Very surprised by his comments on steering and suspension. We test drove both vehicles back to back and the Trailblazer was a much nicer vehicle to drive. We purchased the Trailblazer and towed a car trailer with a car on it from Brisbane to Newcastle and back, averaged 10.4lt/100km over 1800km. Steering feel and suspension ride was excellent. Absolutely love the Trailblazer!
The trailblazer May look slightly more modern inside but outside the MU-X looks WAY better in quality. I choose a 2wd LST for my wife and it’s an amazing car all round. We got 9.5litres per 100km on the Hume hwy
So we do a fuel comparison and the Trailblazer "easily wins that" and then you forget to mention the MU-X only has a tiny 65 litre tank where as the Trailblazer has a 76 litre tank i.e. pretty much 17% more fuel. Hmm I guess if you don't mind stopping to fuel up regularly then go with the MU-X but if you want to get to your destination while it's still daylight you should consider the Trailblazer.
@@samkitto010 thanks mate! What version would be better as I have a budget of about 55 grand so I was wondering if it would be better if I spent the extra money on a trend. If trend 3.2 or 2.0?
Take a look at the age of Ford's vs Japanese cars at wreckers...I have no doubt Rangers and Everests will start appearing pretty soon down the local junkyards
I always liked Isuzu vehicles. Well thought out, simple, reliable and not overpriced. It was a shame General Motors ruined them so badly they pulled out of America, except for some commercial delivery trucks.
Isuzu every Day of the Week. Bit of an unfair Comparison though. The MU-X was just Pulling the Jayco. Whilst the Trailblazer was dragging Holden's Survival Prospects in Australia along with it...
pointless complaining about gears hunting when you can simply put it into sport select and make it stay in a gear suitable for a climb etc, that's how you should be driving. Keep the engine in its best torque band for the speed.
We have the previous model MUX LST in 2wd. and with the old 5 sp auto. Average fuel consumption unloaded is more like 8.9 l/100km and towing a loaded double horse float (admittedly lower in weight than the test) around 16 l/100km. Almost four years and 160,000 kms later and it still pulls and tows exactly the same as the day we bought it. Yes the engine is a touch noisier than the Holden and the torque figures on paper are lower but the engines and gearboxes are built for long life and in real world driving it just works.
The MU-X is a better car. My mum has Isuzu MU-X LS-U 4x2 Magnetic Red Mica (as seen in video). The only differnce between that one is that it is a 4x4, my mum's one is a 4x2. great car.
Having recently purchased a Holden Trailblazer LTZ, I have been nothing but disappointed with my purchase and the poor build quality. Never buying a Holden again. See my videos why.
Holden better we towed a 20 foot caravan 6000 km through the Victorian and New South Wales highlands and it had lots of power and it was very comfortable. Trailblazer better.
I think anybody who will be towing a bigger styled van would have the suspension changed anyway so it puts both of them on par with each other. Then it comes down to what you like. For me I loved my Holden for the interior and power BUT I do find the izuzu is related with reliability and if Holden can get on par with that it would be a real good tow car.
Can you do a test which shows which car has the best AEB system. Please do it for different car segments.... I am mainly interested in the 4x4 models within the range of ~45k to ~60k... I am very sure you can do the same for UTE also
The other thing is the amount of lemon 2.8 colarados and trailblazers there are is horrific, the Isuzu is the better option not only is it real life more efficient than the Colorado (after doing 5 separate test with me and my mates we came to the conclusion) but it has a lot more left in the tank power wise... The 4jj1 motor is well know in the desiel industry for the being by far the best motor for big power but it is also a bigger and a lot more beeffer motor that is tuned to be understressed (it does have a terrible throttle tune..)and last a life time.
So sánh giữa Isuzu Mu-X và Chevrolet Trailblazer: Ngoại thất: Mu-X: Khoẻ khoắn. Trailblazer: Khoẻ khoắn. Nội thất: Mu-X: Đơn giản, thực dụng. Trailblazer: Đẹp mắt, sang trọng. Tiện nghi: Mu-X: Màn hình 8 inch, màn hình LCD trên trần, chìa khoá thông minh và để nổ bằng nút bấm. Trailblazer: Màn hình Mylink 8 inch, 7 loa, để nổ từ xa. An toàn: Mu-X: 6 túi khí. Trailblazer: chỉ có 2 túi khí trước mặt (nhưng có thêm trang bị an toàn tiên tiến hơn đối thủ). Động cơ: Mu-X: Động cơ Blue Power 3.0L, công suất 177 mã lực, mô men xoắn 380nm. Trailblazer: Động cơ Duramax 2.5L, công suất 180 mã lực, mô men xoắn 350nm. Mức tiêu hao nhiên liệu: Mu-X: 9L/100km đường hỗn hợp. Trailblazer: 8L/100km đường hỗn hợp. Chi phí: Mu-X: Bền bỉ và ít hỏng vặt, chi phí thấp hơn đối thủ. Trailblazer: Cao hơn so với Mu-X.
