The lifestyle pickup truck market in India is dominated by just two products; Isuzu V-Cross and Toyota Hilux.
The updated version of the Isuzu V-Cross has made its international debut and could become arch-rival to the Toyota Hilux in India. Isuzu was the first brand in India to offer a premium lifestyle pickup truck option for all off-road fanatics. The arrival of the new Mahindra Thar has added to the charm of this segment. Toyota, recognizing the opportunity, introduced the Fortuner-based Hilux to make things more interesting and offer people alternatives. Now, it will be interesting to see if the 2022 Isuzu V-Cross makes it to India.
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2022 Isuzu V-Cross Could Be The Toyota Hilux Rival
Being the international model, there are a few distinctive elements compared to the model sold in India. This version has a more sharp and sleek LEd headlamp cluster with integrated LED DRLs and turn indicators, there is a massive grille with dual chrome bars, the fog lamp housing looks quite unique and sporty, and there is a massive silver skid plate accentuating the dominating presence. On the sides, there are no flashy bits or character lines but the wheel arches are quite prominent and the black alloy wheels mean business.
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To enhance the ingress and egress into and out of this massive pickup truck, there are handy side steps. There are roof rails as well. At the rear, the cargo compartment is quite deep and could carry huge amounts of luggage. The taillamps are quite simple which suit the demeanor of the 2022 Isuzu V-Cross quite well. The rear also has a sporty bumper and steps to climb onto the carbo bed.
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Specs
The 2022 Isuzu D-Max V-Cross comes powered by a BS6 compliant 1.9-litre Common Rail diesel engine with Variable Turbo Geometry Turbocharger making 161 hp of peak power and 360 Nm of peak torque. The transmission options involve a 6-speed manual as well as automatic options. It will also feature a Shift-on-the-fly 4×4 system with High Torque Mode and High Ride Suspension for better off-road capabilities. There is also a 2.5-litre 78 hp / 176 Nm diesel engine in the more commercially-oriented Cab version. The prices of the Isuzu V-Cross range between Rs 13 lakh and Rs 27 lakh, ex-showroom.
