Isuzu Motors India upgrades its SCV line-up

Isuzu Motors India has updated its range of small commercial vehicles by bringing in the new BS VI-compliant D-Max Regular Cab and D-Max S-Cab.

The company also added a new variant – D-Max Super Strong – with a payload capacity of 1,710kg. The updated range comes powered by the BS VI-compliant 2.5-litre Isuzu 4JA1 diesel  engine. 

Isuzu has equipped both the vehicles with variable geometry turbocharger that allows effective fuel burn. Equipped with an effective set of after treatment Devices including LNT (Lean NOx Trap), DPD (Diesel Particulate Diffuser) and P-SCR (Passive Selective Catalyst Reduction), the vehicles effectively manage treatment of the exhaust gases and particulate matter. The company claims that the D-Max Regular Cab and S-Cab are the only vehicles in the segment with an electronically-controlled EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) system.

The refreshed models also come packed with added features both on the exterior and interior. The distinctive exterior is more aerodynamic in design and sports a new grille, as well as new designs for the bonnet and bumper.

Both the models now come with a multi-information display cluster with gear shift indicator that enables the driver to use the ideal gear in any driving condition ensuring best of the vehicle in terms of torque, fuel management and drivetrain durability.

On the inside, the D-MAX now also gets high-quality fabric upholstery, height adjustable seat belts, as well as sliding co-driver's seat for the comfort of the co-passenger.

With addition of the new vehicles, Isuzu offers the D-Max Regular Cab High-Ride with flat deck, D-Max Regular Cab-Chassis, S-Cab Standard-Ride, S-Cab High-Ride and the new D-Max Regular Cab Super Strong, offering more versatile options for all business and professional requirements.

Commenting on the launch of the new vehicles,  Tsuguo Fukumura, Managing Director, Isuzu Motors India, said, “The Isuzu D-Max and D-Max S-Cab have always struck a chord with our customers. We are happy to introduce many first-in-segment features including the Variable Geometry Turbocharger, Brake Override System, new Multi-information display with Gear Shift Indicator, electronically controlled EGR and sliding co-driver seat in our vehicles.”

Ken Takashima, Deputy Managing Director, Isuzu Motors India, said, “Our vehicles are designed to offer the perfect combination of style, power and road presence while also providing excellent comfort and safety”