Holden trailblazer all day long not a lemon doesn’t unless you buy pre 2016 if I want to buy a loud truck I’d buy an Isuzu it’s funny how this video the dude has already decided even before he drove lmao cars guide is pathetic whoever pays more right
I have driven both the isuzu was absolute garbage honestly its got no power to much body roll noisy uncomfortable seats and interior is very cheaply made and designed engine responsiveness is terrible i wouldn't own one for free.the trailblazer looks absolutely amazing its very stable on road effortlessly powerful and highly responsive bulletproof engine amazing features i cannot fault it they are worth every dollar. The bloke that done the test drive i think he was pushed around in a old fashioned pram with springs for to long
Are those fuel towing figures normal average?, I tow a 22ft (non pop up )Sterling with my 3 tonne tow 2011 short wheel base Prado and the only time I had such high fuel usage was up North driving between Port Hedland and Broome into head winds, 20/21 Litres per 100 k/s and with no wind good or bad about 15 litres, my very best ever was heading East from Norseman across the Nullabor (tail wind) 12.7 litres
explains exactly why there is twice as many muxs out there towing than trailblazers. MUX is an old truck that will give no frills but be dependable for years.
@@markmcdonnell9208 if that was the case everyone would be towing with there great walls, LVDs and ssangyongs. If there was an ability to breakdown the sales data there would still be way more 4x4 muxs than trailblazers and like for like the mux is dearer as Holden are more willing to discount.
True but a percentage of them are the 2wd version which some grey nomads use (cheaper to buy, as they don't intend to go off road ) i.e. Holden don't make a 2wd version. Not saying which one is better but just trying to add some facts to this debate.
I go for trailblazer. It has more horsepower and torque. It is fuel efficient with a combined 12 kms/liter. It is also better on off-roading compared to the other suvs.
I agree the Isuzu should always be the preferred tow vehicle, it is what Isuzu build for. I am a little surprised by your assessment on fuel economy. Comparing D-Max vs Colorado the D-Max consistently comes out ahead. I drive a manual D-Max, full of tools no trailer always get between 7.2 to 7.5 L per 100 Km, when towing work trailer get 10 -13 L per 100 km. Mates Colorado get 9.5L per 100 Km at best unladen. Yes Holdens quicker of the mark but that is not what these vehicles should be judged on. Isuzu better warranty, servicing etc. As for noise I always here reviewers comment on this, usually not what I experience. Isuzu is called loud but better than most out there, to me Holden, Mitsubishi, Ford all sound more agricultural.
@@t-bone9239 i 2 have a 2018 D Max i think it gets pretty good fuel milage comparing it to my 4 cylinder 2.0 petrol vehicle. holden must have better noise absorbtion then the D Max on the inside of the cabin because that trailblazer engine is 3 times more noiser then the D Max engine on the outside
Yes MUX has 65 liters of fuel tank but mind this even a 3.0 liter mux will go 7.9liters per 100Ks And also its young twin the 1.9 liter how about that?
Here in the philippines montero sport or (Pajero sport) was Filed cade fue to a fuel efficient scam to the clients they claim that they have the best fuel efficiency yet it didn't prove thats it saves allot of fuel so better grab ISUZU
We have a Chevy TB LT model 4x2, best SUV we had so far. No other SUV can catch it on traffic breakaway. Pull and acceleration rate is always a beast mode, and it will literally push you back in your seat. Tow something heavy and the suspension can assure you the weight will not throw your passengers up when you drive thru bumps and pot holes. it is just hard enough to control the downward weight of the load on bumps. too soft suspensions will make the MuX with Towed load turn into a jumping jack on long uneven terrain. we had montero, fortuner, everest, MuX and this TB is the latest. With Chevy TB, we rarely go over 2000 rpm to maintain a speed of 120-140kph even with a towed load.
