“The upcoming Isuzu mu-X is a game changer for us, as it offers class-leading driver-assistance technology, new state-of-the-art powertrains, and a luxurious interior designed for maximum comfort for seven occupants,” said Dominic Rimmer, Isuzu’s senior vice president of technical operations.
Rimmer said the next generation mu-X will be equipped with a suite of passive and active safety systems, as well as the latest infotainment systems with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The bold exterior design is matched by an exquisitely crafted interior, with luxurious fittings and soft surfaces which should make any driving task an enjoyable and safe experience.
We are on track to launch the next generation mu-X. Vehicle testing was successfully conducted late 2020 and we continue to test the vehicle under a number of conditions to ensure it is suitably prepared for South African conditions.”
In preparation for this, the company has also embarked on dealer technical training for Isuzu technicians who will be responsible for the servicing and maintenance of the vehicles once sales commence.
Another key element of the pre-launch activities for Isuzu is ensuring the ready availability of service and repair parts at commencement of sales. In this regard, Isuzu mu-X customers will benefit from our world-class parts distribution centre in Gqeberha that stocks more than 30 000 line items of service, maintenance and crash-repair parts. Isuzu dealers can expect to receive parts within one or two days of an order, depending on the type of order placed.
“The mu-X is manufactured at Isuzu’s Samrong vehicle assembly facility in Thailand. It will be fully imported into South Africa for sale to the South African as well as other right-hand-drive markets in Africa. Additional product information and pricing will be made available closer to the launch date,” Rimmer said.
