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Isuzu Benelux unveils brand-new Isuzu D-Max 2.2 Diesel at Brussels Motor Show 2026
At the Brussels Motor Show 2026, Isuzu Benelux makes its European debut with the all-new Isuzu D-Max, powered by a completely new 2.2-litre turbo-diesel engine. And that is no small detail: this update reaffirms Isuzu's reputation as the specialist in rugged, reliable pick-ups for professionals and adventurers alike.
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New 2.2 MaxForce diesel: more power where it counts
The trusted 1.9-diesel makes way for the new 2.2L MaxForce (RZ4F), developed with one goal: maximum usability under demanding conditions.
163 hp (120 kW) and 400 Nm of torque
+10% more torque than the previous generation
255 Nm from just 1,000 rpm (+60%) for effortless pull-away with a load
The engine is paired with a new 8-speed automatic for smoother shifts and lower consumption, or a 6-speed manual for those who prefer to keep things purely functional.
Towing and payload at the top of the class
The D-Max stays true to its ladder-frame chassis (truck-based, not a passenger-car platform), and you feel that immediately in the figures:
3,500 kg braked towing capacity, standard across all 2.2 versions
Up to 1,200 kg payload, depending on configuration
Choice of Single Cab, Extended Cab or Double Cab
This is not a lifestyle pick-up with tough looks, but a genuine workhorse that also holds its own at the weekend.
Reliability first, safety included
Isuzu's DNA comes straight from the world of heavy trucks, and you can tell. The new 2.2 engine is deliberately designed to run low-stress for a long service life and is backed by a 5-year warranty.
Safety is well covered too:
5-star Euro NCAP
IDAS (Intelligent Driver Assistance System) including
Autonomous Emergency Braking with Turn Assist
Trailer Sway Control
Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go
360° camera
Remarkably comprehensive for a pick-up with such a pronounced work character.
Built for real professionals
With a wading depth of 800 mm, 235 mm of ground clearance and combined consumption from 8.5 l/100 km, the D-Max is ready for building sites, agriculture, off-road work and long motorway stints alike. No frills, plenty of confidence.
AutoNext Conclusion
The Isuzu D-Max 2.2 is no revolution on paper, but it is a rock-solid evolution in practice. More torque where you need it, a 3.5-tonne towing capacity as standard, and a drivetrain built to keep performing for years. In a market where many pick-ups are becoming ever more luxurious (and fragile), Isuzu stays true to its core: durability, simplicity and pure functionality.
For those who genuinely depend on their vehicle, this is one of the most convincing pick-ups of 2026.
