Heels & Horsepower Magazine

New On The Tarmac: Meet The All-New X-Rider Limited Edition

By H&H Admin

Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSA) has added three sporty X-Rider Limited Edition models to the Isuzu D-MAX range. Badged the X-Rider Limited Edition the new models will be limited to 210 individually numbered units with a numbered plaque in the engine bay.

Built at Isuzu’s Struandale plant in Gqeberha, the X-Rider Limited Edition has exclusive features such as blacked out 18-inch alloy wheels, black roof rails, X-Rider Edition Limited Sports hoop, tailgate branding, branded carpet set, and a standard load box roller-shutter.

There are three models available in the X-Rider Limited Edition, a 2.5 HO X-Rider LTD 4×2 5 speed manual, a 2.5 HO X-Rider LTD 4×2 5 speed Auto, and a 3.0 X-Rider LTD 4×2 6 Speed Auto.  

All are based on existing X-Rider models.

250 HO models continue with Isuzu’s formidable 2.5 litre turbo diesel engine making 100 kW @3400 rpm, and 320 Nm of torque between 1800 rpm and 2800 rpm. The 3.0 X-Limited is fitted with the D-MAX’s current 3 litre Turbodiesel engine which makes 130 kW at 3600 rpm and 380 Nm between 1800rpm and 2800rpm.

Combined cycle fuel consumption for the 2.5 models is 7.7 l/100 km, with CO2 emissions of 203 g/km for the manual. The 3-litre model’s combined cycle fuel consumption is 7.5 l/100 km with CO2 emissions at 198 g/km.

Isuzu is committed to providing its customers with an exceptional ownership experience and peace of mind. To this end, all Isuzu D-MAX bakkies come standard with Isuzu Complete Care, comprising a five year/unlimited km anti-corrosion warranty and a five year/ 90 000 km Service Plan. Service intervals are every 15 000 km/12 months.

Extended cover can also be purchased for Roadside Assistance, Service Plans, and Maintenance Plans through Isuzu mobility. 

X-Rider Limited Edition models and pricing:

– 250 HO D/C X-Rider LTD 4×2 M/T: R 552,400

– 250 HO X-Rider LTD 4×2 A/T: R 572 100

– 300 X-Rider LTD 4×2 A/T: R 624 400

All prices include VAT