7.8
2025 Isuzu MU-X review
MU-X buyers can choose between two engines, two drive types and three trim levels, but the 1.9-litre 4x4 LS-U isn't the perfect permutation.
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Josh Nevett
2023 Isuzu MU-X vs 2024 BMW X5 Comparison
Isuzu MU-X
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv large category, between scores of 7 and 8.6.
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Based on the Isuzu MU-X LS-U (4x4)
Based on the BMW X5 xDRIVE40i M SPORT MHEV
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
TowingFuel Efficiency
80L
592 to 664 km
69L - 83L
131 to 1038 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
6 year
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CarExpert's Take
Josh Nevett
Marketplace Journalist
Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Proven off-road capability
- Fuel-efficient
- Space for seven adults
Misses
- Lethargic engine
- Towing capacity down on rivals
- Slow infotainment system
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Buttery smooth inline-six
- Impressive interior technology suite
- Solid value alongside Mercedes GLE
Misses
- Limited rear seat space
- Another year, another price rise
- Petrol engine likes a drink in town
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Mica Paint (+$650)
- Metallic Paint (+$650)
- Comfort (+$3,800)
- Individual Full Leather (+$2,500)
- Individual Full Leather - Alternative Pricing (+$4,000)
Colours Available
The 2023 Isuzu MU-X is available in the following exterior paint colours:
- Basalt black mica
- Cobalt blue mica
- Galaxy blue mica (LS-U and LS-T only) (NEW)
- Magnetic red mica
- Mercury silver metallic
- Mineral white
- Moonstone white pearl (LS-U and LS-T only)
- Obsidian grey mica
All premium paints cost an additional $650.
The BMW X5 is available in the following colours:
- Alpine White
- M Carbon Black metallic
- Black Sapphire metallic
- Mineral White metallic
- Phytonic Blue
- Arctic Grey
- Dravit Grey metallic
- Tanzanite Blue metallic
- Ametrine metallic
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO CDI | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ, BI TURBO DIR F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1898 - 2999 | 2993 - 4395 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 3.0L, 1.9L | 3.0L, 4.4L | |
| Induction | ||
| DIESEL TURBO 4 | TURBO 6, TURBO V8, DIESEL TURBO 6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 24 - 32 | |
| Power | ||
| 140kW | 210kW - 460kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 3600 | 4000 - 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 450Nm | 520Nm - 750Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1600 | 1500 - 1850 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 16.3 | 10 - 16.5 | |