It was hardly 'off-road' - it was a low-speed gravel track, which you can't help but encounter if you plan to head anywhere in Australia that isn't the eastern seaboard. Thanks Matt
Clearly there must be a limitation in the Isuzu driveline if the torque of 430Nm is from the factory. What parts are they trying to protect? Increase the output and let us know how great that Isuzu reliability is OK
@Mojo same underpinnings as the Colorado. It has been well documented, just research the 2012 Isuzu Dmax. It shares the Colorado platform. That is why there is an all new Dmax coming next year as the right hand drive Colorado is discontinued.
Who's the Holden Trailblazer built by? Holden would stick a badge on any random vehicle. For $52000 you would be a complete fool buying any Holden. Booo Holden , Boooo
Wrong do more research, the Isuzu has a top reliability record, so what your saying is a BMW X5 would be better quality than your landcruiser because it’s dearer again
You are probably referring to old and not updated mechanic: www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-06-20/porsche-takes-a-back-seat-as-korean-cars-grab-top-quality-honors
Update your perception, we are now in the 21st century: www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-02-13/toyotas-and-chevys-are-holding-up-better-than-most-luxury-brands
the GM version has awful electric steering which as Matt explained has a centre dead spot as its not switch on while off centre it's eve worse as it's switched on and over geared, the Isuzu version has speed speed sensitive hydraulic power steering so as slower parking speeds it's heavier but once moving does lighten up and provide excellent road feel however it will load up more around bends (making it heavy) but the feedback you get allows the driver more confidence to push on, the other key difference is suspension tuning, GM have gone for a stiffer set up as a compromise for on-road use whereas Isuzu have gone softer for off-road and towing which explains why the M-UX feel like a boat on-road in terms of suspension tune. The GM version has better engine and transmission and better interior presentation, as for fuel economy it really comes down to how hard the driver presses on and with that the Isuzu will use more as it has to work harder to get the same levels from it as the GM version, which one is better? look at the compromise and work it out from that and as such the Trailblazer is the better of the two as its less compromised for overall use.
Pfft. If you have to spend money after purchase, take the Isuzu to your friendly tuner and then you can tow with 600+Nm. You wouldn't have to worry about ToyBota's warranty denials either.
@@einfelder8262 I prefer toyotas service and looks. The mux would be my 2nd choice if there wasn't the Fortuner. I have sway control, does the mux have that?
They use to be parted ways. Not sure when. I think around 2016? The trail blazer engine is some Italian thing ... but made in Thailand like almost everything else
I think Isuzu MuX came out like that in the Philippines on 2014 while the Trailblazer already have that appearance since 2011. so i think it is proper to state that Isuzu MuX is just a re-badged Trailblazer. Isuzu MuX was first launched in Thailand on late 2013, launched by Isuzu and General Motors, who markets Chevrolet and Holden.
Jei Cee Tee wrong,mux was designed 1st but trailblazer was released 1st in the market,does not matter because this 2 are twin,they have one designer and under general motors,today Isuzu is not part of General motors,Trailblazer and isuzu alterra but alterra is not popular to philippines compare to montero and fortuner,the mu-x is also alterra but isuzu change its name.
@@carsguide however that is now an issue as to which engine is better, the old trusty 3.2L or the new 2.0L? having driven both Matt doing extensive towing the 3.2L 5cyl turbo diesel /6-speed is still the go to choice for me over the 2.0L sequential turbo diesel / 10-speed.
Very surprised by his comments on steering and suspension. We test drove both vehicles back to back and the Trailblazer was a much nicer vehicle to drive. We purchased the Trailblazer and towed a car trailer with a car on it from Brisbane to Newcastle and back, averaged 10.4lt/100km over 1800km. Steering feel and suspension ride was excellent. Absolutely love the Trailblazer!
Wow that’s good
I totally agree with you.
The trailblazer May look slightly more modern inside but outside the MU-X looks WAY better in quality. I choose a 2wd LST for my wife and it’s an amazing car all round. We got 9.5litres per 100km on the Hume hwy
What a waste that was. Whats the point of a 2wd?? should have just bought her a sedan
@@PryamidDreamer no we needed a 7 seat with a big boot, sedans are useless most of the time
Isuzu diesel good for 20 years
I agree why fix something that is not broken
Before you buy anything have a look at John Cadogan's video on towing.
