Overview
The 2012 Isuzu D-max SX (4x2) is a rear wheel drive Cab Chassis that was released to the Australian market on 6th January 2012 classified as a TF MY12. The Isuzu D-max is regarded as a pick up or cab chassis 4x2 built in Thailand with prices from a dealer as a used car starting at $14,100.
The Isuzu D-max is a rear wheel drive 2 door with 2 seats, powered by a 3.0L Diesel Turbo 4 Cylinder engine that has 130 kW of power (at 3600 rpm) and 380 Nm of torque (at 1800 rpm) via a 5 Speed Manual. Isuzu claims the D-Max SX (4x2) uses 8.0L/100km of diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 212g of CO2. It has a 76L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 950km per full tank.
The Isuzu D-max measures 1685mm (66.3 inches) in height, 5040mm (198.4 inches) in length, 1775mm (69.9 inches) in width with a 3095mm (121.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1527kg (3366.5 lbs) of unladen weight. The D-Max SX (4x2) comes standard with 215/70 R15 front tyres and 215/70 R15 rear tyres. It requires a service every 6 months or 10,000 km, whichever comes first. It has a 36 month, 100km warranty.
The 2012 Isuzu D-max SX (4x2) has a 190mm ground clearance with a 2500kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity. It has a final gear ratio of 3.416.
The VIN number can be found on the Mid Driver Side Chassis and the compliance plate is located on the RHS Corner of Deflector Panel. An example VIN number would be similar to MPATFS85JDT000011.
Pros
- Torquey, smooth powertrain
- Spacious cabin with great front seats
- Lane-keeping aid made friendlier
Cons
- Price hike since launch
- Narrow driver’s footrest
- Smaller touchscreen looks cheap
Dimensions
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
Specifications
| Type | Diesel Turbo Fuel Injection |
|---|---|
| Size (cc) | 2999 |
| Size (L) | - |
| Induction | Diesel Turbo 4 Cylinder |
| Camshaft | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | 16 |
| Power | 130kW |
| Power RPM | 3600 |
| Torque | 380Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 |
| Bore Stroke | 95.4x104.9 |
| Compression Ratio | 17.30 |
| Transmission | 5 Speed Manual |
|---|---|
| Final Gear Ratio | 3.416 |
| Suspension Front | anti roll bar, coil spring, double wishbone, gas damper |
| Suspension Rear | gas damper, leaf spring |
| Steering Mechanism | RACK & PINION - POWER ASSISTED |
| Drive | RWD |
| Fuel Combined (L/100km) | 8.0 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Urban (L/100km) | 10.3 |
| Fuel Extra Urban (L/100km) | 6.8 |
| Tank Size (L) | 76 |
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| e10 Compatible | - |
| CO2 Combined | 212 |
| CO2 Urban | 270 |
| CO2 Extra Urban | 179 |
| Brake Front | DISC - VENTILATED |
|---|---|
| Brake Rear | DRUM |
| Tyre Front | 215/70 R15 |
| Tyre Rear | 215/70 R15 |
| Front Rim Size | 6.5x15 |
| Rear Rim Size | 6.5x15 |
| Vehicle Height (mm) | 1685 |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Length (mm) | 5040 |
| Vehicle Width (mm) | 1775 |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 190 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 3095 |
| Turning Circle (m) | 12.0 |
| Unladen Weight (kg) | 1527 |
| Gross Combined Weight (kg) | 5350 |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (kg) | 2850 |
| Track Front | - |
| Track Rear | - |
| Towing Capacity Brake (kg) | 2500 |
| Towing Capacity Unbraked (kg) | 750 |
| Compliance Plate Location | RHS Corner of Deflector Panel |
|---|---|
| Country Of Origin | Thailand |
| Number of Doors | 2 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Service Interval KMs | 10 |
| Service Interval Months | 6 |
| VIN Location | Mid Driver Side Chassis |
| VIN Number | MPATFS85JDT000011 |
| Warranty KMs | 100 |
| Warranty Months | 36 |
| Discontinued Date | 31/01/2014 |
| ANCAP Rating | - |
|---|---|
| Euro Air Pollution Standard | Euro 4 |