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About the Isuzu MU-X
Last updated Jul 01, 2025The 2021 Isuzu MU-X is a large SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Used prices in Australia typically range from $43,900 for the Ls-m variant and topping out at $65,900 for the Ls-t.
There are 4 variants of the MU-X available in Australia and this generation went on sale in July of 2021.
The Isuzu MU-X is only available with an diesel motor that produces 130kW and 430Nm of torque. Both four-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive configurations are available.
The 2021 MU-X was offered with a 6 year, 150,000 km warranty.
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Power to Weight
61.2 - 69.63 kW/t
53.77 kW/t
215.12 kW/t
Boot Space
235 - 311 litres
131 litres
1,069 litres
Fuel Efficiency
7.81 - 8.33 L/100km
5.59 L/100km
16.67 L/100km
Vehicle Range
802 - 1,026 km
554 km
1,682 km
Price
$43,900 - $65,900
$37,440
$140,450
Warranty (Years)
6 years
5 years
10 years
Warranty (Distance)
150,000 km
100,000 km
999,999 km
Years on Sale
New this year - 1 year
New this year
9 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,650 - 2,800 kg
2,100 kg
3,300 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
3,001 - 3,500 kg
1,497 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
23.3 - 29.2°
23.3°
36.6°
Departure Angle
24.6 - 27.6°
23°
31.9°
Ground Clearance Unladen
221 - 236 mm
206 mm
277 mm
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2021 Isuzu MU-X Reviews
2021 Isuzu MU-X Price
LS-M
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | $51,200 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, RWD | $43,900 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | $53,900 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, RWD | $47,900 |
LS-U
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | $53,600 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, RWD | $46,300 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | $59,900 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, RWD | $53,900 |
Onyx Edition
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | $56,990 |
LS-T
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | $57,400 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, RWD | $50,100 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | $65,900 |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, RWD | $59,900 |
*excl. on-roads
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2021 Isuzu MU-X Fuel Economy
There are 5 different fuel economy figures for the Isuzu MU-X
The most fuel efficient Isuzu MU-X is the LS-M with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 3.0L TURBO DIESEL COMMON RAIL and uses 7.8L of diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Isuzu MU-X that uses the most amount of fuel is the LS-U with a 6-speed Automatic which is powered by a 3.0L TURBO DIESEL COMMON RAIL and uses 8.3L of diesel per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the Isuzu MU-X variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| Isuzu MU-X | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | Diesel | 8.1 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, RWD | Diesel | 8.0 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, 4x4 | Diesel | 8.3 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Diesel, RWD | Diesel | 7.8 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Isuzu MU-X?
The Isuzu MU-X has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.
2021 Isuzu MU-X Warranty
What is the warranty on a Isuzu MU-X?
The Isuzu MU-X offers a 6 year 150,000 km limit warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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Isuzu MU-X FAQs
The cheapest Isuzu MU-X is the LS-M that starts from $43,900.
The most expensive Isuzu MU-X is the LS-T that starts from $65,900.
The best towing capacity of a Isuzu MU-X is 3500 kg offered by the following variants: LS-M, LS-U and LS-T.
The largest Isuzu MU-X is the LS-T which measures 1860mm wide, 4825mm in length and sits 1860mm tall.
The most powerful Isuzu MU-X is the LS-U which has 140kW of power from its 3.0L TURBO DIESEL COMMON RAIL engine.
The Isuzu MU-X is built in Thailand and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Isuzu MU-X is the LS-U which weighs 2800 kg (kerb weight).
The Isuzu MU-X uses diesel.