As with the current version, the 3-litre engine is offered with a choice between six-speed manual and six-speed automatic gearboxes. Under the hood, the new 2020 Isuzu Dmax is powered by a newly developed 3.0-liter turbodiesel engine capable of producing 188 hp of maximum power and 450 Nm of peak torque. Isuzu Motors South Africa has confirmed that production of the “Our project launch team is working at an accelerated pace, and we anticipate that we will be ready to roll the first units off the production line during the second half of 2021,” Isuzu Motors South Africa Senior Vice President for Technical Operations, Dominic Rimmer, said in a statement.The marque has meanwhile stated that upgrades are currently taking place at the plant in preparation for production of the D-Max, which made its world debut in Thailand last year, with Rimmer also attributing the later date to the sourcing of local suppliers and localisation of various system and components.“Our bakkies are locally engineered to meet the requirements of local and Sub-Saharan Africa markets, thus ensuring that our products maintain high quality standards, while retaining their reputation for reliability, capability and durability,” he said.While no details regarding specification have been revealed, expect local models to make use of the newly revised 3.0 D-TEQ turbodiesel engine that produces 140kW/450Nm paired to either six-speed manual or six-speed automatic gearbox. As before, single, extended and double cab bodystyles will be offered with a choice of rear-or-four-wheel-drive. The biggest contender in the SUV segment, the Isuzu MU-X will be coming to SA.

The new Isuzu D-Max is coming and it gives as good as it gets! As we know South Africans love and are loyal to the Isuzu brand, known for reliability, quality and appeal. Please visit the official Government information portal for Coronavirus by clicking Isuzu Motors South Africa has confirmed that production of the all-new D-Max will only start in 2021 and not this year as initially reported. Isuzu has whipped the covers off its new D-Max (once known here in South Africa as the KB) in Thailand, handing its one-tonne bakkie more power, larger dimensions and added technology. BANGKOK, THAILAND - Isuzu’s D-Max has been given its first redesign in eight years, and the bakkie gets a bold new look for 2020 as well as revised engines and improved overall refinement.

South African motoring enthusiasts can expect a bumper year for new car releases in 2020 whether it be a face-lift, a new variant, or all-new model. An electromagnetic rear differential lock is also fitted.Inside the cabin of the new D-Max, we see a cleaner design with upgraded materials that give it a more upscale appearance. The official date has not been announced yet but it is expected to arrive late this year and will hit the market big. "Isuzu is committed to this market as demonstrated by its decision to take over the light commercial vehicle operations as well as the balance of shareholding in the trucks business in South Africa, making this its first fully owned subsidiary outside of Japan".
An all-new 2020 Isuzu D-Max is coming to PH soon.
At the lower end of the line-up, Isuzu is offering a revised version of its 1.9-litre turbodiesel engine, which is currently not offered in South Africa.Naturally, the vehicles are available in rear-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive configurations, the latter receiving an enhanced 4WD system, with improved power transfer and quicker shift times between the RWD and 4WD modes as well as between high and low. The fresh range is set to comprise three body styles: regular cab, space cab and crew cab. BANGKOK, THAILAND - Isuzu’s D-Max has been given its first redesign in eight years, and the bakkie gets a bold new look for 2020 as well as revised engines and improved overall refinement.Making greater use of high-tensile steel, the new Isuzu’s body is 20 percent more rigid than before, says Isuzu, while various improvements have been made to the suspension, steering and braking systems.Under the bonnet, the range-topping versions get a revised version of the 4JJ1 3-litre turbodiesel, which now produces 140kW and 450Nm, up from the current model’s 130kW and 380Nm.