Isuzu KB

Isuzu has extended its KB range, which now comprises 14 diesel powered models and 10 petrol units. There are three new engines in the KB range, and most models in the range come with a choice of 4x2 and 4x4 drivetrains, as well as automatic derivatives foThe new diesel engines line up consists of the 2,5-litre D-TEQ 250 engine and a 3,0-litre D-TEQ unit. Outputs for these models stand at 85 kW and 120 kW respectively, while torque stands at 280 N.m in the 2,5-litre. Torque for the 3,0-litre is 360 N.m, occurring between 1 600 to 2 800 r/min in the manual transmission, while the automatic version offers 333 N.m from 1 600- to 3 200 r/min. The new 3,6-litre V6 petrol produces 157 kW at 5 300 r/min and has torque of 313 N.m at 2 800 r/min.

The base 4x2 models in the range starts with the KB 200 for the petrol derivative and the KB 250 for the diesel model. The entry-level petrol models are powered by Isuzu’s 2,0-litre engine, which has an output of 88 kW at 5 400 r/min and has 174 N.m of torque at 3 200 r/min. The new 2,5-litre direct injection engine is the heart of the KB 250 diesel models. For this model, drive is sent to the wheels via a five-speed manual transmission. An electro-pneumatic differential lock is available as a factory option.

Standard features in these models include load-sensing brake proportioning valve, transponder key immobiliser system, spare wheel lock that is matched to vehicle ignition key, anti-theft door bracket, vinyl seat covering with cloth available as an option, power steering, illuminated and lockable glove box, auxiliary power point in dash, remote fuel flap release, and a cab protector.

The Isuzu KB specification is available with the 2,5-litre compensated diesel engine as a 4x2 model with high ride chassis, torsion bar front suspension and wide track. The is available as a 4x4 with Isuzu’s new 250 D-TEQ common rail technology engine. The specification is also available with the 2,0-litre engine as the Isuzu KB 200 Fleetside and with Isuzu’s proven 94 kW 2,4-litre petrol unit as the KB 240 Fleetside 4x4. Torque for this model stands at 207 N.m at 3 200 r/min. At this specification level, the vehicle is fitted with 7JX15 steel wheels and 215R15 tyres, and there is an option of 15-inch alloys.

Moving up a level to the specification, there is an option of three models - an Extended Cab 4x2, a Double Cab 4x2, and a Double Cab 4x4. The new 85 kW 250 D-TEQ engine also provides the power for these models. Petrol variants with the specification includes the Isuzu KB 240 LE 4x2 that plays host to a 94 kW 2,4-litre powerplant and develops 207 N.m torque at 3 200 r/min.

The Isuzu KB LE Single Cab is powered by the 3,0-litre common rail injection turbo-charged D-TEQ engine. This model shares the 250 D-TEQ LE Extended Cab specification without the rear storage bins. These models feature extra standard features such as SRS airbags for driver and passenger, ABS with EBD, bucket front seats with recline, tilt and slide, height adjustment for driver, front power windows with auto-down for driver, power side mirrors, air conditioner with pollen filter, tinted side glass, sliding rear window, front fog lamps, radio/CD combination with MP3 compatibility, push button select for all 4X4 models and rear storage bins in Extended cab only.

The range-topping KB models carry the classification and all models are powered by Isuzu’s 300 D-TEQ diesel engine or the new Isuzu 3,6-litre V6 petrol engine. Six diesel derivatives are available, two of which are Extended Cab models that come with a choice of 4x2 or 4x4 transmission. Completing the six diesel derivative line-up are four Double Cab LX models that come with a choice of 4x2 with manual or automatic transmission, and 4x4 with an automatic transmission.

The Isuzu KB 360 V6 petrol engine is offered in a 4x2 LX Extended Cab, a 4x2 LX Double Cab with manual transmission, a 4x4 LX Double Cab with manual transmission, and a 4x4 LX Double Cab with automatic transmission. These models share the same LX specs as the diesel powered models. These specs include cruise control, bucket front seats with recline, tilt and slide, height adjustment for driver, chrome power side mirrors with built-in indicators, door trim panels with armrest, side pocket and cup holder, combination of leather and cloth seat covering, leather covered steering wheel, map reading lights, and front fog lights.

Prices for the petrol range:

KB 200i LWB R 130 695
KB 200i LWB Fleetside R 136 901
KB 240i 4x4 Fleetside R 204 798
KB 240i LWB LE A/C R 170 268
KB 360iV6 Extended Cab LX R 228 363
KB 240i Double Cab LE R 226 711
KB 240i Double Cab 4x4 LE R 273 701
KB 360iV6 Double Cab LX R 267 355
KB 360iV6 Double Cab 4x4 LX R 308 655
KB 360iV6 Double Cab 4x4 LX auto R 316 812

Prices for the diesel range:

KB 250c LWB R 150 635
KB 250c LWB Fleetside R 157 094
KB 250c LWB Fleetside A/C R 163 820
KB 250 SO 4x4 Fleetside R 210 311
KB 300TDI LWB LE R 220 100
KB 250 SO Extended Cab LE R 203 909
KB 300TDi Extended Cab LX R 236 005
KB 300TDi Extended Cab 4x4 LX R 275 747
KB 250 SO Double Cab LE R 241 976
KB 250 SO Double Cab 4x4 LE R 278 333
KB 300TDi Double Cab LX R 277 953
KB 300TDi Double Cab LX auto R 284 725
KB 300TDi Double Cab 4x4 LX R 313 910
KB 300TDi Double Cab 4x4 LX auto R 320 613

All petrol and diesel derivatives of the new Isuzu KB have a 12-month/ 15 000-kilometre service and oil change interval. All are covered by a 3-year/ 10 0000 kilometre warranty and a 3 year anti-corrosion warranty. A 5 year/90 000 kilometre Service Plan is included in the purchase price.