2023 Isuzu MUX
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The 2023 Isuzu MU-X model range has seen some important equipment and technology changes based on feedback from customers. Show Isuzu Ute Australia has tweaked the Model Year 2023 (23MY) Isuzu MU-X line-up, with the on-sale date officially set for December 1, 2022 - but despite some incremental adjustments to spec, there have been no price changes or adjustments to the model range. All MU-X models continue on with the tried-and-tested 3.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel engine producing 140kW and 450Nm, a six-speed automatic transmission as standard, and the choice of rear-wheel drive (4x2) or four-wheel drive (4x4) across all three grades. As such, the brand continues with the MU-X LS-M kicking things off, with a handful of adjustments. It now scores a two-tone black grille, LED combination rear lights with dark grey metallic trimming, and new design 17-inch alloy wheels. One change that is made to all MU-X grades is a towing-based adjustment, whereby blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert will be disabled when the vehicle recognises there's a trailer, caravan or horse float in tow. In the 2021 and 2022 models, that system didn't auto-disable. The next step up the MU-X range, the LS-U, now also scores a different grille ("magnetite" and black chrome), additional magnetite accents around the exterior of the car (fog-light surrounds, rear bumper, roof rails, side steps) and inside (dash and door trims) and LED rear lighting, plus an auto hands-free tailgate and tyre pressure monitoring. The top-spec MU-X LS-T also scores a new grille appearance (magnetite and black chrome) and exterior accents, LED tail-lights, new-look 20-inch six-spoke wheels, tyre pressure monitoring and an auto tailgate.
Sadly, Isuzu still hasn't offered an equivalent X-Terrain spec for the MU-X to this point. Buyers will have the choice of eight colours. There's a new hue - Galaxy Blue Mica - which sits alongside Basalt Black Mica, Mercury Silver metallic, Obsidian Chrome metallic, Moonstone White Pearl (LS-U/LS-T only), Magnetic Red Mica and Cobalt Blue Mica. All of those cost an extra $650, while Mineral White solid paint is the only no cost option.
As with all Isuzu models, the MU-X marches on with a six-year/150,000km warranty, but with seven years of capped-price servicing and roadside assist. Deliveries of 23MY MU-X models are expected to commence in December. 2023 Isuzu MU-X pricing (MSRP - excluding on-road costs)
News Isuzu's seven-seater receives key upgrades for 2023, with prices remaining unchanged21 Oct 2022 Key Points
Isuzu Ute Australia has refreshed its seven-seat MU-X range for 2023, with the updated models set to be in showrooms from December 1, 2022. In good news for buyers, pricing for the MY23 MU-X remains unchanged. Driven by customer feedback, the changes for 2023 are mainly cosmetic, but there are a few additions that will significantly benefit off-road tourers and 4x4ers. One of the most important improvements is that LS-U and LS-T models are both equipped with a new tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), providing the driver with valuable insight regarding tyre pressures. It’s an essential system that should be more widespread in new vehicles. Another key change is that blind-spot monitoring (BSM) and rear cross-traffic alert (RCTA) will now automatically disable when a trailer is hitched behind the wagon and detected by the genuine trailer plug. Great news for those who tow. The base-model LS-M will now be equipped with new wheels in the form of 17-inch silver alloys; while the top-spec LS-T will wear new 20-inch six spoke machined alloy wheels. Plus, LS-U and LS-T models have been upgraded with a hands-free tailgate. The remaining changes are essentially cosmetic and can be found below. The MU-X retains its part-time 4WD system, rear diff lock, Intelligent Driver Assistance System (IDAS), 3500 kilogram braked towing capacity, and it remains powered by the venerable 140kW/450Nm 3.0-litre turbo-diesel engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. Key reasons why it remains a top-selling vehicle for tourers. Since the second-gen MU-X was released in 2021, more than 12,000 examples of the second-gen MU-X have been sold in Australia. So far in 2022, Isuzu has shifted a total of 7911 4x4 units, and it remains one of the best-selling 4x4 SUVs behind the ever-popular Prado. It also holds the mantle for best-selling ute-based SUV. “These updates will only broaden its appeal and cement its place as one of the top-choices in the segment,” said Isuzu Ute Australia’s Managing Director, Hiroyasu Sato.  “Similar to the 2023 D-Max stablemate – with which it shares much of its DNA – these updates have been fuelled by customer feedback, adding more value and features to an already value-packed vehicle, without the need of a price increase. “In a market where some manufacturers have removed features to meet delivery timeframes or increased pricing, we’ve worked closely with the factory to ensure we maintain the high-level of specification without compromise.” 2023 Isuzu MU-X pricing
MY23 LS-M updates
MY23 LS-U updates
MY23 LS-T updates
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