This review is far better!
Isuzu MuX is a good SUV and also Holden of course. They are both good
I like Isuzu
So we do a fuel comparison and the Trailblazer "easily wins that" and then you forget to mention the MU-X only has a tiny 65 litre tank where as the Trailblazer has a 76 litre tank i.e. pretty much 17% more fuel. Hmm I guess if you don't mind stopping to fuel up regularly then go with the MU-X but if you want to get to your destination while it's still daylight you should consider the Trailblazer.
Good point on the fuel tank size difference.
Thanks
Matt
Would a fortuner gxl be a good option for something like this? Or should I buy something else?
everest mate
@@samkitto010 thanks mate! What version would be better as I have a budget of about 55 grand so I was wondering if it would be better if I spent the extra money on a trend. If trend 3.2 or 2.0?
Take a look at the age of Ford's vs Japanese cars at wreckers...I have no doubt Rangers and Everests will start appearing pretty soon down the local junkyards
2015 Pajero is better than both of these
Holden is garbage can't get parts at all don't buy save your self a headache
Whoa great review..But still for me Isuzu MUX is a beast.🙌
I always liked Isuzu vehicles. Well thought out, simple, reliable and not overpriced. It was a shame General Motors ruined them so badly they pulled out of America, except for some commercial delivery trucks.
Isuzu is more of a vehicle for the price.
Isuzu every Day of the Week.
Bit of an unfair Comparison though. The MU-X was just Pulling the Jayco.
Whilst the Trailblazer was dragging Holden's Survival Prospects in Australia along with it...
Well you got that wrong as Holden is finnished in Australia, GM are nothing but a non caring company.
pointless complaining about gears hunting when you can simply put it into sport select and make it stay in a gear suitable for a climb etc, that's how you should be driving. Keep the engine in its best torque band for the speed.
We have the previous model MUX LST in 2wd. and with the old 5 sp auto. Average fuel consumption unloaded is more like 8.9 l/100km and towing a loaded double horse float (admittedly lower in weight than the test) around 16 l/100km. Almost four years and 160,000 kms later and it still pulls and tows exactly the same as the day we bought it. Yes the engine is a touch noisier than the Holden and the torque figures on paper are lower but the engines and gearboxes are built for long life and in real world driving it just works.
I drive a Colorado and over 70000 klms have averaged 10.9 which includes 20000 towing 2.8 ton van
The MU-X is a better car. My mum has Isuzu MU-X LS-U 4x2 Magnetic Red Mica (as seen in video). The only differnce between that one is that it is a 4x4, my mum's one is a 4x2. great car.
Having recently purchased a Holden Trailblazer LTZ, I have been nothing but disappointed with my purchase and the poor build quality. Never buying a Holden again. See my videos why.
your videos are trash
www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-02-13/toyotas-and-chevys-are-holding-up-better-than-most-luxury-brands
I have a 2019 LT and has never faulted me to date.. Done 36,000 Ks and never missed a beat with about 75% of that done on 4x4 tracks.
Yes the Isuzu
The back taillights hard ripped off mu-x.
Isuzu had them first
So in the Isuzu averaging 25L per 100km you will have 300km of range. That is very poor!
Holden better we towed a 20 foot caravan 6000 km through the Victorian and New South Wales highlands and it had lots of power and it was very comfortable. Trailblazer better.
The isuzu has the equivalent power and comfort of a 3 cylinder daihatsu charade
@@grantveness6654 Isuzu doesn't have equivalent power to Holden.
but it does have a CD player, the Trailblazer doesn't
Hi carolyn
I think anybody who will be towing a bigger styled van would have the suspension changed anyway so it puts both of them on par with each other. Then it comes down to what you like. For me I loved my Holden for the interior and power BUT I do find the izuzu is related with reliability and if Holden can get on par with that it would be a real good tow car.
Can you do a test which shows which car has the best AEB system. Please do it for different car segments.... I am mainly interested in the 4x4 models within the range of ~45k to ~60k... I am very sure you can do the same for UTE also
Hi
Please see our latest video on AEB th-cam.com/video/XObiX7Cu4HI/w-d-xo.html
Cheers
The other thing is the amount of lemon 2.8 colarados and trailblazers there are is horrific, the Isuzu is the better option not only is it real life more efficient than the Colorado (after doing 5 separate test with me and my mates we came to the conclusion) but it has a lot more left in the tank power wise... The 4jj1 motor is well know in the desiel industry for the being by far the best motor for big power but it is also a bigger and a lot more beeffer motor that is tuned to be understressed (it does have a terrible throttle tune..)and last a life time.
