TOP TOW TUGS OF 2022
ISUZU MU-X LS-T 4X4
In 2020, Isuzu’s D-MAX Ute shocked rivals with the quantum leap it made in terms of safety, technology, and sophistication. In 2021, the brand’s MU-X wagon has proven it wasn’t a fluke by doing the same again.
“A big step up in comfort, specs and price, the new MU-X has stepped away from being an acceptably flawed budget choice to being a top-of-town contender for quality. We’ve towed with them lots. Expect 15-20L/100km with a full-size van in tow”
The second-generation MU-X is again based on the proven platform and mechanics of the D-MAX, but with key changes that make the family wagon arguably even better suited as a long-range tourer and tow-rig. With its stronger body-on-frame chassis, re-engineered coil-sprung multi-link rear suspension, and increased front and rear axle load ratings, the new MU-X now boasts enhanced braked towing capacity of 3500kg with a 350kg ball load — that’s an improvement of 500kg and 50kg respectively on the previous model, giving the MU-X an advantage over rivals like the Ford Everest, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, and Toyota Fortuner. Under the new-look bodywork is a stronger chassis that makes more use of high-tensile steel, with larger chassis rails, an additional crossmember, and new rear subframe cradle.
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