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One thing , though : the car beeps a lot . As a result of the Traffic Sign Recognition , if you accidentally go 2km / h above the speed limit , which we all do despite our best efforts , the car will beep . It gets a little annoying but , having said that , I ’ d much prefer to be slightly annoyed than to cop a speeding ticket , or worse .
Apparently , Isuzu received a lot of customer feedback concerning the Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Traffic functions when a trailer was hitched up – they would give off false alerts . However , Isuzu has simplified things for the 2023 MU-X : when a trailer is detected via a genuine Isuzu trailer plug , these functions will switch off automatically . Drivers of pre-2023 models can update their system to include this function – they just need to see their dealer .
The second-row seats can even recline !
Naturally , it ’ s available with a 4x2 or 4x4 drivetrain that includes 2- High , 4-High and 4-Low . As with earlier MU-Xs , you can switch to 4H on the fly and I have done so many times when towing on loose surfaces . Keen 4WDers will appreciate that 4x4 models get a rear diff lock and Rough Terrain Mode as standard , too .
The LS-T also comes standard with attractive leather accents throughout and numerous small styling touches such as ambient lights on each door trim . They ’ re small details but they add to the vehicle ’ s premium feel and aesthetic .
Any negatives to the interior ? Not so far . At first , I struggled with the driver ’ s sun visor disturbing the position of the rear-view mirror when lowering it ; however , I soon learned that the mirror has two pivot points , which gets around this issue ( although , in my driving position , when I lower the visor it still rubs slightly against the mirror ’ s edge ). Nonetheless , the interior feels worthy of the top-end model in the MU-X line-up . The steering is light and responsive , and the suspension is reasonably plush for around-town driving .
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