Look on the isuzu fb page
So sánh giữa Isuzu Mu-X và Chevrolet Trailblazer:
Ngoại thất:
Mu-X: Khoẻ khoắn.
Trailblazer: Khoẻ khoắn.
Nội thất:
Mu-X: Đơn giản, thực dụng.
Trailblazer: Đẹp mắt, sang trọng.
Tiện nghi:
Mu-X: Màn hình 8 inch, màn hình LCD trên trần, chìa khoá thông minh và để nổ bằng nút bấm.
Trailblazer: Màn hình Mylink 8 inch, 7 loa, để nổ từ xa.
An toàn:
Mu-X: 6 túi khí.
Trailblazer: chỉ có 2 túi khí trước mặt (nhưng có thêm trang bị an toàn tiên tiến hơn đối thủ).
Động cơ:
Mu-X: Động cơ Blue Power 3.0L, công suất 177 mã lực, mô men xoắn 380nm.
Trailblazer: Động cơ Duramax 2.5L, công suất 180 mã lực, mô men xoắn 350nm.
Mức tiêu hao nhiên liệu:
Mu-X: 9L/100km đường hỗn hợp.
Trailblazer: 8L/100km đường hỗn hợp.
Chi phí:
Mu-X: Bền bỉ và ít hỏng vặt, chi phí thấp hơn đối thủ.
Trailblazer: Cao hơn so với Mu-X.
Holden trailblazer all day long not a lemon doesn’t unless you buy pre 2016 if I want to buy a loud truck I’d buy an Isuzu it’s funny how this video the dude has already decided even before he drove lmao cars guide is pathetic whoever pays more right
Totally agree with your comments . Yes he obviously had made up his mind before he carried out the test drive.
Longest running diesel engine 65 years isuzu engine
I have driven both the isuzu was absolute garbage honestly its got no power to much body roll noisy uncomfortable seats and interior is very cheaply made and designed engine responsiveness is terrible i wouldn't own one for free.the trailblazer looks absolutely amazing its very stable on road effortlessly powerful and highly responsive bulletproof engine amazing features i cannot fault it they are worth every dollar.
The bloke that done the test drive i think he was pushed around in a old fashioned pram with springs for to long
Are those fuel towing figures normal average?, I tow a 22ft (non pop up )Sterling with my 3 tonne tow 2011 short wheel base Prado and the only time I had such high fuel usage was up North driving between Port Hedland and Broome into head winds, 20/21 Litres per 100 k/s and with no wind good or bad about 15 litres, my very best ever was heading East from Norseman across the Nullabor (tail wind) 12.7 litres
i have a 2001 Isuzu Panther (croswind) with 900,000 kilometers and have never dismounted the engine
Isuzu best
Just wondering if you where towing the same van same test with VW Amarok v6 and the Isuzu 3 ltr especially overall performance and fuel consumption ?
Isuzu reliability for me if you want a bit more grunt get it tuned.
That’s how you test a tow car towing not just talking about towing numbers .🤙
Its the same car
cameronevo different motor
Need to do a new tow test, MUX, Pajero sport, Fortuner please
review 2nd hand buys guide of 2015/16 everest fortuner etc. now novated leases are being traded in.
In asia isuzu is the most heavy duty engine its expertise
explains exactly why there is twice as many muxs out there towing than trailblazers. MUX is an old truck that will give no frills but be dependable for years.
FATBOY AUS not the fact the MUX is cheaper
@@markmcdonnell9208 if that was the case everyone would be towing with there great walls, LVDs and ssangyongs. If there was an ability to breakdown the sales data there would still be way more 4x4 muxs than trailblazers and like for like the mux is dearer as Holden are more willing to discount.
True but a percentage of them are the 2wd version which some grey nomads use (cheaper to buy, as they don't intend to go off road ) i.e. Holden don't make a 2wd version. Not saying which one is better but just trying to add some facts to this debate.
I go for trailblazer. It has more horsepower and torque. It is fuel efficient with a combined 12 kms/liter. It is also better on off-roading compared to the other suvs.
