- Isuzu has introduced a new special edition of the D-Max called the Mudmaster.
- The pickup boasts accessories that boost its rugged look and all-terrain prowess.
- The new is priced from £36,495 ($47,100).
While the facelifted D-Max has been available in other markets since late 2023, Isuzu UK continues to release special editions of the outgoing model. The latest is the Isuzu D-Max Mudmaster, which includes several accessories to boost its off-road capabilities.
The Mudmaster is based on the flagship V-Cross trim of the D-Max. Highlights include a snorkel for water crossings, a rear canopy, a roof rack, additional LEDs, and a winch concealed beneath a lift-up metal license plate.
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The truck also features extra cladding, steel underbody protection, wind visors, fender extensions, side steps, white Isuzu badging, and Mudmaster decals on the sides. Notably, it rides on 20-inch Hurricane alloy wheels wrapped in Toyo Open Country A/T III tires. This new wheel-tire setup is complemented by a Pedders off-road suspension kit, which boosts ground clearance by 1.75 inches (45 mm).
Interior upgrades are limited to illuminated scuff plates, rubber mats, and heavy-duty seat covers. The rest of the cabin remains as per the V-Cross trim, including the 9-inch infotainment system.
Under the hood you’ll find the standard 1.9-liter turbodiesel four-cylinder engine, delivering 162 hp (121 kW / 164 PS) and 360 Nm (266 lb-ft) of torque. The standard 4WD system pairs with either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission.
The Isuzu D-Max Mudmaster is available to order in the UK, with prices starting at £36,495 ($47,100) for the manual and £38,495 ($49,679) for the automatic, making it cheaper than the limited-production Isuzu D-Max Steel Edition. Isuzu boasts that the D-Max features one of the industry’s most extensive accessory catalogs, making it ideal for off-roading, camping, or overlanding.
The Mudmaster will likely be one of the last special editions of the outgoing D-Max before Isuzu brings the facelifted version to the UK market. Besides the diesel-powered model, Isuzu is working on a fully electric version of the D-Max that will debut in 2025. Rivals of the midsize pickup include the Ford Ranger, Toyota Hilux, VW Amarok, and Mitsubishi L200.
