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2023 Isuzu D-Max X-Rider revealed! Special-edition dual-cab positioned to take sales from popular HiLux, Ranger, and Triton

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The limited edition D-Max dual-cab sits below some of its major rivals on the price-scale.
The limited edition D-Max dual-cab sits below some of its major rivals on the price-scale.
Tom White
Senior Journalist
9 Jan 2023
2 min read

Isuzu Ute Australia has released pricing and features for its latest limited-edition ute, positioned between the mid-spec LS-M dual-cab 4x4 and LS-U.

The X-Rider nameplate returns for the first time since 2019, after some major adjustments to the D-Max range for the 2023 model year. The X-Rider carries largely the same specification as the LS-M ute, which normally includes 17-inch alloy wheels, cloth interior upholstery, a 7.0-inch multimedia touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, LED headlights, and, of course, the brand’s signature 3.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine, producing 140kW/450Nm.

Additional equipment for the X-Rider includes a two-tone black grille, 17-inch alloys finished in black, matching black mirrors and door handles, as well as the addition of a sports bar, a soft tonneau cover and side steps, also finished in black.

The X-Rider is available only as an automatic dual-cab and wears a price-tag of $58,000 before on-road costs, placing it directly between the LS-M dual-cab auto ($53,800), and LS-U dual-cab auto ($61,000). Still placed atop the range is the more off-road focused X-Terrain (from $67,500).

Limited to 1020 units, the X-Rider is also only able to be chosen in grey, black or white, and brings the total number of D-Max variants to 25.

The D-Max continues to perform well in the segment, placing fourth overall in the ute market in 2022, behind the dominant Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger, and value-focused Mitsubishi Triton.

Price-wise, the new X-Rider variant is placed below the Ford Ranger XLT ($61,190), Toyota HiLux SR5 ($61,930), but above the Mitsubishi Triton GSR ($56,940).

Other adjustments which have recently been made to the D-Max range include the addition of base 4x4 SX variants with a smaller 1.9-litre engine (110kW/350Nm), priced from $50,200 before on-roads.

Tom White
Senior Journalist
Despite studying ancient history and law at university, it makes sense Tom ended up writing about cars, as he spent the majority of his waking hours finding ways to drive as many as possible. His fascination with automobiles was also accompanied by an affinity for technology growing up, and he is just as comfortable tinkering with gadgets as he is behind the wheel. His time at CarsGuide has given him a nose for industry news and developments at the forefront of car technology.
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