Isuzu D-MAX RC.II 4x4 (2017-2023) (page 2 of 2)
Also referred to as: Isuzu D-MAX RC.II 4x4 2022 and Isuzu D-MAX RC.II 4x4 2024.
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Great Outback vehicle, simply great.
D-MAX 4x4 SX (2017-2023)We use the Dmax as our only car. We have altered it slightly by adding a canopy and a few extras for outback travelling. But we also use it for normal driving as it is a four door and it is quite comfortable. It is economical on fuel, even when towing a Caravan offroad. It is a great workhorse and will go where many other trucks breakdown. The price is better than a few other vehicles in the same range and it also has a capped service for 5 years. We have had no problems with it and although large it is a dream to drive.
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Quite simply a great ute...
D-MAX 4x4 LS-M (2017-2023)Bought mine at 60 000ks old. From original owner in absolute immaculate condition.
It's now done 104 000ks. I do about 1000 ks a week, with approx a 600kgs load, and absolutely 0 major issues to report. Which was my main reason for picking the dmax. Reliability.
I will now list some of the annoying relatively small faults with it:
Suspension is crap with a load. It's obviously built for comfort. But by 100 000ks mine were truly sagged (inverted) and even before that it was "floaty". Recently had that replaced with aftermarket and it's now awesome.
The Bluetooth handsfree is terrible. Other people struggle to hear you. Oneday, I may look at an aftermarket headunit.
Love it! Great ute for this price range
D-MAX 4x4 SX (2017-2023)My D-Max ute is the 2018 space cab 4x4 auto tray back – the one with rear wing doors for the back. It’s my new work truck. For a work truck, I think it’s a beauty! It has a solid feel to it on the road, goes and stops well, and is nice to drive for a ute. The power is fine, and being auto it’s easy to drive and better suited to the diesel than a manual gearbox in my opinion. I’m averaging 8.3 litres per 100kms and that includes commuting in heavy traffic, and then general driving, but no towing or loads. It’s easy to see out of, and my tr
... Read moreuck has a rear camera (essential) and a rear window demister. Some spec sheets say these are not fitted to the base model so check this out when you buy one. The stereo is fairly basic, and there is no GPS or Apple connectivity other than Bluetooth. Cruise is fine, as are the other controls. Disappointingly, it doesn’t show the outside temperature, minor I know but I miss that. The front seats have come in for some criticism and although I find it comfortable to sit in, I do find it uncomfortable after an hour of driving. The back seats, or jump seats, would suit people who you don’t want to talk to again! But, they’re legal for adults to sit in so compared to walking they’re still handy. Best thing is that’s where all your gear goes. One thing though, you have to close the front doors pretty firmly due to the movement in the rear opening doors – there’s no pillar of course. If I were in the market for a dual cab 4x4 then this would take some beating for the price.
The Hardware is Great, Software Needs Work
D-MAX 4x4 LS-U (2017-2023)I'll say from the outset that my 4 previous cars were new 4wd's (2 Hiluxes followed by 2 Tritons) and this 2017 D-max is easily the best of the bunch. But that's not to say there weren't issues, both initially and one current....
