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Isuzu D-Max EV now available in the UK, comes with a high price tag

A few months ago, Isuzu announced that production of the electric D-Max EV pickup truck had begun at its factory in Thailand.

The truck is expected to hit the European market as early as 2026, carrying a surprisingly high price tag.

The Isuzu D-Max EV is priced at £59,995 (RM341,913), which is double the price of the diesel version of the D-Max, starting at £27,755 (RM158,176).

Furthermore, with a price of £62,495 (RM356,000) for the more premium variant, it is still considered expensive compared to the D-Max AT35 pickup, which comes loaded with various off-road accessories priced at £57,005 (RM325,000).

The Isuzu D-Max EV is powered by two electric motors, producing an output of 188 hp and 325 Nm, while still retaining the Rough Terrain Mode feature from the diesel model.

Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes just 10.1 seconds, with a maximum speed of only 129 km/h.

As a workhorse, the D-Max EV offers a payload capacity of 1,000 kg and can tow loads of up to 3.5 tons, matching the capabilities of the diesel pickup.

The 66.9 kWh battery pack allows for a driving range of just 263 km; however, it supports 50 kW DC fast charging, enabling a quick recharge from 20% to 80% in just one hour.

The Isuzu D-Max EV retains the ladder-frame chassis like the standard model, but the rear suspension has been adapted to a De-Dion setup for improved ride quality.

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Isuzu D-Max EV offers 361 km range, 190 hp/325 Nm and 4WD system

Isuzu Motors Limited has recently announced that production of the electric pickup model, the D-Max EV, has officially begun at its factory in Thailand.

The zero-emission pickup was first showcased at the Bangkok Motor Show 2024.

According to specifications, the D-Max EV is equipped with two electric motors and an all-wheel-drive system, with the front motor producing 58 hp and 108 Nm, while the rear motor produces 132 hp and 217 Nm.

The total power output reaches 190 hp and 325 Nm, allowing for acceleration from 0 to 97 km/h in just 10.1 seconds, with a maximum speed of 130 km/h.

The D-Max EV’s capabilities are on par with the diesel version of the D-Max, boasting a payload capacity of 1,010 kg and a towing capacity of 3,500 kg.

The 66.9 kWh lithium-ion battery pack enables the vehicle to travel up to 361 km for city driving (WLTP data).

The D-Max EV also supports 11 kW AC charging (0-100 percent in 10 hours) and 50 kW DC fast charging, where the battery can be charged from 20 to 80 percent in one hour.

In terms of dimensions, the D-Max EV measures 5,280 mm in length, 1,870 mm in width, and 1,810 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,125 mm. The vehicle weighs approximately 2,350 kg.

Additionally, the D-Max EV features a ground clearance of 210 mm, the capability to wade through 600 mm of water, and approach and departure angles of 30.5 degrees and 24.2 degrees, respectively.

Unlike the standard D-Max, which uses leaf spring suspension in the rear, the handling of the D-Max EV is enhanced by the use of De-Dion suspension.

According to Isuzu, the left-hand drive (LHD) version of the D-Max EV will be distributed to major European markets in the third quarter (Q3) of this year.

The right-hand drive (RHD) version is set to begin production at the end of this year and is expected to be sold in the UK market in 2026, before being expanded to other markets.