The 2025 Isuzu MU-X seven-seater SUV is gearing up to receive a facelift nine months after its Isuzu D-Max ute sibling, announced ahead of a rumoured unveiling next week and a possible arrival in Australia early next year.
A short teaser video posted by Isuzu Thailand on social media shows that the updated MU-X will adopt a redesigned front finish with a larger grille and air intakes, as well as a new headlight design.
The MU-X SUV is expected to mirror the tweaks made to the D-Max, adding a new infotainment formula with adjustment and volume dials, a partially virtual toolbox, new interior trim options and updated protection technology.
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It can adopt new alloy wheel designs and redesigned taillights, if the D-Max is any guide.
While the teaser video is dark and gloomy, social media users, adding Visor. ph (photo source above), have used the beam of light that is noticeable moving on the MU-X in the clip to create a brighter appearance. vehicle fairing.
An RS styling is expected to be inscribed in the Thai lineup, which is expected to offer a sportier design.
The timing of the arrival in Australia has yet to be announced, with an Isuzu Ute Australia spokesperson telling Drive that it “cannot comment on the Isuzu vehicle featured in the teaser video posted on the official Isuzu Thailand YouTube channel. “
Using the Isuzu D-Max as a consultant, which arrived in Australia between six and nine months after its unveiling in Thailand, it’s possible that the MU-X upgrade will hit local showrooms early next year.
No adjustments are expected to the engine range, which has recently been expanded in Australia with a 1. 9-litre turbodiesel four-cylinder with 110 kW/350 Nm, along with the 3. 0-litre turbodiesel four-cylinder with 140 kW/450 Nm. .
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