My previous 2013 Triton had the so-called "hi-power" 2.5L diesel but that engine was hopeless under 2000 rpm - turbo lag and virtually no torque to get you moving etc. So when D-max shopping, I first test drove a manual version to see how the engine pulled, esp at low revs. And it was wonderful in comparison. It
... Read mores new 6 speed transmission easily pulled off the mark in 2nd gear and the clutch pedal was half the weight of my previous Triton. It's heavy clutch and lack of low speed engine torque meant you were constantly using the gear lever to "row" it along like a boat and it was killing my left knee in particular. I'd always been a bit of a "die-hard" for manuals but I've conceded they don't work so well with "short-breathed" diesels and determined to go with an auto this time. When first considering buying a D-max, I was frustrated at how much the 2 different dealers and sales staff I consulted didn't know about the car. Since the D-max had a new 6 spd transmission in both manual and auto, my first question of the manual transmission in particular was, "Why?" I found the engine to be especially torquey so I then asked if it was because it had 2 overdrive gears (the "holy grail" of transmissions). All replied in the negative. A week or two later when I finally received my brochure in the post and was reading the specs, there it was - 4th gear was 1:1 ratio. That meant 5th & 6th were both overdrive, in manual and auto. My real dealership frustrations concerned genuine Isuzu accessories. They couldn't actually show me a vehicle fitted with any. When I asked detailed questions about the hard tonneau cover (2 different locking systems) and the sports bar (was it a single welded unit or less desirable bolt together job), no-one knew and they had no close-up photos available. As it turned out, I ordered the wrong locking system for the tonneau, which should've been a moot point because they also didn't know at the time that the hard tonneau cover wasn't available in the Spacecab version I'd ordered. Since the contract was signed, without checking with me, they sourced an after-market version but with the same locking system that I specifically didn't want. And since I was no longer getting a factory hard tonneau, I could've then sourced an aftermarket custom sports bar in the welded style that I wanted, IF I'd have known. So yeah, some heated words were exchanged with the sales manager. Anyway, I've had it nearly a year now and it's generally great but I've had an issue with the new 6 speed auto transmission. I should say an issue in conjunction with the cruise control. I read reviews before I bought the car and knew there were criticisms that the new auto had a habit of hunting for gears, esp around 70-80kph.
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Before 1000km fantastic - after 1000km terrible
D-MAX RC.II 4x4 LS-T (2017-2020)Bought the MY18 LS - T dual cab two months ago. Up until 1000 km it was fantastic. It felt as though you were floating on a cloud as you drove down the road. But exactly at 1000 km the ride became terrible. It felt like you were driving down a corrugated dirt road on smooth highways. The vibration was felt through the steering and brake pedal as well as the cabin as a whole. When you spoke it sounded full of vibration. Isuzu service centre looked at the vehicle and blamed the Ironman bull bar fitted at delivery without fitting the heavy duty
... Read moresuspension. Isuzu said i had to wait one month for them to look at it and so I booked it in. They did the 3,000 km service but didn't fix any of the warranty defects. I had to book it in for them to order parts and fit them; this will take another month's wait as they are far too busy. So I'm left with a vehicle that is not pleasant to drive because of the vibration, body rolls around corners and under brakes. It's also causing me knee problems on long drives because of the vibration. Toyota service are never too busy to attend to your vehicle up here in Cairns but Isuzu are just too busy. I bought this DMax because it got great reviews and reviewer said they had great customer service; but I now know you can't believe all the reviews. In hindsight I should have got a Hilux. I'm getting an independent assessment of the bullbar and suspension and will up date this review if it improves the performance of the vehicle. But for now I would not recommend the MY18 Dmax.
Worst car I have ever owned
D-MAX RC.II 4x4 LS-T (2017-2020)Been back close to 20 times for various faults and most of them
Still have not been fixed . Worst choice of car I have ever made . Almost 70000 on it and have had nothing but issues with Isuzu . Every time I take my car for a service it comes back with damage to it . At what point can you get your money back for a lemon car ? A car worth $56k to buy is apparently worth under 30k 18 months later and made to be my problem and loss . Please don’t make the same mistake as I did people . Fuel economy is false in there stats also . Buy a ranger or lux
Good quality build but seriously uncomfortable
D-MAX 4x4 LS-U (2017-2023)I purchased my 2017 LSU as a demo model in March this year. It had been sold to someone else who traded it in on a Toyota after 6 days of ownership because of his back problem. I have now covered 22,000kms. The ute is well built and reliable. It drives well. That said, the poor quality blue tooth is a problem with people that I call telling me that they can barely hear me. If I press my nose against the windscreen when driving, I can just carry on a telephone conversation. The worst feature is the lack of comfort on the seats. People who tell y
... Read moreou they are very comfortable are just exaggerating. I have owned four other utes and the Izuzu is by far the worst comfortwise. After a 300km journey you are like a cripple with back pain and a sore backside. I do a lot of kms each year and this has become a real problem. I actually wrote to Isuzu, received a nice but totally unhelpful reply. I recently spoke to my mechanic who does my servicing. His words were "Isuzu are a well built and reliable vehicle but they lack the refinements of other 4wds in the market. They are not quite there yet. " I can only agree with this view. Will I buy another Isuzu? Well, the jury is out on that one. Regards Bob
Strong reliable Ute And easy to put fun 4x4 Accesorys and and go explore.
