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Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

5-Star Safety For The MU-X Family

Standardising the latest in advanced safety and assist systems with a new stronger body and chassis design, the All-New Isuzu MU-X has been awarded the maximum 5-star ANCAP safety rating across all variants, tested against the latest ANCAP testing and rating criteria.

Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

Hook, Line & Sinker Back On The Road 2021

After spending their previous season confined to the smaller (yet still breath-taking) borders of their home backyard in Tasmania, the Hook, Line and Sinker boys were adamant on continuing to deliver those fishing adventures we know and love—and they did not disappoint.

Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

All-New 7-Seat MU-X Revealed

Combining bold and dynamic design, with a comprehensive suite of standardised safety, driver-assist technologies and improved capabilities including segment-topping 3.5-tonne braked towing capacity, the All-New Isuzu MU-X is the most advanced Isuzu ever built.

Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

The All-New Isuzu MU-X: On Sale from August 2021

The highly-anticipated All-New 7-seat Isuzu MU-X will be unveiled to the public on Friday 30th of July, 2021 at 10:00am AEST, before arriving in local Isuzu UTE Dealerships shortly after on Monday 2nd of August, 2021.

Suzuki · Manufacturer news

Suzuki Jimny Lite confirmed for Australia

Suzuki Australia confirms the new Jimny Lite variant, a manual-only model with steel wheels and a simplified infotainment setup for buyers.

Isuzu UTE · Manufacturer news

Isuzu UTE Leading Customer Satisfaction

With 2020 marking many milestones for Isuzu UTE Australia, the good news is only amplified with the results from the recent Roy Morgan Customer Satisfaction Awards, where the brand has not only taken out the 2020 Car Manufacturer of the Year Award, but has solidified their place as the ‘Best of the Best’.