The new Isuzu Mu-x

History tells us its between 6 and 12 months for aftermarket accessory makers to finally have products available. Even then it's first generation stuff so may require some fine tuning.

I guess you shouldn't hold yr breath...

I'd have thought the bullbar and snorkel would be straight from the dmax? Are there front end panel changes at all?
In any event, all Thai built 4wds have a strong aftermarket industry over there. If you are feeling adventurous with the keyboard you could check a few companies out.
If there is a dmax/mu x specific forum I would be looking on that. The members on the ford ranger forums are always importing gadgets (a lot of which are genuine parts which oz simply doesn't see such as stereos, grab handles, reverse cameras, auto folding rear view mirrors etc).

Mux about,

The Mux is essentially a a station wagon version of the Dmax, so surely the snorkel and bullbars that are available for the Dmax will suit the Mux.

Another possibility is the Colorado 7 which is also designed by Izuzu and is essentially an Mux with some aesthetic changes (actually its the other way around as the Colorado 7 was released first) and they share the same chassis etc, and I know there are bullbars and snorkels available for them.

Cheers,

Cruiser

Well done on the purchase of the MU-X. It's a great looking rig and I'm sure you'll love it. I got the current model Dmax when it came out in 2012.
It took several months for the canopy and roofrack to come out with ARB. It took about 7 or 8 months for TJM to bring out their Airtech snorkel, and about 9 months for ARB to release the bullbar. Don't quote me exactly on these times, but it is a ball park recollection.
As the others stated, the bullbar and snorkel should be more or less ready to go pretty shortly as the front end of the MU-X looks identical to the Dmax from what I can see. Roof racks should be more straight forward so I wouldn't expect too long on those.
I hope you can get this stuff done before your Kimberley trip. You'll have a great time up there.

I've been very interested in the MU-X but have been hesitant with the 65 ltr fuel tank for towing. I've been phoning around trying to find information on weather a long range fuel tank will be available but to date no company has indicated that they are possibly making one. Fingers crossed they do. Just wish they made a 6 seater d-max.

I was told recently by ARB that the D-max bullbar will not fit on the new MU-X as it is a slightly different shape. I would say the snorkel should fit though looking at the panelling of both.

Just test drove one today..basic LSM. I drive Lux's, Cruisers, triton's, navara's and Prado's for work every day and well, i absolutely loved the handling of the MU-X as an SUV. Reminded me somewhat of a triton/hilux ride on road. Guessing for the average SUV driver it would be a bit to come to but from a 4x4 perspective was spot on. Did a few short hill climbs out of town, wet ground. Good fun no complaints. I think i want one! Only one question for the experienced owner - a minor one at that - but i found the hard plastic interoir a bit 'inferior'. Picturing it cracking in the sun after a few years actually. A beaten up old Mazda 121 i drove had tougher plastic. Your thoughts?

I have recently picked up a new MU-X (LS-M Auto 4x4) and I'm loving it so far. As others have mentioned it is a bit boat like when driving around town with lots of roll in the corners. The engine is unstressed and does everything in a lazy but smooth way. That said, when you plant the foot it does build speed fairly quickly, it just does it subtly because of the low revs. I have been getting about 9.0L/100 around town and down to about 7.5 on highway. I have had only minor luck with accessory enquiries. Some of the better 4x4 suspension shops in town will do a basic (approx 30mm) but custom lift kit (using my Mu-X as a guinea pig). TJM have a snorkel for it but I'm inclined to get the factory standard one. I spoke with ARB and they have said they are working on a front bar for it but don't have a time frame for when it will be available. I contacted Longranger about a larger fuel tank but they don't have one yet. The D-Max long range tank doesn't seem to cross over to the MUX. I believe there is a 250mm difference in wheelbase which stuffs it up. Same story with the DMAX front bar, ARB said they tried it but it doesn't fit. I guess I just have to be patient. All of that aside, It's still great to drive and has handled any rough stuff I've thrown at it so far. I even pointed it up a 50 degree quarry bank in the rain to see how far it would get before slipping. The only problem was that it didn't slip and I ended up at the top of a quarry where I didn't really want to be.

Just a thought are they the same as the Colorado 7 maybe worth a look.

Look Here

Looks like TJM have just released a winch compatible steel Bullbar and an Alloy bar. They also mentioned that there is now a 90L Aux petrol tank but it needs the spare wheel moved. I haven't found a swing away tire carrier yet so not sure where the spare will go. The tank should take the fuel range to over 1800km (155L combined) and sort out all the problems the van haulers have. I went into their store today and they said they can also do roof racks (from Rhino). Just remember the roof weight limit is only 60kg.

Cheers,

Pete

We are in Perth and have just bought a brand new MU-X LS-T, awaiting delivery !!!! Bullbars are available from the dealer $2500 , TJM for $2800 and ORE for $1280 !!! Long range tanks are available in Perth without removing the spare wheel :)

Can you give us a web link to that LRT mutchie? Sounds interesting.

mux about, good to hear she went well in the rough. Might need to put a mesh panel on the dash ;-)