Japanese automotive company Isuzu Motors has launched new mu-X, a seven-seater SUV in India. The new mu-X has an ‘Eagle-inspired’ styling and refreshed design at both front and rear of the SUV.

The refreshed model of the mu-X comes with sportier ‘Lava Black’ premium interior upholstery and fine quilted leather seats. The SUV is now packed with more features both on the exterior and interior with enhanced safety features, including 6-Airbags and Hill Descent Control (HDC).

The new Isuzu mu-X is priced at Rs 26,26,842 for the 4x2 variant and at Rs 28,22,959 for 4x4 variant ex-showroom, Hyderabad. It also comes with ‘5ECURE’ package that provides ‘5 years warranty and 5 years free periodic maintenance or 150,000 km (whichever is earlier).

South African Cricket legend, Jonty Rhodes, the lifestyle ambassador of Isuzu in India, drove the new mu-X with his family at the launch event held at Taj Falaknuma in Hyderabad on Tuesday. The new 18-inch multi-spoke twist design diamond-cut alloy wheels makes the SUV more sporty, muscular and aspirational.

The SUV drivetrain is powered by a 3.0 litre diesel engine which delivers a maximum power output of 130 kW (177 PS). It provides a maximum torque of 390 Nm that is designed with a significant flat torque curve.

The new mu-X will be available in both 4x2 and 4x4 variants with 5-speed sequential shift Automatic Transmission. The 4x4 variant sports a ‘shift-on-the-fly’ select dial for an excellent off-roading capability. The new mu-X has a higher ground clearance of 230 mm and class-leading approach and departure angles.

It comes with a high tensile steel body with tailor welded blanks and crumple zones with anti-intrusion bars. The new mu-X is fully loaded with advanced active safety systems likeElectronic Stability Control, Traction Control System, Hill Descent Control and Antilock Braking System with Emergency Brake Assist and Electronic Brake-force Distribution along with a host of passive safety systems provide enhanced safety in case of unfavourable driving conditions.

The new mu-X is built at Isuzu manufacturing plant at Sri City in Andhra Pradesh.

Naohiro Yamaguchi, Managing Director, Isuzu Motors India, said, “The Isuzu mu-X has been gathering a lot of momentum in the Indian SUV market and is gradually becoming a preferred choice for many Indian families. Today with the all new mu-X, we have upped the ante in our offering to the Indian SUV enthusiasts and changing lifestyle of Indian families, who seek ‘more’ from us."

Jonty Rhodes said, “I am happy to be back in India and glad to be a part of Isuzu’s journey. Since my association with the brand in August, I have had the opportunity to travel in the mu-X across the country. Built on the versatile D-MAX Pick-up platform, the SUV has more to offer to travel enthusiasts like me and to many families..’’

Isuzu Motors India, a subsidiary of Isuzu Motors Ltd, Japan, was established in August 2012. The company sells the D-MAX V-Cross, mu-X, premium 7-seater SUV and variants of D-MAX pick-ups for the commercial segment.

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