The Isuzu Motors has launched the advanced ISUZU mu-X in India. Isuzu said the new mu-X brings a more aggressive stance with its ‘Eagle-inspired’ styling and refreshed design at both front and rear of the SUV. The refreshed model of the mu-X now comes with sportier ‘Lava Black’ premium interior upholstery and quilted leather seats in the 7-seater SUV. The SUV is now comes with enhanced safety features including 6-Airbags and Hill Descent Control (HDC). The new ISUZU mu-X is priced at Rs 26.26 lakh (ex-showroom, Hyderabad) for the 4×2 variant. The 4×4 variant is available at a price of ₹ 28.22 (ex-showroom, Hyderabad).
The Cricketing legend, Jonty Rhodes, the brand ambassador of ISUZU in India, drove the new mu-X with his family at the launch event held at Taj Falaknuma in Hyderabad. The new Isuzu MU-X SUV also gets Bi-LED Auto-levelling projector headlamps with integrated light-guide and Daylight Running Lamps (DRLs). The rear of the vehicle now features tail-lights with LED positon lights, 2-tone rear spoiler and shark-fin antenna with gun-metal finish. The new MU-X SUV now sports 18-inch multi-spoke diamond-cut alloy wheels.
he drivetrain is powered by a 3.0-litre legendary ISUZU 4JJ1 Diesel Engine which delivers a maximum power output of 130 kW (177 PS) and 390 Nm of torque. The new mu-X will be available in both 4×2 and 4×4 variants with 5-speed sequential shift Automatic Transmission. The 4×4 variant sports a ‘shift-on-the-fly’ select dial for an excellent off-roading capability. The new mu-X has a higher ground clearance of 230 mm and class-leading approach and departure angles, ready to take on demanding terrains.
The SUV is now equipped with 6-Airbags (front, side and curtain) providing comprehensive safety for the occupants. ISUZU vehicles are renowned for their tough build and the mu-X stays true to this reputation with a high tensile steel body with tailor welded blanks and crumple zones with anti-intrusion bars. The mu-X is fully loaded with advanced active safety systems like ESC (Electronic Stability Control), TCS (Traction Control System), HDC (Hill Descent Control) and ABS (Antilock Braking System) with EBA (Emergency Brake Assist) and EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) along with a host of passive safety systems.
