Isuzu D-MAX V-Cross

Isuzu D-Max V-Cross

Isuzu Motors India offers some of the most renowned globally popular pickups in India. The D-Max V-Cross is one of the top-end pickup models in the line-up which is equipped with the best features and technologies catering for the premium end of the category. 

Isuzu D-Max V-Cross Price: The premium D-Max V-Cross price ranges between ₹ 16-24 lakh, ex-showroom depending upon the variant that you choose to buy. 

Isuzu D-Max V-Cross GVW and Payload: The Isuzu D-max V-Cross comes with a maximum permissible GVW of 2180Kg. The payload ranges from 170 kg to 215 kg. 

Isuzu D-Max V-Cross Mileage: The mileage of any truck/pickup is subject to several factors. The actual real-life mileage is determined by driving type, road conditions and the cargo load on the truck at any given time. However, you can expect a mileage range on this Isuzu pickup between 11-13 kmpl approximate.

Isuzu D-Max V-Cross Engine: Powering the Isuzu D-Max V-Cross is the company’s BSIV compliant 4 cylinder 1898cc Isuzu 4 Cylinder, Common Rail, VGS Turbo Intercooled Diesel. This engine produces a maximum power output of 163bhp made at 3600rpm while the peak torque rating of 360 Nm arrives in the 200-2500rpm range. The transmission comes in 2 and 4 wheel drive systems in 6-speed automatic and manual types. 

Isuzu D-Max V-Cross Variants: The D-Max V-Cross is available in three variants including Isuzu D-MAX V-Cross Z Prestige 4x4 AT Isuzu D-MAX V-Cross Z 4x4 MT  Isuzu D-MAX V-Cross Z 4x2 AT 

Overview

Isuzu is one of the fastest-growing personal and commercial vehicle makers in India. This Japan-based automaker, famous for manufacturing engines and commercial vehicles, realizing the potential in the Indian commercial vehicles market had launched the Isuzu D-Max V-Cross pickup truck in the country.

Isuzu D-Max V-cross is available in the 4X4 variant in the country and is pitted against Tata Xenon Crew Cabin and Mahindra Imperio. The Tokyo headquartered CV maker calls Isuzu D-Max V-Cross as the first Indian adventure multi-utility vehicle.

Specs

Ex-Showroom Price - INR 13,59,746 (Jaipur)

Engine - 2499 cc 4 Cylinder, Common Rail, VGS Turbo Intercooled Diesel

Mileage - 12.4 kmpl

Payload - 265 kg

Engine and Performance

D-Max V-cross from Isuzu comes powered by a 2499 cc Common Rail, VGS Turbo Intercooled Diesel engine. This engine works on a 4 cylinders model and complies with BS-III emission norms. It is capable of producing a maximum power of 78 bhp at 3,800 rpm and maximum torque figures of 176 Nm at 1800 - 2400 rpm. Isuzu D-Max V-cross comes mated to a five-speed manual gearbox.

This pickup truck, in terms of performance, does not lag in power generation. The maximum 78 bhp figures are good, if not best in the category. It accelerates in a smooth manner and works on the tall gearing method. The maximum torque of 176 Nm at 1800 - 2400 rpm helps the V-Cross in sticky conditions. The 4X4 drive is great, especially when compared to other pickups available in India for buying. However, we do not feel that D-Max V-Cross is a big transitional pickup truck Indian consumers are looking for.

Vehicle Built and Load Capacity

Isuzu D-Max V-cross pickup truck is built on the standards set in Japan. The Tokyo based commercial vehicle maker has really done a splendid job in terms of its build quality. It looks a notch above, even the paints used on the body appear extra smooth. We are sure the Isuzu D-Max V-cross pickup truck will last even after a lot of off-road adventures. As we said, it is a Japanese brand, after all. The deck can only hold a maximum of 265 kg weight. This part has scope for significant improvement, especially because we Indians love to use our vehicles in every way possible. This 265 kg weight capacity may just be a turnoff for the Indian consumer.

Handling and Suspension

The incorporated power steering is a master-stroke especially given the size of the pickup. We mean, consider the 3095mm wheelbase this pickup is offered in and yet it feels better smooth to control and manoeuvre. We tested the vehicle on busy city roads, highways and on no roads as well. The steering never lost hope in us or shall we say we never lost hope in the power steering inside D-Max V-cross. It was a lot of fun driving and testing the vehicle.

The suspension part is excellent as well. All the pits, from smallest to the biggest we faced were absorbed beautifully by the pickup truck. It ensured a comfortable drive on all the roads it was tested on.

But, yes there is a catch, and that is we did not feel that comfortable while driving it off-road. The bumps were easily felt and it did cause pain in the back.

Braking and Safety

Braking and safety are the most important factors in a vehicle for us. It’s simple if a vehicle can reach 0-100 in 10 seconds time but can't reach 100 to 0 in lesser time than it’s of no use. And for the record, we fell in love with the braking abilities of Isuzu D-Max V-Cross.

The pickup comes loaded with ABS, which definitely is a game-changer. The brakes, on the other hand, are exactly what the pickup needs! This pickup truck is indeed a complete package in terms of braking and safety.

Design and Comfort

The first thing we noticed in the Isuzu D-Max V-Cross is the number of muscles on the exterior body. It at first, appeared as an all American muscle pickup, but soon we were back to thinking that the pickup has been developed in Japan.

Designed like a beast, boy wouldn't this truck grab a lot of attention? It sure would. The headlamps are classy and so are the rearview mirrors. Overall the design is not a hastened one. It's carved with patience and off course elegance. And as we said earlier the ride quality is comfortable on city roads however lacks the punch while off-roading.