New Zealand might be due for another electric ute next year, with the new Isuzu D-Max BEV being teased and likely bound for New Zealand.
The Japanese manufacturer plans to debut a concept of the dual-cab EV at the Bangkok International Motor Show later this month before a production model is revealed ahead of its release in 2025.
2025 Isuzu D-Max BEV concept engine bay | Photo: Auto.co.th
It’ll initially be launched in select European markets like Norway before landing in the United Kingdom, Australia, and Thailand, but there was no mention of a New Zealand launch. However, we reached out to the local arm of Isuzu who said we can expect to hear word of its availability soon.
The production electric D-Max will feature a 66.9kWh lithium-ion battery and two electric motors, one up front (40kW) and the other at the rear (90kW), generating a combined 130kW and 325Nm of torque. Driving range figures have yet to be disclosed.
Top speed is low, rated at “over 130km/h”, but its payload and towing capacity are on par with New Zealand’s most popular petrol and diesel-powered utes at 1000kg and 3500kg respectively.
2025 Isuzu D-Max BEV concept headlight design | Photo: Auto.co.th
As for looks, its design is fairly similar to the combustion D-Max that was facelifted late last year, but the EV introduces a few subtle changes such as a closed-off front grille and blue highlights. The interior has yet to be unveiled.
Isuzu will fully reveal the electric D-Max at the Bangkok International Motor Show, held from March 27 to April 7, 2024.
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