The Right Engine… For Some (Isuzu D-Max and MU-X 2.2L 2026 Review)

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Australia’s new vehicle emissions standards are coming for Isuzu’s heavy-emitting range with big fines set to rack up quickly for every vehicle sold. To combat this, Isuzu has replaced the 1.9L turbo-diesel engine with a more fuel-efficient and powerful 2.2L unit mated with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Along with cheaper running costs, the 2.2L raises the towing capacity from 3000kg in the 1.9L to a full-fat 3500kg limit, matching the capacity of the 3.0L Aussies love. So will the new engine save Isuzu from emissions fines and is it good enough for Aussies to even consider? We test drive the D-Max and MU-X with this new motor to find out. Time codes: 0:00 - Intro 0:35 - 2.2-litre engine 1:09 - Efficiency 1:46 - Pricing 2:10 - D-Max X-Rider 2:32 - Interior 3:24 - Off-road driving 4:22 - Towing impressions 5:12 - Hillclimb impressions 6:35 - Rough Terrain Mode 7:48 - No frontal camera 8:50 - On-road impressions 10:17 - 8spd automatic 11:36 - Ride quality 13:02 - Is 2.2L enough? 14:55 - Verdict As always, we don’t accept advertising from car manufacturers, and we’re powered by Budget Direct. Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/user/ChasingCarsAustralia?sub_confirmation=1 Chasing Cars on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chasingcarsaustralia/ Follow Chasing Cars on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasingcars.com.au/ Chasing Cars is Australia's most independent source of new car reviews, car industry news, comparisons and car guides. We give you a critical look at every new car you should consider!