From the urban jungle to the harsh Aussie Outback, the Isuzu MU-X is the perfect partner for family adventures big and small
- Cutting-edge safety
- School and play
- Power where you need it
- Smart technology for every day
- Capable and reliable
- More than a car
- The ultimate family SUV
Aussies love a four-wheel drive, but it can be a minefield choosing one that will live up to the expectations of the entire family.
It’s one thing to have a safe and comfortable seven-seater for the school run or for the daily commute. Often, it’s another altogether to have a capable and accomplished getaway machine.
Fortunately, the Isuzu MU-X has been designed to tackle everything an adventurous family can throw at one SUV. It’s a car with proven engineering integrity and capability, yet it has all the smarts and technology demanded by modern lifestyles. And it comes at a value-packed drive-away price of $65,990 for the generously appointed LS-T 4×4.
If you’re currently considering 4×4 SUV options for your family, here are six things that make the Isuzu MU-X the ultimate SUV for the suburbs, the city, the beach, the bush, the Outback and beyond.
Cutting-edge safety
There’s something reassuring in knowing that all seven seats in an Isuzu MU-X have the same intense emphasis on safety. It starts with intelligent seatbelt reminders throughout, incorporates eight airbags throughout the cabin – with curtain airbags extending across all three rows – and an advanced post-collision braking system that reduces the chances of a secondary impact.
There’s also a suite of the latest advanced safety systems that include Autonomous Emergency Braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, Traffic Sign Recognition, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Blind Spot Monitoring. Combined with a robust, occupant-protecting structure, it has all earned the MU-X a full five-star ANCAP rating at the rigorous 2022 protocols.
School and play
Some cars are great off-road, others are great in the suburbs. Very few combine both talents – but the Isuzu MU-X is one of them. The spacious seven-seat wagon body doesn’t feel too big yet ensures you have room for the whole family and any friends. Plush seats and excellent vision combine with ventilation to all three rows to ensure everyone is content, while its 12 drink holders reinforces how the MU-X has been designed to cater for the whole family.
Then for those big adventures you can fold the third row to expand the load area to a cavernous 1119 litres; enough for a couple of full-sized suitcases. Plus, the Isuzu MU-X can tow up to 3500kg and comes with advanced Trailer Sway Control to keep the whole rig in check, no matter what the challenge. So, whether it’s a caravan or boat, you’ll be well equipped for the ultimate adventure.
Power where you need it
At the heart of the Isuzu MU-X is a proven turbo-diesel powertrain, producing a gutsy 140kW and 450Nm. The advanced 3.0-litre unit has loads of low-down torque for excellent take-off acceleration and great around-town driveability. It’s also refined and economical, returning 8.3L/100km, which combines with its relaxed nature to make it the perfect partner, even in traffic.
All that grunt and goodness translates to the open road, too, where the ample pulling power makes for effortless cruising. An intelligent six-speed auto with sequential sports mode is slick, smooth and efficient – ideal attributes for a family SUV.
Smart technology for every day
Every Isuzu MU-X comes with a range of comfort and safety systems that make driving easier and safer. Keeping the driver connected is wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto. Thoughtful technology such as Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist adds peace of mind for country driving. On LS-U and LS-T models, activating the tailgate is as easy as stepping into the detection area behind the vehicle to open or close it completely hands-free. The doors will also lock automatically as you walk away, meaning no need to search for keys. You can even start the car remotely to heat the cabin on chilly mornings – and LS-T models come with variable heated seats up front
Capable and reliable
The Isuzu MU-X is not just a pretty face. Or, more correctly, it’s not just a tough-looking 4×4. That toughness permeates through its rugged ladder-frame chassis and to the core of the car, which has been engineered to tackle the world’s toughest terrain.
Terrain Command allows you to switch between the 4WD dual-range drivetrain at a flick of a dial, while a locking rear differential maximises traction in challenging conditions. There’s even a Rough Terrain Mode that maximises driveability and traction when the going really gets tough.
The raw numbers also back up the off-road story: the Isuzu MU-X can wade through water to a depth of 800mm and it has up to 235mm of ground clearance – as well as steel and poly-composite underbody protection. For added peace of mind, the Isuzu MU-X is backed by a long six-year, 150,000km warranty.
More than a car
Buying an Isuzu MU-X is not just about getting one of the best seven-seat SUVs on the market. It also opens you and the family up to a world of adventure. Owners automatically receive a free subscription to Isuzu UTE’s max*d Magazine, which showcases stories and articles tailored to the great outdoors. You’ll never struggle for inspiration again.
Plus, you have access to the renowned Isuzu I-Venture Club, which not only helps build your 4×4 and towing skills but also allows you to sign up for 4×4 trips that will take you to some of Australia’s most breathtaking destinations.
The ultimate family SUV
City or country, commuting or relaxing, the Isuzu MU-X takes the broad scope of family duties in its stride. In so many respects it’s the ultimate family SUV for Australia, which is why so many Aussie families are embracing the Isuzu MU-X lifestyle. Now find out more about the Isuzu MU-X.
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