2025 Isuzu MU-X facelift revealed

The 2025 edition of the popular large SUV is expected to hit Australian shores in the first quarter of 2025.

The facelifted 2025 Isuzu MU-X has been revealed with upgrades similar to those recently applied to the D-Max dual-cab on which it’s based.

Debuting in Thailand where it’s produced, local details are yet to be confirmed, but the 2025 MU-X is expected to hit Australian shores in the first quarter of 2025.

It’ll land in a fiercely competitive off-road SUV segment competing with the new Toyota LandCruiser Prado, segment-leading Ford Everest, similarly updated Mitsubishi Pajero Sport as well as newcomers like the GWM Tank 300 and 500.

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The most obvious change is the refreshed exterior, including sharper, more aggressive LED headlights, a larger grille and air curtain for improved aerodynamic efficiency, while new wheel designs in either 18 or 20 inches also appear. Redesigned taillights are linked by a black bar.

Inside, there’s a larger 9.0-inch infotainment screen with physical volume and tuning buttons, while wireless Android Auto joins the existing wireless Apple CarPlay capability.

USB-C ports replace the prior USB-As and a larger 7.0-inch digital instrument display now incorporates the speedometer, pushing the analogue tachometer and fuel and temperature gauges to the side.

Safety is enhanced by a next-generation stereo camera that improves the existing features, such as autonomous emergency braking and adaptive cruise, while adding new ones including pedestrian detection at junctions, rear cross-traffic braking and a 360-degree camera with ‘transparent bonnet’ view.

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Speaking of the bonnet, it was expected that under it would remain a choice of the 110kW/350Nm 1.9-litre or 140kW/450Nm 3.0-litre four-cylinder turbodiesels, both utilising a six-speed auto.

However, Isuzu has since announced a new 120kW/400Nm 2.2-litre turbodiesel, a development of the 1.9, attached to an eight-speed automatic. Like the vehicle itself, Isuzu Australia is keeping tight-lipped about the new engine, so it’s unclear whether it will replace the entry-level 1.9 or the much-loved 3.0 in a bid to meet the forthcoming NVES regulations.

We’ll bring you Australian specification and pricing details for the 2025 Isuzu MU-X as soon as they are made available.

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