Expert Review
3.84/5
The Isuzu V-Cross is the lifestyle pick-up for the adventure junkie who needs the practicality of a truck bed but wants to look cool doing it. It is a rugged, go-anywhere machine that doubles as a weekend overlander and a weekday workhorse. It appeals to the outdoorsy buyer who values utility over plushness.
The 1.9-litre diesel is refined and punchy, offering enough grunt for highway cruising and light towing, with significantly better NVH levels than the older 2.5-litre. The high seating position offers excellent visibility, and the long-travel suspension absorbs rough terrain with ease. The cabin is surprisingly comfortable for a pick-up, with decent space for four, and the automatic gearbox makes city driving manageable.
Who should buy it? Adventure enthusiasts, farmers, small business owners who need a truck bed, and buyers who want a unique, rugged lifestyle vehicle that turns heads.
What will bug you? The ride is bouncy when unladen, especially over undulating roads. The rear seat is cramped for adults on long journeys, and parking this long vehicle in tight city spots is a daily chore. The interiors, while improved, still feel utilitarian compared to SUVs in the same price bracket.