D-MAX 4x4 SX (2017-2023)There is a lot a like about this UTE i considered buying a used UTE for carting some heavy loads out to the property, my original thought was just a basic Ute, however i did a full shocks and suspension upgrade and found its actually very capable 4wd as well.
Compared to the other Utes even the current LSU version it has not much tech i think only traction control. but it no less capable on hill descent jut using i1gear (sports mode).
It tows well, I have had it loaded to 1tonne payload plus 750FG trailer in tow, it gets a bit heavy on th
Piece of junk
D-MAX 4x4 SX (2017-2023)I’ve owned 11 vehicle’s in the past and this is by far the worst.
3k service both outer cv boots were buggered
Done 14k and suspension is shot.
Cannot drive for more than 30 min without getting severe back pain due to rubbish seats.
Back doors don’t close properly.
Auto gearbox is crap, changes gears randomly.
Radio screen doesn’t turn off, terrible for night driving.
Seat belt alarm for passenger gets set off if you have more than 3kg on seat.
No LSD, traction control is rubbish.
Bluetooth hands free doesn’t work properly.
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Try Blue Ribbon Motors Yamanto.
D-MAX 4x4 SX (2017-2023)Try Blue Ribbon Motors Yamanto. Bought our 2018 Isusu D-Max single cab 4x4 there and can't fault their help and after sales service. Picked up vehicle and drove 1200 klms home. Unlike other vehicles we have owned, I alighted from the vehicle without any back pain. The vehicle is user friendly with good pick up speed on hills and turns on a dime. Which of course is great for parking. We spend over half a tank less to travel 800 klms, than our other vehicles. Plenty of leg room an room behing the seats.
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Bulletproof and unstoppable towing capabilities.
D-MAX 4x4 SX (2017-2023)After suffering numerous issues with my old 2013 Holden Colorado including a new engine due to oil issues, I moved into a dmax and had no problems what so ever. In comparison to the Colorado, the Dmax has been cheaper to maintain and seemed to tow the 2tonne boat with ease. I recently upgraded to a new Dmax and it’s been bulletproof like the first one.
The drive is fairly bumpy, but thats expected of a decent 1-tonne Ute. The engine is louder than most Passenger cars, but again that’s expected of a Ute. The interior is all plastic, hardy
... Read moredurable plastic with carpet on the bits and pieces that need it. It’s a no frills interior that does the job nicely. I figured I needed a Ute without the gadgets that I could depend on, and this is it. Running costs are pretty good, considering it’s size — usually getting 7.8 - 8.2 litres per 100kms. Servicing is around. $350 per service, and done each year. Very happy with my dmax and have recommended them to everyone I know that needed a real tough Ute.
Isuzu D-max Lsm
D-MAX 4x4 LS-M (2017-2023)I have mixed feelings about my D'max, I love and dislike this ute, The Isuzu dealers, I have been dealing with are rude and have a don't care attitude also they treat you like idiot. But its a awesome ute with a strong engine and great on fuel. very tuff solid build car.
Dislike's
1. seats are horrible for long trips
2.Expensive aftermarket and not a lot available
3. It does strange things while driving
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D-MAX 4x4 SX (2017-2023)Compared a range of 4 x 4 and for our budget, we were down to the Triton and the Isuzu D-Max. Absolutely love the D-Max as the handling of the vehicle was more grounded. The Triton felt very light when travelling at 100km/hr in comparison. The interior of the D-Max is average however was quite impressed that the SX model we purchased had a touch screen radio. Definitely a very reliable and durable vehicle and would highly recommend it.
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Gotta love Da Max
D-MAX 4x4 SX (2017-2023)Got out of a Ford XR6 for the Isuzu Dmax. Want to go off road and this is my first 4wd vehicle. Friend recommended the Dmax and I am extremely happy. Great fuel economy, great ride, lots of fun. Love the sound of the turbo sucking air thru the snorkel.
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A great addition
D-MAX 4x4 LS-U (2017-2023)Having owned this now for 6 weeks I think the ISUZU is fantastic.
The vehicle is a light truck after all and it has a robustness when on the road.
