Overview
The 2012 Isuzu D-max SX (4x4) FARM MATE is a four-wheel drive Tray that was released to the Australian market on 2nd January 2011 classified as a TF MY10. The Isuzu D-max is regarded as a pick up or cab chassis 4x4 built in Thailand with prices from a dealer as a used car starting at $16,600.
The Isuzu D-max is a four-wheel drive 2 door with 4 seats, powered by a 3.0L Diesel Turbo 4 Cylinder engine that has 120 kW of power (at 3600 rpm) and 360 Nm of torque (at 1800 rpm) via a 5 Speed Manual. Isuzu claims the D-Max SX (4x4) FARM MATE uses 8.1L/100km of diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 213g of CO2. It has a 76L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 938km per full tank.
The Isuzu D-max measures 1750mm (68.9 inches) in height, 0mm (0.0 inches) in length, 1800mm (70.9 inches) in width with a 3200mm (126.0 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1725kg (3803.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The D-Max SX (4x4) FARM MATE comes standard with 245/70 R16 front tyres and 245/70 R16 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 (4x4) FARM MATE has a 225mm ground clearance with a 3000kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity. It has a final gear ratio of 3.727.
The VIN number can be found on the Mid Driver Side Chassis and the compliance plate is located on the Pass Side Inner Guard. An example VIN number would be similar to MPATFS85J9T100001.
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 | 120kW |
| Power RPM | 3600 |
| Torque | 360Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 |
| Bore Stroke | 95.4x104.9 |
| Compression Ratio | 17.50 |
| Transmission | 5 Speed Manual |
|---|---|
| Final Gear Ratio | 3.727 |
| Suspension Front | anti roll bar, gas damper, torsion bar, upper and lower wishbone |
| Suspension Rear | gas damper, leaf spring |
| Steering Mechanism | RACK & PINION - POWER ASSISTED |
| Drive | 4x4 |
| Fuel Combined (L/100km) | 8.1 |
|---|---|
| Fuel Urban (L/100km) | - |
| Fuel Extra Urban (L/100km) | - |
| Tank Size (L) | 76 |
| Fuel Type | diesel |
| e10 Compatible | - |
| CO2 Combined | 213 |
| CO2 Urban | - |
| CO2 Extra Urban | - |
| Brake Front | DISC - VENTILATED |
|---|---|
| Brake Rear | DRUM |
| Tyre Front | 245/70 R16 |
| Tyre Rear | 245/70 R16 |
| Front Rim Size | 7x16 |
| Rear Rim Size | 7x16 |
| Vehicle Height (mm) | 1750 |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Length (mm) | - |
| Vehicle Width (mm) | 1800 |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 225 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 3200 |
| Turning Circle (m) | 12.0 |
| Unladen Weight (kg) | 1725 |
| Gross Combined Weight (kg) | 5900 |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (kg) | 2900 |
| Track Front | - |
| Track Rear | - |
| Towing Capacity Brake (kg) | 3000 |
| Towing Capacity Unbraked (kg) | 750 |
| Compliance Plate Location | Pass Side Inner Guard |
|---|---|
| Country Of Origin | Thailand |
| Number of Doors | 2 |
| Seats | 4 |
| Service Interval KMs | 10 |
| Service Interval Months | 6 |
| VIN Location | Mid Driver Side Chassis |
| VIN Number | MPATFS85J9T100001 |
| Warranty KMs | 100 |
| Warranty Months | 36 |
| Discontinued Date | 31/05/2012 |
| ANCAP Rating | - |
|---|---|
| Euro Air Pollution Standard | - |