From the Isuzu website,
http://www.isuzu.co.jp/world/product/suv/mu-7.html

the Isuzu Alterra is the Mu-7





"The Isuzu MU-7 is the new Sport Utility Wagon that has combined the convenience of multipurpose function, rugged sport-utility performance, a spacious seven-seat interior and passenger comfort and luxury.

Model Variations
The MU-7 presents 4 x 4 and 4 x 2 models. 4 x 2 model offers two-tone color variations as well as monotone color choice, and 4 x 4 model provides two-tone color variations.
Styling
The MU-7's exterior boasts luxurious styling that features modern design with an impressive panoramic window and unique front face and rear body. The interior is elegant and designed for full utility. The MU-7 offers functional 7-seat arrangement. Leather seat is also available for customers who pursue more elegance.
Engines
The MU-7 is powered by the newly developed 3.0-liter DOHC 16-valve 4JJ1-TC common rail engine. This engine offers excellent performance and better fuel economy as well as complies with EURO III emission regulations." - Isuzu website


The Alterra offered in the Philippines is a 4x2 only. Is this the Isuzu Trooper replacement (finally)? Although I wish it were better looking than this... And where's the 4x4? It looks like this Alterra and the Ssangyong Rodius-Stavic share the same designers. (check out the styling on its rear sides, duh!).

Will Isuzu be bringing in the Chevy Trailblazer-derived Isuzu Ascender as the real replacement for the Trooper? Or the Rodeo?

And finally, if an SUV were castrated to become a 4x2, does that make it a softroader? Or just a plain street-only truck?