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SMARTER, STRONGER, SAFER
THAT’S ISUZU’S LATEST GENERATION D-MAX
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When the opportunity to get behind the wheel of the all-new Isuzu D-Max came up, courtesy of dealers Eakin Bros, we didn’t hesitate to take advantage of the offer, as Van Ireland’s Phil Eaglestone reports. Combining smart new styling and improved off-road performance with impressive safety technology, it certainly didn’t disappoint. We have been following the evolution of the D-Max over the years, with lots of test drives under our belt already, but we never fail to be surprised by the subtle and not so subtle changes that come with each generation. This third generation model, as Isuzu have said, not only delivers the capability and durability you’d expect from an Isuzu pick-up truck, it also features what can only be described as superior levels of comfort and refinement, while retaining the same workhorse practicalities that Isuzu customers have become accustomed to, with a one-tonne payload and up to 3.5 tonnes towing capacity. We are not surprised it recently was named 2021 Pick-up of the Year, and, thanks to its even stronger chassis and intelligent new ADAS safety systems, it has become the first pick-up to achieve the maximum 5-star rating in the latest Euro NCAP tests. Backed by Isuzu’s 125,000 mile / 5 Year warranty, the D-Max already appeals to a wide variety of drivers, from fleet operators to families, with the model range structured into three segments: Business, All-Purpose and Adventure. This latest lineup of trucks sits within each range and will clearly suit every customer’s requirements. The Business range features the Utility trim and this base specification workhorse is
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