2025 Isuzu D-Max mild-hybrid revealed

The Isuzu D-Max has gained mild-hybrid technology in Thailand, after a prototype was shown earlier this year. But it may not come to Australia.

The 2025 Isuzu D-Max ute has gained mild-hybrid power in Thailand – designed to trim fuel use and CO2 emissions – after a proof-of-concept prototype was shown earlier this year.

But plans for an Australian launch are yet to be confirmed – and it could prove a non-starter for Isuzu locally as, for now, the mild-hybrid tech is only offered in Thailand with rear-wheel drive and the D-Max’s smaller 1.9-litre engine.

This is despite gains it would bring under the Australian Government’s upcoming NVES CO2 pollution standards for new cars, which penalise car makers for selling too many high-emissions vehicles.

A company spokesperson told Drive they are “unable to comment on future powertrain developments for our local market”.

MORE: Mild-hybrid Isuzu D-Max prototype unveiled, could solve emissions concerns

On sale now in Thailand, the mild-hybrid system adds a small electric motor and 48-volt battery pack to provide a minor boost under acceleration and take the load of ancillary systems off the engine.

It cannot drive the Isuzu’s wheels on electric power alone – as the battery has a third of the capacity of a Toyota Camry Hybrid – but it is intended to improve fuel efficiency.

Isuzu Thailand has not published a fuel consumption figure for the mild-hybrid D-Max, but if similar technology in the Toyota HiLux is a guide, expect a saving of up to 10 per cent in standardised lab testing.

MORE: Electric Isuzu D-Max ute confirmed for Australia

The expectation of minor fuel savings comes at a 17,000 baht ($AU760) premium for the mild-hybrid technology in Thailand – or 1.5 per cent on a high-specification dual-cab variant.

Outputs from the 1.9-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder remain 110kW/350Nm, matched with a familiar six-speed automatic transmission – but only rear-wheel drive, with no 4×4 option in the mild-hybrid.

The electric motor of unspecified outputs is said to “help starting and accelerating”, and it uses regenerative braking to charge the 48-volt, 8.4-amp-hour battery when decelerating.

The system adds 45kg to the vehicle, according to Thai media reports.

A battery icon on the instrument cluster shows when the car is recouping energy, while exterior changes for the mild-hybrid are limited to a badge on the tailgate, and a ‘MHEV’ decal on the side of the tray.

The mild-hybrid D-Max will be joined by an electric version, due on sale in Norway in 2025 ahead of launches in Thailand, Australia and Japan.

An Isuzu Ute Australia spokesperson told Drive that “at this point in time, we are unable to comment on future powertrain developments for our local market, but are continuing to monitor its requirements including the reception of Hybrid and BEVs to ensure that we continue to provide a product mix to meet Australian consumer needs.”

The post 2025 Isuzu D-Max mild-hybrid revealed appeared first on Drive.

Komentar

Posting Komentar

Postingan populer dari blog ini

Teacher accused of using rented Toyota Supra for land-speed record attempt

Gambar
A high-school teacher in the US could be more than $6000 out of pocket if he is found to have violated the terms of use of a rented Toyota Supra driven to a top speed record. A US high school teacher is facing legal action – and $US4000 ($AU6000) in costs – after being accused of renting a turbocharged Toyota Supra performance coupe from a car-sharing service and used the vehicle in a racing competition without the owner’s knowledge. The high-school teacher from Indiana – and his team of female mechanic students – were on their way to compete in the 2023 U.S. Mile land-speed trials in Texas last month. The girls and their teacher had built a high-performance Chevrolet S10 pick-up for the ‘Texas Mile’ – a competition which sees vehicles try to achieve the highest possible speed from a standing start within one-mile (1.6km) on a runway. However, the 1997 Chevrolet S-10 ute suffered a mechanical failure on the way to the event. Due to the hard work put in to make the 1800km j
Baca selengkapnya

‘Smells Like WD-40’ – lubricant spray now a fragrance

Gambar
The smell of WD-40 – the multi-purpose lubricant spray used by mechanics and home handymen – is now available as a fragrance. Those who like to tinker with older cars will no doubt be familiar with the lubricating spray WD-40 – the penetrating oil that helps helps loosen, degrease, and protect nuts and bolts. The product is so versatile it’s become the stuff of legend, but it’s the smell of WD-40 that is arguably its most memorable feature – so much so, people on the internet have pretended to turn it into a perfume for years. Now, a very real cologne has been launched, called Smells Like WD-40. The Eau De Parfum is made by New York art collective MSCHF, who are known for creating spoof products designed to point out the absurdity of a particularly industry – in this case, the multi-billion-dollar world of luxury fragrances. According to Business Insider, MSCHF used to run non-traditional advertising campaigns for brands, but stopped in late 2019 to focus on its own projec
Baca selengkapnya

2023 LDV T60 Max price and specs: Prices up by more than $4000

Gambar
The LDV T60 has been hit with its second major price rise in 12 months to account for new equipment – but the ute still lacks key advanced safety tech. 2023 LDV T60 Max pricing and specifications New equipment for Pro and Luxe grades Only top 10 dual-cab ute without auto emergency braking Priced from $38,990 drive-away for ABN holders 2023 LDV T60 Max Luxe The updated 2023 LDV T60 Max has arrived in Australia with a $4000 price rise and some equipment upgrades – but it still lacks advanced safety technology which is standard in its rivals. LDV Australia has announced the T60 Max 4×4 ute has undergone a handful of tweaks for 2023 after its major facelift (and $5000 price hike) last year – resulting in a price increase of $4000 across the range for buyers with an ABN. But Australia’s ninth best-selling ute continues to forgo advanced safety tech such as forward collision warning, blind-spot monitoring and autonomous emergency braking – making the T60 the the only du
Baca selengkapnya