The stylishly bold Isuzu D- Max X-Rider invades the streets of Knysna and we were there to GoXtra with Isuzu, making a stylish impression everywhere we went. We had a jam packed programme of fun activities driven in the adventurous new X-Rider. you best believe we arrived in style.
The exterior turned heads with the sleek black gloss grille holding the bold red ‘ISUZU’ branding, 2 tone colour front bumper, bumper guard, LED headlamps that look like bux bunny eyes "unogwja" , LED fog lamps come standard ensuring optimal visibility, day or night. Side profile of the X-rider showcases Extra styling on the front doors with special branding of the X-RIDER badges and Black mirror covers. The 4X4 double cab and 4x2 double cab ride high on 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, featuring red ‘ISUZU’ branding on black centre caps which are unique to the X-Rider. D-MAX X-RIDER is available in four striking colours, comprising Splash White, Mercury Silver (from April 2024), Red Spinel and my personal favourite Islay Gray.
Jumping inside the X-rider you find Subtle red accents throughout the cabin emphasise the X-RIDER’s unique personality. red divider resplendent with the ‘X’ logo is positioned between the glove compartment and dashboard, further lifting the dynamic ambience, complemented by a leather-wrapped, red-stitched steering wheel featuring a red ISUZU badge. All come standard with cruise control, a seven-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, a six-speaker audio system, Wi-Fi compatibility and a rear USB port. Additionally, rear park assist and a rear-view camera are included as standard features.
The leather seats are given sporty flair with red contrast stitching and embroidered red ‘X’ logos on the headrests, the bold interior is finished off with PVC leather door trims with red stitching.
Additional red accents, such as elements in the door materials, red stitching on gearshift boot and the park-brake sheath all contribute to a cohesive design that underscores the vehicle’s distinctiveness.
Setting it apart from other D-MAX models, the cabin features dark interior surfaces and a dark headliner, with unique X-RIDER floor mats completing the exclusive look.
The X-Rider comes only with ISUZU’s frugal 1.9-litre Ddi engine. The intercooled turbodiesel unit delivers a maximum 110 kW of power at 3 600 r/min and peak torque of 350 Nm from 1 800 to 2 600 r/min. Power from the 1.9 Ddi engine is dispatched to the wheels through two transmission options: a six-speed manual and a six-speed automatic. Customers have the option of the manual or automatic transmissions on the 4×2 version, while the 4×4 model is equipped with the six-speed automatic as standard. The X-RIDER incorporates an impressive set of standard safety features, including driver and front passenger airbags, front side airbags, curtain airbags and a driver’s knee airbag.
The X-RIDER range consists of three models, all in LS trim grade and available only in double-cab configuration. The 1.9 Ddi D/Cab HR X-RIDER LS (six-speed manual), while the HR X-RIDER LS AT and 4×4 X-RIDER LS AT come equipped with the six-speed automatic transmission.
Through ISUZU Mobility, customers have the option of extending the standard service plan up to a maximum of six years or 200 000 km. Alternatively, the service plan can be upgraded to a full maintenance plan that covers the vehicle for planned and unplanned maintenance up to six years/200 000 km.
Pricing:
| D-Max 1.9TD DC X-Rider 4×2 manual | R640 500 |
| D-Max 1.9TD DC X-Rider 4×2 automatic | R659 200 |
| D-Max 1.9TD DC X-Rider 4×4 automatic | R740 700 |