SUV gets makeover that challenges the competition

ISUZU has lifted the covers off their revamped MU-X SUV with an exterior and interior update, and also added a flagship ONYX XT 4x4 to the range.

- WILLEM VAN DE PUTTE

Exterior

The exterior has received a significant upgrade over the previous model with a new bumper, restyled grille (the ONYX XT 4x4 giving off Mercedes G-Class vibes), redesigned Isuzu badge, LED headlights with bi-beam technology, LED daytime running lights and repositioned fog lights.

Around the back it's a lot more appealing than the outgoing MU-X with a mid-level spoiler, new badging and combination taillights linked by tailgate garnish.

It also gets new wheel designs with multi-spoke 18-inch alloys for the LS and LSE models and black 20-inch rims for the ONYX XT.

There are eight colour options with a new Biarritz Blue and Eiger Grey Metallic, with the latter looking particularly striking.

Interior

Inside, it gets a redesigned seven-inch multi-information display in a new-shaped instrument cluster while the analogue dials for the tachometer and fuel gauge remain, alongside an LED temperature gauge.

There are new interior colours for the door cards and armrests, and the leather seat patterns have been reworked.

The infotainment system has been upgraded to a nine-inch display and is wireless, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatible.

The LSE and ONYX XT gain a new digital 360-degree Surround View Monitor with the LS model retaining an analogue reverse camera.

The camera has a new underfloor view that enables the driver to see and navigate around obstacles when venturing off the beaten track.

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