The MUX works a lot better because of the gearbix, the trailblazer is good off road but the Isuzu is a lot better
I agree the Isuzu should always be the preferred tow vehicle, it is what Isuzu build for. I am a little surprised by your assessment on fuel economy. Comparing D-Max vs Colorado the D-Max consistently comes out ahead. I drive a manual D-Max, full of tools no trailer always get between 7.2 to 7.5 L per 100 Km, when towing work trailer get 10 -13 L per 100 km. Mates Colorado get 9.5L per 100 Km at best unladen. Yes Holdens quicker of the mark but that is not what these vehicles should be judged on. Isuzu better warranty, servicing etc. As for noise I always here reviewers comment on this, usually not what I experience. Isuzu is called loud but better than most out there, to me Holden, Mitsubishi, Ford all sound more agricultural.
Maybe you are just a more reserved driver than your mate
@@t-bone9239 i 2 have a 2018 D Max i think it gets pretty good fuel milage comparing it to my 4 cylinder 2.0 petrol vehicle. holden must have better noise absorbtion then the D Max on the inside of the cabin because that trailblazer engine is 3 times more noiser then the D Max engine on the outside
We were surprised by the fuel consumption, too - but that's what happened on the test.
Cheers
Matt
Yes MUX has 65 liters of fuel tank but mind this even a 3.0 liter mux will go 7.9liters per 100Ks
And also its young twin the 1.9 liter how about that?
jeferson Kiay we don’t get the 1.9 in Australia. Only the 3.0L
Im thinking of getting either a 2016 Mu-X or 2017 Pajero Sport. Any idea about fuel mileage for the PS??
Here in the philippines montero sport or (Pajero sport) was Filed cade fue to a fuel efficient scam to the clients they claim that they have the best fuel efficiency yet it didn't prove thats it saves allot of fuel so better grab ISUZU
Smarter to just buy a Pajero Sport for similar money. Much nicer for the money and far better transmission and drivetrain.
This is one man's opinion
Trailblazer is the best mid size SUV. Great off road capability and comfortable urban driving. Truly the best with macho looking body.
For me I'll go Chevrolet any problem.....
We have a Chevy TB LT model 4x2, best SUV we had so far. No other SUV can catch it on traffic breakaway. Pull and acceleration rate is always a beast mode, and it will literally push you back in your seat. Tow something heavy and the suspension can assure you the weight will not throw your passengers up when you drive thru bumps and pot holes. it is just hard enough to control the downward weight of the load on bumps. too soft suspensions will make the MuX with Towed load turn into a jumping jack on long uneven terrain. we had montero, fortuner, everest, MuX and this TB is the latest. With Chevy TB, we rarely go over 2000 rpm to maintain a speed of 120-140kph even with a towed load.
Good review, however towing at the limit and then going offroad seems like a bad idea.
It was hardly 'off-road' - it was a low-speed gravel track, which you can't help but encounter if you plan to head anywhere in Australia that isn't the eastern seaboard.
Thanks
Matt
Where is the Everest in this comparison?
Mojo I don’t see many Rangers broken down. Same motor.
As soon as I heard the commentary on the Isuzu I knew which was going to get the best wrap.
What muppet would spend that much on an Isuzu that is a previous generation RG Colorado. Just buy the Colorado 7 and spend the extra on mods
Hahaha clearly have no idea what's under the hood one has a truck motor good for 500,000km the other a old jeep vm diesel.
Clearly there must be a limitation in the Isuzu driveline if the torque of 430Nm is from the factory. What parts are they trying to protect? Increase the output and let us know how great that Isuzu reliability is OK
@Mojo same underpinnings as the Colorado. It has been well documented, just research the 2012 Isuzu Dmax. It shares the Colorado platform. That is why there is an all new Dmax coming next year as the right hand drive Colorado is discontinued.
Who's the Holden Trailblazer built by? Holden would stick a badge on any random vehicle. For $52000 you would be a complete fool buying any Holden. Booo Holden , Boooo
Isn't it a fiat or some Italian engine in the trail blazer ?
@@cyneater6300 2.8 VM motori engine. Joint venture by FIAT and GM. Fiat perfected that 2.8 diesel engine mass produced in thailand.
Buy cheap buy twice go for a Landcruiser.
you can affor 2 of those for the price of a landcruiser
If you don't mind Land cruisers being fuel-thirsty, then.. sure.
