Bolder graphics and better trim for Isuzu's doube-cab D-Max.

Isuzu might have disappointed South African customers with news of a long delay for third-generationD-Max, but globally the new bakkie’s portfolio is already growing.

The Japanese bakkie brand has not been shy of doing special edition double-cabs over the last few years, most of them leveraging the ‘X’ marketing association. In South Africa, we are familiar with the X-Rider bakkies, and it appears that this legacy will continue with new D-Max.

Although its third-generation D-Max is very new, Isuzu has now revealed the first special edition version in Thailand, which is the production hub for most of Isuzu’s double-cab bakkies. It is called the D-Max X-Series and features some slight styling enhancements, to differentiate it from other double-cabs.

Isuzu is launching the D-Max X-Series with two colour options, either black or pearl white. Contrasting with those exterior paint finishes is a gloss finish for the grille, with a bold red Isuzu brand icon.

Aerodynamics improve a touch thanks to the reshaped front spoiler, whilecolour-coded bumpers add to the more premium look for this X-Series Isuzu double-cab. The bonnet also gains a centreline ‘X-Series’ graphic design treatment.

There are running boards along its flanks and a non-structural sports bar behind the cab section, designed forbalancing airflow and reducingaerodynamic drag.

The Isuzu D-Max X-Series rolls on 18-inch alloy wheels with a gloss black finish.

Isuzu's X-Series D-Max uses red detailing to full effect.

InsideIsuzu’s latest limited edition double-cab, there's red contrast stitching for the leather seats andthe headrests gain a bold X-Series logo. Red accents are also present on the steering wheel, parking brake girdle and instrument panel.

Despite its premium billing in the new D-Max range, the X-Series does not make use of Isuzu’s most potent turbodiesel engine option. Powering the Japanese brand’s latest double-cab initiative is a 1.9-litre four-cylinder turbodiesel, boosting 110kW and 350Nm, instead of the 3-litre engine’s 140kW and 450Nm.

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