The ride is comfortable, I would be the first to complain, since we test drove several other Utes this has to be the one with the most support in the seats, front and rear.
Fuel economy is pretty good, although I haven't taken it on a long journey yet, that's to come, but 'around town' driving ie to and from work it is better fuel than I was getting from my old Mitsi Paj.
There is great storage i
Excellent fitness for purpose- superb built quality
D-MAX 4x4 LS-U (2017-2023)Very happy with my D-Max LSU after trading a 2012 HILUX SR5 dual cab with low kms. I need this car for towing a large boat but also have a small farm and go off road occasionally. I test drove other options such as new HILUX and Ranger but not as good a package for my needs. D-Max not as much bling as other options but I am not buying for bling! What you get with D-Max is quality, toughness, towing ability and reliability. Both my new LSU and SR5 are twin cab, have steel bull bar, driving lights, tow bar, reversing camera, electric brakes, tub
... Read moreliner, rubber mats, Water Watch (don't go bush without one). I used the SR5 and new LSU to tow a 2.3 tonne boat. The SR5 was a very good ute. I have always been a Toyota person. SR5 rugged, reliable and very good tow vehicle. Performance almost as good as new D-Max due to a DP chip (DP Chip excellent - more power, torque and better fuel economy). Also SR5 had sat nav with speed zones that LSU does not - why not is surprising. D-Max also does not have a digital speedo that I find annoying for a 2017 vehicle. I put a Navman GPS camera on SR5 that has GPS speed - works well. Transfered to LSU. I have also installed a GARMIN GPS on D-Max to give me digital speed and speed zones. Had my D-Max rust proofed underneath with Septone for underbody and Tectyl 506 for springs etc (due to backing boat into salt water to launch). Also added Isuzu rear parking sensors for car parks (they should be standard on LS-U). My D-Max has ARB steel winch bar and ARB LED bar light. The only sour note on the purchase was dealing with ARB even though they have good products, although ARB LED bar light was faulty and needed replacing. While I am disappointed in ARB, I will not let this affect my delight with the Isuzu D-Max and excellent service from Ron Doyle Motors, the Isuzu dealer. So why did I change my SR5 for a D-Max LSU? 1. Great friendly service from Isuzu dealer at Ron Doyle Motors Eden NSW! Nothing too much trouble to get my new D-Max properly set up for towing and my needs. Superb attention to detail. Excellent and professional after sales support and servicing - a delight to deal with. 2. D-Max very good value for money and best fitness for purpose. 3. D-Max has 3.5 tonne towing. That was the deal breaker. SR5 was 2.5 tonne. For my towing weight I wanted a safety margin. 4. The new 6 speed auto and increased torque in 2017 model.
More like an A+ Max
D-MAX 4x4 LS-M (2017-2023)I have recently bought an LS-M Crew Cab and had the tub replaced with an alloy tray.
OMG - what a vehicle. If you are reading reviews like this to gauge wether to get one or not then stop researching and just buy one cos you wont regret it. I'm long legged - yet I can slide the drivers seat so far back I can barely reach the pedals, my old Bitsashitty Triton couldnt do a U turn on a runway but the D-Max will comfortably go round the T-section at the end of our road while towing my tool trailer, the crew cab is big enough in the back for a fa
Best thing I've bought.
D-MAX RC.II 4x4 LS-T (2017-2020)Yep, it's basic. Yep, it drives like a truck with a rattly diesel and long throw gearbox but I actually love these aspects. It has heaps of space, is SUPER fuel efficient and tough as nails. Whilst down on torque on paper, in real world it sits in the torque curve really well. Resale value is great and it's easily modified. Despite a diff lock it's a beast off-road. Downsides? Notchy going into third gear (they all are), standard suspension is the bare minimum (all modern utes) and the stereo is only average. I'm really grasping at straws no
... Read morew... I absolutely love the ute. Buy it. You won't be disappointed. UPDATE Had it 12 months now and still love it. Gearbox still notchy into 3rd from 2nd, but if you double the clutch into 3rd it's not a problem at all. Great fuel economy and torque. The seats are less than comfortable any trip over half an hour, but there is heaps of space in the cab for tall people. Still happy...Extra Information
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