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TRUCK UPDATES 卡车新知
New Refreshed Isuzu D-Max Range Targets Lifestyle Se
Isuzu Malaysia Sdn Bhd recently launched new model variants of its award-winning D-Max pick-up truck with a firm eye on the lifestyle segment even as it further under- lines its position as a pick-up truck specialist.
With eight models in three distinct variants – Standard, Premium and Z-Prestige -- this is the first major face-lift since the current D-Max was introduced in 2013.
The refreshed range boasts exten- sive exterior and interior enhance- ments and a host of new features although the powertrain options of 2.5 or 3.0-litre VGS turbo Intercooler diesel engine matched to a 5-speed automatic or manual transmission are retained due to their proven reli- ability, performance and economy.
On-the-road prices (inclusive of GST) range from RM83,000 for the D-Max 2.5L Standard with manual transmis- sion to RM128,000 for the top-range D-Max 3.0L Z-Prestige automatic.
Isuzu Malaysia Chief Executive Of- ficer Kenji Matsuoka said the new refreshed D-Max range enabled the company to cater to the needs of customers across a wide spectrum.
“The D-Max is already the preferred choice of those seeking a reliable, durable and economical workhorse. There is tremendous market poten- tial for a dressed-up pick-up from the manufacturer like our new permanent Z-Prestige flagship variant, which stands apart from the rest but comes with full warranty for total peace of mind,” he said.
The top-range Z-Prestige variant, with three colour-coordinated models and a curated list of accessories and user-friendly features, was modelled after past limited edition models.
According to Executive Director Ha- jime Machimura, the new enhance-
From left : Isuzu Hicom Malaysia CEO Taizo Nakahigashi, Mitsubishi Corp General Manager Daisuke Takagi, Isuzu Malaysia Executive Director Hajime Machimura, Isuzu Malaysia CEO Kenji Matsuoka, DRB-Hicom COO Dato’ Abdul Harith Abdullah, Isuzu Motors Company Thailand Takashi Kikuchi and Isuzu Motors International Operations Thailand Yoichi Masuda
ments and features were aimed at equipping the D-Max to meet the demands of those looking for a stylish yet reliable vehicle. “Our Z-Prestige variant perfectly show- cases how the new D-Max can be transformed into a premium 4X4 that can take pride of place even in the most luxurious urban setting one moment and yet take on the toughest terrains the next,” he said.
New features in the Z-Prestige included Passive Entry and Start System, 18” alloy rims, projector headlamps with LED daytime running lights, 8-inch touch-screen DVD player with 8-speaker surround sound sys- tem, new design electrolumi- nescent meter panel with Multi- Information Display, multimedia ports and smartphone compart- ment, and leather seats.
All variants, including the lowest specified model, comes with the full complement of driving safety aids such as Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Traction Control
全新五十铃D-MAX瞄准 时尚生活市场
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时尚生活市场的全新得奖D-Max系列 大
马五十铃私人有限公司进一步巩固 作为皮卡专家的地位，推出了专攻
皮卡。
新修饰款D-Max车系，分为Standard、Premium 及Z-Prestige共三类8车款，是D-Max于2013年 推介以来的首次大换装。
儘管新车仍然搭载2.5升或3.0升可变几何系统 (VGS)涡轮增压中央冷却柴油引擎，并搭配5 速自排及手动变速箱，但原厂针对新车的内、 外设计进行了大幅改良。
上路价(含消费税、路税及车险)介于D- Max 2.5L Standard手排的8万3000令吉至顶级 D-Max 3.0L Z-Prestige自排的12万8000令吉。
大马五十铃总执行长松冈贤次(Kenji Matsuoka) 说，上述全新D-Max系列将满足不同客户的需求。
他说:“对于要求可靠、耐用及经济实惠的车 主来说，D-Max已经是最佳选择。例如像我们表 现出众又附有完整保险，让您高枕无忧的全新 Z-Prestige旗舰型新修饰皮卡的市场潜力非常 大。”