The
D-segment SUV market will get a new contender in the form of the Isuzu MU-X. It
replaces the MU-7 SUV and will take on the likes of the Toyota Fortuner which
is currently the leader in the D-segment in terms of volumes.
Now,
we compare the Isuzu MU X with the Toyota Fortuner. So read on for our Isuzu MU
X vs Toyota Fortuner comparison.
1-
Price Comparison
Isuzu MU-X (estimated)
|
Toyota Fortuner
(ex-showroom Delhi)
|
|
Minimum Price
|
Rs 23 Lakh
|
Rs 26 Lakh
|
Maximum Price
|
Rs 28 Lakh
|
Rs 31 Lakh
|
MU X will cost less than the
Fortuner. If this doesn’t happen, the Isuzu SUV might find it really tough to
justify a high price tag.
2- Specs
Isuzu MU X
|
Specifications
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Toyota Fortuner
|
Specifications
|
Engine Type
|
3.0 L Diesel
|
Engine
|
2.7 L Petrol/2.8 L Diesel
|
Maximum Power
|
175 BHP
|
Max. Power
|
164 BHP/175 BHP
|
Peak Torque
|
380 Nm
|
Peak Torque
|
250 Nm/450 Nm
|
Transmission
|
5 Speed Manual/5 Speed Automatic
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Transmission
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5-6 Speed Manual & 5-6 Speed Automatic
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4×4
|
Yes
|
4×4
|
No/Yes
|
On comparing
the specs, MU X offers a single engine option, the Fortuner offers you both a
Petrol and a Diesel engine. Also, while the MU X offers a choice of a 5-speed
Manual and a 5-speed Automatic transmission, the Fortuner offers a 6-speed
Manual and a 6-speed Automatic transmission for the Diesel engine. Even its
petrol engine offers a 6-speed Auto box.
3- Dimensions Comparison
Isuzu MU X
|
Toyota Fortuner
|
||
Length
|
4,825 mm
|
Length
|
4,795 mm
|
Width
|
1,860 mm
|
Width
|
1,855 mm
|
Height
|
1,860 mm
|
Height
|
1,835 mm
|
Wheelbase
|
2,845 mm
|
Wheelbase
|
2,750 mm
|
Ground Clearance
|
-NA-
|
Ground Clearance
|
193 mm
|
Isuzu MU X is not only longer, but is also
wider and taller than the Fortuner. it will
also enjoy a slightly more ground clearance. The MU X wheelbase much longer than the Fortuner, which should translate into an airier
cabin.
4- Features Comparison
The features list of the MU X will
be made available only at the time of its India launch. However, we’re
expecting the latest Isuzu SUV to have most of the features that are available
on the Fortuner.
Features list of Fortuner are given below
- 7 Airbags
- Brake Assist
- Push Button Start
- LED tail lamps
- Downhill Assist Control
- Bi-beam Projector units
- LED daytime running lights
- Active Traction Control
- Hill Assist Control
- Power and Eco driving modes
- Touch screen Infotainment unit with Navigation and more
5- Design Comparison
the
MU X will have a street presence comparable to the new Fortuner. While
the MU X looks more rugged, the Fortuner provides a good blend of
sophistication and ruggedness, which ends up giving it a more premium look.
Stay
tuned with us for more on the Isuzu MU X and Toyota's Fortuner comparison.
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