RIP 4JJ3? New 2.2L Isuzu DMax diesel could spell the end for iconic engine!
The Isuzu D-Max ute has a new engine option! Subscribe here: / @therightcar
It's another diesel, of course, but it's a smaller 2.2L four-cylinder -- which replaces the old 1.9L diesel, which was underpowered and underwhelming.
This one is not based on the iconic 3.0L 4JJ3, and it isn't available in all grades. So in this review, I'm focusing on the X-Rider option which is the flagship 2.2L D-Max from Isuzu Ute Australia.
It has a new eight-speed automatic gearbox, and the brand has added engine start-stop / stop-start technology as standard.
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00:00 Isuzu D-Max 2.2L
00:23 Is it the right price?
01:51 What are the best alternatives?
03:25 Is it the right size?
05:19 Interior
09:09 Under the bonnet
10:13 Driving
12:39 Off-road
16:25 Efficiency
17:33 Is it safe?
18:16 Ownership
18:45 Verdict
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