside from a glittering history of sports cars in its distant past) only makes diesel engines and commercial trucks.The interesting thing about the D-Max is that it continues to compete well in a tough and competitive segment, and often outselling other brands that are better in many easily quantifiable aspects. Isuzu D-Max V-Cross 3.0 Ddi 4x4 (2020) review published : 8 Mar 2020 at 09:32 writer: Richard Leu. 7.9 L. Engine Power. I like the slide-out cupholders under the air-conditioning vents, which can help keep your drink cool and take the total count of cupholders up front to four. Bridgestone Dueler A/T 693 all-terrain rubber (different to the more aftermarket-focussed 697s) in a passenger construction and 245/70R16 size certainly benefits the ride, and also performs reasonably well off the beaten track. That’s a shame, this truck looks outstanding and our local market could learn a thing or two from Isuzu’s interior design.

2020 Isuzu D-Max 4x4 SX review.

In this V-Cross version of the D-Max, there are soft-touch plastics in some places on the fascia and door panels.Speaking of the cabin, the D-Max now has good levels of space to boast in-class.

Still, we did track one testing in the USA. Do you like the content of this article? 7.9 L. Engine Power. Engines and 4×4 combinations appear to be available on all cab configuration. The Chevrolet Colorado is getting very old in its current generation. Isuzu D-Max Boondock 3.0 4x4 MT – P1,725,000 Isuzu D-Max Boondock 3.0 4x4 AT – P1,795,000 Will Isuzu’s decision to finally equip the D-Max Boondock with a 4x4 drivetrain convince you to consider the tougher-looking workhorse? That is the strength of this D-Max, and why it’s worthy of consideration.The D-Max is covered by a six-year, 150,000km warranty. Fuel Economy. It’s a new player launched in Thailand last year with nice specs and a big body but isn’t particularly great on the move. At just over $40,000 drive-away, is this the most pragmatic 4x4 ute on the market? However, Isuzu may homologate different ECU settings for Europe on the 1.9 which could result in different outputs, and it is unlikely that the 3.0-litre will make it to Europe at all. Well, it needs that.This isn’t exactly a great time to shop for a fancy pickup used outside of the plantation. It works well off-road, however, and doesn't get overly affected by big loads.You’d want to be into black vinyl and rubber as much as the gimp from Thick vinyl matting speaks to your inner bricklayer; a tough, no-nonsense solution that fills the brief and doesn’t give two hoots about fashion, feelings or sensibilities. © 2009-2020 The Fast Lane Truck - Road Chaser, Inc. All rights reserved.