Wrong do more research, the Isuzu has a top reliability record, so what your saying is a BMW X5 would be better quality than your landcruiser because it’s dearer again
Any seasoned mechanic will tell you: "DON'T BUY AMERICAN CARS." Go for the Mux.
vudufly neither of these cars are American!?!? Both made in the same Thailand factory
Loibz they’re actually made in different factories, but they’re the same platform which was developed by GM Brazil. So, not really American at all lol
You are probably referring to old and not updated mechanic: www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-06-20/porsche-takes-a-back-seat-as-korean-cars-grab-top-quality-honors
Update your perception, we are now in the 21st century: www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-02-13/toyotas-and-chevys-are-holding-up-better-than-most-luxury-brands
In India ford Endeavour (Everest) and Toyota Fortuner best selling SUVs in market
These are fundamentally the same car
If you don't count the engine and gearbox
If you don't count the engine and transmission
Except for the most important part.
The powertrain.
@@aussiefabricator3381 yep, that's true
the GM version has awful electric steering which as Matt explained has a centre dead spot as its not switch on while off centre it's eve worse as it's switched on and over geared, the Isuzu version has speed speed sensitive hydraulic power steering so as slower parking speeds it's heavier but once moving does lighten up and provide excellent road feel however it will load up more around bends (making it heavy) but the feedback you get allows the driver more confidence to push on, the other key difference is suspension tuning, GM have gone for a stiffer set up as a compromise for on-road use whereas Isuzu have gone softer for off-road and towing which explains why the M-UX feel like a boat on-road in terms of suspension tune. The GM version has better engine and transmission and better interior presentation, as for fuel economy it really comes down to how hard the driver presses on and with that the Isuzu will use more as it has to work harder to get the same levels from it as the GM version, which one is better? look at the compromise and work it out from that and as such the Trailblazer is the better of the two as its less compromised for overall use.
Isuzu wins.
Expensive to service and maintain Holdens.
Should of used a Fortuner with a spring upgrade and airbags
Pfft. If you have to spend money after purchase, take the Isuzu to your friendly tuner and then you can tow with 600+Nm. You wouldn't have to worry about ToyBota's warranty denials either.
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I prefer toyotas service and looks.
The mux would be my 2nd choice if there wasn't the Fortuner.
I have sway control, does the mux have that?
@@aussieadventurestimetoplay Does that matter? the huge van didn't trouble the standard MUX, did it?
@@einfelder8262 looks light in the front end.
Too much steering
I like it smooth and level
@@aussieadventurestimetoplay The test driver did not report that. Looks must be deceiving?
Just remember, the Holden is just a rebadged Isuzu
You need to do some research
They use to be parted ways.
Not sure when. I think around 2016?
The trail blazer engine is some Italian thing ... but made in Thailand like almost everything else
I think Isuzu MuX came out like that in the Philippines on 2014 while the Trailblazer already have that appearance since 2011. so i think it is proper to state that Isuzu MuX is just a re-badged Trailblazer. Isuzu MuX was first launched in Thailand on late 2013, launched by Isuzu and General Motors, who markets Chevrolet and Holden.
Jei Cee Tee wrong,mux was designed 1st but trailblazer was released 1st in the market,does not matter because this 2 are twin,they have one designer and under general motors,today Isuzu is not part of General motors,Trailblazer and isuzu alterra but alterra is not popular to philippines compare to montero and fortuner,the mu-x is also alterra but isuzu change its name.
Think I'll choose a Touareg V6 with Air Suspension. Buy a used one with
At least Holden and Isuzu have full size spare which makes them more desirable in my opinion. You can't put full size spare in tourag.
@@geoffprothero9408 You can put a Touareg spare on the van. Easy.
Yes I know that but that just adds weight to the van which a lot of vans can't afford besides which spacesavers should be banned.
@@geoffprothero9408 GCM is the all important weight. Means you can put he spare in the car or on the van, no disadvantage either way.
I disagree, your van can easily be overweight but you could have spare payload in your car.
I think I’ll choose the Everest
Can recommend!
Cheers
Matt
Lemon
@@carsguide however that is now an issue as to which engine is better, the old trusty 3.2L or the new 2.0L? having driven both Matt doing extensive towing the 3.2L 5cyl turbo diesel /6-speed is still the go to choice for me over the 2.0L sequential turbo diesel / 10-speed.