Isuzu D-Max V-Cross 2018 Edition Launched For Rs 14,31,748; To Compete With Mahindra Thar

Japanese automaker Isuzu Motors has launched the 2018 edition of its first adventure utility vehicle - the Isuzu D-Max V-Cross in India on Monday (15 January).

Launched in two variants - Standard (Rs 14,31,748) and High (Rs 15,81,748) (all prices ex-showroom Delhi), the new Isuzu V-Cross 2018 is an upgrade over the earlier version that was introduced in India in May 2016.

Isuzu Motors has added new features to the 2018 V-Cross. The new features and equipment are Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control System, LED Daytime Running Lights, LED Tail Lamps, Auto Cruise Control, 6-way Power Adjustable Driver Seat, 2-DIN Entertainment System, Rear View camera, Side-steps, Sporty Black Leather seats, and Rear Chrome Bumper.

Out of the above 11 new features, the 2018 Isuzu D-Max V-Cross Standard variant only has 2-DIN Entertainment System, Rear View camera, and Side-steps.

The new V-Cross is available in the newly introduced bold Ruby Red colour apart from the earlier range of colours - Orchid Brown, Cosmic Black, Titanium Silver, Obsidian Grey and Splash White.

From technical perspective, the new V-Cross comes equipped with same specifications as the earlier version one.

It still carries 2,499cc 4 Cylinder, Common Rail, VGS Turbo Intercooled Diesel engine that churns out 100kW of maximum power at 3,600rpm and 320Nm of peak torque at 1,800-2,800rpm. It is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission.

The 5-seater vehicle has an overall length of 5,295mm X 1,860mm X 1,840mm, with 3,095mm of wheelbase.

The Isuzu D-Max V-Cross 2018 edition will compete with Mahindra & Mahindra’s off-roader SUV Thar.

At present, Mahindra Thar is available in two variants - CRDe (Rs 910,796), and Thar DI (2WD - Rs 646,516 & 4WD - Rs 698,773) (all prices ex-showroom Delhi).

Mahindra Thar CRDe features 2,498cc NEF TCI- CRDe (BS IV) engine that churns out 79kW of power at 3,800rpm and 247Nm of torque at 1,800-2,000rpm. While the DI variant has 2,523cc M2DICR (BS IV) diesel engine that churns out 46kW of power at 3,200rpm and 195Nm of maximum torque at 1,400-2,200rpm.

The off-roader comes equipped with new features like clear lens headlamps, bumpers and wheel arches, side footsteps, redesigned canopy, mechanical locking rear differential, air conditioner with heater, wider front seats, door trim pad with hand rest, floor console with cup holders, dual-tone dashboard, 3-pod instrument cluster, among others.

Thar is available in five exterior colour options - Red Rage, Nepoli Black, Mist Silver, Rocky Beige, and Diamond White.