Isuzu has launched the refreshed MU-X facelift priced at Rs 26.34 Lakhs ( ex showroom Hyderabad) The new MU-X facelift sports a more aggressive stance with Eagle inspired styling an updated interiors.
The new MU-X sports a new font grille flanked by updated projector headlamps with integrated daytime running lamps along with a new front bumper with larger fog lamps and chrome eyebrows above them. At the rear, there’s a large roof spoiler, updated bumper and taillamps which receive LED inserts in them. The 2018 MU-X also gets a shark fin antenna and rides on 18-inch multi spoke diamond cut alloy wheels shod in 255/60 section tyres.
Speaking at the launch of the new mu-X, Jonty Rhodes said, “I am extremely happy to be back in India and glad to be a part of ISUZU’s journey. Since my association with the brand in August, I have had the opportunity to travel in the mu-X across the country. Built on the versatile D-MAX Pick-up platform, the SUV has more to offer to travel enthusiasts like me and to many families. It certainly brings the best of both worlds together and it grows on you as you drive it more. I strongly believe it could change the dynamics of the SUV market in India. I wish ISUZU a successful journey with the new mu-X”
Moving to the interior, Isuzu has improved the fit and finish of the cabin by enriching it with new soft touch panels, Lava black premium upholstery and fine quilted leather seats. In terms of equipment gets keyless entry and go, cruise control, console mounted USB port, 60:40 folding 2nd row with armrest and cupholders. Further speaking the MU-X also gets a roof mounted fold down screen thus taking care of the entertainment duty.
Should safety be your concern and Isuzu has safe guarded the latest iteration of the MU-X with 6-airbags, hill descent control as standard.
Powering the SUV is the same 3.0 litre engines as mechanically the updated Isuzu does not get any changes. It continues to put out 177 bhp and 390 Nm of torque and comes mated to the same 5-speed automatic transmission.
Commenting about the new mu-X, Mr. Naohiro Yamaguchi, Managing Director, Isuzu Motors India, said, “The ISUZU mu-X has been gathering a lot of momentum in the Indian SUV market and is gradually becoming a preferred choice for many Indian families, thanks to its sheer space and comfort it offers. Today with the all new mu-X, we have upped the ante in our offering to the Indian SUV enthusiasts and changing lifestyle of Indian families, who seek ‘more’ from us. The new mu-X is a perfect answer to those who will appreciate the capability and value it offers. I strongly believe the new mu-X will go on to win many more hearts in India.”
The new ISUZU mu-X also comes with ‘5ECURE’ package that provides ‘5 years warranty and 5 years free periodic maintenance or 150,000 km (whichever is earlier).
Prices for 2018 Isuzu MU-X faceliftVariantEx showroomMU-X 4×226,34 LakhsMU-X 4×428.31 Lakhs
