Question 1

How much does a 2021 Isuzu MU-X cost in NZ?

Accepted Answer

Typical asking prices for a 2021 Isuzu MU-X in New Zealand range from about $45,000 to $70,000. This is a price guide, not a live stock listing.

Question 2

What are common problems with a 2021 Isuzu MU-X in NZ?

Accepted Answer

DPF regen frequency; Steering-shaft bolt recall (2020–22); Air-conditioning faults; Oil use reports. Check the year guide for detail and inspect these on any car you are considering.

Question 3

What should I check when buying a used 2021 Isuzu MU-X in NZ?

Accepted Answer

Confirm 4JJ3 140kW, 4x4, rear locker and 3500kg plate — this is the NZ RJ spec. Close the steering-bolt recall on 2021–22 VINs. Scan for DPF, AEB and airbag faults; test locker, cameras and climate on all rows. Inspect touring extras, underbody and spring/damper condition. Check oil level. Request as much service history as possible — regular servicing matters more than promises from the seller. Run a PPSR check and review WOF history before buying. Confirm RUC is current on every diesel. Compare condition and service records across listings — the best-value example is often the best-kept one, not the cheapest.

Question 4

Is the 2021 Isuzu MU-X a good used buy in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

The 2021 Isuzu MU-X is the second-generation RJ, launched in New Zealand in October 2021 and based on the RG D-Max. NZ sold it as a 3.0 4JJ3-TCX 140kW/450Nm six-speed auto with 4x4, 3500kg braked towing, an 80-litre tank and a factory rear locker. Coil-spring rear suspension replaced the old leaf pack, which is why this wagon rides more like a family SUV than the UC.