There has never been a better time to buy a pickup than now. That’s because Isuzu Philippines Corp., assembler of world-class and award-winning diesel-powered vehicles, has just introduced two new variants of the D-MAX pickup for 2009. The pair of the new LS and the Boondock II now boast features previously only found on higher-end trims. The new features make the tough D-MAX stunning as well.

For the 2009 D-MAX LS, the following upgrades have been made: installation of new side stepboards with anti-slip rubber (only for the 4×2); change of door insert material from sports jersey to leatherette; change of seat material from sports jersey to black leather; switch to a more modern audio head unit (JVC KD G845); and addition of two-eye back-up sensors.

The Boondock II also has the same black leather seats, leatherette door inserts, audio head unit and back-up sensors. But it doesn’t stop there. The Boondock II now sports a new radiator grille design that further enhances the pickup’s stylish front end. It also rolls on new Yokohama Geolandar 265/70 R16 all-terrain tires for optimum grip on the most challenging of off-road surfaces combined with exceptional on-road performance.

“The D-MAX has always been a perfect pickup in terms of performance, fuel-efficiency, reliability and environment-friendliness,” said IPC President Keiji Takeda. “But that doesn’t stop us from continuing to find ways to make it a better product. From small to big features–as long as we know that they will benefit our customers–we will put them in the D-MAX.”

The D-MAX is powered by a 3.0-liter CRDi turbodiesel engine that is rated at 146 ps of maximum output and 294 Newton-meters of maximum torque. It also conforms to Euro-2 emission standards. This vaunted diesel powerplant is complemented by Isuzu’s critically acclaimed Flex Ride MOVE suspension system, which achieves a comfortable ride in spite of the vehicle’s pickup chassis.

The 2009 D-MAX is now also available with new body colors: Canyon Red and Granite Gray for the LS, and Light Blue Metallic/Sterling Silver for the Boondock II. The LS 4×2 and 4×4 are priced at P1,085,000 (manual transmission)/P1,145,000 (automatic transmission) and P1,315,000 (manual transmission), respectively, while the Boondock II 4×4 goes for P1,325,000 (manual transmission).
Visit your nearest authorized Isuzu dealership today for a personal test drive of the 2009 Isuzu D-MAX LS and Boondock II.

In Metro Manila, Isuzu showrooms are located in EDSA Balintawak, Quezon Avenue, Commonwealth, Pasig, Manila, Makati and Alabang. In the provinces, Isuzu has dealers in Isabela, Pangasinan, Cabanatuan, Pampanga, Bulacan, Cavite, Batangas, San Pablo, Bacolod, Iloilo, Mandaue, Cagayan de Oro and Davao. Check out www.isuzuphil.com for other Isuzu updates.

Isuzu Philippines Media Release

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