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NZ ute model guide
Isuzu D-Max
A work-first diesel ute range suited to payload, towing and fleet shortlists.
Current published starting point$54,990 + ORCPrices and capacities vary by body, grade, fitted accessories and delivery timing.
NZ status: Current new-vehicle range listed by Isuzu Utes New Zealand.
- Payload
- 925–1,310kg across published wellside/cab-chassis grades
- Towing
- 3,500kg braked
- Power
- 140kW
- Torque
- 450Nm
Exact range
Choose the grade or configuration you mean
Family-wide maxima are useful for discovery. The exact body, powertrain and grade below are what matter for payload, towing, price and safety.
| Grade / configuration | Body | Powertrain | Transmission | Payload | Towing | GVM / GCM | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cab-chassis and wellside range | Diesel | Not published | Not published | Not published | Not published | Not published | |
| Cab-chassis and wellside range | Diesel | Not published | Not published | Not published | Not published | Not published | |
| Cab-chassis and wellside range | Diesel | Not published | Not published | Not published | Not published | Not published |
Exact figures are shown only where the cited New Zealand source publishes them. “Not published” is kept explicit; values are not silently inherited from another body or powertrain.
Work-first research
Everything important, without the brochure clutter
Isuzu D-Max buyers have plenty to weigh up beyond the badge. This independent-first guide focuses on how the ute may fit a real workday, which questions to ask about the exact variant, and how to compare like-for-like dealer offers.
At a glance
A work-first diesel ute range suited to payload, towing and fleet shortlists.
- Cab-chassis and wellside range
- Diesel powertrain
- Available now in New Zealand
Published specifications
- Engine / system
- 3.0L turbo-diesel
- Power
- 140kW
- Torque
- 450Nm
- Towing
- 3,500kg braked
- Payload
- 925–1,310kg across published wellside/cab-chassis grades
- Driveline
- 2WD and 4WD choices
- Warranty
- 3 years / 100,000km standard; current eligible-vehicle offer extends to 6 years / 150,000km
- Service / ownership
- Current eligible-vehicle offer includes a 3-year service plan; verify offer timing and terms
Price & variants
$54,990 + ORCCompare the exact body, grade, on-road costs, fitted work equipment, delivery date and finance conditions—not only the headline price.
3 verified grade or powertrain groups are represented in the exact range selector above.
Work capability
Start with the completed vehicle: crew, tools, stock, tray or fit-out, accessories and any regular trailer.
- Towing
- Fleet
- Construction
- Rural
Payload & towing
- Payload
- 925–1,310kg across published wellside/cab-chassis grades
- Towing
- 3,500kg braked
Powertrain
- Powertrain
- Diesel
- Engine / system
- 3.0L turbo-diesel
- Power
- 140kW
Best suited to
TowingFleetConstructionRural
Use this as a shortlist starting point. The final decision should follow a loaded test drive and a written, itemised offer.
Things to consider
- Payload after people, accessories and permanently carried equipment
- Service access, replacement transport and parts support
- Real delivery timing and any stock or allocation conditions
Dealer offers
Send one clear brief covering vehicle, work, setup, location and timing. Relevant participating dealers can respond where coverage is available.
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Read guideSpecification recordChecked 11 September 2026
Isuzu Utes New Zealand D-MAX range ↗. Values are published New Zealand model-family figures or explicitly labelled international manufacturer figures where the NZ page does not publish the field.
Warranty & ownership recordChecked 25 August 2026
Isuzu Utes New Zealand warranty offer ↗. Programme conditions, commercial-use limits and time-limited offers can change; confirm eligibility in the written dealer offer.
Image recordIsuzu Utes New Zealand model page · verified 27 August 2026
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Common questions
Isuzu D-Max NZ FAQs
Can Tradie Wheels get me a Isuzu D-Max quote?+
You can submit one vehicle brief and ask us to seek suitable offers from participating New Zealand dealers. Coverage and the number of responses vary by location, model and timing.
Does Tradie Wheels sell the Isuzu D-Max?+
No. Tradie Wheels is a comparison and lead-matching service. Any vehicle purchase, finance agreement or warranty is directly between you and the selected supplier.
Which Isuzu D-Max variant is best for tradies?+
That depends on payload after accessories, towing, cab requirements, travel, security and budget. Compare the exact variant specification against a written work-use brief.